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SETAC Community Center Has a New Board of Directors
 Paco Ojeda
SETAC, Puerto Vallarta's LGBTQ Community Center, recently announced changes on its board of directors that will allow the organization continuity of its mission: to reduce HIV and other sexually transmitted infections through education, detection and prevention.
 Francine Peters Art Show & Charity Auction at Act II
 BanderasNews.com
On April 24, Act II Entertainment will host a one-night-only art show featuring local artist Francine Peters. Throughout the evening, Franny will be painting an original piece, which will be auctioned off at the end of the night. 50% of the proceeds will be donated to a Vallarta charity.
Riviera Nayarit to Host 2018 World Meetings Forum
 Norma Hernández
More than 500 attendees, among them the top representatives of the meetings, incentives, conventions, and events sector, are expected to attend the 6th World Meetings Forum to be held from July 17-19, 2108 at the Vidanta Nuevo Vallarta Convention Center in the Riviera Nayarit.
12th Annual Puerto Vallarta Folkloric Dance Festival
 Boardwalk Realty
Springtime, when everyone is in tune with feelings of renewal, Folkloric Dance Festivals take place all over Latin America, including Puerto Vallarta. This year our festival, the Festival Vallarta Azteca del Folclor Internacional, is set to take place May 10 through 20, 2018.
Vallarta Restaurant Week Extended to 25 Days in 2018
 Puerto Vallarta Tourism Board
Home to over 300 restaurants, from Mexican cafes to fine-dining establishments offering international cuisine, Puerto Vallarta is one of Mexico's top culinary destinations. Foodies will find a bargain at 59 Banderas Bay eateries during Restaurant Week 2018, which will last 25 days.
Advantages of Switching to Inverter Air Conditioning
 Tropicasa Realty
With summer approaching, now is a good time to think about checking the air-conditioning in your Puerto Vallarta home or condo. If it is time to replace or upgrade your AC units, you might want to think about making the change to an inverter system. The experts at Tropicasa explain.
La Cruz to Host 3-5K Open Water Swimming Competition
 Lorena Sonrisas
On April 21, 2018, the beach adjacent to the Marina Riviera Nayarit in La Cruz will host the 8th Riviera Nayarit Nado Seguro 3-5K Open Water Tournament. Swimmers ages 7 to 70 will compete in categories that range from professional and masters to recreational and disabled swimmers.
Woodstock '69 Playing Every Monday in April at Act II
 Debbie White
The uber-talented musical duo of Rhonda Padmos and Don Pope have created a brand-new show this season that's sure to bring back lots of memories! It's called Woodstock '69, a festival of live music & peace, and it's playing on The Main Stage at Act II every Monday in April at 7 pm.
Vallarta Pride 2018 Celebrates PV's 100th Anniversary
 eturbonews.com
From May 20 to 27, 2018, Puerto Vallarta's annual LGBTQ cultural celebration, Vallarta Pride, will bring a new level of camp to the city's celebration of the 100th anniversary of its founding with a '100 Reasons to Celebrate' theme featuring go-go boys and drag queens galore.
VBG Nominated for USA Today's '10 Best Gardens' List
 Lorena Sonrisas
Since its opening in 2005, Vallarta Botanical Garden has won numerous international awards, and now they have been nominated by a panel of experts to compete against 20 of the best gardens and arboretums in North America for a spot on USA Today's '10 Best' list for 2018. Vote today!
 Act II Keeping Puerto Vallarta Entertained This Spring
 Danny Mininni
Act II is celebrating its best season of entertainment yet, and there's still a whole lot more in store for Puerto Vallarta audiences! Spring is Swinging at Stages, with an incredible line up of internationally-known cabaret acts, world-class musicians and hilarious drag performances.
Velas Vallarta Chef Shares Mexican Cantina Recipes
 PRWEB
Velas Vallarta the recipe for its Cucumber & Habanero Chili Margarita. To complement the drink, Executive Chef Guillermo Carmona offers some recipes from the resort's Foodies Cantina, a restaurant inspired by a typical Mexican cantina's food and drinks.
Mexico's Lower Property Taxes Stretch Retirement Budgets
 InternationalLiving.com
It's possible for retirees to slash property-tax rates by as much as 99% by moving overseas, according to a new report from International Living. The report points to destinations like Ecuador, Mexico and Portugal, where expats say they have seen significant savings in their tax bills.
Yelapa is 'Mexico's Last Authentic Beach Town'
 Timothy Real Estate Group
Just a short boat ride from Puerto Vallarta, Yelapa is, according to Smarter Travel, 'Mexico's last authentic beach town.' Though that may be a slight exaggeration, it certainly holds an amount of truth, enough to make it worth at least a day trip to form your own opinion.
Popular Educational Series Continues at The Boutique
 Catherine Caldera
By popular demand, TED Talk Tuesdays will continue to bring people who love learning together every other Tuesday from 10 am to 12 noon at The Boutique Dinner Theatre. Next up are motivational speaker Roger Sweaney on April 17th, and orchid expert T.J. Hartung on May 1st.
Help ANA Finish Vallarta's New Highway 200 Sidewalk
 Amapas Neighborhood Association
The 2018 edition of Mariachis, Margaritas & More celebrated the sights, sounds & tastes of Mexico, while raising $118,500 pesos for the new Highway 200 sidewalk on Puerto Vallarta's south side. ANA hopes to raise another $135,000 pesos before construction resumes in the fall.
Foto Tour Perruno to Benefit Vallarta's Animal Shelter
 Banderas News Team
Grab your furry friend and head out to the Malecón on April 21 to be a part of the 'Foto Tour Perruno.' A non-profit initiative created as a means of raising funds for Vallarta's Animal Shelter, the event offers animal lovers the opportunity to have professional photos taken with their pets.
Private Schools One Reason Why Families Choose Vallarta
 Warren Brander
There are numerous reasons why raising children in Puerto Vallarta is appealing. The ability for children to learn an new language and culture is one but, for many parents, a major reason is the high quality of private school education available here in the Banderas Bay area.
USS San Diego Visiting Puerto Vallarta This Week
 Chris Jennewein
The amphibious transport dock ship USS San Diego arrived in Puerto Vallarta last weekend for a regularly scheduled port visit. While in port this week, the crew will work with the Mexican Navy and participate in a community relations project, helping to re-paint a local library.
A Festival of Comedy, Circus & Street Arts, with a Cause
 Yuliana García López
Vida Fest, a Festival of International Comedy, Circus and Street Arts, is set to take place April 13-15 at Los Arcos de Malecon in downtown Puerto Vallarta. The festival is a non-profit event which seeks to generate social awareness about the problem of suicide through cultural activities.
The 'Queen of Green,' Hedda Lettuce, in The Red Room
 Debbie White
Back for a third season in Puerto Vallarta, Hedda Lettuce has a reputation of being outrageously funny, and last Friday night's show was a rollercoaster ride of laughs and crazy surprises! Don't miss the 'Queen of Green' on Thursdays & Fridays at 9:30 pm in The Red Room at Act II Stages.
Guayafest Brings Volkswagen Lovers to Riviera Nayarit
 Banderas News Team
On April 21 & 22, 2018, the Main Plaza in Rincón de Guayabitos, Nayarit will be transformed into a playground for hundreds of Volkswagen vehicles from all over Mexico, as the TPC Bugs Club hosts the 19th edition of Guayafest, a family-friendly expo for lovers of these classic cars.
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