Ongoing monthly meetings: the LAST Monday of each month from 2-4 in the SALA AT LCS in Ajijic Monthly mini lectures of help to beginners or more advanced participants.
BEGINNERS PACKET AVAILABLE at each meeting. Lectures ready as email attachments
Knowledgeable people available by apt.
For more info, contact: Pat Quigley patquigmx@yahoo.com
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Health...5 Scary Health Conditions Your Dentist Can Spot... Read More ....Click Here
Dr. Tom... How to Identify Lakeside Birds ... Read More...Click Here
Raising Monarch Butterflies ... Read More...Click Here
Conchita by Micki...There is no one more deserving of a little free publicity for her business than Conchita, the Blanket Weaver. You've probably already passed by her - patiently sitting and weaving, in the ancient tradition of her people, at her special spot down by the lake in Ajijic near Yves' Restaurant. Many days go by when she doesn't sell a thing, as other weavers/sellers like Elena in the Plaza also tell me...Read More...Click Here
Drink of the Month....Michelada...Read More...Click Here
Plant Lady...What Grows When in Lakeside ...Read More...Click Here
History of Mexico...Long before the Spanish discovered the “New World,” Asian nomads and explorers had migrated to the Americas and developed some of the most impressive civilizations that the world has ever known...Read More...Click Here
Tennis Article by Jill Flyer...I wrote the article in English (because my Spanish is not sophisticated enough to write an article) and then it was translated into Spanish. But, then meanings were skewed and so, because I do know enough Spanish to read quite well, we went through several edits to get everything correct. Many people here in Ajijic were mentioned in the article, so I hope everyone who reads Spanish can enjoy this. The theme, of course, is tennis in the Ajijic/Lake Chapala area. Article Starts on Page 6....Read More...Click Here
Photography with Jill Flyer..In a traditional Mexican wedding, there are two very different ceremonies, a religious mass (misa) and the civil ceremony....Read More...Click Here
Bill Clarke...Short 4500 word horror/suspense story placed on our own Ajijic Streets. "Wormwood"...Read More...Click Here
FACHARTE...The intention for this important community project is to make our Ajijic into an internationally known 'living museum'....Click Here
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Feb 8 Open Circle @ LCS begins at 10:00am each Sunday Morning with Coffee, Tea and Sandwich Bites. The presentation begins at 10:30am.
1 Mar Karin Miles Making Friends with Dementia
A recent population study of men and women from all regions of the US reports that 1 out of 7 of those over 70 have one or more of the various forms of dementia.
Karin Miles was diagnosed with vascular dementia last spring. While attending to the slow (and not so slow) diminishment of capabilities, Karin has been pro-active in educating herself and her loved ones about dementia, including the benefits of full acceptance of the diagnosis, and intelligent management of constantly changing abilities and interests. As opposed to road blocks replete with suffering, the challenges, when taken on with a light heart and good friends, can even take on the quality of gifts.
Daylight Saving Time for most of the United States
Date: Sun, Mar 8, 2015
Spring forward, should already have changed your clocks.
Mexico does not change until April 5th
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DINNER AT JALTEPEC to Benefit the Students
Date: Tue, Mar 10, 2015
AN INVITATION TO
DINNER AT JALTEPEC
TO BENEFIT THE STUDENTS
OF JALTEPEC CENTRO EDUCATIVO
Tuesday, March 10th, 2015
No Host Bar at 6 p.m.
Complimentary Hors d'oeuveres
Cocktail Music Compliments of
Timothy G. Ruff Welch
At 6.30 pm
DINNER SERVED AT 7.30 P.M.
Please RSVP before Tueday, March 3rd to
Linda Buckthorp @ 766-1631 or by email to buckthorplm@gmail.com
Menu and more info in the Calendar
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Jewish Film Festival Jan 4 - Feb 22 2015
Details and Synopsis on our Calendar For Each Movie
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Chili Cook-off
The 2015 Mexican National Chili Cook-Off charity chili challenge will take place February 27, 28 & March 1 at Tobolandia in Ajijic, Jalisco, Mexico. We would like to personally invite you to participate in the 37th year of this extraordinary event.
In 2015 there will be some major improvements to the event. We are moving down into the Tobolandia water park itself so visitors will no longer have to hike up through the park to the fields in the back. We are extending the Chili and Margarita contest over all 3 days and will be awarding large cash prizes to the overall winner in each event. We are also extending the hours of operation and hope to bring in some exciting new performances
Friday, Feb. 27 is day 1 of the Chili & Margarita Competitions. There will be ten competitors for each event. Any variety of Chili or Margarita is acceptable and will be judged by the public.
Saturday, Feb. 28 is day 2 of the Chili & Margarita Competitions. There will be ten competitors for each event. Any variety of Chili or Margarita is acceptable and will be judged by the public.
Sunday, Mar. 1 is day 3 of the Chili & Margarita Competitions. There will be ten competitors for each event. Any variety of Chili or Margarita is acceptable and will be judged by the public.
Chili Cook Off Grand Prize = $10,000 pesos
Margarita Grand Prize = $5,000 pesos
As in past years, we will furnish all tasting supplies: Palate cleansers, cups, spoons, napkins and of course, ballots. We will also supply the tequila for the Margarita competitors. You just need to furnish enough Chili (5 gallons) or Margaritas to satisfy more than 500 hungry & thirsty voters and it can be prepared in advance.
Viva Las Vegas...Classic Vegas...the legacy continues
Our Gala Dinner Dance - Thursday March 12, 2015, 5:30pm - $450 pesos
Real de Chapala Hotel
Please join us for an evening reminiscent of Las Vegas at its apex, with musical splendor featuring Vegas standards and swing, delightful decor, casino themes, surprising outfits, enticing live and silent auction items, TV raffle draw, full bar, good food, and simply loads of enjoyment!
For Tickets & High Roller Tables contact:
Linda Hendy at 106-1281, gala2015.ppni@gmail.com
Visit our NEW Website to order tickets too, www.programaninos.com
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Lakesside Presbyterian Community Sale
Date: Sat, Mar 14, 2015
Early Bird Sale 9 am and general admission from 10 am to 3 pm.
Individual space rental available. Rental fees benefit new church building
Location is 3 Blocks south of Mom's Restaurant in Riberas in new church building
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Naked Stage Reading - Baggage
February 27th until Sunday, March 1st at the Naked Stage is "Baggage", a comedy by Sam Bobrick, directed by Russell Mack with a cast featuring Patteye Simpson, Rob Stupple, Neal Checkoway and Lynn Phelan. The e-mail for your reservations is: nakedstagereservations@gmail.com
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LLT Night of the Iguana
Feb 20-March 1
The timeless story of people, young and old, looking for refuge and redemption from each other and themselves in old Mexico.
Classic American Drama
Tickets for The Night of the Iguana can be obtained via email at tickets@lakesidelittletheatre.com,
or by calling the Box Office at (376) 766 0954,
or by visiting the LLT box office at the following times:
February 18 - March 1, 2015: 10am - Noon every day except Sundays
until the show is sold out.
On show days, one hour before each performance
Curtain time is 7:30 pm evenings, 3 pm for matinees (first Saturday, both Sundays)
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The Shriner's Ribfest
Date: Wed, Mar 4, 2015
The Shriners' Ribfest is here again bigger and better than ever! Mark Wednesday, March 4th on your calendars and get hold of a Shriner today to get your ticket for 400 Pesos per person with the proceeds going to the Lake Chapala Shrine Club's Transportation Fund to get kids to the Mexico City Shriners' Hospital. It will be held at the beautiful Villa Encantada on the side of Lake Chapala from 1 PM to 5 PM. There will be trolley service from parking in east Riberas and from The Monte Carlo Hotel.
Email francis.dryden@gmail.com for tickets
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VIVA Concert Three Sopranos
Date: Thu, Mar 19, 2015
Thursday March 19 Three Sopranos. Berenice Barragan, Patricia Hernandez and Viviana Baez with accompanist Gaby Zepeda singing a selection of operatic arias and classic Mexican songs. Back by popular demand.
Auditorium La Floresta 7.00 p.m.
Tickets $200 pesos at Diane Pearl, the auditorium and the LCS Thursday and Friday 10-12 p.m. or at the door!
http://ajijicviva.org/
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LCS Bus Trip to Tonala
Date: Wed, Feb 20, 2015
February Bus Trip
$250 members or $300 non-members
Tonala /Tlaquepaque - Wednesday 11, 9 AM - 4 PM
Sign up at the LCS office M-Sat 10-2
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I, Claudia Play
Date: Sat, Mar 7, 2015
I, Claudia is a one woman Canadian play with Jayme Littlejohn and directed by Lynn Phelan coming to The Bravo! Theatre with play dates from Friday, March 6th to Sunday the 8th, Friday, March 13th to 15th and Friday, March 20th to the 22nd (the Sunday performances are matinees). For full information please drop an e-mail Jayme Littlejohn at: thebravotheatre@gmail.com.
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AZTEC STUDIOS will be having our 6th Annual Blowout Sale Thursday and Friday March 5th and 6th
AZTEC STUDIOS will be having our 6th Annual Blowout Sale Thursday and Friday, March 5th and 6th from 10-4. We will inventory our work to give you our lowest price. We will then cut our open hours and begin making plans for the coming season. The event this year will be advertised to the general public and will run for two days.
http://janicekimball.com/
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LipSync 7
Date: Mar 20-24, 2015
Lip Sync 7
27 Amazing Acts! Directed and produced by Michael McLaughlin
Fri, March 20
7.00 pm
Sat, March 21
7.00 pm
Sun, March 22
3.00 pm matinee
Mon, March 23
7.00 pm
Tue, March 24
7.00 pm
250 pesos for Center Section cushioned seats,
150 pesos for Side Section seats.
Tickets available from
Diane Pearl Colecciones;
the Auditorium; Yoli's, El Granero, Casi Nuevo,
Lake Chapala Real Estate (Chapala office)
and the LCS March 16-24 only from 10 to noon.
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Lake Chapala bridge Club
1:30-4:00pm
Every Wed.
50 pesos
No reservations needed. Just come!
Format is a 30 minute lesson then 2 hours of Supervised play where you can ask questions and discuss hands. Very low key...lots of fun.
The Lakeside Spay & Neuter Information Table is in front of Actinver (formerly Lloyds) in Ajijic, every Friday from 10AM to Noon, weather permitting. T-shirts sold here.
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JEOPARDY! at Bogart's Bar, inside Casa Blanca Hotel
Mondays 6pm
JEOPARDY! at Bogart's Bar, inside Casa Blanca Hotel on 16 de septiembre across from LCS every Monday at 6pm.
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DOG/CAT FOOD DRIVE
Third Thursday of each month 10:30 - 1:30
With the cooperation and help of the Animal Shelter, several members of Animal Buddies will be holding a food drive on Thursday from 10:30 - 1:30.
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Personal Core Training
by
Jaime Barbiery
My session concentrates on your core abdominal muscles .I will show you simple, yet gentle and effective exercises for you that strengthen your balance abilities, focusing on being centered and straightened back posture.
Your core abdominals are the center of your mobility and flexibility. Core abdominal muscle groups are used routinely in every day activities - driving, walking, lifting, swiveling, and even dancing!
Having strong core abdominal muscles will let you be more active, healthier, and able to accomplish more in your overall exercise routine and in you’re daily life.
The research I have done indicates that as we age, the core muscles, the stomach, obliques and lower back, are going to support our upper body. My easy yet effective sessions will strengthen these important core abdominal muscles. If using the services of a nutritionist, these exercises will greatly affect your waist.
Using lightweights, Pilates balls, non-strenuous exercises and other equipment, we will work as a team to ensure you reach your goals.
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The Fun Guide for Business, Music, Nightlife, & Events in Lakeside, Mexico (Check the Ajijic News Calendar often) Ajijic, Chapala, San Juan Cosala, San Antonio Tlay and more.
Gudrun Jones intrigues and entertains with a selection of short stories and poems that touch every aspect of like.
This special book is to help raise funds for her passion, The Lakeside Spay and Neuter Center, The Ranch
Faros Papel Arroz
New Book THE SOLITUDE OF DESTINY written in the style of magical realism, by ex-pat Agustin Eliab Juarez now a Guadalajara resident just published by Flower Press of Montreal, Canada. The story revolves around a man in search of his cultural identity. born Indian in Mexico he quickly moves to Mexico City where he receives literary success, earning a prestigious professorship in the US. Once acculturated into American society, he loses sight of his roots, spiraling into self-destruction until one day he sees the light. The book is available through Amazon and Barnes and Noble.
