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Vallarta Hosts Democrats Abroad Mexico
 PVNN
Democrats Abroad Mexico's Annual General Meeting will be held in Puerto Vallarta from March 7-9. A weekend-long series of events and seminars of vital interest to Americans living in Mexico are planned. Most events are open to the public.
 2009 Int'l Fireworks Art Symposium Update
 PVNN
Everyone loves fireworks! The 11th International Fireworks Art Symposium, the world's premiere international gathering place for members of the pyrotechnic industry, will take place right here in Puerto Vallarta from April 20 to 24, 2009.
Pacific Coast Cruises Coming to Vallarta
 PVNN
Puerto Vallarta is the third most popular cruise destination in Mexico, but soon Mexican and foreign residents will be able to hop on board a first-class ocean liner at the Maritime Terminal for an eight-day cruise up and down the Pacific Coast.
Carbohydrate Lovers Unite
 Laura Gelezunas
With over 15 choices of pasta and chili served up at the Third Annual Puerto Vallarta Chili and Pasta Cook Off, which took place at La Huerta Grill in Paso Ancho on February 14th, the hungry and generous crowd couldn't enough of the good eats.
 UOMINI: An Art Exhibit for Those Who Appreciate the Male Anatomy
 PVNN
Sol y Luna Art for the Uninhibited is honored to present the brand new artwork of two very talented young artists; painter Yoel Galvez and photographer Cesar Padilla in an art exhibition, inaugurating February 20th with a wine reception from 6-10 pm.
V.E.S. Condoneras Go Bananas!
 Debbi Egan
Last Wednesday night, the V.E.S. Condoneras took over the restaurant, raising a total of $10,135 pesos for V.E.S. and CAPASITS. Don't miss the fun tonight, when Candace of Fishing with Caroline will host bANANaCANtiNA Charity Night for AutismO2.
Retirement on the Mexican Riviera
 Jim Scherrer
The Mexican Riviera consists of more than 1,000 miles of Pacific Ocean coastline on the western side of Mexico stretching all the way from Ensenada in Baja California to Puerto Escondido and Huatulco in the state of Oaxaca.
Spring Concert: Bach, Beethoven and Jazz
 PVNN
When the baton is raised for the opening notes of the Puerto Vallarta Chamber Orchestra's Spring Concert at 8:00 pm on March 15 at the American School, the symphonic sounds will reflect the visionary direction of conductor Nick Salmans.
Photo Tip of the Week: Photographing Humpback Whales
 Larry Bennett
Photographing the mighty Humpback Whales are probably one of my biggest sources of frustration as a photographer - but if you have a little patience and wait a few minutes, those mighty creatures will blow and raise those mighty humps in the air.
2009 National Charro Championship Events
 PVNN
Droves of 'Cowboys' from all around Mexico will be in Puerto Vallarta from February 18th-22nd, entertaining residents and visitors with hot rodeo competition, artistic exhibitions and performances during the 7th Annual National Charro Championships.
Los Artistas del Bario Art Exhibition to Benefit Scholorship Fund for a Lucky Child from R.I.S.E.
 Sudy Coy
Four young Puerto Vallarta artists will be showing their paintings at a one-night exhibition and cocktail from 6-9 pm on February 27th at Espacio de Angeles, Lazaro Cardenas 452 on PV's south side, and donating 15% of the proceeds to R.I.S.E.
Winners of All Kinds Receive Their Awards at PV 09 Series
 Sail-World
Winning is all that counts in most sailboat races, but in Del Rey Yacht Club's PV09 International Race Series to Puerto Vallarta, presented by Corum Swiss Timepieces, there also are rewards for good guys, good cooks, good communicators and good fishermen, as well as some pretty good sailors.
A Day of Love and Friendship
 Polly G. Vicars
February 14 was a day of unparalleled love and friendship as Becas President Mariel de Fregoso, her mother Carla, Ana Caty Fenyvessi, Buri Gray, Linda Wirth and I met, one on one, with each of the Becas high school and university students at Los Mangos Library.
Visit Puerto Vallarta's Beautiful Homes
 Norma Schuh
Thanks to the efforts of Vallarta's International Friendship Club (IFC), visitors and locals alike can stroll through some of the most beautiful homes in the Banderas Bay area, experiencing first-hand life in 'Paradise.'
Interested in Deep Sea Fishing at its Best?
 Jim Scherrer
With a perfect climate, a magnificent shoreline, and an abundance of world class game fish, Puerto Vallarta offers what many consider to be the best deep sea fishing in the world.
Most Wanted Fugitive Captured in La Penita
 Mark Bertoncini
On Valentine's Day, Kirk Swaggerty, a fugitive from the United States who was the Most Wanted Man by the Illinois Department of Corrections, and had warrants for Homicide, and Home Invasion in Genoa, Il, was arrested in La Penita.
Gone Coastal: From Guadalajara to Barra with No Reservations
 Jan Baumgartner
When I told my mother I’d be taking an impromptu bus trip from San Miguel to Guadalajara and onto the Costa Alegre (Happy Coast) I could hear her cringe on the other end of the phone. The word happy eluded her and instead she heard only death wish.
The Banderas Beat for February 15, 2009
 with Laura Gelezunas
In this edition of Banderas Beat, Laura gives us a sneak peek at all of the fun and excitement you can look forward to at the 7th Annual National Charro Championships, gets the "inside scoop" from PV's quintessential beach bum and shows us a great place to volunteer and the best place in Vallarta to grab some gourmet food to go.
Puerto Vallarta: A Brand in Flux
 Daniel Gomez
If Puerto Vallarta is to compete successfully in the international arena it needs to develop a clear brand strategy that guides not only its marketing and communications, but compliments its social, economic and environmental policies.
Amorcito Corazon Delights PV Art Lovers
 Mike Sole
On February 11th Sol y Luna Contemporary Gallery celebrated the opening of Amorcito Corazon, Sushe Felix and Don Quade's two-artist show featuring mixed media paintings and collages that reflect their love of the Mexican culture and landscape.
PV09 Series: Dare and Rose of Sharon have Their Days – First at Last
 Sail-World
The final outcome seemed clear from nearly two weeks earlier when the starting gun fired for Del Rey Yacht Club's PV09 International Race Series to Puerto Vallarta, presented by CORUM Swiss Timepieces.
The Deli - Vallarta's Take Out Hot Spot
 Kristopher Saint
Redefining gourmet food-to-go, The Deli, located on Venustiano Carranza 311-A between Insurgentes and Constitución on the south side of Puerto Vallarta, is the city's take-out hot spot!
Sidewalk Restoration Begins in El Pitillal
 Meridiano/PVNN
Puerto Vallarta and Mayor Javier Bravo are making wonderful improvements to our community. On February 6, Puerto Vallarta Mayor Javier Bravo Carbajal introduced a new initiative to restore, renovate and remodel many sidewalks in El Pitillal.
CAPASITS in Need of HIV Specialist
 Salvador Murguía
The public/private HIV clinic that serves the Banderas Bay region known as CAPASITS, (Centro Ambulatorio para la Prevención y Atención de SIDA e Infecciones de Transmisión Sexual,) is actively seeking a new STD and HIV specialist.
Sixth Annual Art and Wine Festival
 Kathy Taylor
The 6th Annual Art and Wine Festival will be held at the Vallarta Yacht Club in Nuevo Vallarta on Sunday, February 22nd from 3 to 6 pm. Local artists, photographers and jewelry makers will display their work, with some pieces offered for sale.
Becas Vallarta Valentine Benefit Concert Under the Stars
 Cecile Scriban & Polly Vicars
After enjoying a brilliant sunset, a large and appreciative audience was treated to a magical outdoor musical soiree during the Becas Vallarta Valentine Classical Concert at the Westin Resort and Spa in Puerto Vallarta on February 6th.
Vallarta Botanical Gardens To Host Spring Flower & Garden Show
 PVNN
From February 24th through March 1st, Vallarta Botanical Gardens will host the first annual Puerto Vallarta Flower and Garden Show. Everyone is invited to come out for educational demonstrations and to revel in the glories of springtime.
Puerto Vallarta 2009 Mardi Gras Parade
 PVScene/PVNN
There will be a parade celebrating Carnaval Puerto Vallarta 2009, on Saturday, February 21st at 10 pm. The parade will start and end at Club Mañana and move along Venustiano Carranza, Olas Altas, Pulpito and Lázaro Cardenas.
Vallarta Wise Women Welcome Dr. Joy Carol
 PVNN
Discover ways to return to the core of your existence. Learn how you can change the picture and move beyond your fears and affirm life. Come to the International Friendship Clubhouse on February 25th at 10 am for this special Wise Women meeting.
El Mero Cabezón: Sea Food in a Family Environment
 Kristopher Saint
With the sparkling spirit of being the newest marisquería in Puerto Vallarta, El Mero Cabezón has opened its doors to offer tourists and visitors the finest local seafood in a warm family environment.
A Tragic Night on Los Muertos Beach
 Tribuna de la Bahía/PVNN
At 4:18 am on Wednesday February 11, 2009, two Americans were assaulted in the Romantic Zone of Puerto Vallarta. The tragedy occurred while a stranger entered the apartment through the terrace causing noise that attracted the guest's attention.
February 14th Chili and Pasta Cook Off
 PVNN
Carbohydrate Lovers will spoon over the Third Annual Chili and Pasta Cook Off at La Huerta Grill in scenic Paso Ancho on February 14th, starting at 1 pm. $100 pesos buys you all the chili and pasta you can eat and benefits Vallarta's Red Cross.
Luma Tops Off Tower One
 MarketWire
Luma, the first full-ownership, active adult beachfront community in Nuevo Vallarta, Mexico, today announced the topping off of Tower One.
Jean Gabriel Lambert to Paint at Galleria Dante
 Gena Guarniere
Galleria Dante is proud to present the superb new collection of acrylics by Montreal abstract artist Jean Gabriel Lambert, who will be painting in the garden at Galleria Dante on Mondays and Tuesdays throughout the month of February.
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