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 The Self-Proclaimed Bitch is Back
 Laura Gelezunas
BanderasNews Videographer Laura Gelezuna talks with Drag Superstar Jackie Beat who is treating Puerto Vallarta audiences with fun-filled evenings of music and laughter every Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday night through April 1st at Club Mañana.
College of Architects Supports Malecón Sidewalk Expansion Program
 Vallarta Opina
The ongoing project to expand the sidewalks in downtown Puerto Vallarta is scheduled to be completed before the Semana Santa holidays. When completed, it will make the city's El Centro area safer for pedestrians and more appealing to visitors.
Downtown Traffic has Gone Crazy due to Street Repairs
 Tribuna de la Bahía
As a result of ongoing street repairs, Puerto Vallarta's downtown area has recently been choked with intense traffic, annoyed drivers and long lines of vehicles. The good news is that the repairs should be completed by the end of the week.
Jalisco IMSS to Open 10 Daycare Centers
 Vallarta Opina
Mexico's Social Security Administration (IMSS) recently announced that ten new day care centers will be opened in the state of Jalisco by June 30, 2009. Nine will be in the metropolitan Guadalajara and one will be built in Puerto Vallarta.
A Captivating Villa with Classic Styling
 Laura Gelezunas
Take a virtual tour of Villa Mareja Baja, a classic beachfront villa perfectly situated on Amapas Beach in lower Conchas Chinas. With its glorious panoramas, unique styling and superb location, it's the perfect place to get away from it all.
OmBirthdayPartySurfYogaThingy
 Marla Hoover
Richard Baimbridge, Vallarta's newest and very accomplished yoga instructor, is hosting an OmBirthdayPartySurfYogaThingy, a fun-filled day of yoga, surfing, AcroYoga and Thai Massage at Om Yoga Studio in Sayulita on Sunday, March 15th.
Summary of Immigration Requirements for Volunteering
 PVScene
At a recent meeting at the IFC, the Puerto Vallarta local Immigration Delegate, Lic. Alejandro Sandoval explained the enforcement of regulations concerning expat participation in volunteer work in Puerto Vallarta and in Mexico, generally.
 17th Annual Banderas Bay Regatta
 Laurie Ailworth
The XVII Regata Internacional de Bahía de Banderas (aka the Banderas Bay Regatta) is scheduled to take place from March 17-21st. The Vallarta Yacht Club in Nuevo Vallarta will be the headquarters and center of activities throughout the week.
G3Mex Group Sweeps Awards at Alamar Inauguration
 Marla Hoover
At the inauguration of The Discovery and Sales Center for Grupo Real Del Mar, members of the investment real estate company G3Mex Group were awarded prizes for the highest sales volume by any real estate company along the Bay of Banderas.
Banderas Bay ClasiCoral Debuts in March
 Nisa Salmans
Music Director, Nick Salmans, debuts the Banderas Bay ClasiCoral singing ensemble in two celebratory concerts this month. The first will be on March 25 in the chapel at the Instituto Pierre Faure and the second on March 27 at the Church of Guadalupe.
Photo Tip of the Week: Photographing Humpback Whales in the Bay of Banderas - Q&A Follow-Up
 Larry and Linda Bennett
I know many of my readers have found my Photographing Humpback Whales series a little confusing, so here are some answers to a few of the questions I have received over the past three weeks.
Discovering Puerto Vallarta's Wild Side
 Andrew McCredie
Visiting Puerto Vallarta's historic, rugged, mountain towns and marine conservation sanctuaries all in a day's vacation at the popular Mexican destination.
BINGO for RISE at Santa Barbara Theatre
 Sudy Coy
This past Thursday, March 5th, almost 30 people showed up to play BINGO for R.I.S.E. at the Santa Barbara Theater. Join us this week from 6-9 pm for great food, drinks, lots of laughs, loads of fun and Great Prizes!
Vallarta: a Real Estate Buyer's Market...
 Marilyn Newman
Trying to time the real estate market in the Banderas Bay area can be a difficult game. In today's "buyer's market," choosing to sit and wait for someone to offer you a good deal on a Puerto Vallarta property will leave you sitting on the sidelines.
Expats Need Permits for Volunteer Work
 Twila Crawford
Last week's meeting held by US Consular Agent Kelly Trainer and Immigration personnel at the IFC was packed with expatriates full of questions about performing volunteer work in Puerto Vallarta. Here's what we've learned so far...
PV Chamber Orchestra Puts Finishing Touches on March 15 Program
 PVNN
Don't miss the Vallarta Chamber Orchestra's Spring Concert at 8 pm on March 15th at the American School in Marina Vallarta. The orchestra has been working since mid-January to prepare its most challenging program to date.
PV Little League Week Two - Recap and Updates
 Bob Cohen
Week Two of the Puerto Vallarta Little League didn't have the fanfare that the opening day had, but every kid was out again with uniforms sparkling, the grass was green and the sun was shining for last Saturday's games.
An Example of Nature´s Beauty in Puerto Vallarta
 Jim Scherrer
With the perfect climate, incredible scenery, and fun to be had, perhaps bird watching is just a good excuse for scheduling your next vacation to Vallarta!
The State of Puerto Vallarta Real Estate
 Marla Hoover
With the current state of the global economy, there has been a lot of talk about the real estate industry here in Puerto Vallarta. Some are playing 'wait and see,' while others realize that this is THE time to buy vacation and rental income properties.
Sol y Luna Art Galleries
 Contemporary & Art for the Uninhibited
Art dealer Alejandro Baez brings his art education and expertise to the PV art scene by highlighting a collection of works by international and Mexican artists at his two Puerto Vallarta art galleries, Sol y Luna Contemporary Art & Art for the Uninhibited.
Becas Crystal Ball a Great Night for All
 Polly G. Vicars
A great time was had by all at the 2009 Becas Crystal Ball! Thanks to a lot of hard work, generous donations by local businesses and the community's support, Puerto Vallarta scholarship students will be assured of having their lives changed through education.
Playing Golf in Mexico: It's Still Worth It
 Mike Bailey
With all the great golf in Mexico, it's a shame that violence and crime there have been getting all the ink of late, potentially persuading golfers to stay away from legitimate world class destinations like the new St. Regis Punta Mita and Punta Mita Golf Club.
Puerto Vallarta to Host Sixth Edition of Meeting Place Mexico
 Meeting Place Mexico
The Pacific tourist resort of Puerto Vallarta has been chosen to host the 6th edition of Meeting Place Mexico (MPM) from 7-9 June 2009, an MICE tradeshow jointly organized by Mundo Editorial and Avanti Meetings & Incentives, with the support of the Mexican Ministry of Tourism and Tourist Board.
Gala Vallarta 2009 to be Held at New Puerto Vallarta Convention Center
 Vallarta Opina
Gala Vallarta, now in its 17th year, will be hosted in Puerto Vallarta's brand new Convention Center from March 25th-27th, 2009. This annual industry trade show will be the very first of many great events to happen in this new facility.
Youth Career Initiative and CasaMagna Marriott Puerto Vallarta Resort & SPA Instruct 9 Young Locals
 Josefina Naya
CasaMagna Marriott Puerto Vallarta Resort & SPA recently gave nine local young people from disadvantaged backgrounds a head start on their careers through their participation in the Youth Career Initiative educational program.
R.I.S.E. for Hope 2009 Event a Success!
 Sue Fornoff
Thanks to the excellent food, drinks, entertainment and prizes provided by generous local sponsors, more than 750 people enjoyed the 7th annual RISE for HOPE fund raiser, which took place at the American School in Marina Vallarta on February 7th.
Vallarta Hosts Boat Show Latin America 09
 IBI Magazine
Over 100 boats, from mega-yachts to fishing skiffs, and the latest state-of-the-art marine parts and accessories will be on display at Boat Show Latin America 2009, scheduled to be held at Puerto Vallarta's newly renovated Maritime Terminal March 12-16.
El Tigre Golf Club: A Challenging, Fun Test
 Mike Bailey
You don't have to be fluent in Spanish to figure out what El Tigre translates to in English. Depending on the weather and what time you play El Tigre Golf Club at Paradise Village, however, could either translate into a cub or a full-grown angry tiger.
PV's La Paloma Bullring NOT For Sale
 VallartaVive.com
There was a strong rumor circulating around Puerto Vallarta that the La Paloma Bullring was going to be sold to a company from the United States for a large sum of money - but owner José Manuel Gómez was very surprised to hear this.
Artistas del Bario Art Exhibit a Success
 Sudy Coy
The one-night Artistas del Bario art exhibition and cocktail, which took place on February 27th, was a great success! Twelve out of the 24 art works by four young Puerto Vallarta artists were sold and 15% of the proceeds were donated to R.I.S.E.
'Kenna' Photography Expo in Guadalajara
 VallartaVive.com
Local Puerto Vallarta photographer, Javier Pérez Jiménez, has created 'Kenna,' an artistic photo exhibition of the catastrophe caused by this hurricane in 2002. The exhibition will be on display in Guadalajara through March 18, 2009.
Nuevo Vallarta's Estudio Café: Epicenter of Creativeness and Free Thinking
 Florelisa Hernández
Nuevo Vallarta Estudio Café owner Federico Leon de la Vega lives a life of ups and downs as the multi-talented character that he is: a designer, writer, ecologist, altruist and painter, whose works are collected by people from all walks of life.
BLISS at Sol y Luna Contemporary Gallery
 PVNN
Bliss, an art exhibition featuring the works of Benazir Braae and Edith Orozco, opens at Sol y Luna Contemporary Art on March 11 from 6 to 10 pm with a cocktail reception and hors d'oeuvres provided by JapaNice and Caio Tres restaurants.
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