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Jaltemba Bay Life
Newsletter
Publisher The Jaltemba Bay Life Newsletter is published by: JaltembaBayLife.com Frequency Emailed every Monday (bi-weekly from May through mid-September) Newsletter Submissions If you have news, information stories, photos, comments or suggestions, email us at Allyson@JaltembaBayLife.com Back Issues To view back issues of our newsletter, click here Featured Articles To access and read all past featured articles included in our newsletter, click here
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 Jaltemba Bay Folk Forum
To ask questions or share information about the area, visit the Jaltemba Bay Folk Forum |
Jaltemba Bay
Community Calendar
To see what's going on in our area, view the Community Calendar -- and while you're there, add your event, it's free!
Special Events
Here is a list of upcoming fundraising, charity and special events for this season, as well as information on how you can help (also see Community Groups & Organizations below): Fundraising, Charity & Special Events for 2011-12
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Jaltemba Bay Hotels
& Vacation Rentals
No matter whether you're looking for an upscale resort, all-inclusive hotel, beachfront vacation rental home, quaint Bed & Breakfast or RV park for your rig -- at Jaltemba Bay Life, there's something for everyone and every budget:
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Community Groups
& Organizations
The Jaltemba Bay area has several wonderful community organizations and charitable causes. To learn more, click on the links below:
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welcome / bienvenidos
Welcome to all 992 subscribers of the Jaltemba Bay Life Newsletter, and many more who view it on Jaltemba Bay Life and the Jaltemba Bay Folk Forum.
Christmas is less than two weeks away. To make your shopping and gift-giving a little easier, we have put together our 1st Annual Holiday Giving Guide. You can check it out (while you check gifts off your list) below.
The Santa Ana winds came and went during the last week of November. Everyone I spoke with said the timing seemed later than normal, but since we don't have any way to track it (until now), I can't tell you when they usually occur. I finally got a chance to update this weather data, and I think you'll find it quite interesting. You'll find a link to this information below.
To find out what is happening this week, read through the information below and take a peek at our online Community Calendar.
And be sure to watch for the next issue of the Jaltemba Bay Life Newsletter, which will arrive in your InBox on December 19th just in time for your morning coffee.
Saludos!
Editor, Jaltemba Bay Life Newsletter
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Beautiful Bahia de Los Ayala
by Christina Stobbs
This crazy beautiful photo of the Bahia de Los Ayala now graces the Los Ayala town page on Jaltemba Bay Life. We want to thank Christina Stobbs, writer, photographer and full-time resident of Los Ayala, for allowing us to use this photo. To view more of Christina's work, click here. |
Jaltemba Bay Life's 1st Annual 
Holiday Giving Guide
by Allyson Williams
Christmas is nearly upon us and we know how hard it is to find that "perfect" gift. We have searched around town to find a few  unique and thoughtful gift ideas to give to your friends, family and neighbors -- and the best part is that all these holiday gifts "give back" to our community. Click here to view our Holiday Giving Guide > |
November Weather Update...
Better Late Than Never
The Santa Ana winds blew through the bay during the last part of November signaling the end of rainy season and bringing with it cooler temps and lower humidity. We have documented this archived data on the updated Jaltemba Bay Weather Page.
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Quick Links to Recent Articles
Due to the growing number of stories in our newsletter, we no longer have space to include quick links to recently published articles. However, you can find all of our past articles here on the "Archived Articles & Photos" page. You can read these articles anytime by clicking on the Newsletter tab on Jaltemba Bay Life.
And if you don't read the Jaltemba Bay Folk Forum every day (or at least every other day), you should. Here are just a few things you may have missed:
Tonita III: Holiday Special Events
Vista Guayabitos: New Hours
Beso del Sol Steakhouse: BBQ Rib Night
Las Brisas: Surf & Turf Special
Fitness Pad: Winter Promotion and New Kick Boxing Class
Total Lunar Eclipse
New Emmissions Permits Required for Permanently Imported Vehicles
List of Gluten-Free Products in PV
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Featured Events + Event News
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6th Annual Festival Sinergiarte 2011
by San Pancho Colectivo
The San Pancho Colectivo (CSP) is an independent organization that produces and promotes artistic projects, both individually and collectively, in and around the town of San Pancho. The festival Sinergiarte was born in 2006 when some of the artists came together to share their work, as well as to promote and disseminate art, culture and traditions among the people of the community and its visitors. Read entire article > |
Letter from Teriyaki Time
by Mike Kurtz
In appreciation to all who have eaten breakfast, lunch or dinner at Teriyaki Time, THANK YOU! The community has been very, very supportive of our efforts and our appreciation is heart felt. I cannot speak for other business owners in the area, but I am quite sure that many of them are experiencing the same challenges as we at Teriyaki Time are experiencing. Our costs of doing business have risen dramatically. Read entire article > |
Community Corner:
Updates on groups, organizations and other good works
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Los Amigos Open House
by Dave Easby
Los Amigos de Jaltemba is pleased to welcome the members of the Jaltemba Bay community to an Open House to learn all about Los Amigos. Come meet the Chairs of our Committees and learn about their plans for the upcoming season. This is your chance to become involved in helping to better the community that we have all grown to love.
The event will be on Tuesday, December 13 at Restaurante La Palapa de Guty, Circuito Libertad #4, commencing at 7pm.
For more information, visit the Los Amigos de Jaltemba community webpage. |
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3rd Annual Jaltemba Bay Rotary Club Dinner Dance
by Susana Connors
Look for a Rotarian and you will find tickets to the third annual La Penita Rotary Club dinner dance. It will be held at Tonita III on Saturday, January 21st from 6:00 to 11:00 pm. There will be music, both in a floor show and gala dancing. There will be the famous silent auction and prizes of all kinds. There will be Rotary fellowship all around. Read entire article >
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Rotary Dinner Dance: Silent Auction Preview
by Marilyn Miller
Be sure to save the date January 21 for Rotary's Dinner Dance & Auction! The list of auction items donated by local area businesses and Rotary supporters is growing. Here is a sample of the Silent Auction items... Read entire article >
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Rotary: Costs and Benefits of
a La Penita Kinder
by Susana Connors
The Jaltemba Bay La Peņita Rotary Club has built three kindergarten schools and has partnered in a fourth. The total cost, per school, is approximately $20,000 USD (including the bathroom, plumbing, storage and septic system running $5,000USD). Sometimes all that is needed is a bathroom or a fence. Read entire article >
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La Casa de los Niņos Wish List
by Dave Martinez If you or your friends are visiting Lo de Marcos, we would greatly appreciate if you could bring some of these items with you... glue guns, glue sticks, scissors, white glue, pens and pencils, color crayons, acrylic paint, art brushes, coloring books, white construction paper, beads for making bracelets, table games, inexpensive toys for Birthday gifts, computer speakers and Scotch (clear) tape. Gracias por su apoyo! For more information or to contact Dave, visit the La Casa de los Ninos community webpage. |
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Casino Night Follow-Up
by Kathy Olivas
Thanks to all the generous support of attendees, vendors, service providers and volunteers, the "Vida Reavivida" Women's Center will receive nearly $52,000 pesos for their construction fund. Walls are already going up at the location and with this funding and more to come from several other scheduled events in Puerto Vallarta over the next few months, hopes are that it will soon be completed. Read entire article >
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JBAR: Animals for Adoption
Rescued and adopted animals make the best pets! There are always dogs and cats available for adoption in the Jaltemba Bay area that are looking for good loving homes. You can view the new JBAR Adoptee Photo Album here.
For more information, visit the Jaltemba Bay Animal Rescue (JBAR) community webpage.
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Events are a wonderful way to immerse yourself in, and learn about, the Mexican culture. Here is a list of upcoming holidays, festivals, events, and activities worth planning around. Also check out our Community Calendar for a complete list of what's going on in the Jaltemba Bay area. If you have information about an event, please email us so we can include it in our next issue. And don't forget to add your event... it's FREE!
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This Week
Monday, December 12
Dia de la Virgen de Guadalupe*
(Day of the Virgin of Guadalupe) This important religious holiday marks the day the Virgin Guadalupe, Mexico's Patron Saint, made her miraculous appearance to a peasant in Mexico. It is celebrated with special masses and processions.
Tuesday, December 13
Los Amigos Open House
This is your chance to learn about Los Amigos, meet the Chairs of our Committees and learn about their plans for the upcoming season. Everyone is welcome. The event is at Restaurante La Palapa de Guty, Circuito Libertad #4, commencing at 7pm.
Friday, December 16
Posada Navideņa (Christmas Party) for Children
La Penita Plaza
This event is sponsored by Unidos de Bahia de Jaltemba A.C. in hopes of providing a party and gifts for poor and disabled children in La Penita. More Info >
December 16-24
Las Posadas de Navidad
(Pre-Christmas Week & Festivities) The Christmas holiday is one of the biggest fiestas of the year and is celebrated nationwide. During these 9 days, there are parties, processions and nacimientos (nativity scenes). The parties, known as posadas, re-enact Mary and Joseph's search for shelter in Bethlehem. The main Christmas celebration is a traditional family dinner on Christmas Eve, followed by Midnight Mass.
December 17-29
6th Annual Festival Sinergiarte
San Pancho
This annual art festival includes painting, film, photography, dance, theater, circus, music and food. This year's event will run from Saturday, December 17 at 7pm until Thursday, December 29 at 10pm. Admission is free. See above for more information.
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If you have information about an upcoming event or activity, please email it to us at Allyson@JaltembaBayLife.com so we can include it in the next edition of the newsletter. And be sure to add your event to the Community Calendar as well.
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Next Week
Saturday, December 24
Noche Buena (Christmas Eve)
Sunday, December 25
Dia de Navidad (Christmas Day)
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Special Events for 2011-12
Click here (or on the left sidebar) to view a list of upcoming Fundraising, Charity and Special Events, as well as information on how you can participate and/or help.
* Indicates possible non-working holidays.
** Indicates Nationwide holidays -- Schools, banks, post offices, and other public government offices are closed during these Mexican National Holidays. Often times these and other major holidays include the nearest Monday to create a 3-day weekend.
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Ongoing
Mondays:
Tianguis in Guayabitos
The Tianguis (open-air market) in Guayabitos is held every Monday during high season from 8am-1pm in the Guayabitos Plaza (map). While slightly smaller than the Thursday market in La Peņita, the atmosphere is lively and the location is charming.
Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays:
Guayabitos Yoga
Work on strength, flexibility, core power and balance during these outdoor yoga classes. Classes start at 7:30am (9am class will be added in January). More Info >
Tuesdays:
PEACE Home Tours
Explore traditional-style Vallarta casas to graceful haciendas and multi-million dollar ocean-front villas during this 3-hour tour. Tickets are $35 USD and all proceeds support PEACE projects. More Info >
Wednesdays:
Rotary Club Jaltemba Bay
Rotary Club meets every Wednesday morning at 7:30am at Piņa Colada Restaurant in Guayabitos. More Info >
Afternoon Tea at Latitude 21
Enjoy a spot of tea on the upper deck including, scones and cucumber sandwiches. Wednesdays from 1-4:30pm. RSVP to (322) 192-0009. More info >
Manuel & Friends Play at Las Brisas Restaurant
Eat, drink and dance to Manuel & Friends every Wednesday night at 5pm. More Info >
Thursdays: Tianguis in La Peņita The Tianguis (open-air market) is held every Thursday from 8am-1pm or so around the Plaza in La Peņita (map). It is "the" place to shop for silver and handmade jewelry, tablecloths and linens, glassware, Talavera pottery, Huichol Indian artwork and Oaxacan rugs. You will also find fresh fruits and veggies, homemade breads and locally-produced honey and coffee. This is one of the largest and most well-known markets in the area. Karaoke with Carla at Los Compadres
Join Carla in the Bar starting at 5pm. Half price well drinks and beer, and snacks will be available. More info > Fridays: Casa Cooking Classes Each class focuses on a traditional Mexican meal using the freshest local foods with information on ingredients, utensils and techniques. Classes are Fridays at 2pm in Guayabitos. Registration starts now! More Info > Grilled Oyster Bar at Los Compadres All you can eat Grilled Oysters or Peel & Eat Shrimp for only $200 pesos every Friday from 4-9pm. More Info > Saturdays: Jazz at Xaltemba Scott Webb jazzes things up at Xaltemba Restaurant every Saturday night from 7-10pm. More Info > Saturdays-Sundays: Breakfast at Tiffany's Enjoy brunch on the back terrace at El Panorama Hotel in La Peņita every weekend from 8am-noon. 10% of the proceeds go to Jaltemba Bay Animal Rescue (JBAR). Reservations are required. More Info > You can view a full list of events and activities on the Community Calendar. |
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Featured Businesses + Vacation Rentals
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We are proud to promote the following businesses, vacation rentals, and real estate listings on the Jaltemba Bay Life site. Please support these and the other local businesses that make our website possible through their advertising. Thank You!
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FEATURED RENTAL
Los Compadres Resort
La Peņita
Beautiful resort with 7 spacious and private suites and stunning views of the entire Jaltemba Bay. Stay for a week or month. more >
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Glassworks Studio
La Colonia
Stained glass mosaic and fused glass workshops. Plus custom stained glass windows and light fixtures. more >
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Green Parrot S.A.
La Penita
We are not real estate agents. We buy and sell interesting properties for great investments. more >
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Hotel Bahia
La Penita
This 38-room hotel is situated in the heart of La Penita. It is clean, quiet, secure and ideal for budget-conscious travelers. more >
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Taxistas Unidos
La Penita & Guayabitos
Taxistas Unidos serves six towns, and each member is licensed, insured and certified.
La Penita >
Guayabitos & Los Ayala >
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Listing your Real Estate By-Owner on our site is easy, affordable and it runs until you sell. Click here to find out how.
You can view more Home and Condo Listings here.
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FEATURED REAL ESTATE
Casa Tequila
Guayabitos, Residential
$1,350,000 USD
Spectacular beachfront home with oceanfront pool, five bedrooms and immaculately maintained property. more >
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Casa Vista Tranquilo
Guayabitos, Residential
$373,000 USD
The construction and work- manship of this home, built by Mariano Sanches, are beyond compare. Must see! more >
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We want to thank you for taking the time to read this issue of the Jaltemba Bay Life Newsletter. The team at Jaltemba Bay Life works hard to provide you with the most up-to-date and informative site for both locals and visitors to the area. If you own a business, hotel or vacation rental, and/or have real estate to sell, we hope you will consider advertising on our site. You'll be listed in our directories and be seen by hundreds of locals and visitors each and every day. We stand by our product and our commitment to the community -- that's why all fees are 100% money-back guaranteed! We value your opinions and feedback. Please email us or post on the Jaltemba Bay Folk Forum if you've enjoyed this issue of our newsletter or if you have comments or suggestions about how we can make our community website even better! Gracias! David & Allyson (and Taco & Panchito the Rescue Dogs, too) Founders, Jaltemba Bay Life
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