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Vallarta Orchid Society Lecture Series - Identifying Local Orchids
 T.J. Hartung
Scheduled to take place at the Botanical Gardens on July 28th, the next talk in the Vallarta Orchid Society's continuing series of lectures will focus on the orchids found in the Puerto Vallarta area, and how to use a computer to identify them.
OPTINAM 2007 Ends with "Trophy of Friendship"
 Kathy Taylor
Congratulations, appreciation and awards were the order of the day at the Optinam 2007 Closing Ceremony on July 14th when 184 sailors, coaches, official, organizers, parents and volunteers celebrated in the Paradise Village Resort Convention Centre.
Mexico Meets Tex-Mex at Galeria Octavio
 PVNN
On July 28th, renowned local sculptor Octavio Gonzalez welcomes abstract Mexican painter Jose Alvarez C. and Tex-Mex rocker Joe King Carrasco to his alternative art gallery in downtown Puerto Vallarta, Galeria Octavio.
Yelapa Author Robert Hardin Releases New Novel
 PVNN
Yelapa author, Robert Hardin, recently released "Paradise Marred," a fast-paced thriller inspired by today's headlines. When asked why he chose to include current politics in his latest plot he replied, "I don't think I could've avoided the issue."
Preparing for the Worst - Hoping for the Best
 Jim Morrison
Hurricane season usually passes Vallarta without incident, however, hurricanes can, and have, reached the Banderas Bay area. Being prepared for them may just allow you to relax and enjoy your time in Paradise a little bit more.
Summer in Yelapa - Living Slow and Easy
 Kathryn & Robert Hardin
Summer is our favorite season in Yelapa. So what if it's hot and humid - it's summertime - and the living is slow and easy. For visitors, fewer tourists and reasonably priced accommodations make Yelapa a great place for summer vacation.
Red Cross Helps the Kids at Casa Hogar
 Ariel Duenas
On Friday, June 29th, Chief Ing. Uriel Almaraz Castro of Cruz Roja Puerto Vallarta, together with volunteers Robin S. and Daniel A. of Global Volunteer Projects, made a special delivery at the Casa Hogar Maximo Cornejo orphanage, bringing a large supply of food for the kids.
The Lure of Living South of the Border
 Elaine S. Povich & Leah Dobkin
Tropical weather, bargain prices and a slower pace of life attract retirees to Latin America. Bit the law of supply and demand is alive and well in Latin America. As increasing numbers of Americans move south, housing prices are rising.
Boomers in Mexico
 Business Wire
In the last decade, an estimated half million American Baby Boomers have moved permanently to México, making the United States' southern neighbor the country with the most U.S. expatriates in the world.
Discover Puerto Vallarta's South Side
 Adriana Romero
Enjoy music and dance performances, painting, sculpture and photo exhibits and much, much more at the first Zona Sur Weekend of Art, Culture and Diversion at various locations on Puerto Vallarta's traditional South Side from June 28th-July 1st.
Bilingual Celebration at Academia Bilingue
 Harold Sokolove
The boys and girls who completed the latest session at the Academia Bilingue in Bucerias showed off their newly acquired English language skills at an end-of-session party on June 16th.
Len Lets Loose on Lazy Lizard
 JOY!
Don't miss Charity Bingo Night every Thursday night between 7 pm and 9 pm at the Lazy Lizard. This week, we raised $6180 pesos for the children at R.I.S.E. - thanks to Len and his amazing Blu crew going all out to help make it happen.
Environmental Day at Mayto Sea Turtle Camp
 Ariel Duenas
On June 5th, 2007 some of the highest environmental authorities in Mexico gathered at the Mayto Sea Turtle Camp to celebrate International Environmental Day through speeches, planting trees and touring the facility's turtle camp and greenhouse.
New Effort in Mexico is Targeting Cop Bribery
 Anna Cearley
The police bribe – known as the mordida, or bite – remains a troubling problem throughout Mexico. It is difficult to address or document because few people pursue complaints against officers. Nonetheless, new efforts are under way to protect tourists.
Propriety vs Progress in Puerto Vallarta
 David Lord
Corporations exist to make money, that is understood, but the people that run those Corporate bodies should not violate common sense that puts everyone else on Amapas Mountain in jeopardy and risks possible flooding below in Old Town Vallarta.
Mexico Tourism, Travel and Real Estate Expo
 PVNN
Learn more about Mexico's sunny beaches, colonial cities and archaeological ruins, it's unique cuisine and culture, fabulous sportfishing, world championship golf and nature tours at the Mexico Expo in San Francisco on July 14th, 2007.
Los Bambinos Morph Into Metamorsa
 Polly G. Vicars
With a name change, a new CD and an upcoming music video, Los Bambinos, who won the Virtual Vallarta Reader's Choice Award for "Best Musical Group" in 2006, are morphing into "Metamorsa" - and stepping into the big time.
R.I.S.E. Kids Sing for their Supper
 JOY!
This week the children at the Refugio Infantil Santa Esperanza, (R.I.S.E.) aren't focused on how tough their lives have been, they are too busy preparing for the concert they will be performing at Lazy Lizard Bingo Night this Thursday.
One Enchanted Evening in Puerto Vallarta
 Gary R. Beck
A fine meal, great entertainment and a lot of chattering and laughing made the Full Moon Feast, hosted by PV Botanical Gardens owner Bob Price on June 1st, one of those enchanted evenings that will not soon, if ever, be forgotten.
SATIRE: An Open Letter to Mexico's President, Felipe Calderon
 John W. Lillpop
As you are no doubt aware, America the Great is quickly becoming America the Gray. The so-called "boomer" generation, comprised of approximately 40 million Americans, will soon reach retirement age.
Brushing With Death Guanajuato Style
 Doug Bower
The police here in Guanajuato are simply amazing. I love them. This is not just because their prompt appearance saved our lives, but that they do the "Don't-Mess-With-Me" brand of policing that we used to see in America when we were growing up in the 50's and 60's.
Huilo - Changing the Dream
 Joy!
In honor of World Environment Week, Teatro Jaguar Luna will be presenting 'DreamCasting the Art of Transforming Consciousness,' an art/puppet show filled with hope and symbolism this Saturday, June 9th at the Los Arcos Theater on the Malecon.
Local Kids Love PV Pirates
 PVNN
Puerto Vallarta Pirates Motorcycle Club members have always been very supportive of local charities, especially when children are involved. So, this spring, this group of Banderas Bay bikers who share a common love for choppers and children started hosting Motorcycle Runs to raise money for area schools and charitable causes.
The Unwise Contemplation of Murder Most Fowl
 Joy!
The haggard desperation in Ricky's face told me he truly was at the end of his tether. "I can't stand it any more" he told me "I have to kill them; they have left me no other choice, you understand don't you?"
Mariachi Madness - Vallarta's 89th Anniversary Party
 PVNN
Mariachi refers to musicians who dress and play in a style typical of the Mexican state of Jalisco - so what better way to celebrate the 89th anniversary of Puerto Vallarta than with Mariachi Music on the Malecón?
Grand Dames in Vallarta
 Joy!
Locals and visitors enjoyed one Grand Dame extreme to another in Puerto Vallarta last Sunday. The first has 250 devoted men serving her exclusively, the second no less impressive but considerably livelier: Las Chicas de Ayer, Hoy y Siempre
Miss Puerto Vallarta 2007 Pageant
 PVNN
On the evening of May 16th, eleven participants in the Miss Puerto Vallarta 2007 beauty pageant were introduced to the media. The winning contestant will represent Puerto Vallarta at national and international events for one year.
Helping The Tortoise Win The Race
 Christine Delsol
Turtle-loving travelers heading to Puerto Vallarta in the coming months can join the region's Sea Turtle Release Program to help thousands of hatching baby sea turtles survive long enough to reach the sea.
Finding Inner Peace in Puerto Vallarta
 Joy!
The Vallartan Inkarri Multicultural Association is sponsoring a group of Tibetan monks who are currently in Puerto Vallarta promoting inner peace, while raising money to rebuild monasteries destroyed by the Chinese and to help support the monks.
News and Views from the Disaster Zone
 David Lord
Many property owners are now under assault from developers as they blindly overbuild and overextend the capacity of the City utilities. This results in the undermining of both the natural beauty and the livability of Puerto Vallarta.
If Walls Could Talk - Child Proofing Your Vacation Home
 Jim Morrison
Kids coming down for the holidays this year? Here are some easy ways you can help to ensure they stay safe! (But as the father of 2 very active sons, experience has taught me there is no substitute for constant, careful parental supervision...)
Vallarta Orchid Society Lecture Series - Vanilla
 T.J. Hartung
The Vallarta Orchid Society's next lecture on Orchids will focus on Mexico's gift to the world - the vanilla orchid, and vanilla itself. This talk will take place on Saturday, May 26th, starting at 1 pm, at the Vallarta Botanical Gardens.
Get Your Love Life Under Control
 PVNN
Gain the confidence to approach women, flirt, test for interest, and close the deal at "Mexico Madness: Dating Essentials for Men." Scheduled to take place in Puerto Vallarta May 25th-27th this workshop teaches men of all ages "How to Get The Girl."
Grupo Sur - Working Together for Puerto Vallarta
 Adriana Romero
A group of South Side Vallarta business owners and managers are working together with municipal authorities to promote and protect the southern areas of Puerto Vallarta - from Basilio Badillo to Las Juntas de los Veranos.
How Do You Define "Latino"
 dailynews.com
Q: I wonder if you can help me understand something. How do you define "Latino"? I am confused. Can you provide any insight as to just who is a Latino and who isn't?
Eco-Wars in Puerto Vallarta
 David Lord
BOMBS AWAY! They have blown apart the jungle and homes on Amapas mountain! As I focus in with my telephoto lens from above, just out my back door, looking down on the fallen condos, I wonder, are we next?
FM2 Procedures to be Streamlined
 El Universal
Immigration Commissioner Cecilia Romero on Thursday said the government is streamlining procedures to help foreigners regularize their immigration status.
Big Smiles for a Small Town
 Peter Gray
Guamichil is a pretty quiet town early on a Monday morning. But on May 7th, 2007, the quiet was interrupted by a procession of cars pulling up alongside a brand new, gaily painted children's play area. Toys for Tots had arrived in town!
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