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Urgent Need for Blood Donors
 SPCA de PV
Teresa Wong Meza underwent surgery last evening at Puerto Vallarta's Hospital Versalles and is in need of blood donations. It is not important that you have the same blood type as Teresa. What is important is that blood is donated in exchange for what is provided to Teresa.
Día de Los Muertos - The Mexican Day of the Dead
 Linda Neil
Día de los Muertos, (Day of the Dead,) celebrated in Mexico and other Hispanic countries, has considerable religious significance. The festive period begins on the night of October 31 and continues through All Saints Day and All Souls Day, celebrated November 1st and 2nd respectively.
October in Vallarta Delivers Tons of Fun!
 PVNN
Who says that there's nothing to do in Puerto Vallarta in October? No matter what your interests are, Puerto Vallarta is always ready to entertain, and this month's calendar is filled with a wide variety of activities and events that will keep everyone amused.
Hungary Invades Puerto Vallarta, Mexico!
 Patrick Harrison
Presidance, the popular European show that celebrates the music, dance and culture of Hungary, will perform for one show only, Wednesday, October 13, at 9:00 pm at Vallarta’s beautiful new performing-arts venue, Teatro Vallarta.
México Limpio y Querido to Clean Up Vallarta's Image
 Daniel Gomez
The México Limpio y Querido group is organizing the first of what will be an ongoing series of bilingual round-table forums and events to promote environmental protection in the Bahía de Banderas area. The first forum will be hosted by Puerto Vallarta Holiday Inn on October 12th.
El Centro Histórico: Home of the artWalk
 Carolina Orozco
One of the most important and popular cultural events in Puerto Vallarta, the annual Art Walk, begins its 2010-2011 season on October 27, 2010 and ends on May 25, 2011 with 14 participating galleries offering exhibition/cocktails every Wednesday from 6 until 10 pm.
Retiring in Puerto Vallarta – Great Homes and Affordable Medicare
 Tom Budniak
Everybody wants to live a peaceful retired life in some tropical paradise, but for many it all seems out of reach after the recession. But they are wrong! The answer is right in front of their face. Mexico!
Vallarta in Need of Re-Engineering
 Eduardo García Gómez
The hot topic for most of the people who participated in a recent presentation of the Tourism Law Project for Jalisco and its cities was that Puerto Vallarta needs to improve its tourism image, focusing on adequate advertising, promotion, and more profitable markets.
PEACE Classic Vallarta Home Tours
 Astrid van Dam
Join PEACE as they expand south from Nayarit and launch their exciting new Classic Vallarta Home Tour this fall. Tours depart every Tuesday at 10 am, November 23rd through April 5th from Plaza Romy located at Ignacio L. Vallarta #228 in the Romantic Zone.
Classic Movie Mondays at Los Mangos
 Pamela Thompson
Looking for some cool entertainment this fall? Drop by Biblioteca Los Mangos on Monday evenings at 5 pm to enjoy a classic movie in the air-conditioned comfort of the Puerto Vallarta Public Library. Admission is just $15 pesos, with popcorn and soft drinks available for purchase.
Riviera Maya Gears Up for Second Annual Culinary Event
 TasteOfPlaya.com
Taste of Playa, the Riviera Maya’s international culinary event, has once again attracted the attention of the region’s many talented chefs and restaurateurs. Scheduled for November 21 in Playa del Carmen’s Parque Fundadores, the event will feature over 40 restaurants and beverage providers.
Expats in Vallarta Continues to Grow
 Sara Wise
The local group of Expats in Vallarta continues to grow dramatically. The first Happy Hour for this season will be Tuesday, October 12th at 5 pm at Langostinos on Los Muertos Beach. In addition, they also have several Wine and Appetizer Evenings scheduled at various ExPats homes in the Bay area.
Beatlemania Sweeping Banderas Bay!
 Patrick Harrison
Experience the Fab Four right here in Puerto Vallarta, well, as close as you can get with this Broadway and London Production! This celebration of the Beatles will perform for one show only, Thursday, October 7, at 9:00 pm at Vallarta’s beautiful new performing-arts venue, Teatro Vallarta.
Botanical Gardens Rated #3 Puerto Vallarta Attraction
 Douglas Lenox
The US News & World Report online travel guide recently listed Vallarta Botanical Gardens as the 3rd 'Best Attraction' in Puerto Vallarta, which was listed as the number one destination in 'Best Mexican Vacations: 2010,' surpassing other popular destinations such as Mexico City and Cancun.
La Cuiza is Calling All Artists
 Mercedes Sanchez
From October 23-December 3, 2010, La Cuiza Gallery & Bar on the Isla Rio Cuale will be hosting an art show and judged competition for all artists living in the state of Jalisco. Each artist may submit up to 3 original paintings. No photography, watercolors, reproductions or handicrafts will be accepted.
 Realtor 365 with Nicole Martin
 Truth, Wisdom and Humor from Vallarta Realtors
In Realtor 365, a new monthly video program on BanderasNews, Nicole Martin gives us an 'inside the industry' introduction to top Vallarta real estate professionals, who state their opinions on the market, promote their favorite local charities and confess how they first landed on our shores.
Rewind... Mexico: One Journalist’s View
 Linda Ellerbee
As a respected U.S. journalist and part-time Puerto Vallarta resident, Linda gave us an extremely well written and truthful account of life in Mexico, with a message that applies to the struggles that Mexico faces today - just as it did more than 18 months ago.
 ¡Sí, Hablo Español!
 Polly G. Vicars
Almost any gringo you meet in Puerto Vallarta who speaks good Spanish is, or has been, a student of Maestro Melchor. Almost every day, I say a silent, 'Thank you Maestro Melchor' for having the ability and the patience to stick with me until I can say, '¡Si Hablo Español!'
From The Now to The Future, Enter a New Season
 Pam Thompson
Though we're still in September, today is the official 'First Day of Fall.' October always seems to bring a special energy that you can feel in the air as folks return to Puerto Vallarta for the winter months, bringing with them the hope and anticipation of a good high season. We are ready!
Local Artisan Co-Op Goes Global
Becci Burchett
Local non-profit, PEACE has recently introduced PEACE Boutique, an online web store featuring a selection of hand-made items made by Manos Unidas por la Mujer, a group of women from the Bay of Banderas that create hand-made artwork made from low cost, recycled materials.
Mexico Welcomes Visitors with Open Arms
 M. Pettigrew
There is an advertising campaign that says that you not only visit Mexico but 'you are part of it.' It is true. I have experienced the incredible kindness, generosity and warmth of the Mexican people. I have attended many Mexican weddings and fiestas, and was treated like part of the family.
Not Your Typical Wine & Chocolate Tasting
 Patrick Harrison
On Friday, October 8th at 7 pm, local artisan chocolatera Xocodiva, are pairing their delectable chocolates with the fine wines of La Bodega de Nina, all matched with and to be served in various suites and public spaces of Quinta Maria Cortez and Casa Tres Vidas.
2011 Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders Calendar Unveiled
 RivieraNayarit.com
On Sunday, September 19th Nayarit Governor Ney González Sánchez will be among the 130,000 fans in the stands at Dallas Cowboys Stadium to witness the unveiling of the 2011 Dallas Cheerleaders Calendar, which was photographed in Riviera Nayarit last Spring.
The Popular Charity BINGO Returns in Support of Pasitos de Luz
 Patrick Harrison
Come and have some fun this high-season while supporting a local worthy cause as the popular Charity Bingo returns! Beginning on October 5th, Nacho Daddy, in partnership with La Bodega de Nina and PVRPV, will be sponsoring Charity Bingo for Pasitos de Luz every other Tuesday at 6 pm.
Top 10 Activities for Kids in Vallarta
 Nicole Martin
So here you are in sunny Puerto Vallarta and all you want is to have a book in one hand and a Margarita in the other, but oops, the children are with you. There are many activities available to tire the rascals out, so that you can get some well deserved 'alone time' on your vacation.
Heading South for the Winter or a Lifetime – Making the Move to Mexico
 Susie Albin-Najera
Given that over the past 35 years author David Simmonds has lived in and traveled throughout Mexico - from the smallest, remote villages to the popular tourist meccas - it is safe to say that he understands Mexico inside & out, not just from what he's read in books, but because he has lived it.
FedEx Express, Overseas Vote Foundation Renew Express Your Vote Overseas Ballot Return Initiative
 OverSeasVoteFoundation.org
FedEx Express and the Overseas Vote Foundation are bringing back the Express Your Vote Initiative for the 2010 Congressional Midterm Election. This alliance eases the voting process for millions of Americans living abroad and assures that their votes will count in 2010.
Brunch and Fashion Show at La Hacienda
 Laurie Pedelaborde
On Wednesday, September 22nd at 1 pm, Oooh La La Boutique and Colección La Bohemia will present a brunch and fashion show at La Hacienda Restaurant, Lázaro Cárdenas #388, on the south side of Puerto Vallarta. Tickets cost just $150 pesos and includes a wonderful meal, beverage and a raffle.
Sustainable Water Workshops in Yelapa
 Chrissi Brewer
El Jardin in Yelapa, Mexico is presenting sustainable water workshops from October 21-26, 2010. You'll learn how to design and installation of stepped pools and pond and how to utilize gray water from sinks, showers and laundry as a way to reuse water in sustainable backyard ecosystems.
Puerto Vallarta Garden Club Meets Sept 23
 Gary R. Beck
The Puerto Vallarta Garden Club, a new club for plant lovers, beauty lovers, civic lovers and Vallarta lovers, will hold its third meeting at Garbo’s, Pulpito #142, on Thursday, September 23, 2010 at 10 am. Join in, get involved in beautification on the local level.
Human Effect on Barking
 Ron Biggs
What is it about barking dogs that provokes malignant and murderous thoughts toward an entire species? Barking seems to penetrate my rational shield in piercing pulses of petulance, weakening the shield’s primary purpose to both contain and guard against undisciplined emotional arousals.
Shopping in a Mexican Street Market
 Kathleen Dobek
Mexico's street markets offer a wide variety of kitchen implements and utensils that will add authenticity to your Mexican cooking. During a stroll through the street market in La Cruz, we found enough kitchen wares to stock a cocina mexicana, all reasonable priced, colorful and useful.
Vote From Abroad in the Upcoming Midterm Elections
 PVNN
New federal legislation requires that US citizens living abroad must re-register to vote in the November 2010 midterm elections. Volunteers from the Get Out The Vote project will be available on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 2-4 pm at Mail Boxes, Etc. near Plaza Caracol in Puerto Vallarta.
Somewhere Over the Rainbow
 Nicole Martin
I am fascinated by media coverage with headlines like 'Mexico under Siege.' Why is the coverage of crime in Mexico so overblown and generalized, with no distinctions between the country's troubled areas and places like Puerto Vallarta, which has a lower crime rate than most American cities?
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