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PV Medical Expo Key Speaker Schedule
 Pamela Thompson
During the upcoming Medical Expo on November 22 from 9 am to 7 pm at the Marriott Marina Vallarta, you can attend free and informative speakers programs covering a range of today's relative health topics such as arthritis, sexual health, cardiac care, cancer treatment and health care reform.
Fundraising Matinee Concert for La Biblioteca Los Mangos
 Cecile Scriban
To raise much needed funds for the Puerto Vallarta Public Library, Biblioteca Los Mangos, a fundraising matinee concert devoted entirely to the known and lesser known works of Mexican composer José Pablo Moncayo will be performed at Teatro Vallarta on Sunday, November 21st at 12:00 noon.
Puerto Vallarta Remembers Janice Beck
 PVNN
PV resident Janice Beck passed away on Friday, November 5, 2010. Janice and her husband Dick, who passed away in January 2009, lived in Puerto Vallarta for almost 20 years. Janice, we miss you.
Mi Amigo Sin Pelo (My Friend With No Hair)
 William Michael
I want fewer children dying from cancer, so I am donating toward CANICA Campus, which is the first comprehensive care center for children with cancer in our country.
New State-Of-The-Art Men’s Clinic Opens in Puerto Vallarta
 Patrick Harrison
Just because we live in a tropical paradise does not mean that we need to compromise our healthcare services and that our clinics cannot be on the same level as clinics in the US and Canada. With the opening of Anku, the men of Banderas Bay now have another option for state-of-the art healthcare.
 The Chef's Table with Nicole Pederson at Kaiser Maximilian
 Laura Gelezunas
The guest chef is slicing into fresh ingredients for the 16th Annual Festival Gourmet at restaurant Kaiser Maximilian in Puerto Vallarta. Nicole Pederson is the executive chef at C-House restaurant in Chicago.
Los Mangos Night of the Iguana Fundraiser
 María José Zorrilla Alcalá
Don't miss the Party of the Year on Friday, November 19th from 6 pm to 2 am at the Puerto Vallarta Public Library. The party's theme will be 'The Night of the Iguana,' featuring the Glamorous Vallarta of the 60´s and 70´s, along with live music food and fun to benefit Biblioteca Los Mangos.
Rivera Cuale Newsletter - November 2010
 The Rivera Cuale Team
November is an exciting month! Puerto Vallarta is abuzz with tourists and high season residents. Days are warm and sunny, with blue skies and cool breezes, and there are lots of great things to see and do. Don't you wish you could be here? We wish you could be too!
Puerto Vallarta Garden Club Bingo
 Gary R. Beck
The Puerto Vallarta Garden Club held its first Bingo for Bougainvilias at the lovely Coco's Kitchen, on November 10th. Between 45 and 50 players attended and, with donations, we collected a substantial amount to help us fund planting in public areas and other city beautification projects.
 Learn Vallarta Announces New Economical Tour Package!
 Sandra Cesca
With Learn Vallarta's new tour package, you can experience an 'off the beaten path' three-hour guided walking excursion that will introduce you to the people, specialty shops, products, and personalized services that make Vallarta a delightful place to visit or live.
The Season's First BECAS Breakfast at Coco’s Kitchen
 Polly G. Vicars
Preceding our first Becas Breakfast of this season were the successful and fun events at the Culinary Jam Session and the Outback 10th Anniversary Celebration which brought many pesos to the Becas Vallarta coffers to help pay for the 376 scholarships we are funding this school year.
Find Jalapeño on BanderasNews and You Could Win Dinner For 2 at No Way José!
 Patrick Harrison
Enter Tropicasa Realty's 'Find Jalapeño' contest for your chance to win dinner for 2 at 'Vallarta's Best New Restaurant,' No Way José! Just find Tropicasa's mascot Jalapeño, dressed up for the holidays, within the pages of BanderasNews.com and fill out the online form for your chance to win.
Alaska Air Adds San Diego-Puerto Vallarta Route
 Ben Mutzabaugh
The carrier added seasonal service between San Diego and the Mexican resort city of Puerto Vallarta. Alaska will fly one daily round-trip flight through April 11. The airline also flies to Puerto Vallarta from Los Angeles, San Francisco and Seattle.
Stuck Between a Mariachi and a Hard Place
 Gil Gevins
Whenever a North American moves to Mexico one of the first hurdles to overcome is dealing with tanks - those tiresome containers which play such crucial roles in our day-to-day existence. Though they come in a variety of shapes and sizes, these rascally receptacles can be trying - to say the least.
Simply Puerto Vallarta - Crossing The Border
 Laura Gelezunas
The words, 'Crossing the Mexican border,' spark apprehension, especially if driving is involved. However, many Puerto Vallarta locals make the journey several times per year. In this edition of Simply Puerto Vallarta, Robina Oliver and Carlos Vasquez talk about their driving experiences.
New Life Mexico Christmas Program
 Pamela Thompson
New Life Mexico provides a safe haven for boys living on the streets of Vallarta. Each boy has a sad and very special story. They so deserve a Christmas with gifts, no matter the size. We ask that you reach in to your hearts and help to make this Christmas a little bit brighter for these boys.
PEACE Non-Profit Launches Second Season of Home Tour
 Becci Burchett
Step out of your comfort zone and interact with locals on the PEACE Real World Home Tour! Visit four exclusive homes, from spectacular luxury estates to modest pueblos, and experience both the differences and similarities of the locals and the expats who make up Banderas Bay's rich community.
The Sarcastic Gourmet: Esquina de Los Caprichos
 PVNN
Esquina de los Caprichos, a little Tapas Bar/Restaurant situated on one of the most charming cobblestone streets in downtown Puerto Vallarta, has been an old family favorite for years. Though the restaurant is rather small, the menu is extensive, and the food is excellent.
Puerto Vallarta Ready for the High Season
 Shannon Beston
November means the beginning of a new Winter Tourist Season here in Puerto Vallarta, and everywhere you look there are signs of preparation. There are plenty of things to do and the city recently received $76 million pesos for the ongoing campaign to make El Centro more attractive to tourists.
Puerto Vallarta Real Estate Market Forecast
 Michael Green
Here in the Banderas Bay area, we have seen a significant increase in real estate buyer interest and sales activity this year. I see Canadian and Mexican buyers staying quite active and American buyers returning after a two year absence due to economic turmoil and over hyped media reports.
Lido Beach Club Grand Opening on Playa Los Muertos
 Edgar Joya & Cristhian Rios
Michel Pascal Ferrari, of the namesake trattoria on Olas Altas, announces the Grand Opening Event of his newest venture: Lido Beach Club on Los Muertos Beach. Join us in celebrating the newest stylish beach spot in Puerto Vallarta on November 15th from 5 to 8 pm.
Puerto Vallarta Annual Half Marathon and 5K
 Laura Gelezunas
The 8th Annual Half Marathon and 5K, held in Puerto Vallarta, attracted over 720 runners from Mexico, the United States and Canada. It was perfect weather for a run.
Biblioteca Los Mangos 14th Anniversary Youth Classical Concert
 Cecile Scriban
The Youth Classical Concert, featuring aspiring local musicians - pianists, guitarists, mandolin players and singers, will be kicking off the Biblioteca Los Mangos 14th Anniversary celebrations on Thursday, November 18 at 6:00 pm.
Festival del Concierge Event Raises $58,000 MXN for Local Charities
 Roberta Rand
The First Annual Festival del Concierge, hosted by Thierry's Prime Steak House in Plaza Peninsula, was a resounding success with over $58,000 pesos raised for three Puerto Vallarta charities: Project Pitillal, Vida Animal Bahia de Banderas and the Foundation of the Americas.
November US Consulate Community Network Breakfast
 Kelly Trainor de O.
The U.S. Consular Agency Vallarta, in conjunction with Community Service projects in Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco and Riviera Nayarit, sponsors a monthly Network Breakfast. The November Network Breakfast will be held at the El Tigre Golf Club in Nuevo Vallarta on Friday the 19th at 9 am.
Fifth Annual Pet Picnic at Daiquiri Dick's
 Laura Gelezunas
The dogs get the best seat in the house at the fifth annual pet picnic. Don't miss your chance to share a great afternoon of food and fun at Daiquiri Dick's restaurant starting at 11AM on December 4th.
Vallarta Old Town Farmer's Market Opens
 Kathleen Harris
The Old Town Farmer's Market opened for the 2010-2011 season on Saturday, November 6th, resplendent with familiar delights and new surprises. The market stalls were beautifully arranged, and the crowd of over 950 shoppers were enthusiastic as they reconnected with friends - and the community.
Opening Night for New Boutique Theatre
 Bill Deavenport
On November 19th at 8 pm, The Boutique Theatre will present 'Moments to Remember,' a fun filled evening of songs featuring most of the talented artists who have graced the Vallarta stage over the years. Come and help us celebrate the opening of Vallarta's new community theatre!
Vallarta Realtor Attends NARdiGras 2010
 Nicole Martin
Prudential California Realty-Vallarta Division consultant Marilyn Newman recently traveled to New Orleans for the Realtors’ Conference & Expo NARdiGras 2010, where she networked with US and international realtors from across the nation and around the globe.
Transportation to the PV Medical Expo
Pamela Thompson
The US Consular Agent, the Hotel Marriott and HealthCare Resources Puerto Vallarta would like to remind everyone of the upcoming Medical Expo on November 22 at the Hotel Marriott Marina Vallarta. We are pleased to offer round trip transportation for our friends in the northern part of the bay!
A Hole in One at the Club Corp Becas Golf Classic
 Polly G. Vicars
November 5th was a beautiful fall day with the grounds of the Marina Vallarta Golf Course impeccably groomed for the first ever Becas Vallarta Golf Tournament. I think I can safely say it was a rousing success without even mentioning the money raised for Becas and Club Corp’s charities.
Lucy's Cucu Cabaña 17th Anniversary Party
 PVNN
Get prepared to have some fun and rock your socks off at Lucy and Gil's seventeenth anniversary bash at Lucy's Cucu Cabaña in Old Town Vallarta on Thursday, November 18, from 6:30 to 9:00 pm.
The South Side Shuffle Starts This Friday
 Joe and Claire Guarniere
Starting on November 12th, and continuing every other Friday from 6-10 pm through April 8, 2011, twelve shops and galleries on the south side of Puerto Vallarta will participate in 'The South Side Shuffle,' offering the public free cocktails, culture, conversation and strolling mariachis.
Work-for-Food Program Creates Powerful Circle of Service
 Becci Burchett
All communities have needs. Unique communities have the ability to unite and perform multi-beneficial programs to overcome those needs. The towns of Emiliano Zapata, Corral del Risco, and Higuera Blanca are doing just that, in the PEACE initiated 'Work for Food' program.
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