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 Could You Teach English to Vallarta Kids?
 Arthur Fumerton
The School of Champions, an after school program operated by Feed the Children Vallarta, is looking for dedicated English teachers who live in the Banderas Bay area and can commit to at least six months of teaching after-school classes in English tostudents in grades three through eight.
Velas Resorts Beckon as Ideal Family Getaway for All-Inclusive Grandparent Holidays
 EON
Mexico's Riviera Maya and Puerto Vallarta are premiere beach destinations providing family-friendly all inclusive resort options and activities for grandparents looking to spend quality time with their families, whether it be on a soft adventure vacation or a relaxing getaway.
Riviera Nayarit - Mexico's New Riviera Destination
 Annie Scott
You've doubtlessly heard of - and perhaps been to - Puerto Vallarta. Well, just north of there, along central Mexico's Pacific coast, is the state of Nayarit. This coastal region has recently been designated "Riviera Nayarit" and has all the makings of an up-and-coming luxury destination.
The Art of Dining & Living Well: Poblano Chile... Big Green Goodness
 Liana Turner
Whenever you are looking for some good chile flavor without the heat, Poblano is your chile! It still gives good chile flavor, but without the lip-burning, throat-scorching heat of many other chiles. It has a subtle flavor that can't be found in any other chile.
New Anti-Litter Team Aim to Keep PV Clean
 Gretchen DeWitt
'Mexico Limpio y Querido' (Clean and Beloved Mexico) a new Puerto Vallarta area anti-litter organization headed by Vallarta Botanical Gardens Director, Robert Price, will be holding their second meeting at Page in the Sun Coffee Shop on Thursday, September 2nd at 11 am.
Deja New Clothing Party in Marina Vallarta Aug 28
 Estelle Eisen
On Saturday, August 28th from 1-4 pm, Kathleen will be holding another Deja New Clothing Party at Wendy's place in Marina Vallarta. Come shop, and/or consign your unwanted shoes, accessories, jewelry & clothing in support of The Bucerías Children's Christmas Program.
Nacho Daddy’s Last Night of Summer Party
 Tammy Prust
Come and Celebrate Nacho Daddy’s last night of Summer on Saturday, August 21 starting at 8:30 pm. Nacho Daddy will be closed from August 22 thru September 30, so this'll be your last chance to enjoy food and drink specials and live music by the Texas Embassy Blues Band until October 1st.
Outback Giving Back to Vallarta
 Polly G. Vicars
Outback Steakhouse is celebrating ten years in Puerto Vallarta by helping three important non-profit organizations. In June and July successful dinners were held for Pasitos de Luz and Casa Hogar. Now on Thursday, September 2, 2010, the last of the three dinners will be held for Becas Vallarta.
Last Wine Tasting of the Season at No Way José
 Patrick Harrison
On Friday, August 20, from 6-8 pm, No Way José!, selected as Banderas Bay’s 'Best New Restaurant' for 2010 in the recent Virtual Vallarta’s reader poll, is partnering with Afinitron de Mexico, featuring wines of Chile & Mexico, for their last wine tasting of the season.
SETAC Fund Raiser at Paco's Ranch Aug 24
 José Manuel Amaro
Come out and support the SETAC-GLBT Community Center while enjoying a great night full of surprises and fun at Club Paco's Ranch on August 24th, starting at 11 pm. Managers and owners of some of the most important gay bars and businesses in Puerto Vallarta will be putting on lively performances.
The IV International Marlin and Tuna Tournament in Riviera Nayarit - Another Success
 RivieraNayarit.com
Riviera Nayarit reports great fishing from the IV International Marlin and Tuna Tournament and many awesome fish stories as the anglers brought their catches to the dock. Tepic's Los Tolos team won in the Marlin category and the Ocho Columnas Team reeled in the winning tuna, weighing in at 104.5 lbs.
Oscar Alberto Cabrera Wins Puerto Vallarta Photo Walk Contest
 Pamela Thompson
On July 25, 2010 local shutterbugs gathered in front of Starbucks on Vallarta's main plaza to take part in Scott Kelby's Worldwide Photo Walk. Each photographer sent their best photo to the panel for judging, and this year's winning Puerto Vallarta photo was taken by Oscar Alberto Cabrera.
Pet Heaven Adoptions at Blakes Sports Bar
 Nicole Martin
Pet Heaven invites to you to Blake’s Sports Bar to see the cats and kittens available for adoption on Saturday, August 28th from 12–3 pm. Located at Villas Vallarta in Plaza Genovesa, Blake’s has found wonderful 'forever homes' for Pet Heaven felines in the past - so come on down!
First Concert for ProMusica Vallarta a Resounding Success!
 Patrick Harrison
A capacity audience packed into the beautiful Chapel at Hacienda San Angel in Puerto Vallarta on Saturday evening, August 7, and was delighted with the resonant tenor voice of Jorge Jiménez and skilled violinist Gerardo Ponce who performed favorite classical selections for over 2.5 hours.
Riviera Nayarit Strengthens its Promotional Efforts in Canada
RivieraNayarit.com
Starting on August 16, Riviera Nayarit will take part in trade shows organized by Thomas Cook in Toronto, Montreal, Calgary and Vancouver, Canada. Riviera Nayarit's Convention and Visitors Bureau is participating in these events to attract tourists for the upcoming winter season.
Ron Morgan Properties
 For All Your Vallarta Real Estate Needs
If you're planning to vacation or move to Mexico, you should know that Puerto Vallarta is a wonderfully safe and friendly place to vacation, live, invest and/or retire. Ron Morgan Properties, along with T. Fuller Real Estate and Vallarta & Beyond are ready to assist in your every need.
Los Mangos Fall-Winter Children's Program
 Pamela Thompson
It is hard to believe, but it is time to start planning the fall-winter events and projects here in Puerto Vallarta! Plans are now in the works for weekly children’s program at Sally’s Corner of the Puerto Vallarta Public Library, Biblioteca Los Mangos, and volunteers are needed.
Mayahuel, the Goddess of Tequila, Dwells at Casa Magna Marriott, Puerto Vallarta
 Kathleen Dobek
For six years, some of the finest tequila distilled in Mexico has been bottled exclusively for the Casa Magna Marriott Resort in Puerto Vallarta. Sold only at Casa Magna, this tequila is a sublime experience for lovers of the distilled spirit of blue agave.
Building a Future for Children of the Dump
 Adriana Janovich
Steve Menard has been going to the coastal city of Puerto Vallarta twice a year for the past six years. While he's on vacation, it's not unusual for him to bring extra flip-flops, coloring books, Crayons, other toys, even "small" cash donations, to give to Mexican orphanages. But this year's gift is different. It's bigger. An investment.
Trio Celebrates 13 Years in Vallarta
 PVNN
On August 14th, 1997 Trio opened its doors in Puerto Vallarta for the first time. Blending fresh and innovative ideas with his vast experience cooking in the finest dining establishments in Europe and the USA, Chef Bernhard Guth created one of Puerto Vallarta's favorite restaurants.
 The Rivera Cuale Newsletter - August 2010
 The Rivera Cuale Team
Some of you haven't been to Puerto Vallarta for a while, so leave it to us to remind you what you are missing. This edition of the Rivera Cuale Newsletter packs a punch with lots of great news, videos, useful information, and unbeatable promotions.
Lucille Shipley Artist Workshops Start Sept. 6
 Edwige Pelletier
Artist Workshops start September 6 in the Gringo Gulch neighborhood of Puerto Vallarta. Artists are invited to participate in informal artistic discussions and receive feedback in a friendly and relaxing environment under the direction of Lucille Shipley, a celebrated local artist.
Casting for the Best Catch of the Day
 Laura Gelezunas
It is time to test your culinary prowess. Restaurant Daiquiri Dick's in Puerto Vallarta is holding a recipe battle, The Daiquiri Dick's 1st Annual Mahi Mahi Cooking Contest. Here's your chance to join the team, become a menu namesake, win a prize and share your best effort with the world.
PVRPV Summer Bowling League Celebrates Wrap Up Party
 pvrpv.com
After fifteen Wednesdays, 25,000 frames and 260,305 pins knocked down, the PVRPV Summer Bowling League at Puerto Vallarta’s Bolerama came to a successful end with fun, frivolity and friendship at the season-end recognition party at the very popular Café de Roma on August 12th.
Medical Services Expositions and Health & Wellbeing Mini Seminars
 Pamela Thompson
Are you a resident or visitor in Puerto Vallarta, Riviera Nayarit or Banderas Bay interested in your health & wellbeing? If so, make plans now to attend the Medical Services Expositions and Health & Wellbeing Mini Seminars on November 22, 2010 at the Hotel Marriott CasaMagna Marina Vallarta.
Amigos de Bucerías Food Drive August 21
 Larry Hurliman
Amigos de Bucerías will be holding a Food Drive in memory of John Ozzello at Mega Flamingos on Saturday, August 21, 2010 from 9 am to 1 pm, weather permitting. Donations of rice, beans, Maseca, fideos and dry good will go to the El Fuente non denominational church on the East side of town.
Growth Continues in Riviera Nayarit With Additional Luxury & Wellness Hotel Offerings in 2010
RivieraNayarit.com
Mexico’s newest and growing destination, Riviera Nayarit, is continuing its development with several highly anticipated hotel openings in 2010.
Krystal Hotel Hosts New Book Signing by One of Vallarta's Oldest Living Legends
 Maria Elizabeth Torres de Gonzalez
You are welcome to attend the celebration of the first printing and release of the newly completed novel by Puerto Vallarta's own living legend, Josefina Cortes Lugo de Torres, born in 1918, when Puerto Vallarta was still named Las Peñas.
How Do We Meet People in Puerto Vallarta?
 Michael Green
I have been working in the Puerto Vallarta real estate market for many years, and this is one of the questions I hear most often; 'How do we meet people in Puerto Vallarta?' This can be a challenge for many new residents as they are moving to a different country with a different culture and language.
Tostada Express - Tasty and Affordable
 Kathleen Dobek
Affordable, tasty lunches abound in Puerto Vallarta, as Cooking in Mexico continues to discover. This week we ate at Tostada Express at Plaza Peninsula. Prices range from $10 pesos for a ceviche tostada to $35 pesos for a shrimp tostada or burrito, all served with salsas that do Mexico proud.
Mary Renault's 'The Charioteer' Reviewed
 Alex Gomez
This is not only my favourite book of all time; it's also one of the best written I've ever read, to the extent that when I first read it at seventeen, I thought Renault had written it for me. Not only as an example of exceptional writing, but also as something I could believe in...
16th Annual Gourmet Festival Reaches San Blas And Tepic
 RivieraNayarit.com
International Gourmet Festival organizers and authorities from the Riviera Nayarit Convention and Visitors Bureau recently announced the 2010 edition of this festival, which will take place from November 11-21. Eleven Riviera Nayarit restaurants, extending to San Blas and Tepic, will participate.
Bienvenido to Welcoming Puerto Vallarta
 Matthew Link
Puerto Vallarta, sometimes called the 'San Francisco of Mexico' is home to some of the most gay- welcoming folks in all of Latin America. This seaside resort city may not have the sheer gay numbers of larger Mexico City or Acapulco, but the GLBT presence is overwhelmingly felt here.
AMPI Education is the Key to Success
 Nicole Martin
Real estate agents gathered at the Holiday Inn for July´s continuing education course on Contracts and Condo Regime given by attorney Manuel Martínez. Approximately 60 area realtors from the three AMPI chapters, Puerto Vallarta, Riviera-Nayarita and Compostela attended this seminar.
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