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Vallarta Orchid Society Lecture Series
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This month's Vallarta Orchid Society discussion, scheduled to take place at 1 pm on Saturday, March 29th at the Vallarta Botanical Gardens, will focus on watering and fertilizing your orchids (and other plants) to keep them healthy this spring.

An Insight to the Indigenous Peoples of Mexico
Rebecca Morgan

From the 1st to the 15th of March, Plaza Caracol in Puerto Vallarta hosted the "Festival Indigena" where the indigenous people "Wixaritari of Tatei Kie" came down from the mountains to share their culture with the people of Puerto Vallarta.

A Dog Gone Good Night at Banana Cantina
Debbi Egan

Last Wednesday's Charity Night at Banana Cantina went to the dogs (and cats) with hosts Cathy Gordon and Heather Wilson raising money for the SPCA of Puerto Vallarta. Be sure to stop by tonight at 7 pm to help us raise funds for AUTISM02.

Bridal Boot Camp at Grand Velas
Lovetripper

We might be seeing a trend here... after a few years of bridal boot camp packages, for the second time this week we've seen a property that's offering a boot camp where all the sweating you'll do is in the steam room!

Bomberos Complete Emergency English Course
Harold Sokolove

Sixteen emergency service personnel from the Bahía de Banderas Proteccion Civil y Bomberos recently completed a 10-week English class Drs. Richard and Karilee Shames created specifically for fire fighters, paramedics and emergency radio dispatchers.

After the Ball is Over
Polly G. Vicars

Becas Vallarta members are still glowing from the complimentary feedback from those who attended the 2008 Becas Ball on March 6th. But there's no time to bask in past successes - raising money to support Vallarta students is a year-round effort!

Vallarta Verde Fiesta Ecologico
Barbara Sands

Stop by Cuiza on Isla Rio Cuale, on Sunday, April 6th between 11 am and 8 pm for a Fiesta Ecologico to be held by Vallarta Verde, a group of ecology-minded activists who have launched a new initiative to foster "green" thinking among Vallartenses.

This Month's Hot Property at Tropicasa Realty
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Casa Yelapa is a very unique 2 bedroom, 3 bath home located in the exclusive Bahía Vallarta Condominiums building. And with the price reduced to $525,000 USD and the owner paying ALL natural closing costs, this is one Hot Property!

Musings on Mortality - Leaving a Legacy
Pamela Thompson

The "D" word is not one with which most people in the Western world are comfortable. The Wise Wo-men of Vallarta are pleased to present the Amazing Norma Schuh: "Musings on Mortality - Leaving a Legacy" on March 19th at the IFC.

1st Banderas Bay Rotary Club Golf Tourney
Joe Johnston

The Bahía de Banderas Rotary Club invites you to participate in their First Annual Golf Tournament to Benefit the Children of Banderas Bay, which will be held at the Flamingos Golf course near Bucerías on Saturday, March 29th, starting at 9 am.

Pacifists, Poets and Pizza at Café Roma
Paul Crist

March 19th is an International day of commemoration of the 5th anniversary of the invasion of Iraq. At 7 pm in Cafe Roma, a one-hour film will be presented about the American poet and pacifist William Stafford. This free event is open to the public.

Puerto Vallarta Welcomes the FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup 2008 Qualifier CONCACAF
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The FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup 2008 Qualifier CONCACAF is coming to Mexico. At a recent press conference, Puerto Vallarta was named as a host city for this major International Beach Soccer event - for the first time in history. April 16-20th

Ex-Yahoo CEO Presents El Banco Concept at AMPI Riviera - Nayarita Meeting
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Tim Koogle, former Yahoo CEO, and now the developer of El Banco Estates, presented his vision for the development of El Banco project in Punta Mita at the AMPI Riviera-Nayarita monthly breakfast meeting on March 6th.

Putting a Price on YOUR Slice of Paradise
Patrick Harrison

Since Puerto Vallarta and Banderas Bay area property values have seen a steady increase over the past few years, you may be wondering what your real estate is worth. Now you can discover the value of your Puerto Vallarta property - for free!

1st Anniversary Tribute to Patrick Denoun
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Last year on April 8th, Puerto Vallarta lost one of its' brightest artists, Patrick Denoun, in a tragic accident. In honor of this talented artist, an exclusive evening will be held in the gardens of Café des Artistes on March 13th at 8 pm.

Give Your Loved Ones "Besos" This Easter
Patrick Harrison

If you are looking to fill your Easter baskets with some lovin' from the oven this year, stop by Banderas Bay's favorite bakery, Pie in the Sky, for yummy cakes, pies, cupcakes and triple-chocolate "Besos," with their molten-fudge centers.

Nayarit Breakfast Network - March 21st
Kelly Trainor de O.

The second meeting of the Nayarit Breakfast Network will be held on March 21st at the Hotel Villa del Palmar Flamingos in Nuevo Vallarta. Come on out and make some new friends, while learning about the various projects in our communities.

XV Annual Sidral Aga International Sports Classic In Puerto Vallarta May 16-18, 2008
Bob Cohen

What Howard Kelsey began 15 years ago with a $300 budget has become an International sporting event for Puerto Vallarta. The 15th annual International Sports Classic will be held at the beautiful Sheraton Buganvillas Resort from May 16th-18th.

Huichol Festival Continues Through March 15
JOY!

In the middle of a mall in modern day Puerto Vallarta, an ancient tribe believed to be direct descendants of the Aztecs, the Huicholes, are allowing everyone to witness their ancient traditions, to interact with them and buy their sacred art.

Riviera Nayarit Highway System Underway
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According to Nayarit Governor Ney Manuel González Sánchez, travel time between Puerto Vallarta and Tepic will soon be reduced by one hour, thanks to a new highway system that will stretch from Tepic to Bucerías, which will be completed by 2010.

Lucille Shipley Art Workshop Exhibition
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Proceeds from the 2008 Lucille Shipley Art Workshop Exhibition, taking place from 2-6 pm on March 29-30th, will benefit the Becas Vallarta, A.C. scholarship program to help bright, economically challenged students continue their education.

Hunting for Chocolate This Easter?
Patrick Harrison

What is Easter without a chocolate bunny? For a truly gourmet Easter basket, stop by Puerto Vallarta's favorite chocolate shop, Xocodiva, for delicious Easter eggs, chocolate-covered marshmallows, and dark, milk and white chocolate bunnies.

Update: March 14 Cuates y Cuetes Latin Jazz Festival
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Special guest Tom Coster has just been added to the line-up of musicians from across the Americas who'll be playing on March 14th at the Latin Jazz Festival at Cuates y Cuetes on Los Muertos Beach in Puerto Vallarta. Admission is Free.

Public Invited to Attend Second Puerto Vallarta Kiwanis Club Meeting
Gary Green

The public is invited to attend the second meeting of the Kiwanis Club of Puerto Vallarta on March 18th. Join us and become part of the global organization of volunteers dedicated to changing the world one child and one community at a time.

Philippo Lo Grande & José Alvarez at IGGI
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International Gallery - Galeria International is pleased to announce that an art exhibition by celebrated local artist Philippo Lo Grande and Mexico City painter / sculptor José Alvarez C. will be on display from Mar 27th to April 23rd, 2008.

Becas Proves Do-Gooders DO Have More Fun
Polly G. Vicars

Having fun while doing good, a fantastic combination that was afforded to the three hundred glamorous and generous Vallartenses who attended the 2008 Becas Ball at the fabulous Hotel Westin Resort and Spa in Puerto Vallarta on March 6th.

The Film Festival is Coming to Town!
Rebecca Morgan

If the sun, sea and sand are not enough for you, another reason to be in Puerto Vallarta this month is the return of the Vallarta International Film Festival. Scheduled to run from March 10-13th, this year marks the festival's 12th anniversary.

Puerto Vallarta's Two Faces
Laurence Iliff

Two states of mind coexist in this resort area on Mexico's warm Pacific Coast. And they couldn't be more different, as my sister and I discovered.

Whale Spotting in Puerto Vallarta
Laura Gelezunas

Each year from mid-December through the end of March, the waters off the coast of Puerto Vallarta offer some of the most spectacular whale watching in the world - and right now we are at the height of whale watching season in the Bay of Banderas.

Dana and Mark Zeller are Stunning in From Broadway To Vallarta
Twila Crawford

New York City musical performers Dana and Mark Zeller delighted the audience at the Cathy Von Rohr Galeria-Studio earlier this week with a stunning evening of songs From Broadway to Vallarta to raise funds for Clinica de Rehabilitation.

One Big Wave of Yoga and Surfing!
Sandy Stahl

Ramp up your surfing skills from April 18-24th with Via Yoga's highly trained surf instructors in Sayulita, Mexico. You’ll surf the waves of Sayulita and also enjoy unbeatable surf on two day trips where you’ll explore the hidden gems of the area.

Have You Seen Puerto Vallarta's Green Flashes?
Jim Scherrer

Perhaps you're among those fortunate enough to have witnessed a green flash at the instant the sun sets; however for most, they've only heard of the phenomenon. One such area for viewing the green flashes is Puerto Vallarta.

America's Cup Racing at Festival Náutico
Joe Lacey

One of many events scheduled during Vallarta Race Week, which continues through March 8th at Paradise Village Marina, is a Match Race with Mexican and USA racing elite challenging each other on Vallarta Adventure's America's Cup Race Boats.

A Shining Moment at the Botanical Gardens
JOY!

The second annual "Noche de las Luminarias," held last month at the Puerto Vallarta Botanical Gardens, was everything you could want from a Gala Night - and more! Everything about the event perfectly reflected the essence of the Gardens.

Big Rewards from a Big Ship
Peter Gray

The U.S.S. Peleliu arrived in Puerto Vallarta on February 26th with a big agenda to fulfill, all of which kept our local Navy League members deeply engaged in ensuring the Peleliu's visit would be productive and memorable - and it was!

2008 Huichol Festival at Plaza Caracol
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Don't miss your opportunity to get a glimpse into the rich ancesteral customs and cultures of Mexico at the Festival Indigena Wixaritari 2008, which is now taking place at Plaza Caracol and will continue through March 15th.

Fantastic! Incredible! Exceptional! Superb! Premium!
Polly G. Vicars

The fourth and latest Becas Breakfast on February 26th at Le Bistro was once again a sold-out event. when writing about each breakfast, I try to come up with a title that invokes my feelings about the event, But I am running out of superlatives!

Francisco Paco Villanueva Wins Main Event at La Iguana Boxing Card
Bob Cohen

Almost 800 fans showed up at La Iguana Restaurant Bar in Old Town last Saturday night for the "No Te Rajes" boxing event presented by Power Punch Gym, El Torito Sports Bar and Corona Extra. The main event was won by Francisco Paco Villanueva.


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