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A Match Made in Heaven...
 Debbi Egan
Seems that bANANaCANtiNA and AutismO2 are a match made in Heaven. At the November 26 Charity Night $4873.50 pesos were raised for the 72+ children with autism at the non-profit clinic, and another $3350 pesos were added to the pot on December 16, 2008.
RISE Kids Receive the Magic of Navidad
 Chris Amo
Thanks to the generosity of Juegos Rainbow in Leon, Guanajuato, the spirit of Christmas arrived early for the 58 wonderful children currently living at the Refugio Infantil Santa Esperanza (R.I.S.E.) children's shelter in Puerto Vallarta.
 Nayarit Turtle Fest - Education in Action
 Cristy Holden
Punta de Mita, Emiliano Zapata, Higuera Blanca, and La Cruz de Huanacaxtle school children recently learned all about the ecology of the turtles on our beaches while participating in a Turtle Fest in the village of Emiliano Zapata.
Wise Wo-Men in Vallarta Speakers Program
 PVNN
The Wise Women of Vallarta have some great speakers lined up for January and February 2009, so make plans now to join us at the International Friendship Clubhouse every other Wednesday from 10 am to 12 Noon.
RISE for Hope Fundraiser February 7, 2009
 Sue Fornoff
The date is coming up soon for the 7th annual RISE for HOPE fundraiser to benefit the Refugio Infantil Santa Esperanza children's shelter in Puerto Vallarta. Mark your calendars for Saturday, February 7th, so you won't miss this spectacular event.
Dialogue during Donation to Teletón 2008 by President Calderón and Family
 Presidencia de la República
I would like to urge all Mexicans to support this important, noble, humane campaign, which is one of the most noble causes in Mexico: The Teletón.
2nd Annual Bucerias Party with a Purpose
 Sue Fornoff
Enjoy great food, live entertainment, a raffle for great prizes and the chance to visit with old and new friends, while learning about some of the charitable organizations in Bucerias at the 2nd Annual Party with a Purpose on December 11th.
Tia Foundation's Laura Libman at Andales
 Jim Boland
The Kiwanis Club of Puerto Vallarta invites you to join us on Tuesday, December 9th from 9:00 to 9:45 am at Andales on the Bay, 513 Olas Altas on the south side of PV, for a presentation by Laura Libman, CEO and President of the Tia Foundation.
Helping Others in Their Time of Need
 Debbi Egan
At this week's bANANaCANtiNA Charity Night, hosted by Pamela Thompson, we raised $10,535 Pesos to help cover 9-year-old Marcos' hospitalization fees. Please join us next Wednesday, Dec 10th, to help us raise funds for Gib's ongoing medical expenses.
A Tribute to Sally Conley
 PVNN
Puerto Vallarta has lost another legend. Biblioteca de la Higuera founder Sally Conley passed away at 2:15 am on Monday, December 1st at Hospital Medasist after suffering a massive cardiac and respiratory arrest. She will be missed by all.
Fundraising Dinner at Banana Cantina to Benefit Gib Hauersperger
 Lee Bright - PVNN
Please join Debbi Egan and her staff at bANANaCANtiNA on Wednesday, December 10th from 6-10 pm for a benefit dinner to raise funds for Puerto Vallarta concierge Gib Hauersperger's ongoing medical treatments.
The River Café to Host December Becas Breakfast
 Polly G. Vicars
Evangelina Sánchez and her husband Margarito Larios, proprietors of the beautiful River Café, located on the Río Cuale Island in downtown Vallarta, are hosting the second Becas Breakfast of the season on Wednesday, December 10 beginning at 9:30 am.
Yo Me Amo (I Love Me) Campaign by VES
 Ed Thomas
The Yo Me Amo campaign started by V.E.S. in collaboration with CENSIDA (Centro Nacional para La Atencion Y Prevencion del Sida) and COESIDA (Consejo Estatal del Sida en Jalisco) will be 4 months in the works on December 1st - World Aids Day.
Blood Drive at the Vallarta Yacht Club
 Pamela Thompson
On December 10th from 8:30-11:30 am, there will be a blood drive at the Vallarta Yacht Club in Nuevo Vallarta, sponsored by the Blood Bank, HealthCare Resources Puerto Vallarta, the American Consulate and the Vallarta Yacht Club.
bANANaCANtiNA Charity Nights are Back!
 PVNN
Banana Cantina owner Debbi Egan is continuing to help raise money for Banderas Bay area schools and charitable organizations by hosting Local Celebrity Charity Night at her Puerto Vallarta restaurant and giving 10% of the house to the chosen charity.
Upcoming Toys For Tots Vallarta Events
 Sue Fornoff
The Tom Weiskopf Course at Vista Vallarta Golf Club will play host to the 10th annual Toys for Tots Golf Tournament on December 13th, followed by the annual T4T Gala Dinner Dance at the Puerto Vallarta CasaMgna Marriott on December 14, 2008.
Silver Stars at Sun Silver
 Laura Gelezunas
On December 5, Sun Silver in Old Town is making it easy to shop for the perfect Christmas gift at a special event that spotlights top jewelry designers and the ladies of Manos Unidas por la Mujer, part of the PEACE non-profit association.
2008 Vallarta Adventures Clothing Drive
 PVNN
As part of their community service program, from November 17th until December 20th Vallarta Adventures is collecting used clothing from around the Banderas Bay area to donate to local orphanages and needy families in outlying villages.
 A Stroke of Good Luck for PEACE
 Laura Gelezunas
Thanks to the efforts of the Banderas Bay area non-profit organization PEACE, and a team of students, teachers and volunteers, an abandoned Ejido building in the Punta de Mita region is being turned into a place for everyone in the community.
Toys For Tots Vallarta Golf Scramble
 Joe Johnston
Please join us for this year's Toys For Tots fundraiser. The annual golf scramble will be held on Saturday, December 13 at the Vista Vallarta Weiskopf course, and the gala dinner dance will be held on December 14 at the Casa Grande Marriott Hotel.
IFC Thanksgiving Dinner at Que Raro!!
 PVNN
On November 27th come and celebrate Thanksgiving with the Puerto Vallarta International Friendship Club at Que Raro!! from Club Mañana. You'll enjoy an All-You-Can-Eat family style meal, while supporting the IFC's community programs
Nayarit Network Breakfast - Nov 21
 Kelly Trainor de O.
The U.S. Consular Agency Vallarta, in conjunction with Community Service projects in Nayarit, are proud to announce the Nayarit Breakfast Network is coming back to town on November 21st, 2008 at 9:30 am (Jalisco Time) at Estudio Café in Nuevo Vallarta.
Paraiso Felino Cat Food and Supply Drive
 Janina Erban
Paraiso Felino in Puerto Vallarta is having a cat food and supply drive from November 17-22. Any supplies such as cat food, litter, flea and deworming medicine, or any other pet supply or product you wish to donate are welcome.
Not Too Many Cooks in Coco's Kitchen
 Polly G. Vicars
Close to 150 hungry Vallartenses came out to enjoy Coco's delicious breakfast and to support Becas nearly 300 scholarship students at the first Becas Breakfast of the season, which took place at Coco's Kitchen - Barrio Sur on November 12, 2008.
A Very Busy Nine Days For V.E.S.
 Ed Thomas
Handing out condoms at several Puerto Vallarta nightclubs on October 31st was just the beginning of a very busy nine days for the Vallarta Enfrenta el SIDA team as they continue their fight against the HIV epidemic in the Banderas Bay region.
Rotary Clubs Unite to Delight
 Gary Green
Last Saturday in Colonia Magisterio 107 primary, secondary and university students accepted scholarships and a myriad of school supplies, thanks to the Calgary North, Millennium, Calgary Heritage Park, Lethbridge and Pinchur Creek Rotary Clubs.
Beyond Vallarta - Tours Beyond Ordinary
 Twila Crawford
In response to local residents' desires to explore more of Mexico's vast diversity, natural beauty and culture in style and comfort, Beyond Vallarta is offering three dynamic tours benefiting the International Friendship Club's charitable interests.
Democrats Abroad Gather at Marazul to Watch Obama Win
 Dee Dee Camhi
What a true pleasure it was to watch the eager eyes and anxious smiles of the 225 attendees at the Democrats Abroad Mexico Costa Banderas Chapter Election Party, which was held at Restaurant Marazul on Los Muertos Beach on November 4, 2008.
Susan Davalos Helps Special Needs Children, the Sick and the Elderly
 Twila Crawford
Much admired PV resident and nurse, Susan Davalos, is a volunteer community coordinator in the El Pitillal and the city dump area, who recently took us to visit and to help out at five organizations caring for children, adults and the elderly
Becas Vallarta to Inaugurate the Season with a Gala Breakfast
 Polly G. Vicars
At 9:30 am on Wednesday, November 12, 2008 the "high season" will really begin for Becas Vallarta supporters when they gather at Coco's Kitchen-Barrio Sur for what will be a fantastic breakfast to help finance our student scholarships.
Make-A-Wish Gala Dinner & Las Vegas Fantasy
 PVNN
On Saturday, December 20th Oscar's Restaurant will host the first annual Make-A-Wish Gala Dinner and Las Vegas Fantasy to help them raise the funds they need to continue granting the wishes of Mexican children with life-threatening medical conditions.
Children, Turtles and Marriott CasaMagna
 Chris Amo
Abrazos y besitos to the wonderful staff at the Marriott CasaMagna Hotel in the Marina who recently invited the children from R.I.S.E., a children's shelter here in Puerto Vallarta, to participate in the release of baby turtles into the ocean.
Hook the Cure Fishing Tournament Nets $450,000 for Cystic Fibrosis Patient Care and Research
 Gary Green
The third annual Redbone Tournament Series event, presented by BJ's Restaurants and IOTEC brought U.S. anglers to Puerto Vallarta Mexico for fun in the sun and exciting fishing - and reeled in a whopping $450,000 Net for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation.
Outback Celebrates 8 Years in Vallarta
 PVNN
On November 11th, Outback is celebrating its 8th Anniversary and you are invited to the party! Starting at 7 pm you will have the chance to have a great time while helping three local charities: Make-A-Wish Mexico, Pasitos de Luz and Agape.
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