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 Vallarta Living
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 Banana Cantina Seaman Volunteer Fund
 PVNN
On Wednesday, March 26th, Laura and Xavier Joachin of PV Law Legal Service, will guest host Banana Cantina Charity Night to help the Puerto Vallarta Navy League raise funds to replenish their Mariner Volunteers' Entertainment Fund.
Help Huicholes Save the World this Easter
 JOY!
Easter is a time of honouring sacrifice, a time of hope and new life. We all have the opportunity to help the Huicholes offer healing to our troubled world by bringing them what they need to continue their sacred work.
An Insight to the Indigenous Peoples of Mexico
 Rebecca Morgan
From the 1st to the 15th of March, Plaza Caracol in Puerto Vallarta hosted the "Festival Indigena" where the indigenous people "Wixaritari of Tatei Kie" came down from the mountains to share their culture with the people of Puerto Vallarta.
After the Ball is Over
 Polly G. Vicars
Becas Vallarta members are still glowing from the complimentary feedback from those who attended the 2008 Becas Ball on March 6th. But there's no time to bask in past successes - raising money to support Vallarta students is a year-round effort!
1st Banderas Bay Rotary Club Golf Tourney
 Joe Johnston
The Bahía de Banderas Rotary Club invites you to participate in their First Annual Golf Tournament to Benefit the Children of Banderas Bay, which will be held at the Flamingos Golf course near Bucerías on Saturday, March 29th, starting at 9 am.
Lucille Shipley Art Workshop Exhibition
 PVNN
Proceeds from the 2008 Lucille Shipley Art Workshop Exhibition, taking place from 2-6 pm on March 29-30th, will benefit the Becas Vallarta, A.C. scholarship program to help bright, economically challenged students continue their education.
Becas Proves Do-Gooders DO Have More Fun
 Polly G. Vicars
Having fun while doing good, a fantastic combination that was afforded to the three hundred glamorous and generous Vallartenses who attended the 2008 Becas Ball at the fabulous Hotel Westin Resort and Spa in Puerto Vallarta on March 6th.
Gabriel's Birthday = Gifts for PV School
 PVNN
On Wednesday, March 5th, Gabriel will be 10 years old. Gabriel is the reason Banana Cantina became involved with the Alfredo V. Bonfil School back in 2006. This year, Gabriel's birthday wish is for Charity Night to raise funds for his school.
Together We Can (and Do) Make a Difference
 Debbi Egan
At Wednesday night's Banana Cantina Charity FUNdraiser, Pam Thompson of HealthCare Resources and Sally Conley informed, encouraged, laughed, ate, and raised funds for Biblioteca de la Higuera, the little library that could... and does!
Bringing New Life to Vallarta Children
 Twila Crawford
Join New Life Mexico and DIF Vallarta on Friday, February 29th from 10 am-12 noon in the Jalisco Room at the Krystal Hotel to learn about the programs for Puerto Vallarta children, including street children, who need your help.
¿Qué Tal, Compadre?
 Polly G. Vicars
Becas Vallarta A.C. recently initiated a program where a donation of at least $5000 USD would make the donor a "Compadre of Becas," a person to whom we would entrust the welfare of our children now and in the future. And it's already working!
Dana and Mark Zeller Sing Broadway Songs in a Fundraiser for Clinica de Rehabilitation Santa Barbara
 Twila Crawford
The Rehabilitation Clinic of Santa Barbara (Clinica de Rehabilitation Santa Barbara) will be recognized with a fundraiser by New York City musical performers Dana and Mark Zeller on March 3, 4, 10, and 11 at 6:30 pm at the Cathy von Rohr Galeria-Studio on the southside of Vallarta.
 Vallartenses R.I.S.E. to the Occassion
 JOY! - PVNN
The grounds of the American School were packed on February 9th, when close to 800 people gathered together for the 6th Annual R.I.S.E. for Hope Fundraiser to benefit the children of the Refugio Infantil Santa Esperanza in Puerto Vallarta.
Charity Auction in La Cruz de Huanacaxtle
 Harold Sokolove
This Saturday, the North Bay Community Assistance Organization will be holding their Third Annual Charity Auction to benefit persons in La Cruz, Bucerias and Punta Mita who are in dire need of emergency medical services and related expenses.
Make a Difference in the Life of a Child
 Pamela Thompson
On Wednesday, February 27th from 6-10 pm, Pamela Thompson will host a Banana Cantina Charity Night to raise funds for Biblioteca de la Higuera, Sally Coney's little children's library in El Pitillal. Come out and join in the fun!
Teatrolimón Becas Ball Ticket Winners
 Mary Ellis
Four lucky people are off to the Becas Vallarta A.C. 46th anniversary Becas Ball on Thursday, March 6th, courtesy of Teatrolimón Restaurante owner, Bruce, who gave tickets away as door prizes during Valentine's Day dinner at his restaurant.
New Kiwanis Club Organizes in Puerto Vallarta to Make a Difference for Children and the Community
 Gary Green
An informational meeting about a new Kiwanis club organizing in Puerto Vallarta is slated for Tuesday, March 4th. Come and be a part of the global organization of volunteers dedicated to changing the world one child and one community at a time.
Introducing the Nayarit Breakfast Network
 Kelly Trainor de O.
The U.S. Consular Agency Vallarta, in conjunction with Community Service projects in Nayarit, is sponsoring a monthly Nayarit Breakfast Network. The first meeting will be held next Friday at 9:30 am at the Vallarta Yacht Club in Nuevo Vallarta.
Vallarta Goes Red for Women's Heart Health
 PVNN
A rally on Olas Altas turned the streets of Puerto Vallarta red on February 15th, when over 120 people dressed in red gathered in front of salon blu by Len to raise awareness of women's heart disease and heart health.
Women’s Heart Health Charity Night Astounding Success
 PVNN
There was a whole lotta loving going on at last Wednesday's Banana Cantina Charity Night. Local celebrities Len and Larry set a new record for the amount collected for charity in one evening, while raising awareness of women's heart health.
International Friendship Club News and Notes
 Pamela Thompson
From Casino Nights and shopping sprees to music and impromptu comedy theater, there are lots of great activities going on at the IFC over the next few weeks! Please join us as we raise funds for various worthy charities in the Banderas Bay area.
Valentine Bachelor's Party at Club Mañana
 Adriana García L.
This February 14th, LOVE will be celebrated like never before at Club Mañana, the best gay club in Puerto Vallarta, where six single, good-looking bachelors from the gay community will be auctioned off to benefit Make-A-Wish Mexico.
"Big Jack" Food Festival and Make-A-Wish Mexico Fundraiser at Fidencio's a Success
 Bob Cohen
One hundred and eighty one people gathered together at Fidencio's Restaurant on Los Muertos Beach in Puerto Vallarta on February 8th to attend Make-A-Wish Mexico's 8th Annual "Big Jack's Barbeque" Food Festival and Fundraiser.
Vallarta Gives From, and For, the Heart
 Debbi Egan
Last week's Celebrity Charity Night was a heartwarming success, and this week we'll be focusing on raising awareness of women's heart disease and heart health. So stop by Banana Cantina on February 13th for Women’s Heart Appreciation awareness night.
Offering Outstretched Arms Full of Love for Orphaned Children
 Maria Leano
It's October 2007 and I'm standing in the courtyard of an orphanage in central Mexico. I'm wearing only a light cardigan on this 54-degree morning – but it's the outstretched arms and expectant face of the little girl in front of me that really make me shiver.
46th Annual Becas Ball - Save the Date
 Peter Gray
Mark your calendars now and prepare for an evening like none you have experienced before! Puerto Vallarta's social event of the year, the 46th annual Becas Ball, is scheduled to take place at the Westin Resort & Spa on Thursday, March 6th, 2008.
El Pitillal Health Fair - Feria de Salud
 Paul Crist
Stop by the Main Plaza in El Pitillal on Friday, February 8th between 9 am and 4 pm for free medical testing and counseling at a health fair presented by Vallarta Enfrenta el SIDA, CAPASITS, and Puerto Vallarta's municipal HIV agency, COMUSIDA.
Take The Men of Vallarta Home With You
 PVNN
It's not too late to get your copy of the Hot Men of Vallarta 2008 calendar! By buying one of these high-quality 12 month calendars, you'll be helping people of limited resources who are living with HIV in Puerto Vallarta and around the bay.
BananaCantina Supports New Life Mexico
 PVNN
This Wednesday night from 7-11 pm, Harriet Cochran Murray of Cochran Real Estate will be hosting Local Celebrity Charity Night at Banana Cantina to raise funds for New Life Mexico's Street Boys and Pregnant Teen programs.
Bouquets to the People of Vallarta!
 Polly G. Vicars
It would take a book to chronicle the generous Becas' members, friends and supporters who have made Becas Vallarta the incredible entity it is, but today I throw a few bouquets to some people who truly "made a difference" at the last Becas Breakfast.
Help blu Turn Red
 Len
I really feel passionate about the women’s heart disease problem and its solution. Ladies, I truly believe it’s time to stomp this thing out. So put on your red dress and stop by blu by Len on February 15th at 1 pm for Vallarta Women’s Heart Appreciation Day.
Valentine's Day: Love is about Caring and Protecting
 Paul Crist
This Valentine's Day, show those you love that you care. Forget the flowers and candy. Talk to them about HIV. The love you show in this way will come back to you in ways that will far outlast the memory of a bouquet of flowers.
Winnipeg Students to Aid 'Children of the Dump'
 Shannon Vanraes
This isn't just a vacation, it's an education. Two young Winnipeg students will head to Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, early this February, taking money and school supplies gathered by their peers with them.
MAW Fundraiser Food Festival at Fidencios
 Bob Cohen
Make-A-Wish Mexico will be holding the 8th Annual "Big Jack's Barbeque" Fundraiser Food Festival at Fidencio's Restaurant on Los Muertos Beach on February 8th. All proceeds will go directly to the terminally ill children that Make-A-Wish serves.
PV Businesses Support R.I.S.E. Event
 Keith Amo
The business community has again demonstrated its generosity and commitment to the children of Puerto Vallarta. This year's generous sponsors for the R.I.S.E. for Hope Event on February 9th include local realtors, restaurants and business owners.
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