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Film » NO END IN SIGHT » Café Roma, April 21

On Monday, April 21, 2008, at 7:30 pm, The Democrats Abroad Costa Banderas Chapter will present a screening of the important documentary film, “NO END IN SIGHT.”

LOCATION: Café Roma, Calle Encino #287, Colonia Centro, Puerto Vallarta (located facing the Rio Cuale, at the suspensión footbridge)
322-222-7378
www.romamexico.com

The first film of its kind to chronicle the reasons behind Iraq’s descent into guerrilla war, warlord, rule, criminality and anarchy, NO END IN SIGHT is a jaw-dropping insider’s tale of wholesale incompetence, recklessness, and venality. Based on over 200 hours of footage, the film provides a candid retelling of the events following the fall of Baghdad in 2003. NO END IN SIGHT examines the manner in which the principal errors of US policy largely created the insurgency and chaos that engulf Iraq today.

THIS EVENT WILL BE FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC.

However, we suggest a donation of 50 pesos per person in order to help defray organization expenses and support the work of Democrats Abroad in helping to elect a Democratic President and a workable Democratic majority in both Houses of Congress! (a basket will be passed at the event).

IT IS TIME FOR CHANGE! BE A PART OF IT!

Plan to come early and enjoy Café Roma’s famous Chicago-style pizza!
The film will begin promptly, please arrive early, as seating may be limited!

Thanks! We’ll see you there!

Paul Crist, Media Chair, Democrats Abroad, Costa Banderas Chapter

May is Fiesta Month – It’s Official….

May is traditionally the most active month of the year, according to the City Government here. It’s one last fling before the humid heat of summer and before the disappearance of the much-welcomed gringo dollars.

The 2008 official schedule of performances is constantly changing so check our daily schedule for the latest updates.

This year there will be fireworks galore (May 30 is the National Fireworks Competition at the Stadium) and a new Art Festival unlike anything Vallarta has seen before (blinders suggested for those of limited vision). There will be 265 performing artists presented on stages in various locations around town in 32 events, food supreme (Restaurant Week), Music ’til your ears ring and dance, dance, dance. All this with or without the local National drink, tequila (tho there will probably be a tequila festival or two thrown in for good measure). Only one event, the performance of the Stuttgart Chamber Orchestra will be charged (150 pesos) and every other event will be free admission.

On the 30th and 31st Vallarta will be celebrating its 90th anniversary. This is traditionally a fine time to be in town.

May Fiestas

Casa Comunidad 5K Run and Family Walk » April 27

Lace Up Your Running Shoes for PEACE
by Laura Gelezunas

Casa Comunidad
It’s time to hit the links, so to speak, for the children in Nayarit. The Third Annual Casa Comunidad 5K Run and Family Walk takes place on April 27, 2008 at El Tigre Golf Course in Nuevo Vallarta. Actually there is more fun. Also offered, a 2.5K Friends and Family Walk plus a Bicycle Parade with prizes for the best decorated bike.

The event hits the starting blocks at 9 am. All participants and fans should meet at the Athletic Club inside the El Tigre Golf Course. Please park outside the north gate.

Schedule of Events:

  • 9:00 am – 5k Fun Run (Be at the starting line by 8:45 am)
  • 9:45 am – 2.5 km Bike Parade (Be there by 9:30 am)
  • 10:00 am – 2.5 km Friends and Family Walk (Be at the starting line by 9:30 am. Strollers are welcome.)

Registration Fee:

  • $200 pesos for one event and $300 pesos for both events.

Peace
Racers are encouraged to find sponsors for themselves in order to collect more donations for Casa Comunidad. T-shirts are given to those who raise over $200 pesos and fun prizes will be awarded to the top fund raisers!

If you wish to register before the event call Penney Davis at 329 295 5541 or you can register on race day. But if you wait until race day, give yourself plenty of time.

The races start inside the north gates of El Tigre Golf Course and wind their way through the course, so it is very safe.

The money raised will go towards supporting the many community programs run under Casa Comunidad, which is one of the programs run by PEACE – a non-profit agency in the US and Mexico.

Currently assisting over 700 people, Casa Comunidad provides children and adults with programs and opportunities to develop the necessary skills to be successful, positive contributors to their multi-cultural and multilingual communities. This includes classes in English, after-school programs which features, sports, folk dancing and adventure education, just to name a few. Many of the children involved in Casa Comunidad will be participating in the event.

Come join the fun for a worthy cause!

Click HERE to learn more about PEACE. For more information about PEACE or Casa Comunidad please visit www.PeaceMexico.org.

Racing Fun & Charity

FOLLOWUP:
On your mark, get set, go! The whistle blew and competitors made their way on the racecourse for the third annual Casa Comunidad 5K event on April 27, 2008. Over 100 ran, walked and even rode their bikes. The morning weather was perfect for this fun event.

Over $40,000 pesos was raised for Casa Comunidad, which is one of the programs run by PEACE, a non-profit agency in the U.S. and Mexico. Currently assisting over 700 people, Casa Comunidad programs include classes in English for children and adults, after-school programs which feature, sports, folk dancing, arts and crafts and adventure education, just to name a few.

PEACE would like to thank their sponsors: El Tigre, La Cruz Realty, Liverpool, The Four Seasons, Truqui Construction and Villa Anada, plus all those who participated.

Medals were awarded for top finishers and everyone received a t-shirt to commemorate the event.