A PEACEful Night in Mexico

The MEXICO Report
By Susie Albin-Najera

A PEACEful Night in Mexico

On Saturday, January 15, 2011, PEACE (an acronym for Protection, Education, Animals, Culture, Environment) will hold their 2^nd Annual Gala Fundraiser, “ArteVida’ at a spectacular private home in Riviera Nayarit, Casa Las Gaviotas inside El Farallon. Casa Gaviotas was designed by Guadalajaran architect, Juan Manuel Munguía Romo.

“The ArteVida event is a beautiful way to combine those artist with our amazing donors in an effort to raise funds for PEACE,” said founder-creator Molly Fisher.

Catered by Punta Mita based NAEF Cuisine, the evening will include a live art auction, a silent auction, live music and local and national artists who will be on hand to share information about their art and mingle with guests.

A dedicated blog site has been created to keep everyone updated on the artists that are participating, details of the event, fun facts about PEACE and how these types of events help us as an organization.

Photo by Nova Pennison, Casa Comunidad Director, PEACE Mexico

“Funds raised by the event and the live art auction will be used for our incredibly impactful programs in the surrounding local communities,” said Fisher. “Some of the programs include after school programs, the literacy and dance program as well as our alternative education program for children and adults alike. We are indebted to our amazing volunteers, artists and donors who work so hard to keep PEACE moving forward with our important work.”

Event: 2nd Annual PEACE ArteVida Fundraiser Gala
Date: Saturday, January 15, 2011
Time: 6:00-11:00 pm
Cost: $80 USD
Tickets: Purchase Online

About PEACE:
PEACE is a non-profit organization made up of four main programs, which focus on education, entrepreneurship, animal well-being, and community engagement in the Southern region of Nayarit, Mexico. PEACE works hand in hand with communities in Mexico to provide holistic education combined with community action programs that enable people to improve their quality of life as well as their financial stability.

PEACE Official Site, http://www.peacemexico.org

Susie Albin-Najera

Susie Albin-Najera is the creator and editor of The Mexico Report, an award winning travel blog showcasing news, deals and resources for the modern traveler. Najera is a writer, author, travel blogger, marketing and public relations specialist and producer. Najera serves on the host committee for Maestro Cares, founded by singer Marc Anthony and producer Henry Cardenas; and on the advisory board for Corazon de Vida, providing aid to children in Mexico. She is also the creator of 'The Real Heroes of Mexico' showcasing community heroes in Mexico and producer of Latino Thought Makers. Najera has been recognized by the Mexican Consulate and Mexico Tourism Board for fostering positive relations between countries and her dedication to showcasing Mexico as a premiere destination. She can be reached at info@themexicoreport.com