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Dr. Javier Diaz Nuñez: A Mexican Doctor with "Gringo" Sensibilities
 Roberta Rand
The first thing you notice upon meeting Dr. Javier Diaz Nuñez, a respected Ear, Nose and Throat specialist in Puerto Vallarta, is his impeccable English and the total absence of a Mexican accent. 'When patients hear me speak, they know that I will understand them,' he says.
Know Yourself, Know Your Brand
 Daniel Gomez
The current economic crisis is causing havoc not only for Vallarta businesses but for consumers as well. Some long established brands that were once considered unshakeable pillars of capitalism are now hardly recognizable.
The Season of Giving is Fast Approaching
 Pamela Thompson
The Vida Nueva street children shelter in Puerto Vallarta wants to be able to give the boys a Merry Christmas. We very much need your help to achieve this. The holiday season is one of the most difficult times for the children as it highlights that they are away from their families.
 Pet Heaven: For the Love of Cats
 Paloma Bartz
Our kitties didn't ask for the tough life they were born into. Irresponsible pet owners doom so many kitties to a short life of pain and suffering. Pet Heaven of Puerto Vallarta is rescuing these innocent animals and giving them a safe home and health care and love.
2nd Annual Earthdance Festival at Boca de Tomatlán, Sept 26-27
 Roberta Rand
The 2nd Annual Earthdance Festival will be held from September 26th through 27th at Boca de Tomatlán, featuring live Mexican musical acts, Mexican cultural dances, fire performances, drumming, DJ's, reggae bands, Yoga sessions, ecological workshops for kids and more.
SFT Tequila Bar Re-Opens October 5th in Very High Spirits
 Ed Schwartz
Those who love tequila will be happy to note that the SFT Tequila Bar in Sayulita, Mexico will re-open for the season on October 5th - and owner Mark Alberto Holt has lots planned - from special events, special tastings and celebrations to new and tasty brands.
Jorge Lenin Lopez of Michoacan Wins the Main Event at MFC 8 "Blow By Blow"
 Bob Cohen
Early Saturday morning, the successful Muay Thai MFC 8 "Blow By Blow" ended with a bizarre main event. Vallarta's Eder "Thai" Huerta was knocked down twice by Michoacan's Jorge Lenin Lopez in the first round and broke two fingers on his right hand, but was resiliant and made a fight of it.
Biblioteca Los Mangos October Events
 Pamela Thompson
Looking for something fun to do this October? There are always lots of great things to do at the Puerto Vallarta Library! You can browse through the library's huge English language book section, catch a movie or attend a fun event at Biblioteca Los Mangos.
A BanderasNews Brief & Upcoming Events
 Mike A. Arevalo
There's always so much going on in Puerto Vallarta and around Banderas Bay, it can be difficult to keep up with it all. So we've put together a brief overview of some of this week's news headlines and added some upcoming events you won't want to miss.
BINGO for Beans and Babies Reaches Goal
 pvrpv.com
September 17 marked the second to last BINGO for Beans and Babies at Bite me! Beach Club. 59 people showed up to play, raising $13,287 pesos for Pasitos de Luz and surpassing our original goal of $100,000 pesos - and we still have one more BINGO night, plus the closing party to go!
Chef Seth Cloutman, Food Geek Extraordinaire
 Roberta Rand
As Chef Seth Cloutman unfolds an old Kilim rug and smooths it over a table, setting the stage for a seven-course seafood-themed dinner party in an impeccably decorated home in Gringo Gulch, he announces, 'It's not just about the cooking, it's about the styling.'
 The BanderasNews Entertainment Report
 Precision Productions
In this edition of The BanderasNews Report, we give you a front row seat at the Independence Day festivities at Puerto Vallarta's main plaza, talk with Mayor Javier Bravo and president-elect "Chava" Salvador Gonzalez, and tell you about upcoming events you won't want to miss.
First Half Marathon in Nuevo Vallarta
 Travel Video News
For the first time, the Half Marathon is running through Nuevo Vallarta on Sunday, October 25, 2009. Marathon runners from all over the world will have a chance to visit Nuevo Vallarta and will be treated to Mexico’s beautiful Pacific coastline.
Rosh Hashanah Services in Vallarta
 PVNN
Celebrate Rosh Hashanah in Puerto Vallarta this year. The Puerto Vallarta Jewish community and Chabad invite you to come and celebrate Rosh Hashanah on September 18th, 19th and 20th at the Peninsula Condominiums, 2nd tower, on the ground floor.
Banderas Beat Celebrates 2 Years of Success
 PVNN
Banderas Beat, the first and longest running WEBshow originating in the Bay of Banderas, is starting its third season. Created by Video Diva Productions owner Laura Gelezunas, these informative and entertaining video reports premiered on BanderasNews in September 2007.
Should Medicare Extend to Mexico?
 Erin Van Rheenen
U.S. senior citizens living in Mexico should have their medical care covered by Medicare, says Paul Crist, a former senator’s aid who now lives in Puerto Vallarta. In the current debate over health care, Crist’s idea seems to be gaining ground.
PV Zoo Celebrates 4 Years and 2 New Births
 PVNN
You just couldn't ask for better timing. As the Castañeda family was preparing for the Puerto Vallarta Zoo's 4th anniversary celebration, the number of endangered animals born at the Zoologico de Vallarta since September 15, 2005 was increased by the birth of 2 black jaguars.
La Cruz Fishing Tournament - Part 2
 Precision Productions
In part two of Phil's coverage of the 3rd Annual Riviera Nayarit International Marlin & Tuna Fishing Tournament, which took place August 13-15, 2009, Phil goes fishing on the Incognito, talks with some of the winning anglers and gives us a glimpse of the awards ceremony
Tracking the Heartbeat of Banderas Bay
 Banderas Beat with Laura Gelezunas
Viva México! September is when Mexico celebrates the country's Independence from Spain. In this edition of Banderas Beat, Laura tells us a little bit of the history behind Mexican Independence Day and shows us one Vallarta restaurant that is serving up traditional Mexican dishes.
Mouth Magic in Mexico (or, I Am the Biggest Dental Weenie in the World!)
 Pamela Thompson
I would prefer to walk on hot coals, slide down a banister of razor blades or have a Chinese Water Torture than sit in a dentist's chair. I am a dental weenie! I finally found a dentist I like and trust and will be chronicling the re-invention of my teeth for other dental-weenies.
Celebrating Rosh HaShanah in Vallarta
 PVNN
In celebration of Rosh Hashanah, commonly referred to as the Jewish New Year, PV Mirror Editor Allyna Vineberg will be hosting a special celebratory dinner prepared by Puerto Vallarta Chef Seth Cloutman of Food By Seth Catering, on Saturday, September 19, 2009.
Support Local Charity: Let's Go to Tepic!
 Astrid van Dam
Superior Tours Vallarta is organizing a 2 day cultural tour of Tepic, the Capital of Nayarit, on October 18-19, 2009. You'll enjoy walking tours, shopping, a free concert and 1 night's stay in a tourist class hotel, with all benefits going to a Banderas Bay area local charity.
Grand Velas All Suites & Spa Resort Wins a Top Conde Nast Traveler Reader’s Choice Award
 PRWeb
Grand Velas All Suites & Spa Resort, the all-inclusive resort located in Nuevo Vallarta, Riviera Nayarit, Mexico was named one of the “Top 15 Mexico Hotels” for the second year in a row at the 2008 Condé Nast Traveler Reader’s Choice Awards.
It's Turtle Time in Puerto Vallarta
 PVNN
Following their ancient annual cycle of reproduction, sea turtles are making their way back to the shores of Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, where numerous hotels run marine turtle conservation and protection programs with the help of professional marine biologists.
Get Ready to Golf for Toys for Tots
 Bill Semeyn
The Toys for Tots December fund raisers are always among the most popular events of the season. This year, the Toys for Tots Golf Scramble will be held on Saturday, December 12th at the Vista Weiskopf course. The annual Dinner dance will be held the following day at the Marriott Resort.
Vallarta's Culinary Corner: Ah! Caramba Chef Armando Verdusco
 SF Productions
Love seafood? Join Vallarta's Culinary Corner host Chef Seth Cloutman as he and Ah! Caramba chef Armando Yepez Verdusco combine butter, garlic, lemon, white wine and béchamel sauce to prepare one of the restaurant's signature dishes, mouth watering Lobster & Jumbo Shrimp.
BINGO for Beans and Babies Nearing Goal
 pvrpv.com
September 10th's BINGO for Beans and Babies at Bite me! Beach Club drew another great crowd of 54 happy bingo-ers. Together we raised $8,590 pesos in support of Pasitos de Luz bringing our total to date to $94,590 pesos, with two more BINGOs and the closing night party to go.
Marriott's "On Cloud Nine" Wedding Package
 Business Wire
Marriott and Renaissance Caribbean & Mexico Resorts will offer the On Cloud Nine wedding package for $999 beginning 9/9/09. The package provides an enticing, yet affordable, opportunity for betrothed couples seeking an idyllic destination wedding to say, "I do".
Ecology Watch Dog: Nayarit Turtle Talk
 Carol Davenport
At one time, there were 250 known species of sea turtles in the world. Today, there are only 8 existing species of sea turtles in the world. Of the 8 species of sea turtles, 7 come to Mexico to make their nests! Do I have your attention now?
Teatro Limón - Puerto Vallarta's Interactive Eatery
 Miami Herald
Teatro Limón is an interactive and super friendly eatery like no other in Puerto Vallarta - or anywhere else! The restaurant's eccentric Canadian chef-owner Bruce Byng has more tricks up his sleeve than a Las Vegas card shark - and he is always eager to share them.
The BanderasNews Entertainment Report
 Precision Productions
In recognition of Mexico's Independence on September 16 people are asked to wear red and green, to all events this month. In this edition of The BanderasNews Report, Host Nicole Martin tells us about some of the Fiestas Patrias events and activities coming up this week.
Puerto Vallarta Summer Food Drive Success
 Pam Thompson
What began in the Spring as an effort to help our friends and neighbors here in Puerto Vallarta through some very, very tough economic times through the summer months, blossomed into a massive undertaking, resulting in over 17,050 kg of food delivered to those who needed it most.
A BanderasNews Brief & Upcoming Events
Mike A. Arevalo
There's always so much going on in Puerto Vallarta and around Banderas Bay, it can be difficult to keep up with it all. So we've put together a brief overview of some of this week's news headlines from local Spanish language publications, and added some upcoming events you won't want to miss.
Puerto Vallarta is Alive in Spite of the Heat in Mexico
 Diane Briggs-Hoyle
In light of the U.S. economic crisis and irresponsible media coverage of the drug cartels and H1N1 flu, Mexico has launched a national media campaign to put Puerto Vallarta and other favored vacation spots back in the minds of tourists as affordable and safe travel destinations.
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