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Missouri Ambulances Bound for San Blas
 Derek Spellman
After making emergency runs in Southwest Missouri, a pair of ambulances will be making runs south of the border. Freeman Neosho Hospital donated two of its surplus ambulances on Thursday to the Neosho chapter of Rotary International, who has been gathering medical supplies to send to San Blas.
 Grand Velas Nuevo Vallarta Launches Family Reunion Getaway
 PRWeb
Families looking to get together in Mexico can save close to $9000 at Grand Velas All Suites & Spa Resort in Nuevo Vallarta, Riviera Nayarit with a room upgrade for the head of the family, the Grand Kids' club, and complimentary spa therapies and rounds of golf.
School of Champions Begins New Year 2009
 Arthur Fumerton
Winter 2009 news from the School of Champions, an after-school program operated by the Children of the Dump, a non-profit organization helping the children living around the Puerto Vallarta dump get an education so they can have a better life.
Lena Bartula's Enigmas Opens with a Bang
 Mike Sole
Puerto Vallarta art admirers get a lift with Lena Bartulas' Huipil art on center stage at Sol y Luna. Come and enjoy this moving art form during its two week exhibit at Alejandro Baez's contemporary art gallery in downtown Puerto Vallarta.
Entangled Humpback Whale Rescued in Banderas Bay
 Salvador Murguía
On January 23, 2009, a successful attempt to save a Humpback Whale from a life-threatening entanglement in Banderas Bay brought together members of the Mexican Navy, Vallarta Adventures and the Instituto Technologico del Mar.
Sayulita: Mexico’s Surf City
 Chester Allen
Sayulita, Mexico, about 40 minutes north of Puerto Vallarta, began as a fishing town, and that hasn’t changed – despite the many small hotels, restaurants and swarms of people carrying surfboards.
Puerto Vallarta to Receive 23,000 City Lights
 Vallarta Opina Milenio
As part of his "Dialogos con mi Presidente" (Dialogues with my Mayor) program in El Pitillal on January 26th, Mayor Javier Bravo Carbajal announced an extremely robust plan to implement the renewal and replacement of almost 23,000 city lights.
Queen Victoria Visits Puerto Vallarta
 Salvador Murguía
It is not every day that a Queen comes to Puerto Vallarta. This past week, one of the largest and most luxurious cruise ships in the world, Cunard Cruise Line's Queen Victoria, visited our beloved city as part of an international voyage.
PVJC Oneg Shabbat at Roberto's Restaurant
 Mel Bornstein
On Friday, February 27th at 6:30 pm, the Puerto Vallarta Jewish Community will come together for an Oneg Shabbat at Roberto's Puerto Nuevo Restaurant, where we'll shmooze with our friends, do some prayers and drink some wine.
A Fulfilling Breakfast at El Dorado
 Polly G. Vicars
Breakfast will be the most important meal of the day on Wednesday, February 11th at El Dorado Restaurant on Los Muertos Beach. At 9:30 am, Vallarta's favorite beach restaurant will be hosting the 4th Becas Breakfast of the season.
Mexico's First Bank for Foreign Residents & Visitors
 PVNN
BBVA Bancomer, through its Preferred Customers' Unit, is Mexico's first bank to cater to the special needs of foreign residents and visitors, using not only the English language, but also the financial language you are accustomed to back home.
Doing Some Good in the Neighborhood
 Debbi Egan
There will be no host tonight or the February 4th bANANAcANtiNA Charity Night - just all of us getting together to support Justo Sierra, a local kindergarten in Colonia Lomas del Pedregal that needs any and every thing from Legos to a new coat of paint.
The Gift of Laughter at PJ's Comedy Club
 PVNN
Here's your chance to laugh so hard it hurts - while helping someone truly in need. On January 31st, PJ's Comedy Club is hosting a FUNdraiser for Vallarta's own Gib Hauersperger featuring the comic talents of T.J. Miller and Nick Vatteroot.
Jerry Bianchi Steps Up to the Plate and Brings Big Baseball Donation from Colorado
 Bob Cohen
Last Saturday, more baseball equipment arrived for Puerto Vallarta's resurrection of its Little League program after a 10 year absence.
 Kinsey Sicks: Wake the F@#k Up America
 PVNN
Club Mañana, the largest and most popular gay nightclub in Puerto Vallarta, is proud to present seven performances of The Kinsey Sicks' traveling show Wake the F@#k Up America premiering on January 30th and continuing through February 11, 2009.
I, Resident, Oppose Maritime Malecon Vendors
 Michel Rubini
Despite numerous letters and petitions to city officials from area condominium owners, shop keepers and the Restaurant Association who oppose the vendors that have set up their stands along the Maritime Malecón, so far, nothing has been done.
Painting Workshop Exhibition to Benefit Becas Vallarta, A.C.
 Mary Ellis - PVNN
Director Lucille Shipley and her workshop participants are having their annual workshop exhibition on Saturday & Sunday February 14th & 15th 2-6 pm at the workshop studio on Calle Zaragoza #414 (next door to the Casa Kimberley pink bridge.)
Join the Christian Community Church Choir
 Linda Abbott Trapp
The Puerto Vallarta Christian Community Church Choir is looking for some extra talent for the wonderful Lenten and Easter music we've lined up - everything from Mozart to Motown - and a saxophonist to play a blues version of Just a Closer Walk.
RISE for Hope Fundraiser, February 7th
 Sue Fornoff
The 7th annual RISE for HOPE fundraiser benefiting the Refugio Infantil Santa Esperanza children's shelter in Puerto Vallarta will be held on the spacious grounds of the American School in Marina Vallarta on Saturday, February 7th from 5 to 9 pm.
Changes Come to Santa Barbara Theater
 Ann Marie Danimus
One of Puerto Vallarta's most popular entertainment venues, the Santa Barbara Theater, has made some exciting changes and additions to the entertainment schedule, including some new shows, the return of Charity Bingo and Classic Movie Night.
Captain Juan Pablo's Vallarta Fishing Report
 PVNN
I am happy to report that the fishing is great, especially for this time of year. Each and every charter has been action packed for the last 3 weeks, and it looks like things are just going to get better.
Artists in Residence at Galleria Dante
 Gena Guarniere
As part of Galleria Dante's seasonal "artists in residence" program, the talented husband and wife team, Juana Cortez and Oscar Solis, will be painting in the garden at Galleria Dante on the south side of Puerto Vallarta from January 27th-29th.
Cause Plus Community Equals Collaboration for Puerto Vallarta
 Mike Sole
Last Friday's Red Ribbon event at Club Mañana was a huge success with over 150 caring people having a great time while raising much needed money for VES, an essential partner in the fight against the HIV epidemic in the Banderas Bay region.
Revel in Luxury, and Savings, at Hacienda San Angel
 Sherman Travel
For luxury accommodations in Puerto Vallarta with plenty of old world charm, consider booking a stay at Hacienda San Angel.
Lopez Obrador Continues His Challenge to Mexico's Status Quo
 Kent Paterson
At a Jan. 23 rally attended by several hundred people in El Pitillal, Jalisco, a working-class suburb of Puerto Vallarta, Lopez Obrador told supporters he sent President Obama a letter a few days ago that warned against cutting off the movement of people from Mexico to the U.S.
Marathon Champion Trains in Vallarta
 Bob Cohen
Louis-Philippe Garnier of Montreal has been training in sunny Puerto Vallarta since late November for the upcoming Boston Marathon, which he has run in the Masters Division since 2005.
Had Enough of the Frigid Weather?
 Jim Scherrer
Although there are many similarities between US Midwestern cities and Puerto Vallarta, Mexico the differences are substantial; so much so, as to create a steady stream of retirees heading south of the border!
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.
Becas Vallarta Benefit Concert
 PVNN
The Becas Vallarta Valentine Benefit Concert Under the Stars, scheduled to take place at the Westin Resort on February 6th, offers couples the opportunity to celebrate their love at a romantic outdoor concert on the edge of Banderas Bay.
Meet Vallarta Vacation Home Specialist, William Michael
 PVNN
Many people from around the world, especially from the United States and Canada, are actively buying real estate in Puerto Vallarta. To find your dream property, you need the help of an experienced professional who can guide you each step of the way.
MAW Trip to Talpa's Fiesta of Candles
 Roberta Valdez
On February 2nd, Alegre-Events/Roberta Valdez will be offering a special one day (7 am-7 pm) trip from Puerto Vallarta to Talpa de Allende for the traditional Fiesta de la Candelaria celebration to benefit Make a Wish Mexico.
A Wild and Crazy Night at Banana Cantina
 Debbi Egan
On Wednesday January 21, Candace of Fishing with Carolina hosted bANANaCANtiNA Charity Night for AutismO2. The restaurant was loud and crazy with everyone buying raffle tickets, drinking, eating and just having fun - all for a good cause!
Jazz Jam Session at Vallarta Yacht Club
 PVNN
Tom Coster, who played with Carlos Santana in the 70's and 80's and with the jazz group "Vital Information" led by former Journey drummer Steve Smith for 18 years, will be playing at the Vallarta Yacht Club in Nuevo Vallarta on February 16, 2009.
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