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2014 Becas Ball was THE Social Event of the Season!
 Polly G. Vicars
Glamorous ball goers agreed that the 2014 Becas Ball more than lived up to it billing as the 'social event of the season.' Mil Gracias to those who supported the Ball & for helping Becas Vallarta continue to fund the educations of the almost 400 students we're supporting this year.
Puerto Vallarta Jewish Community Passover Seder
 Donna Feldman
The Puerto Vallarta Jewish Community is having a Passover Seder Dinner at The River Cafe on April 14, 2014 at 6 pm - and you and your family and friends are invited. A family-style full course dinner of typical Seder food and wine will be served for $400 pesos per person.
Juana Cortez and Oscar Solis Open at Galleria Dante
 Claire Guarniere
On Friday, March 21st from 6-10 pm, during this week's South Side Shuffle, a cocktail reception will open two special art exhibits by Juana Cortez and Oscar Solis at the largest and most eclectic art gallery in Puerto Vallarta, Galleria Dante, located at Basilio Badillo #269.
PuRR Project BINGO with Patsy Cline, March 19
 Marilyn Khan
Join us at Margarita Grill on Wednesday, March 19 at 4:30 pm, for another great evening of Purr Project BINGO with Patsy Cline, channeled through local chanteuse Mikki Prost. You'll have a purr-fectly primo time while supporting PuRR Project, Puerto Vallarta's no-kill feline shelter.
Puerto Vallarta Tourism Board Elects New Director
 Puerto Vallarta Tourism Board
Puerto Vallarta's Tourism Board welcomes Rolando Miravete as its new Tourism Director on March 17, 2014. Miravete will be charged with continuing the city's arrival and occupation rates, while increasing visitors from emerging markets such as South America and Europe.
Mexico Remembers Los San Patricios on St. Patrick's Day
 proudtoliveinamerica.com
It is often said that everyone is Irish on St. Patrick's Day, but to Mexicans this celebration has special meaning of historical importance. The St. Patrick's Brigade, known as 'Los San Patricios,' were Irishmen who fought and gave their lives for Mexico in the Mexican American War.
Afro-Mestizo Artist Edgar Cano at Galería Contempo
 Heather Wilson
Mexican Artist Edgar Cano has held more than a dozen solo exhibits and 40-plus group shows in Mexico, the US, Canada and Serbia, and now you can meet him right here in Puerto Vallarta at Galeria Contempo, during his Opening Reception on Friday the 21st of March from 6-10 pm.
Puerto Vallarta Garden Club Meets at PCC on March 20
 Suzanne Kirkpatrick
The Vallarta Garden Club is pleased to have Bruce Beckler, an experienced 'Ornamental Horticulturist' from Vancouver, B.C., as a presenter at our general meeting on Thursday, March 20 at 11:00 am at the Paradise Community Center on the South side of Puerto Vallarta. Join us!
Puerto Vallarta Continues Award Winning Streak
 Puerto Vallarta Tourism Board
Like some of the celebrities whom have visited Puerto Vallarta, most recently Modern Family's Sofia Vergara, True Blood's Joe Manganiello, and Hello Ross's Ross Mathews, PV has been awarded with accolades from the public, media and trade magazines in the U.S. and Canada.
March 17 a Mexican Holiday Celebrating Benito Juarez
 Banderas News Team
March 17th is a National Holiday, memorializing one of Mexico's most renowned presidents, Benito Juarez. Though he was born on March 21, 1806, to make a 3-day celebration out of it, schools and government offices are traditionally closed on the third Monday of March.
March 14 Vallarta News Brief and Weekend Events
 Banderas News Team
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 Vallarta news headlines, a few community announcements, and a couple of this weekend's events that you won't want to miss.
Democrats Abroad Tuesday Film: 'La Ley de Herodes'
 David Kamp and Judy Snow
As part of their Every Tuesday Night Film series, the Costa Banderas Chapter of Democrats Abroad presents 'La Ley de Herodes'. This film, which won the 1999 Ariel Award for Best Picture from the Mexican Academy of Films, will be shown at the PCC on March 18th, at 7 pm.
El Arrayán 'Touching Your Heart for a Noble Cause'
 Nora Ocegueda
On Saturday, March 22nd El Arrayán Restaurant will open its doors - and its heart - to support MexPup, Puerto Vallarta's non-profit dog rescue organization that oversees the health, socialization, fostering, and chaperoning of stray dogs while finding them a forever home.
Mexican Orchids Conservatory Construction Has Begun
 Bob Price
Construction is now underway at Vallarta Botanical Garden of the new Conservatory for the National Collection of Mexican Orchids. Progress so far includes leveling of the site, delivery of materials, and installation of steel and concrete for the building's columns.
House Hunters International Spotlights Vallarta Tonight
 Timothy Real Estate Group
Puerto Vallarta will once again be spotlighted in a brand new episode of House Hunters International featuring Timothy Real Estate Group. Tonight, for the third time, the HGTV hit television show will promote Mexico’s most popular resort and retirement destination.
Stock Up for St. Patty's Day at Old Town Farmers Market
 Erin Staley
With St. Patrick's Day just around the corner, Puerto Vallarta's Old Town Farmers' Market is getting into the holiday spirit by stocking up on 'must-have' farm-to-table produce and artisan foods for your 'Luck of the Irish' shindig - especially the homemade goodness of artisan cheeses.
Celebrate Spring Equinox with PEACE Punta de Mita
 Ceci Paredes
On March 21st, PEACE Punta de Mita and six Punta de Mita and Higuera Blanca schools will join together to celebrate the Spring Equinox as it is celebrated by Mexico's six surviving indigenous cultures. At 4 pm, each school will showcase the best of each culture in a lively parade.
Daiquiri Dick's & ACT II 'Dinner and a Show' Package
 Laura Gelezunas
Get ready for a wonderful night of music and great food! From March 12-15th, Daiquiri Dick's Restaurant and ACT II Entertainment are offering a 'Dinner and a Show' package featuring an unforgettable performance by Judy Garland's daughter, Lorna Luft, and a fabulous 3-course meal.
Taste Restaurant's 'Dine for a Cause' Supports SETAC
 Don Pickens
This week, Taste Restaurant at Casa Cupula is sponsoring 'Dine for a Cause' in support of Puerto Vallarta's SETAC Center and their fight against HIV/AIDS in our community. Through Monday, March 17th, 10% of all sales at the restaurant will be donated to SETAC.
PV Men's Chorus De Colores Dinner, Dance and Auction
 Harriet Murray
The marquis has been lit, the date has been set, and the show must go on - it’s the Puerto Vallarta Men's Chorus DE COLORES Dinner, Dance and Auction! Join us on March 29th at Blanca Blue Restaurant (Garza Blanca Resort) for one of our community's most unique and inspiring events.
IFC Cleft Palate Clinic and Surgeries March 11-13
 Janie Albright Blank
The International Friendship Club's next Cleft Palate Clinic and Surgeries will be held March 11-13, 2014. The Clinic will begin at 1 pm on Tuesday at the IFC Clubhouse, where 30+ families with children in the Cleft Palate program will gather to see doctors for assessments.
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