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Nextel Bicentennial Mexico Cup Regatta Brings Eight Grand Class Sailing Events to Riviera Nayarit
 Rafael Torres
The Mexorc Regattas, with more than five categories, will be the most spectacular feature of the Nextel Bicentennial Mexico Cup Regatta, which will be held over eight days, from February 27th - March 6th, 2010, at the Riviera Nayarit Marina in La Cruz de Huanacaxtle on Banderas Bay.
 The Valentine Becas Benefit Classical Concert Under The Stars
 Cecile and Rod Scriban
After enjoying a brilliant sunset, a large and appreciative audience was treated to a magical outdoor musical soiree during the 2nd Annual Becas Vallarta Valentine Classical Concert, which was held at the RainTree Vacation Club (formerly Club Regina and Westin Resort) on February 12th.
Humane Borders Presentation at CUC
 Paul Crist
On Tuesday, March 2nd, at 7 pm, Rev. Robin Hoover, PhD, founder of Humane Borders, will discuss the ongoing work of Humane Borders in saving lives and alleviating suffering among migrants along the US-Mexico border at the Centro Universitaria de la Costa Auditorium in Puerto Vallarta.
Kim Kuzma Returns to Bite Me! Beach Club
 Grant Hunermund
Every night's a party when Kim Kuzma comes to Puerto Vallarta. The sexy girl next door with the big voice who belts out everything from R&B standards to her own beat-driven dance tunes will be returning to bite me! beach club every Monday and Saturday from March 1 to April 3 at 6 pm.
A BanderasNews Brief & Upcoming Events
 Sylvie Scopazzo
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.
Pancho Villa Beach Club Reopens
 SF Productions
Pancho Villa Beach Club, one of Puerto Vallarta's favorite beachfront watering spots for locals and tourists for the past several years, recently celebrated their reopening after a fire and floods caused extensive damage to the building last month.
Joy Carol Returning to PV
 Irene McKinley
Internationally-known speaker and pastor, Joy Carol, will be returning to Puerto Vallarta to speak at Christian Community Church from 10 to 12 on February 23rd. Her presentation is open to the public and there is no charge. She will also speak on Sunday, February 28th at both the 8:30 and 9:45 services.
Out and About in Puerto Vallarta
 Twila Crawford
If you want to know what's going on here in Vallarta and around Banderas Bay, be sure to read this week's edition of Out and About in Puerto Vallarta. Twila will keep you up to date on all of the latest news and local happenings.
 Teatro Vallarta to Debut with Fandango
 Mark de Leon
Manuel Diaz Preciado, the director and mastermind of the new Teatro Vallarta, has announced that his ultra-modern theater will make its March debut with a spectacular musical performance called 'Fandango'.
A Guide to Puerto Vallarta Water Taxis
 Phil Kerr
There really is no better way to experience the Bay of Banderas than by taking a water taxi to one of the coves along Vallarta's southern shores on the way to Yelapa. The day starts off at the pier at Los Muertos Beach, and you can choose which seaside village you would like to visit for the day.
Arts for Heart Auction - A Call For Help!
 Mercedes Sanchez
On March 4th, La Cuiza Gallery & Bar on the Isla Rio Cuale will be hosting an art auction to raise money for 1-1/2 year old Angela, who was born with a damaged heart. Angela is the daughter of La Cuiza featured artist, Amed Rahem, who needs your help to cover the cost of her next operation.
Fourth Vallarta Wine Fest February 22-28
 PVNN
Are you taking enough time to stop and enjoy the finer things in life? If not, you should know that some of the finest restaurants and hotels in Puerto Vallarta will be hosting the Fourth Annual Vallarta Wine Fest from February 22 - February 28, 2010.
A.M.P.I. Riviera Nayarita Elects New Board of Directors for 2010
 Marilyn Newman
The beautiful residential development, Ikal Vallarta, located next to El Tigre Golf Course in Nuevo Vallarta, was the venue for the recent A.M.P.I. Riviera-Nayarita General Assembly to elect the 2010 Board of Directors: Pres. Tere Kimball, VP Saul Groman, Sec. Norm Nelson, and Treasurer Fay Sloane.
Wine Express Even Drinks It For You
 Ed Schwartz
I am amazed at the proliferation of wine websites. And, because I am considered a wine writer by some and a wine buyer by others, I get several emails a day. No samples, but a lot of words. I have mixed feeling about all this virtual stuff. But, one can teach an old dog new tricks.
Judith Ewing Morlan Opens at Galeria Uno
 Pamela Thompson
Artist Judith Ewing Morlan, a Vallarta resident for the past twenty years, has been on a painting sabbatical for the past couple of years. She returns with an opening at Galeria Uno on Friday, February 19 beginning at 6 pm with a panorama of her latest work.
A Classic Evening at Sierra del Mar Los Arcos
 David Lyons
On Saturday evening, February 13, classical guitarist Rigoberto Moro performed for a group of about seventy-five people who own property between the south side of Vallarta and Boca de Tomatlan, who gathered at the Sierra del Mar Los Arcos residents' beach club for a classic, and classy, evening.
Dr Jorge Chavez: What's New In Cardiology
 Pamela Thompson
As February is Heart Month, HealthCare Resources Puerto Vallarta is pleased to present the second in our Heart Talk series. On February 24, 2010 at 10 am at the International Friendship Club, cardiac interventionalist and internist Dr. Jorge Chavez will speak on What's New In Cardiology.
Riviera Nayarit Sets Sail: Nautical Extravaganza Will Showcase the Destination in 2010
 Rafael Torres
Nautical Extravaganza 2010; an unprecedented event for sea lovers, will bring together eleven water sports and marine culture related activities, between February 27 and March 20, in Riviera Nayarit, which aims to place itself as the preferred nautical destination on the Mexican Pacific.
BECAS Tour Of Three Schools
 Polly G. Vicars
On February 10, a group of Becas Compadres and other Becas Vallarta A.C./American-Mexico Foundation, Inc. supporters joined Linda Azcarate, Pat Bendix, Linda Wirth and me on a chartered bus tour to some of Vallarta’s public schools that are changing students lives with their excellent programs.
PV Consular Agency of Canada is Moving
 Lyne Benoit
On March 1, 2010, the Consular Agency of Canada will be moving their Puerto Vallarta office to a new location, Blvd. Fco. Medina Ascencio #2485 Local Sub F, above Porton in Plaza Peninsula in the North Hotel Zone. The Canadian Consulate's contact infomation will remain the same.
There's Still Time to Perk Up a Dreary February!
 Barbara Sands
Readers and writers both will enjoy the interactive seminars, the stimulating speakers and the fellowship at the social events scattered throughout the weekend of February 26-28, at the Puerto Vallarta Writers' Group Fifth Annual Conference at Biblioteca Los Mangos.
The Amazing Race Comes to Puerto Vallarta and PVRPV’s Quinta Laura
 pvrpv.com
PVRPV and Puerto Vallarta were very proud to host The Amazing Race, a hit show on the CBS network! The program features a web show called Elimination Station where eliminated contestants gather while the show finishes taping, which, this season, was an oceanfront villa in lower Conchas Chinas.
Therapeutic Massage at Aura Spa
 Mark de Leon
Getting to Aura Spa may seem somewhat inconvenient for those coming from outside of the Marina Vallarta neighborhood, but in my experience, it was worth going the extra distance for what was clearly the best massage I have had in Vallarta in the six years I've been living here.
Artist Bill Megrail and the Peter Gray Art Museum to Team Up for a Fabulous Art Event
 Jerry Lafferty
The Peter Gray Art Museum will feature the work of local artist Bill Megrail on February 24. The event is open to the public free of charge, with wine and other beverages along with light fare to be offered as you tour Bill Megrail's recent work along with the museum's permanent collection.
Puerto Vallarta Little League Week Five Recap and Highlights
 Bob Cohen
The Puerto Vallarta Little league completed Week Five Saturday of its first half of the season and two teams were added to the league, one in each age division.
Lanna Gym Grand Reopening and Muay Thai Bouts at Collage
 Bob Cohen
Lanna Gym, one of Puerto Vallarta's most popular Muay Thai gyms celebrated their grand reopening this past Friday night after an extensive remodeling. Also announced was a big Muay Thai card that will be held at the Collage Club this coming Friday night, February 19th.
Puerto Vallarta Writers Group Book Signing
 Steve Van Slyke
As part of the 5th Annual Puerto Vallarta Writers Conference, which is taking place at Los Mangos Library on February 26th through the 28th, local and international authors will be on the beach in front of Daiquiri Dick's Restaurant signing copies of their books on February 28th from 2-4 pm.
Two Sayulitans Win Honors in the World of Tequila
 Ed Schwartz
Sayulitans sure know their Tequila! Mark Alberto Holt's SFT Tequila Bar is rated one of the 'Top Tequila Bars in Mexico and Beyond' by Tequila.net and Gabbi Villarrubia's informative and entertaining website has just been voted one of the 'Top 10 Tequila Websites' by TasteTequila.com.
Free Puerto Vallarta Real Estate Seminars
 Patrick Harrison
You have questions? This is your chance to have the ear of Vallarta’s industry leaders in a no-pressure, relaxed atmosphere. At 5:30 pm on the 1st and 3rd Monday of each month, Tropicasa Realty and MEXLend Mortgages are holding Free Q&A Seminars at Garbo's on the south side of Puerto Vallarta.
Puerto Vallarta Navy League Fundraiser
 Bill Clark
The Navy League of Puerto Vallarta invites everyone to attend a Gourmet Italian Dinner on Saturday, February 27th, 2010, at 7 pm, at the Porto Bello Restaurant in Marina Vallarta. Proceeds from this event will go towards community activities for the foreign ships that arrive in PV.
Expats in Vallarta February 23 Happy Hour
 Sara Wise
Last Minute Change of Location! Expats in Vallarta, a group of expats living in the Puerto Vallarta area, recently announced that they have changed the location for their February 23rd Happy Hour. It will now be held at 5:00 pm at Club de Golf in Marina Vallarta.
Vallarta Botanical Gardens February Events
 Dianna Madsen
Since opening the Gardens gates in 2004, Vallarta Botanical Gardens has won international accolades as a not-to-be missed highlight of any trip to Puerto Vallarta. In addition to the 20 acres of native tropical plants and flowering trees, here are some February events you won't want to miss!
Out and About in Puerto Vallarta
 Twila Crawford
From all the latest news to local happenings and upcoming events, Twila's got the scoop on what's going on around Banderas Bay, so if you want to be 'in the know' be sure to read this week's Out and About in Puerto Vallarta.
Vallarta Fishing Experience: Up Side Down Sportfishing Season
 Stan Gabruk
Right now we are seeing water temperatures bordering on spring time equivalents. 78-81° F water temperatures are creating a vortex of sorts. The warm water fish have headed south for the winter, and the cold water fish are either deep or heading north in search of more comfortable temperatures.
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