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 December Events in San Pancho, Nayarit
 Gail Mitchell
Join entreAmigos and the San Francisco, Nayarit (San Pancho) community this December for a month full of events and Christmas celebrations that will provide you with lasting holiday memories.
Sally Conley Memorial this Saturday
 Pamela Thompson
Please stop by Sally Conley's house on Saturday, December 6, 2008 between 2 pm and 5 pm to pay your respects to this wonderful lady who brought so much joy to so many boys and girls at her children's library in El Pitillal, Biblioteca de la Higuera.
Expatriate's Personal Story Gives Baby Boomers Insider Look at Life in Puerto Vallarta
 PVNN
Boomers in Paradise: Living in Puerto Vallarta by Robert Nelson describes how baby boomers now flooding to Mexico can realize rich, full and satisfying lives by moving to Puerta Vallarta.
 Fairy Tales Do Come True in Puerto Vallarta
 PVNN
After three years together, Kevin and Calea found themselves in Puerto Vallarta celebrating their first vacation. Little did Calea know, but packed securely in Kevin's carry-on was an engagement ring...
Pegaso and PVRPV Offer Weekly Gay Cruise
 PVNN
If you want to experience the best Gay Cruise that Puerto Vallarta has to offer, join Pegaso Charters and PVRPV every Friday for a full day of fun, good music and exceptional service on one of the traditional sailing vessels in Pegaso's fleet.
Len Sure Knows How to Throw a Party!
 Mike Sole
Open Bar flowing, backed up traffic, people blocking Olas Altas, a buzz in the air, chanting from the crowd... it could only be Len throwing another over-the-top street party and fashion show to celebrate the anniversary of blu THE ***** Salon and Spa.
December Book Recommendations from Mexico Book Club
 Ed Hutmacher
Covering everything from Hispanic American Christmas Stories to Mexico: A Traveler’s Literary Companion, Mexico Book Club's December picks serve up a handful of good reads that will inform, inspire or entertain you throughout the holiday season.
A Tribute to Sally Conley
 PVNN
Puerto Vallarta has lost another legend. Biblioteca de la Higuera founder Sally Conley passed away at 2:15 am on Monday, December 1st at Hospital Medasist after suffering a massive cardiac and respiratory arrest. She will be missed by all.
Vallarta Chamber Orchestra Presents Christmas Concert December 14
 Mary MacLachlan
Puerto Vallarta will be treated to an amazing evening of Christmas music, featuring the Vallarta Chamber Choir as well as the brilliant local pianist Joseph Gomez at the Colegio Americana (American School) on December 14th at 8 pm.
Wednesday, December 3rd Happenings
 Pamela Thompson
This Wednesday night is going to be full of fun on the south side of Puerto Vallarta. The evening begins at 5:30 pm at Barrio Sur with a book signing by Bob Lamb, followed by Banana Cantina Charity Night hosted by yours truly!
Que Raro Does it Again!
 Mike Sole
Sometimes you should be careful of what you ask for. I guess that is what Executive Chef Seth Cloutman, Que Raro!! Restaurant at Club Mañana, was asking himself at 10 pm on American Thanksgiving Day in Puerto Vallarta...
Yo Me Amo (I Love Me) Campaign by VES
 Ed Thomas
The Yo Me Amo campaign started by V.E.S. in collaboration with CENSIDA (Centro Nacional para La Atencion Y Prevencion del Sida) and COESIDA (Consejo Estatal del Sida en Jalisco) will be 4 months in the works on December 1st - World Aids Day.
Tracking the Heartbeat of Banderas Bay
 Banderas Beat with Laura Gelezunas
Laura shows us some hot properties in some new residential developments on the southside of Puerto Vallarta and how one store owner goes to out of the way places to find treasures to help you decorate your new home. She also takes us further south for a look at a one-of-a-kind party celebrating a villa make-over at Hacienda Palo Maria.
The Weekend Beat on BanderasNews
 Puerto Vallarta News with William Michael
Hosted by William Michael, this weekly Puerto Vallarta video news report provides a brief overview of some local news headlines, and keeps you informed about some upcoming events that you won't want to miss.
It's Party Time ... blu Style!
 len
Here we are again, the Saturday after American Thanksgiving and blu is having another one of our little soirees ... tonight, 29 November. Never, and I do mean never, have I ever run out of invitations so early.
Blood Drive at the Vallarta Yacht Club
 Pamela Thompson
On December 10th from 8:30-11:30 am, there will be a blood drive at the Vallarta Yacht Club in Nuevo Vallarta, sponsored by the Blood Bank, HealthCare Resources Puerto Vallarta, the American Consulate and the Vallarta Yacht Club.
True Dog Lovers in Vallarta
 Jean Caha
On Thursday, November 20th, Daisy and I spent a wonderful day at the beach. She performed tricks for people and showed off just how smart she was. We arrived back to our rental unit at approximately 8 pm. Within fifteen minutes she was gone.
HO! HO! HO! Here Come the Holidays!
 PVNN
Get ready for an outrageously fun PV Wise Wo-Men meeting on Wednesday, December 3rd, as the Creative Director and founder of Blu THE ***** Salon, Len presents his own brand of humor and Christmas cheer at the IFC Clubhouse from 10 am to 12 noon.
Los Bambinos' Smash Opening Night
 Polly G. Vicars
On November 24th, Los Bambinos took the stage for their premiere show of the season at the Santa Barbara Theater to an ovation of clapping hands, loud cheers and intense whistles from a greatly animated audience.
La Hacienda - A Puerto Vallarta Tradition
 Gary R. Beck
Since its founding in 1978, La Hacienda has been an old style oasis of fine dining in a family hacienda on the southside of Puerto Vallarta. Today, La Hacienda continues to captivate diners with traditional down home Mexican comfort food.
Tales of Retirement - Revisited
 PVNN
If you've ever wondered what it'd be like to live or retire in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, be sure to visit BanderasNews each week for a new chapter of the serialized and updated version of Polly G. Vicars' 1995 sell-out book, Tales of Retirement in Paradise.
An Open Invitation from V.E.S. on World AIDS Day
 Ed Thomas
Puerto Vallarta will commemorate World AIDS Day on December 1 with a march along the Malecón beginning at 8:30 am at Parque Hidalgo, followed by speeches by state and local dignitaries at Los Arcos and free rapid and confidential HIV testing in 3 locations.
Family Feuds & Other Tales of Domesticity
 Ed Hutmacher
One generally doesn't read a book by Carlos Fuentes to be entertained. His stream-of-consciousness style of writing, irregular punctuation and regular doses of emotional and philosophical prose is more dizzying than dazzling.
Upcoming Toys For Tots Vallarta Events
 Sue Fornoff
The Tom Weiskopf Course at Vista Vallarta Golf Club will play host to the 10th annual Toys for Tots Golf Tournament on December 13th, followed by the annual T4T Gala Dinner Dance at the Puerto Vallarta CasaMgna Marriott on December 14, 2008.
Silver Stars at Sun Silver
 Laura Gelezunas
On December 5, Sun Silver in Old Town is making it easy to shop for the perfect Christmas gift at a special event that spotlights top jewelry designers and the ladies of Manos Unidas por la Mujer, part of the PEACE non-profit association.
Latcho and Andrea at Ritmos Beach Cafe
 PVNN
This winter, Puerto Vallarta's favorite 'Blonde Gypsies' Latcho and Andrea, European recording artists who entertain audiences with Gipsy Rumba and Flamenco Guitar music, will be performing five free concerts on Sunday nights at Ritmos Beach Café.
Cielito Lindo Wins Bed & Breakfast Award
 PVNN
Casa Cielito Lindo Bed and Breakfast in Bucerias, Nayarit, was recently selected as one of the Best B&B's in Mexico, in the 2008-2009 Best of BedandBreakfast.com Awards, based upon the nearly 50,000 independent reviews submitted to the website.
Bruno Rodríguez Wins Copa Pacifico Vallarta In Thriller at Canto Del Sol
 Bob Cohen
Bruno Rodriguez, seeded 2nd out of Queretaro, Mexico, defeated unseeded Cuban born Lazaro Navarro in a battle of big hitters Saturday afternoon and three hours after the start, the two were blasting shots in the three set final.
It's Turkey Time in Puerto Vallarta!
 PVNN
Just because you're spending your Thanksgiving holidays in Mexico doesn't mean you have to give up your traditional turkey dinner. There are a variety of ways you can celebrate Thanksgiving Day in Puerto Vallarta and around Banderas Bay.
2008 Vallarta Adventures Clothing Drive
 PVNN
As part of their community service program, from November 17th until December 20th Vallarta Adventures is collecting used clothing from around the Banderas Bay area to donate to local orphanages and needy families in outlying villages.
Faith in Hard Times Seminar, November 25
 PVNN
On Tuesday, November 25, 2008 Dr. Linda Abbott Trapp will present a seminar, "Faith in Hard Times," from 10 am to 12 pm at the Christian Community Church next to Parque Hidalgo in downtown Puerto Vallarta.
Puerto Vallarta Loves a Parade
 Mike Sole
Vallarta loves a parade! While Monday the 17th was the "official" holiday, on Thursday the 20th of November Puerto Vallarta celebrated the Mexican Revolution with the traditional Revolution Day Parade on downtown streets and along the Malecón.
No Hassle Thanksgiving from The Deli
 PVNN
This Thanksgiving, you can spend your holiday enjoying good company and great food without spending a lot of time in the kitchen. The Deli will prepare a traditional feast for you, so all you have to do is pick it up, heat it up, and enjoy!
len's life: Red = Beauty a la mode, But blu = Fun Begins Now
 Len
What's the point of throwing a party if you're not going to give everyone something to talk about for a long, long time? When blu throws a party, we tend to go over the top, so don't miss our Phase 4 Begins Now party on Saturday, November 29th at 8 pm.
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