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Get Ready to Raffle for PEACE
 Emily L'Hoist
The next fund raising event for the Banderas Bay area non-profit organization, PEACE (Protection, Education, Animals, Culture & Environment) will be held at Los Afortunados Restaurant Bar in Sayulita on July 18th at 8 pm (Nayarit time.) Join us for a good time - for a great cause!
 Where Exactly is Margaritaville?
 Jim Scherrer
Where exactly was Jimmy Buffett when he got wasted away, searchin' for his lost shaker of salt? He was probably in Mexico because he picked up a new tattoo; a real cutie, a Mexican beauty! It must have been a pretty nice place in Mexico because even though he didn't know the reason, he stayed there all season!
Calling All US Retirees Living in Vallarta
 Laura Gelezunas
If you are a US retiree living in Vallarta, join Laura Gelezunas and The University of Texas San Antonio's Dr. Viviana Rojas and Cesar Lopez to take part in the 'Cultural Adaptation and Quality of Life of American Retirees Living in Mexico' survey at Daiquiri Dick's on Thursday, July 9 at 11 am.
A Pink Pig, Piñata and Pottery Party
 Dianna Madsen
On Sunday, July 19th from 1 to 5 pm, the Vallarta Botanical Gardens is hosting a Pink Pig, Pinatas and Pottery Party - and everyone's invited! So come on out and enjoy the gardens, have a plate of roasted pork, watch the pinata competion and check out Francesco's handmade clay pottery.
Puerto Vallarta Loses Another Icon ... First Liz ... Now Len
 Clay Birder & Larry Sheldon
Just as the great icon Liz finally left Vallarta, now we're losing another celebrity of sorts... Len. He's moving back to the US, and July 11th will be his last day at blu, so stop by between 10-6 for one last chance to burst out laughing at one of the funniest local icons we've ever had.
BINGO For Beans and Babies
 PVNN
Come and have some fun this summer, while supporting local charities! Bite me! Beach Club, in conjunction with PVRPV and Xocodiva, will host 'Bingo for Beans and Babies' every Thursday from 6-9 pm from July 9 through October 1 in their ocean front lounge on Playa Los Muertos.
Fishing With Phil: La Cruz Kids Fishing Tournament
 Phil Kerr
In this episode of Fishing with Phil Show, Phil goes to the Marina in La Cruz to participate in the kids fishing tournament that is every year in June and there is a Kids fishing tournament in Puerto Vallarta as well that is a week prior to the La Cruz Kids fishing tournament.
The Weekend Beat on BanderasNews
 Puerto Vallarta News with William Michael
Hosted by William Michael, this weekly Puerto Vallarta video news report provides a brief overview of some local news headlines, and keeps you informed about some upcoming events that you won't want to miss.
How Can You Help When Times are Tough?
 Nicole Martin
Times are very tough in our town. Some can turn a blind eye, some cannot. Now is the time for everyone to do any/every thing you can do. We can all make a difference. Think about it. While you could probably afford to buy groceries this week, a lot of Puerto Vallarta families couldn’t...
 Pre-Boomer Lifestyle on the Mexican Riviera
 Jim Scherrer
If you're a Baby Boomer and haven't yet lost all of your money in your 401k or IRA, it's not too late; come on down to Puerto Vallarta and join the Pre-Boomers. The luckiest of the Luckiest Generation are truly living 'La Dolce Vita' or the sweet life in this part of the Mexican Riviera!
Drama and Diplomacy Author Jenny McGill Launches Website
 Robin Noelle
Author Jenny McGill recently announced the launch of her new website, which features sample chapters and audio readings of her book 'Drama and Diplomacy in Sultry Puerto Vallarta,' which covers her fourteen years as the US Consular Agent in Puerto Vallarta during the 1980's and 90's.
The Bay of Banderas: Be Here. Be Happy. Be Home.
 The Banderas Beat: Special Report
In this edition of Banderas Beat, Laura Gelezunas continues her special series, The Bay of Banderas: Be Here. Be Happy. Be Home.
Expats Helping Expats in Puerto Vallarta
 Sara Wise
A new group of expats from different countries, mostly from the U.S. and Canada, is forming in the Puerto Vallarta area. The purpose of the group is informal fellowship and assistance for expat residents or visitors living, working or investing around Vallarta... or considering it.
The Second Time I Saw Alejandro Fernandez
 Liana Turner
The Jalisco en Vivo 2009 concert, which took place in Puerto Vallarta on June 20th, was intended to boost tourism for Jalisco. And it probably will do just that, but it also gave a boost to businesses here for the week of preparation and tearing down.
Out and About in Puerto Vallarta
 Twila Crawford
Between friends, food, fireworks, concerts and lots of parties - not to mention local news and happenings around Banderas Bay - there's always something to see, do, or talk about while you're Out and About in Puerto Vallarta.
The Wonders of Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
 Judy Krings
My husband, Ken, and I may be residing in our home on the shores of cool Lake Michigan, but in May, we left half our hearts in Puerto Vallarta high above the shores of beautiful Banderas Bay. Since our return to the USA, PV has become quite a hot topic in our cool city, Manitowoc, WI.
Vail Valley Volunteers Visit Vallarta
 Melanie Wong
A group of 14 volunteers from Edwards' Calvary Chapel Vail Valley, Colorado recently spent a week in Puerto Vallarta doing everything from teaching local kids at the Calvary Chapel Puerto Vallarta's mission school to rebuilding homes and playing with the children in the barrio.
Becas Vallarta Counting on Big Numbers
 Polly G. Vicars
You've probably seen Chris Matthews' feature 'The Big Number' on MSNBC’s Hardball. Here in Puerto Vallarta the Big Number is the 1000's of students of scarce economic resources whom the Becas Vallarta foundation has helped to get the education they desire and deserve since the 1960's.
SF Productions' Spotlight On Vallarta
 David Olvera
In this week's edition of Spotlight on Vallarta we take a look at the 2009 International Beach Volleyball Tournament, talk to Mayor Javier Bravo about his plans for bringing tourists back to Puerto Vallarta, and take a ride to Guayabitos with the local Harley Davidson Club, Los Piratas.
A Wet & Wild Night on Vallarta's Malecón
 PVNN
Not even the torrential downpours that started just after 7:30 pm kept an estimated crowd of around 40,000 die-hard fans from packing the Malecón and streets of downtown Puerto Vallarta to see Alejandro Fernández and Friends in the 'Jalisco en Vivo' concert on June 20, 2009.
Out and About in Puerto Vallarta
 Twila Crawford
From the latest news and local happenings to where to go and what to do while you're Out and About in Puerto Vallarta, Twila's got the scoop. So if you want to be 'in the know,' be sure to read this week's column.
IFC Cleft Palate Program: Making Miracles
 Polly G. Vicars
Husband and I joined Puerto Vallarta's International Friendship Club in 1988. Neither of us had ever been 'club' people, but the word was that the projects of this organization, especially the Cleft Palate Program, made dramatic differences in the lives of the people in the community.
The Bay of Banderas: Be Here. Be Happy. Be Home
 The Banderas Beat: Special Report
In the second episode of our 'Be Here. Be Happy. Be Home.' series, Laura shows us how Banderas Bay area businesses and the local community are dealing with the recent drop in tourism, which started with the global economic crisis and border drug wars, followed by the swine flu scare.
Buy on Impulse or Rent and Have a Look Around
 Doug Bower
You don't have to look very far to find Gringos with an all-too-familiar story: They come to Mexico for a week's vacation, and leave with a new Mexican home. Doug Bower tells us more.
Summer Hair Care Tips from Salon Divas
 Eddie Ortiz
Summer has offically arrived. Here in Puerto Vallarta, the sun, salt water, heat and humidity, combined with the effects of a poor diet, pollution, and air-conditioning, can mean that your hair becomes the bane of your life rather than your crowning glory.
Bringing Your Pet to Mexico Just Takes Proper Planning
 Tom Budniak
Many people wouldn't dream of traveling or moving to Mexico without the family pet. After all, it's a member of the family too! You can bring your pet or pets with you, but you must do some planning before hand.
Paradise Bakery & Catering Summer Specials
 Liana Turner
Summer is a great time for entertaining, but sometimes it's just too much work. Whether you're planning a summer barbecue or cocktails on the patio, need some fresh baked goods to go, or want to take a cooking class, Paradise Bakery & Catering's Summer Specials are too hot to pass up.
In Remembrance of Larry Palmquist
 PVNN
A Service of Remembrance for Bucerias resident Larry Palmquist, who passed away on June 6, 2009, will be held at the Community Church across from Hidalgo Park in Puerto Vallarta, this Friday, June 12th, at 4:30 pm. This will be the same time that the service in Kansas City is taking place.
Writing About Writers: Puerto Vallarta and Jenny McGill
 Marvin West
'Drama and Diplomacy in Sultry Puerto Vallarta' author Jenny McGill tells it like it is. If you ask enticing questions, you get exciting answers: about her 35 years in Mexico, about beauty and bandits, about Fourth of July parties and the fake gardener who fleeced her out of $35...
A Little Time and Love Can Feed a Family
 Pamela Thompson
On Friday, June 5th, a fairly sweltering evening, 35 Food Drive volunteers spent 37 minutes at the PVRPV offices putting together nearly 700 individual food packages, each containing enough beans, rice, lentils, soup pasta and bullion cubes to feed a local family of four for one week.
Stars Shine on Puerto Vallarta on June 20
 PVNN
Puerto Vallarta's world famous Malecón is the place to be on Saturday, June 20th at 8 pm, as the Jalisco Secretary of Tourism presents 'Jalisco en Vivo 2009,' a free concert featuring world-famous, award-winning musical artists, including Alejandro Fernández and Enrique Iglesias.
Spotlight on Vallarta: Promoting Tourism
 David Olvera
The Swine Flu crisis has affected every business here in Puerto Vallarta, causing hardship after hardship. In my opinion there is only one way to bring the tourists back in large numbers, and that is through a more targeted approach of promoting and marketing our little slice of paradise.
Lorena Ochoa Plays at Vallarta Golf Event
 Nicole Martin
Prudential Vallarta sales associate Grace Ramirez was one of the select few local golfers invited to participate with the world's #1 LPGA player Lorena Ochoa in the First Annual Ambassador of Tourism Golf Tournament, held at the Vista Vallarta Jack Nicklaus Golf Course on May 30th, 2009.
The Swine Flew on Prudential Pig Day
 Marilyn Newman
Not to make light of the recent A(H1N1) pandemic that has hit globally, or of the individuals who have been effected most, Prudential Vallarta wanted to bring a bit of relief to the otherwise serious perspective we are all experiencing by declaring Wednesday, May 27, as Prudential Pig Day.
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