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Becas Crystal Ball Sold Out!
 Polly G. Vicars
While the patrons are having the time of their lives at the March 5th Crystal Ball, Puerto Vallarta scholarship students will be assured of having their lives changed through education thanks to the support of Becas Vallarta/America-Mexico Foundation.
Dazzling Fundraiser to Benefit Los Mangos Library's 'Rincon de Sally'
 PVNN
Since Sally Conley’s passing, everything from her children’s library, Biblioteca de la Higuera, was moved to the local library. Please help us continue her legacy by attending the April 4 fundraiser for the creation of 'Sally’s Corner' at Biblioteca de Los Mangos.
Wise Wo-men Welcome Dolores Brittingham
 PVNN
On Wednesday, March 11th at 10 am, the Wise Wo-men of Vallarta welcome Chef Extraordinaire and Essence of Cuisine Cooking School owner, Dolores Brittingham, who will speak on how to be a skillful party host and a good party guest, at the IFC.
 Play Ball! PV Little League Opening Day a Success
 Bob Cohen
Saturday, February 28th 2009 couldn't have been a better day for the close to 150 kids at the Sports Stadium if one had scripted it for a Hollywood movie. It was Opening Day for the Puerto Vallarta Little League and it was time to Play Ball!
The Banderas Beat for March 1, 2009
 with Laura Gelezunas
In this edition of Banderas Beat, Laura shows us how you can become actively involved in community services, including free animal spay and neuter clinics and bringing the gift of music to local school children. She also talks to one local business man who tells us about a two-thousand year old tradition that is still a part of the Latin American culture today... cigar making.
Make A Wish Trips Make Wishes Come True
 Robert Brittingham
A group of 36 intrepid travelers from Puerto Vallarta joined MAW's Roberta Valdez and Paty Oseguera of Alegre Events & Tours for a 6 day bus tour of Taxco, Cuernavaca, Puebla-Cholula and Mexico City to grant the wish of a special young boy.
Riviera Nayarit Starts 2009 with a Bang
 TravelVideo.TV
After a successful 2008, Riviera Nayarit builds momentum in 2009. Mexico's newest destination has already received new accolades to support this region as a burgeoning "must see" destination.
1000's Enjoy Puerto Vallarta's 1st Carnaval Parade
 Mike Sole
On Saturday, February 21, 2009, Puerto Vallarta joined the ranks of other Mexican cities, such as Mazatlán, Mérida and Veracruz, in celebrating the Mardi Gras season by hosting the city's First Annual Carnaval Parade.
Photo Tip of the Week: Shooting Whale Images
 Larry Bennett
Want to learn how to shoot images of whales? Let's do some preparation before your guide yells 'WHALES!' This is when you will see why photographing a whale is both fun and frustrating...
Canadian Composition to be Performed in March Chamber Orchestra Concert
 Mary MacLachlan
Prepare for an evening of musical treats on March 15 at the American School when the Vallarta Chamber Orchestra presents its Spring Concert. One of these treats will be a performance of Hinemoa and Tutanekai by Canadian composer John Robertson.
V.E.S. Visits Marriott CasaMagna Resort
 Ed Thomas
On February 17th and 18th, as part of their ongoing mission to test and educate as many people in the Banderas Bay area as possible, the V.E.S. HIV education and testing team held a health clinic at the Marriott CasaMagna in Marina Vallarta.
Club Lobina Fishing Tournament
 Rancho Andrea
To all the fishing fans, Club Lobina will have a fishing tournament from March 13-16, 2009. It will be at Lake Presa De Cajon de Peñas in Tomatlan Jalisco, an hour south of Puerto Vallarta. They will be giving more than $100,000 pesos in prizes.
Enter Vallarta's BIG DOG Treasure Hunt
 PVNN
S.F. Productions would like to invite you to participate in 'The Big Dog Treasure Hunt,' a televised event taking place in Puerto Vallarta on April 3rd, 2009. This is a new reality television show to air nationally in the US.
 7th National Charro Championship Finals
 Adán Leyva Ávalos
The final results for the 7th National Charro Championship 2009, held in Puerto Vallarta February 18-22, are in! Puente de Camotlán came in 1st place with a total of 415 points and Jalisco's Rancho Nuevo de Tepa took 2nd place with 317 points.
Kung Fu Extreme Self Defense Course
 PVNN
Do you need to be able to protect yourself or loved ones but don't want to carry a weapon? Do you want to have more confidence in bad situations? Take a serious self defense course in Puerto Vallarta, designed for women, men and children who want to learn quickly, easily and effectively how to defend themselves and others.
Heaven on Earth at Sol y Luna Art Gallery
 PVNN
The 'Heaven on Earth' art exhibition opens at Sol y Luna Contemporary Art Gallery on Wednesday, February 25th with a wine reception from 6 to 10 pm. Everyone is invited to come meet these 2 talented young Mexican artists and enjoy their beautiful works.
Good Times for Good Causes
 Debbi Egan
Looking for something fun to do on a Wednesday night? Stop by bANANaCANtiNA for Charity Night. You'll enjoy a tasty dinner, a raffle for some great prizes and gift certificates donated by local businesses, and loads of fun - all for a good cause!
Musical Theater at the American School
 Renee Perez
Since 1990, the students at The American School of Puerto Vallarta have been entertaining Puerto Vallarta audiences with quality musical theater. For this year's Spring Musical, they will be performing "Oliver" from March 5th-7th at 7:30 pm.
PV Convention Center to Open March 25
 PVNN
Jalisco's Tourism Department recently announced that Puerto Vallarta's controversial convention center, which was scheduled to be completed on March 25, 2009 at a cost of $200 million pesos, will open as planned, but without electricity or water.
Yvan Genest, Jean Gabriel Lambert & Cherie Sibley Paint at Galleria Dante
 Claire Guarniere
As part of Galleria Dante's seasonal "artists in residence" program, you can catch artists Yvan Genest, Jean Gabriel Lambert and Cherie Sibley creating new works every Monday-Wednesday in February at this popular south side Puerto Vallarta art gallery.
There's a Poet in Everyone
 Sylvie Scopazzo
One of my most important responsibilities a manager has is to keep the staff dedicated, motivated and content. So I decided to offer my Canopy Los Veranos staff a chance to win fabulous prizes by entering a Valentine's Day poem writing contest.
Healing Sanctuary Does Good Works in Mexican Village
 Nick Gallo
Like a jaguar on the prowl, the morning sun creeps out from a thicket of clouds and stretches itself resplendently across the sky. I hardly care, huddled in the sand under two blankets, shivering with headache, fever and chills. First day on vacation and I've brought a respiratory virus from home.
13th International Film Festival Preview
 Meridiano/PVNN
From now through March 13th you can get a preview of the 13th Annual Puerto Vallarta Film Festival, which begins March 24th. There will be several activities, including music, clowns, the films and several performances by Ballet Azteca all around town.
2009 "Most Excellent Resort" Awarded to Grand Velas All Suites & Spa Resort Nuevo Vallarta by Condé Nast Johansens Luxury Hotel Guide
 PVNN
The Grand Velas All Suites & Spa Resort Nuevo Vallarta was recently named the 2009 "Most Excellent Resort" in Mexico and Central America by Condé Nast Johansens, the international luxury travel guide owned by Condé Nast Publications Ltd.
2009 Puerto Vallarta Restaurant Guide
 Gary R. Beck
Whether a Puerto Vallarta local, part-time resident or first-time visitor, most everyone loves to dine out. To learn more about Banderas Bay area restaurants, pick up the latest edition of the Puerto Vallarta Restaurant Guide, Beck's Best.
New York Comedians Converge in Vallarta
 PVNN
New York City-based comedian, actor and singer Paul Hallasy will be headlining at the San Franciscan Comedy Club March 18-22 and March 25-29. Comedienne Andrea Kolb, crowned 'America's Funniest Mom' on The Oprah Winfrey Show, will be the opening act.
Auction to Benefit Casa Hogar Orphanage
 PVNN
To raise much-needed funds for Maximum Cornejo Quiroz Orphanage, artworks by local artists and the artistic creation of the children at Casa Hogar will be exhibited and auctioned off at Plaza Marina on Friday, February 20th from 4 pm to 8 pm.
Nine Hundred New Rooms in Puerto Vallarta
 Vallarta Opina/PVNN
After more than a decade of insignificant growth in Puerto Vallarta's hotel infrastructure, some new construction concepts have surfaced that will increase the number of hotel rooms in this popular tourist destination by nine hundred.
Puerto Vallarta Wine Fest 2009
 PVSCENE/PVNN
The 3rd annual Puerto Vallarta Wine Festival, scheduled to take place at various locations throughout the city between February 22nd-28th, fuses wine and culture through wine tastings, art exhibitions, photo competitions, concerts and more!
New Road from La Cruz to Punta de Mita
 Vallarta Opina/PVNN
Seeking to increase tourism in the Punta de Mita region, the State of Nayarit announced their intention to build a new four-lane highway running from Punta de Mita to La Cruz de Huanacaxtle. Construction is scheduled to begin in three months.
Puerto Vallarta Little League Inauguration and Opening Day, February 28th
 Bob Cohen
The Puerto Vallarta Little League will begin their first day of official play on Saturday, February 28th at the Sports Stadium baseball field at 10:00 AM after a ten year absence of Little League in our city.
The Biggest Fleur de Lis in the World
 Asociación de Scouts de México/PVNN
Using aluminum cans, the Mexico Scout Association will form the biggest Fleur de Lis in the world at Parque Hidalgo in downtown Puerto Vallarta Saturday at 4:30 pm. The public is invited to attend and to check out the Scout Exposition.
R.I.S.E. Bingo at Santa Barbara Theatre
 PVNN
For all you BINGO lovers that have been asking, "When is BINGO going to start?" well, mark your calendars as BINGO will start Thursday, February 19 upstairs at Santa Barbara Theatre from 6 pm to 9 pm and continue every Thursday night thereafter.
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