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Puerto Vallarta Events - Month of May in Review
 Shannon Beston
May was a very full month here in the Banderas Bay area. Between visiting all of Vallarta's best eateries during Restaurant Week, glamorous fund raising events and the Fiestas de Mayo, there was something for everyone - and June promises to be another busy and interesting month in paradise.
 Planeta Indigena - A New Indigenous Awareness Center to Open in Fall of 2010 in Sayulita, Mexico
 Bonnie Metzger
This fall, the small pueblo of Sayulita Nayarit, popular for its surfing and restaurants, will also be home to Planeta Indígena - a new Indigenous Awareness Center that will focus on international indigenous cultural exchange, women's education and more.
Hacienda Jalisco Story Circle Retreat
 Pamela Thompson
Escape the heat and humidity in Puerto Vallarta and head for the mountains of San Sebastian on Saturday, June 26th, for a Story Circle retreat with Lynn Rogers, PhD. This fun-filled day trip gives everyone the opportunity to share personal stories and a delicious lunch at Hacienda Jalisco.
Parque Cardenas: Who Let This Happen?
 Margarita La Bonita
Have you been passed by Parque Lazaro Cardenas on the south side of Puerto Vallarta lately? That is if you can call it a park! What could be and should be a lovely park over flowing with bougainvilleas, large trees and greenery of every description, is now a dead zone.
Junior Sailing Program Open House at Vallarta Yacht Club
 Linda Green
The Junior Sailing Program at Vallarta Yacht Club is having an open-house on June 12 at 11 am. The public is invited to bring your kids to the club and learn about the Junior Sailing Program! Kids ages 7-15 can learn to sail in Opti boats that are owned by the club, and donated by club members.
HealthCare Resources Puerto Vallarta June 2010 Newsletter
 Pamela Thompson
Even though things slow down a bit as the heat and humidity return to Puerto Vallarta, there are some great summertime specials and quite a few clinics planned for the next few months. Here at HealthCare Resources, we're busy making plans for next season's new projects, clinics and services.
PVRPV's Show Us Your T-Shirt Contest
 pvrpv.com
Over PVRPV's 5 years in business they've given away over 10,000 t-shirts here in Puerto Vallarta. Now they want to know where they have all gone, so they're holding a 'Show Us Your T-Shirt' photo contest. Send in a photo of you wearing your PVRPV t-shirt for a chance to win fabulous prizes!
Life... The Mexican Way
 Sean Chalfin
I am a 42 year-old American from Scottsdale, Arizona. I have lived in Mexico and want to share some thoughts and observations that came from traveling the entire Baja by car several times, living in Cabo San Lucas and Puerto Vallarta, and adventuring into hundreds of towns in between.
Polly and Husband’s Latest Adventure
 Polly G. Vicars
Husband and I have just gone through what some would call an ordeal, but what we call an adventure in love, caring and healing. You know they say that couples who have been married a long time, begin to look alike, but in our case we just developed the same health problems.
The Art of Dining & Living Well: The Pitillal River Walk
 Liana Turner
Part of 'living well' is getting enough exercise. After hearing about the Pitillal River Walk, I planned to go see it for myself nearly every day. I finally did, and was pleasantly surprised. It is not a long walk, but you could meander back and forth a few times and get a decent bit of exercise.
Los Mangos Library June 2010 Calendar
 Pamela Thompson
With books galore (in English and Spanish), a video center, a CD based learning center, 15 internet connections, and activities for people of all ages - from movies and music to art and poetry - Puerto Vallarta's Library, Biblioteca Los Mangos, is a great place to spend a hot summer's day.
Climate, Lifestyle Draw Canadians to Nuevo Vallarta
 Marty Hope
For nearly six months per year, Brad and Marlene Lay live on manana time. The Canadian couple have been spending their winters on the beach along the Bay of Banderas for a few years now, totally getting into the laid-back Mexican lifestyle on the quiet beaches north of Puerto Vallarta.
Join Local Non-Profit PEACE in City Beautification Projects
 Becci Burchett
This summer, the local non-profit association, PEACE, will be sponsoring river and beach clean-up projects along the Rio Cuale and on the beaches of Puerto Vallarta. If you'd like to participate, join us in front of Oscar's Restaurant at 9 am on May 30th, June 5th, 13th, 19th, 27th and July 3rd.
Seproe Launches Mi Tienda Program in Jalisco
 PVNN
According to a recent article in the Guadalajara Reporter, the Jalisco Economic Promotion Department (Seproe) is giving 'Mom & Pop' stores a helping hand through the development of a new program called 'Mi Tienda,' which was designed to make traditional corner stores more modern and competitive.
Learn Vallarta: Exciting New Service
 Puerto Vallarta Tours and Educational Programs
Thinking about moving to, living or investing in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico? Let Learn Vallarta's courteous guides help you find the answers while they show you around town via their exceptional tour package that includes 15 plus tours and activities for one low price of $99 per person.
International Community Foundation Releases Findings on U.S. Retiree Real Estate and Housing Trends in Mexican Coastal Communities
 Richard Kiy
The International Community Foundation released its report "Housing and Real Estate Trends Among Americans Retiring in Mexico’s Coastal Communities" to make recommendations to policymakers and to educate and inform U.S. retirees about key issues to consider when purchasing real estate in Mexico.
 Where to Find Hand-Rolled Cigars in Puerto Vallarta
 David Olvera
Meet Poncho, the manager of the Vallarta Cigar Factory, who guides us through the process of making cigars, explains the different lines of cigars offered at both of their Puerto Vallarta locations, how to find the perfect cigar for you, and how cigars can be paired with food, wine, or beer.
Volunteers Needed for the Mexican Junior Golf Open
 Francisco Salazar
Volunteers are needed to assist in the Mexican Junior Golf Open, scheduled to take place from June 11-14 at the beautiful and challenging El Tigre Golf Club in Nuevo Vallarta. The 54 hole stroke play tournament will bring 99 of the world's best 12-18 year old male and female golfers to our area.
1st Biking for Vallarta Night Ride Report
 Roberto Angel P. Zepeda & Fabiola López Polo
On May 15th, the 1st Paseo Nocturno en Bici por Vallarta took place on the streets of Puerto Vallarta. Dozens of cyclists departed from El Parque Lineal del Pitillal and pedaled to la Plaza de la Hermandad in El Centro for a free concert by the Guadalajara Youth Symphony Orchestra.
SETAC Fundraiser at Trattoria Michel Features Live Music
 Josef Kandoll
When Vallartan resident Ed Thomas was diagnosed with congestive heart failure, he might have turned in his keys and closed his post office box. Instead, he chose to realize a personal dream. On May 22, a fundraiser will help support his efforts.
A Grocery Shopping Adventure in Bucerías, or Who Put Lips in My Tacos?
 Kathleen Dobek
When one is grocery shopping in Mexico, each town has a unique flavor, and Bucerías is no exception. Exploring its little stores can provide an entertaining morning. Just take a shopping bag and your Spanish-English dictionary, and you'll be rewarded with food items you may not have seen before.
Puerto Vallarta Retirement – Medicare to Cover Mexico Healthcare?
 TOPMexicoRealEstate.com
Retirement in Puerto Vallarta may become even more appealing if Mexico and the U.S. reach a deal to have Medicare cover Mexican hospitals. With a low cost of living, and year round warm weather, Vallarta is already a retirement favorite.
PVRPV's Summer Bowling League Underway
 Lina Longpré
Wednesday May 5th, kicked off the beginning of our Puerto Vallarta Summer Bowling League, and what a fun evening it was! This 14 week bowling event brings a lot of people together in one location, and is a great opportunity to meet new people and make new friends.
Puerto Vallarta Artist Leno Morfin to Tour Northern Europe
 Maris Kilk
After exhibiting around the world for 15 years before settling down in Puerto Vallarta only a year ago, Leno Morfin will now for the first time show his artwork in the galleries and museums of Northern Europe. The three-month-long tour will begin in Amsterdam and continue on to Estonia.
Where Does Hollywood Go When it's Sick of Hollywood? Mexico!
 PVNN
Who has not occasionally wished to simplify their life? Who has not longed to pare down their life to just the essentials? Meet newlyweds Heidi and Mark Rice. In their mid-thirties with no kids, they literally traded their corporate Los Angeles jobs for a simpler life in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico.
ExPats In Vallarta: May Happy Hour Happenings
 Sara Wise
Expats in Vallarta, the local group of residents, visitors and investors from other countries living in the greater Puerto Vallarta area, will be having their May Happy Hour gatherings at Club de Golf in Marina Vallarta. The dates and times are May 11th and 25th at 5 pm.
Xocodiva Celebrates Mom!
 Rick Hepting
In ancient Mayan mythology, Chocolate was 'born of the gods.' According to modern Mexican custom, Mother’s Day, is equally cherished. In line with these traditions, what could be a more appropriate way to celebrate the 'Goddess' in your life than with a gift of fine chocolate from Xocodiva?
International Community Foundation Releases Findings on U.S. Retiree Health Care Trends in Mexico
Richard Kiy
The International Community Foundation released its report “Health Care and American Retirees in Mexico” to educate and inform retirees and policymakers about health care trends in the U.S. retiree population in Mexican coastal communities.
Promoting Reading in Puerto Vallarta
 Pilar Perez
Puerto Vallarta’s Art and Culture Department and Los Mangos Public Library are combining their efforts to promote reading in Puerto Vallarta through an upcoming event, 'Puerto Vallarta Lee Pedro Paramo' (Puerto Vallarta Reads Pedro Paramo) scheduled to take place from October 11 to November 20.
Vallarta Restaurant Week Begins May 15
 PVNN
The 6th Annual Vallarta Lifestyle's Restaurant Week is returning to Puerto Vallarta from May 15-31, 2010. This 17-day festival, featuring over 30 restaurants in and around Puerto Vallarta, is eagerly anticipated by those who have experienced it in previous years!
Volunteer for a Festival and Heal in the Wisdom
 Philippo Lo Grande
The spirit of volunteerism is alive and well as the summer music festival season is about to begin. For 39 years the Kerrville Folk Festival has freely shared its hard earned secrets of success with those who want to work, heal in the wisdom and enjoy great music - all for a good cause.
Jalisco Reports 48 Dengue Deaths for 2009
 Guadalajara Reporter
Though between 1989 and 2009, the Jalisco Health Department did not 'officially' report any deaths from Dengue Fever, this year Dengue is in the news again and beginning to make its presence felt in the Mexican state of Jalisco.
A New Lesson in Mexico Life Every Day
 William Michael
The date on the electric bill said 26 April. Not a problem, except the bill is due upon receipt and the date on the bill is the last day to pay before the electricity is shut off. So, at 8 am on April 27th, I headed for the CFE office to pay the bill before they sent a man over to turn it off.
Russian Ballet Performance at Teatro Vallarta on May 13
 Patrick Harrison
Russia’s celebrated Russian State Ballet is coming to Puerto Vallarta's new Teatro Vallarta for 1 performance only on Thursday, May 13, 2010. Very few tickets are available for this stirring performance. Buy your tickets today!
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