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Peter Gray Art Museum Seasonal Opening
 Buri Gray
Please save the date of Thursday, November 18 for attending the exciting opening event of the new season for the Peter Gray Art Museum. We'll be hosting an exhibition of the works of 5 International artists from Guadalajara, plus new paintings by Puerto Vallarta's own Meg Munro.
HealthCare Resources Puerto Vallarta November 2010 Newsletter
 Pamela Thompson
We welcome back our "snowbirds"! The rains are gone, the weather’s gorgeous and we are anticipating an outstanding high season. It was a bit difficult to actually make a schedule of clinics due to the multitude of activities going on throughout the Bay of Banderas in November, but we managed!
 Learn Vallarta Malecón Sculpture Walks Continue
 Sandra Cesca
The free and informative Malecón Sculpture Walks offered by Learn Vallarta will continue through the winter from 5:30-7 pm on Tuesday evenings. The walks begin at The Millennia sculpture at the north end of the Malecón, and end at the sculpture of Saint Pascual Bailon on the Malecón extension.
Eve Magazine Presents Riviera Nayarit
 RivieraNayarit.com
Because of the passionate and stylish elements of the Riviera Nayarit region, Eve Magazine, which focuses on style and passion for professional women with high purchasing power, recently conducted a photo shoot in Riviera Nayarit for an upcoming edition.
Day of the Dead Celebrations in Vallarta
 PVNN
In Mexico, Día de Los Muertos festivities begin on the night of October 31 and continue through All Saints Day and All Souls Day, celebrated November 1st and 2nd respectively. These are the days when art, religion, life, death, sadness and humor all come together on the streets of Puerto Vallarta.
Mexican Legal Questions & Answers
 Miguel Angel
Do you have questions about legal matters in Mexico? Ask Miguel Angel, an expert in immigration issues for foreigners. As a former Base Commander for the Nayarit State Tourist Police, Miguel is well known for helping tourists and residents in the Banderas Bay area.
PEACE and Destination:PEACE Announce New Partnership with Investours
 Anna Ruman
A new nonprofit has hit Banderas Bay! The local nonprofit PEACE and Destination:PEACE Volunteer Vacations have announced a partnership with the innovative nonprofit Investours, in an effort to improve the economic condition of hardworking, low-income Mexican families through micro-finance.
An Intimate Vallarta Wedding - Behind the Scenes
 Rev. Lynn Rogers
While many people who choose a destination wedding in Puerto Vallarta work with a wedding planner, Alicia and David's plans for an intimate ceremony included a 'party of two' and a modest budget that didn't fit into the usual model.
Twiesta Gala Fiesta Party
 Gary R. Beck
On Saturday, October 23, 2010, the Tweet to be Heard conference ended with a festive happy hour at the open-air bar, followed by a candlelit four course dinner on the beach at Hotel Villa Veradero all-inclusive resort in Nuevo Vallarta, Nayarit.
Lucille Shipley's Artist Workshops Commence Nov. 1st
 Edwige Pelletier
Lucille Shipley is pleased to announce that her Artist Workshops will commence November 1st. These centrally located workshops in Puerto Vallarta are held every Monday and Wednesday from 11 am-3 pm. You can participate Monday and/or Wednesday and you can become a part of this group at any time.
 Do Mexicans Celebrate Halloween?
 Allan Wall
Do Mexicans celebrate Halloween? Should they? Does Halloween have anything to do with the November 2nd celebration known as 'Day of the Dead'? At this time of year these issues are discussed, raising questions and controversies over Mexican identity, heritage, religion and commerce.
Vocal Impressionist, Singer and Comedian Mark Alan Smith in Vallarta For Thanksgiving Week
 Tracy Parks
Mingo Mexico Productions announces the Puerto Vallarta debut of vocal impressionist, singer and comedian Mark Alan Smith, performing live at Paco’s Ranch, in a three-night engagement during the US Thanksgiving week: November 24, 25 and 26, 2010 at 8 pm each night.
Vallarta Botanical Gardens 2nd Annual Psychic Fair and Harvest Pig Roast
 Douglas Lenox
The Vallarta Botanical Gardens is hosting the 2nd Annual Psychic Fair and Harvest Pig Roast on October 30 and 31, starting at 11 am. This popular event features the VBG's famous roasted pig and all the fixin's for $170 pesos, along with Astrologers, Card Readers, Psychics and lots of fun!
Mexico the "Other" North America?
 Les Shulman
I believe that a disservice is being committed if, externally, Mexico is perceived as being anything other than a full-fledged member of North America rather than being assigned as an afterthought to some “other” North American classification; of course, depending on the context, Mexico can be described as also being Middle American or Latin American.
Medical Tourism in Mexico - Part 3: The Medicare Debate
 Laura Gelezunas
At the Global Medical Tourism Conference & Expo, which took place in Puerto Vallarta from August 24-26, 2010, Medicare in Mexico founder Paul Crist talked about the two years he has spent working to get legislation passed so Americans can use their Medicare benefits in Mexico.
The Cervantino International Festival Reaches Riviera Nayarit
 RivieraNayarit.com
Coto y su Eco del Caribe will play at Marina Riviera Nayarit at La Cruz de Huanacaxtle on October 22nd at 8 pm as an extension of the 52 week Amado Nervo Cultural Festival, organized by the Government of Nayarit to celebrate the Bicentennial of Mexico's Independence.
Eventful Moments Vallarta Opens Office in Dallas, Texas
 Stephen Davis
Eventful Moments Vallarta announced today it has opened an office in Dallas, Texas to allow increased accessibility for its destination wedding and event planning services in the Puerto Vallarta region, and throughout select locations in Mexico.
PEACE Unites With Pie in the Sky for 3rd Annual Halloween Cupcake Decorating Event
 Becci Burchett
Banderas Bay area children are getting ready for some finger-licking fun as bakery favorite, Pie in the Sky, prepares to host children from local nonprofit PEACE’s alternative school, in a private cupcake decorating session on Friday, October 29th.
Win a $1000 Peso Shopping Spree and More!
 Patrick Harrison
Do you like puzzles? Do you like to shop? Solve this part word finder/part crossword puzzle for your chance to win a $1000 peso shopping spree and a special personalized tour in Puerto Vallarta. This teaser is part of the campaign to launch something Banderas Bay has been waiting for...
Where's My Ballot? There's Still Time for Overseas Voters in 2010
 Clair Whitmer
You requested your ballot but didn't receive it yet? Or maybe you just procrastinated? Fortunately, even this late in the election cycle, it's not too late to get your ballot and return it on time if you're a U.S. citizen living overseas.
Mexican Legal Questions & Answers
Miguel Angel
Do you have questions about legal matters in Mexico? Ask Miguel Angel, an expert in immigration issues for foreigners. As a former Base Commander for the Nayarit State Tourist Police, Miguel is well known for helping tourists and residents in the Banderas Bay area.
Watch the Midterm Elections in Vallarta
 David Kamp & Judy Snow
On Tuesday, November 2, the Costa Banderas Chapter of Democrats Abroad Mexico will gather at Que? Pasa at 8 pm to watch the results of the U.S. Midterm Elections. Join us as we support each other during this critical time.
Toys for Tots Golf Tournament & Gala Dinner
 VallartaNavyLeague.org
Tickets are now available for the Puerto Vallarta Navy League's Annual Golf Tournament and Gala Dinner for the benefit of Toys for Tots Vallarta. This year's dates are December 11 for the golf tournament and December 19 for the dinner. Buy your tickets today!
Professional Baseball Comes to Vallarta
 Nazario Escalera
Playing as the 'Dolphins of Puerto Vallarta,' the Saltillo Saraperos baseball team will represent our city in a game on Wednesday, October 20th. The people of Puerto Vallarta are known for their love of baseball, so the game is expected to be a sell-out.
Medical Tourism in Mexico - Part 2: Medicare in Mexico
 Laura Gelezunas
At the Global Medical Tourism Conference & Expo, which took place in Puerto Vallarta from August 24-26, 2010, local videographer Laura Gelezunas talked with Dr. David Warner of the University of Texas about the possibility of Medicare coverage for retirees living in Mexico.
Overseas Vote Foundation Launches Cocktail Party Civics
 OverseasVoteFoundation.org
Overseas Vote Foundation has introduced a new global US citizen outreach program to encourage and facilitate constructive discussion of civics, current events and the role of the US government. The new program, Cocktail Party Civics, provides a forum for discusssing 'Politics Without the Rant.'
Wine and Chocolate Tastefully Presented
 Gary R. Beck
On October 8th, a group of 35 Vallartenses gathered at Villas in Vallarta's adjoining properties, Quinta Maria Cortez and Casa Tres Vidas for a wine and chocolate tasting presented by Xocodiva artisan chocolates, La Bodega de Nina fine wines and Patrick Harrison of P. Gringo Marketing & PR.
The Coolness Factor
 Ron Biggs
'Cool' is a word we use to color a referent as having characteristics that we or other people deem inherently excellent, admirable, etc. ('etc.' being a truncation of nodes that fall within the same subset of assets.) But context provides another angle instructive in understanding cool.
Vallarta Comes to Life: Puerto Vallarta CVB Launches New Website
 PVNN
The Puerto Vallarta CVB is betting on the Internet for 2011. Yesterday, the city's Convention and Visitors Bureau launched its newly redesigned website, rich with tourist information, descriptive articles, photographs and videos that bring Vallarta to life.
Daiquiri Dick's Ready For The High Season
 Laura Gelezunas
After a brief vacation, the staff at Daiquiri Dick's is open and ready for another great season. This Puerto Vallarta Restaurant has been a landmark on Los Muertos Beach for over 30 years, and this season they are presenting new menu items at breakfast, lunch and dinner, plus daily specials.
Final 2 Eurofest Shows at Teatro Vallarta
 Patrick Harrison
Don't miss the final two shows of Teatro Vallarta's Eurofest Celebration. Upcoming one-night-only performances include the Bolshoi Ballet from Belarus on October 17th, and a night of European Cabaret with orchestra, dancers and soloists from Slovakia, Austria and Hungary on October 20th.
Social Media Marketing Draws Many with Only Standing Room Remaining
 VallartaEscapes.com
William Michael of Vallarta Escapes and Victor Garcia's free Social Marketing presentation on September 23rd drew an audience of realtors, students and business owners, filling the Nuevo Vallarta Universidad Technologica de Bahia de Banderas auditorium to capacity.
Get Back! had Audience Members on Their Feet at Teatro Vallarta
 Roberta Rand
'It was pure karaoke,' as Simon Cowell might be wont to comment, but the audience for Thursday night's Get Back! Beatles Tribute at Teatro Vallarta didn't seem to mind. From the opening chords of 'I Want to Hold Your Hand,' they sang along en-masse, matching the lyrics word-for-word.
Charity Bingo Starts Off With a Bang!
 PVRPV.com
What a tremendous opening night for Charity Bingo! On October 5th, over 100 residents and tourists came out to Nacho Daddy to support the Pasitos de Luz non-profit organization and enjoy themselves, while raising over $13,000 pesos for this very worthy cause.
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