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Former President Felipe Calderón Heads to Harvard
 Daniel Hernandez
Now that his term is over, Felipe Calderon will head to Harvard University to lecture, teach, and conduct research in 2013. Calderon's pro-business economic policies and reforms in areas such as climate change and healthcare were emphasized in his invitation to the school.
This Month's Horoscope from Ron Morgan Properties
 RonMorgan.net
The holiday season is upon us and many are looking to the stars for guidance during this time of year. The Ron Morgan Properties Monthly Horoscope gives you a guide to making the best of December 2012 - and the end of another year in beautiful Puerto Vallarta, Mexico.
Puerto Vallarta Garden Club Meeting Dec. 20th
 Steve Clay
The next general meeting of the Puerto Vallarta Garden Club will be held on Thursday, December 20th at the lovely Paradise Community Center. The public is always welcome to join us in our endeavor to beautify and protect the environment through civic planting projects.
 December's Hot Property at Tropicasa Realty
 Suites Claudia 402
Here is a rare opportunity to purchase a 2 bedroom, 1 bath Mexican style condominium in one of the most sought after addresses in Puerto Vallarta. Just one block from Los Muertos Beach, Suites Claudia 402 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bath Mexican style condo with great ocean views.
Vallarta's Boutique Theatre Presents 'Oleanna'
 Daniel Grippo
When the lights came up and the applause died down on the opening night performance of 'Oleanna,' the intense 2 person drama by Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright David Mamet, the opinions voiced by those in attendance gave evidence to the quality of this superb production.
Mexico: Biggest Exporter of Flat-Screen TVs
 David Kestenbaum
Most of the news we hear about Mexico these days is about immigration or drug-related violence. But it turns out there's another, brighter story there: The country's economy has been growing at a solid pace for the past couple years, driven in large part by solid exports.
Christmas Golf Tournament December 15th
 Riviera Nayarit CVB
Nothing says luxury like the astonishing sea-side landscapes surrounding the Litibu Golf Course in Riviera Nayarit, and they have prepared a special farewell to 2012 with a Christmas Golf Tournament that will be held on December 15th.
Enrique Peña Nieto Now the President of Mexico
 Allan Wall
After winning the 2012 election in July, Enrique Peña Nieto became the president of Mexico on Saturday, replacing Felipe Calderón, who had been president since 2006. Therefore, after twelve years, the PRI returned to the presidency on December 1, 2012.
Becas Breakfast at Vitea, December 5th
 Polly G. Vicars
There are a limited number of tickets available for the December 5, 2012 Becas Breakfast at the beautiful bistro Vitea on the Malecón. At 9:30 am, a fabulous breakfast prepared by Ulf and Bernardo will be served to raise funds for Becas Vallarta's 421 scholarship students.
ExPats In Vallarta December Event Schedule
 Sara Wise
A great way to meet friends, the Expats In Vallarta's monthly happy hour gatherings are open to all expat residents and visitors. The purpose of the group is to provide resources and fun social events for expats already living here and those considering moving to the area.
Mayans Kept From Rituals at Sacred Sites
 Fox News
With dancing, incense, and rituals designed to thank the gods, the Mayans performed the "New Fire" ceremony Thursday at a park in Mexico City, but complained they have been barred by authorities from performing rituals at their ancestral temples in the Maya region.
Tropicasa Realty's Find Jalapeño Contest
 Patrick Harrison
Enter Tropicasa Realty's Find Jalapeño Contest and you could win dinner for 2 at 'Vallarta's Best Moderate Restaurant,' No Way José! Just find Jalapeño dressed up as Santa Claus within the pages of BanderasNews.com and fill out the online form for your chance to win.
John Lennon Commemorative Concert at PCC
 Banderas News Team
December 8th marks the 32nd anniversary of John Lennon's death, and Vallarta's Paradise Community Center is proud to announce that Bob Tansen, Oscar Terrazas, and Enriqué Jimenez will be joining together to perform a commerorative concert on Friday, December 7, 2012.
Peña Nieto Assumes Presidency Saturday
 Tim Johnson
Five months after a narrower than expected triumph, Enrique Peña Nieto takes office this Saturday. When the former state governor assumes Mexico’s presidency, he’ll return the once-entrenched Institutional Revolutionary Party to power with a strong breeze at its back.
Provecho Vallarta's Deck of a Deal!
 Michelle Mayer Salas
Provecho Vallarta has a creative way to support the ingenuity of the local entrepreneur. They are offering a 'deck of a deal' for those in search of the area’s best businesses. Each card contains a description of a local business and doubles as a $100 peso gift certificate.
DA Presents 'The Koch Brothers Exposed'
 David Kamp and Judy Snow
This Tuesday, Dec. 4th, Democrats Abroad launches its 3rd Annual 'Every Tuesday Films' series at Paradise Community Center. Twenty films are scheduled through April and there will be a special week of Academy-Award-nominated films. This week: 'The Koch Brothers Exposed.'
US Warnings Exempt Mexico Tourist Spots
 Kitty Yancey
Updated US State Department Travel warnings exempt most Mexico tourist spots. The new reports make few essential changes but give an extremely detailed, state-by-state rundown, getting even more specific about what to worry about where.
Colors on Canvas PV Expo for Los Mangos Library
 Mary Ellis
Colors on Canvas PV art workshop is proud to announce our group’s first collective exhibition on Saturday, December 8th from 2–7 pm at Biblioteca Los Mangos. Don’t miss this opportunity to purchase original pieces of art, while supporting Puerto Vallarta's Public Library.
New Zealand Sees Opportunity in Mexico
 Ben Chapman-Smith
Kiwi exporters looking to diversify their markets should not overlook opportunities arising in Mexico from a booming middle-class, says New Zealand's trade commissioner. 'Pumpkin Patch' officially launched in Mexico recently and he'd like to see other NZ companies follow suit.
Bringing Your Money into Puerto Vallarta
 Sandra Cesca
When moving to a new location, how to do your banking is of top priority. Moving overseas adds a few more considerations, such as the language of the country you are moving to and different banking regulations than you are used to. So, how do you bring your money into Vallarta?
Wahine Project Returns to Banderas Bay!
 Nicole Majewski
Wahine Project founder and director Dionne Ybarra and her team have been working hard to get together everything they need for the Dec 15-16th girls' surf clinic in Punta de Mita, and Festival Anonymous is doing everything we can to support them and their wonderful work!
Vallarta's IFC Offers Medical Evacuation Insurance
 Janie Albright Blank
Vallarta's International Friendship Club offers many advantages to its members; from social activities, to great classes, to restaurant discounts. Another important offering is the Travel Assist Network Air Rescue insurance for medical evacuation from anywhere in the world.
Help Quinta Vista Win the 'Ultimate Kitchen' Contest
 Banderas News Team
Unique Homes Magazine has received hundreds of entries from around the world for the honor of being named the 'Ultimate Kitchen,' and Puerto Vallarta's own Quinta Vista was chosen as a top-12 finalist. Cast your vote today for a chance to win a Kindle Fire.
Will the United States Pivot Towards Mexico?
 Christian Science Monitor
The date remains uncertain, but at some point Mexico’s reputation in the eyes of Americans will start to shift from being a burden, to becoming a partner as close as Canada, Japan, or Britain. Perhaps that date is December 1st - when new president Enrique Peña Nieto takes office.
Rocky Horror BINGO for PuRR Project at Nacho Daddy
 Marilyn Khan
On Wednesday, December 5th, the cast of Rocky Horror will be on hand to kick off 'Kitty BINGO' for PuRR Project at Nacho Daddy. You'll be playing for fabulous prizes while helping to provide food, shelter, and veterinary care for the 200 plus cats at this Puerto Vallarta 'no kill' shelter.
Las Adelitas: Fusing American BBQ with Mexican Cuisine
 Laura Gelezunas
Located just five minutes from the tourist areas of Puerto Vallarta in the residential neighborhood of Fluvial, Las Adelitas Restaurant fuses American BBQ and Mexican cuisine with attentive service and the relaxed atmosphere of a classic Mexican open air restaurant.
Immigration Chief Clarifies New Rules
 Dale Hoyt Palfrey
The full implementation of Mexico’s new immigration laws have caused quite a stir among many of the foreign nationals to whom it pertains. While some are downright furious about modified requirements, the majority seem to be quite befuddled over the personal implications.
VYC Toy Drive for 'Families at the Dump'
 Richard Williams
With the holidays coming, there will be many ways to reflect the spirit of the season by helping those less fortunate. Starting Dec. 1st, the VYC will be collecting toys for the 400 kids of Families at the Dump. The simple gift of a toy can give a kid a smile this Christmas!
Saving Mexico’s Vanishing Folk Art
 Antonio Ramblés
Mexico’s folk art is at risk of becoming an endangered species! Industrialization and urbanization – not to mention cheap Chinese knock-offs – are driving local artists to leave their villages and forsake their craft for work in the cities
Alternative Christmas Trees in Vallarta
 Paco Ojeda
The Oyamel Fir is the species of choice when it comes to Christmas trees in Mexico. Regretfully, the forest where the evergreen originates is Mexico’s most endangered eco-system and only 2% of the original forest remains, resulting in dwindling distribution of the trees.
'Food for Families' Program Gaining Speed
 Eric La Gasca
PEACE Protectores Action for Food program has provided over 2500 meals for needy families in our area. The high demand, food for families program grew out of flood relief efforts in September 2010 and has continued to expand due to the consistent increase in job loss and need.
World's Second Largest Book Fair Opens
 Allison Jackson
Hundreds of authors from all over the world will be attending the 26th Guadalajara International Book Fair this week. The event is the largest in the Spanish speaking world and the second largest in the entire world with authors from over 40 countries being represented.
SETAC Organizes 'Walk for Life!' Saturday
 Paco Arjona
SETAC is organizing the 'Walk for Life' to commemorate World AIDS Day on December 1st. This is the first organized walk to raise awareness about HIV and AIDS ever held in PV and is intended to bring people together to demonstrate solidarity and raise awareness about the pandemic.
Los Bambinos Now at the Roxy Rock House
 Polly G. Vicars
This season Los Bambinos' fans can expect a special treat, as the brothers return inspired from their tour of the US West Coast. Their opening show in Vallarta will be held on November 27 from 8-10:00 pm at the Roxy Rock House, Ignacio L. Vallarta #217.
New Mayan Museum Opens in Cancun, Mexico
 Banderas News Team
Cancun's new state-of-the-art Mayan Museum will act as the crown jewel of Cancun’s tourist attractions. Located in the resort’s hotel zone, this cultural hotspot will hope to lure tourists away from the sands and bars, and into its five buildings full of exhibits.
Mikki Prost's Shades of The Blues at PCC
 Todd Ringness
Do you love the Blues? If you're in Puerto Vallarta on any Wednesday night through December 12th, stop by the Paradise Community Center and check out Mikki Prost's newest musical production, 'Shades of The Blues' - a beautiful homage to a very influential genre of music.
Nupcias Photo Shoot in Banderas Bay Area
 Riviera Nayarit CVB
Riviera Nayarit and the Banderas Bay area was the setting for a photo-shoot for 'Nupcias,' a national magazine focused on the wedding and honeymoon market, which will be published in three articles during January and February, 2013.
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