The Guadalajara Reporter
Guadalajara's Largest English Newspaper
The Guadalajara Reporter
Guadalajara's Largest English Newspaper
The mayors of eight lakeshore municipalities have joined forces to defend Lake Chapala, co-signing a manifesto urging federal authorities to reconsider the Solís–Le&oa...
Thousands of protesters across Mexico participated in a peaceful demonstration on Saturday, August 9, demanding that the federal government and state authorities fulfill their prom...
Jalisco Governor Pablo Lemus Navarro announced this week that the major upgrade to the Chapala-Guadalajara highway will be completed by December, ahead of the World Cup soccer matc...
From August to January, Jalisco’s coast enters turtle nesting season, and the University of Guadalajara (UdeG), primarily through its University Center of the South Coast (CU...
President Claudia Sheinbaum inaugurated the first stage of the Regional Hospital...
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum stated this week that the decision to hand o...
UK spirits giant Diageo will invest $US500 million to expand its tequila product...
Democrats Abroad is organizing another No Tyrants/Hands Off rally to protest the...
A couple—apparently of foreign origin—was spotted walking a young li...
Jill Maureen Steimle
Ajijic resident Jill Maureen Steimle passed away une...
Authorities of the Wixárica Indigenous people and officials from the Jali...
A growing number of U.S. expats are considering renouncing their citizenship due...
Fans of the Guadalajara-based Astros de Jalisco are upbeat at the team’s s...
Mexico’s Days of the Dead coincide with the Christian All Souls and All Sa...
“The Michael Hogan Reader” by Michael Hogan. US$14.95. San Dieg...
The Centro Educativo Jaltepec’s new tequila tour to benefit its students i...
As Guadalajara and Jalisco enter into their warm season, typically between April...
If you’re looking for a place to visit over Easter but don’t want to...
By all accounts, Santo Santiago ranks among Mexico’s most popular patron s...
Maybe it was gallows humor. Or maybe it was bravado.
Open Circle
Patricia Rosas Chavez will present “Lake Chapala Higher Educa...
Bocce Ball Tournament
A few weeks after hosting an elegant dinner dance in late...
Dragon dance
Sunday, January 26, experience the Chinese New Year with a present...
Lakeside artist Efren González celebrated his 20th Meet the Artist recept...
In the Bahia de Navidad everyone is doing their part to stay safe and help each ...
With talented artisans from more than 73 communities across Mexico registered to...
Spring has a special vibe around Banderas Bay. This time of year, I live in deni...
Officials in Jalisco and Puerto Vallarta, in the face of Covid-19, are hoping fo...
A neighbor of mine is a member of Warmshowers, an international organization tha...
Some expats are wondering if their participation in protests against President T...
Every time I turn around these days, news is lurking across the media about how ...
On a recent chilly morning, I stopped at a nearby public market for some hard-cr...
I had planned on writing a nice, lengthy, last column worthy of the place I&rsqu...
There is a certain body of water I have swum in, sailed on, and flown over at va...
Gentrification—the process of renovating urban areas that leads to the dis...
Three rooms in semi-darkness, studded with starkly illuminated mostly black-and-...
Mission Impossible: The Final Reckoning
Ethan Hunt and the IMF team continue th...
Ready for a good laugh? Join Bare Stage Theatre for the hilarious play “Hu...
Live Music
FRIDAY, August 15
• Old Souls Band at Scallion Bistro, 6 ...
Three rooms in semi-darkness, studded with starkly illuminated mostly black-and-white geometric constructions, frames with stark pictures of rooms and doors, a video screen or two with a bench for the audience, curtains that visitors must pass through.
Karen Romo of Ciudad Guzmán was crowned the 2025 Mariachi Festival Ambassador on June 3.
Ready for a good laugh? Join Bare Stage Theatre for the hilarious play “Hurray for Johnny Canuck” by Ken Gass. This spirited, satirical production reimagines the iconic comic book hero, Johnny Canuck, as he takes on Nazis and fascists during World War II, almost single-handedly saving th...
Later this month, Dr. Carlos Segoviano, the associate curator at the Museo de Arte Moderno (MAM) in Mexico City, will bring “Fábulas Fantásticas,” an acclaimed exhibition featuring iconic works from the museum’s collection, to the Museo de las Artes de la Universidad ...
Live Music
FRIDAY, August 15
• Old Souls Band at Scallion Bistro, 6 p.m. No cover, tips appreciated. Drink special: 2x1 margaritas. Reservations: 376-766-2301.
• Pianist and orchestra director Roberto Mora Ramirez leads the audience on a musical journey through the h...
Artists of Lake Chapala
Artists of Lake Chapala (ALC), a vibrant organization known for exciting events, social hours, meetups, day trips and art markets, invites you to join. On July 30, ALC members visited Tonalá for a pottery adventure. Upcoming activities include artist studio visits, ...
Mission Impossible: The Final Reckoning
Ethan Hunt and the IMF team continue their search for the terrifying AI known as the Entity - which has infiltrated intelligence networks all over the globe - with the world’s governments and a mysterious ghost from Ethan’s past on their trail.
Karate Kid: Legends
After kung fu prodigy Li Fong relocates to New York City, he attracts unwanted attention from a local karate champion and embarks on a journey to enter the ultimate karate competition with the help of Mr. Han and Daniel LaRusso.
A neighbor of mine is a member of Warmshowers, an international organization that connects long-distance cyclists with hosts who offer a free place to rest and clean up. The other day, he invited me to meet two young men from Cork, Ireland, who were biking from Vancouver, Canada, to Ushuaia, Argenti...
Some time ago, I stumbled upon a country road that might just be the most beautiful drive in the greater Guadalajara area. This 25-kilometer stretch north of the city connects Highways 23 and 54, offering stunning views of the Huaxtla Canyon. Along the way, it opens up a world of hiking, biking, pic...
On a recent chilly morning, I stopped at a nearby public market for some hard-crusted bolillos. It was an unseasonably squally January day-a brief drizzle, a slice of sun, then clouds and more chilling drizzle. On the muddy steps of the mercado municipal, I ran into Altagracia Mendez, dueña o...
We got there early. In the corral behind Eustacio Ortiz’s tarpaper shack, we stacked gunny sacks of chayote, wild camote, jicama, oranges, limones, peanuts and sugared candies.
There is a certain body of water I have swum in, sailed on, and flown over at various points in my life. For centuries, since 1550, everyone has referred to it as the Gulf of Mexico.
As we reflect on the tech news of the past 12 months, stories have ranged from virtual reality games to foldable smartphones. Yet, the topic dominating much of the conversation this year has been artificial intelligence (AI), particularly ChatGPT.
Some expats are wondering if their participation in protests against President Trump and U.S. federal policies could break Mexican laws. Here’s the short answer: not really.
A focus of this week’s edition is our publication of images featuring nonviolent protestors brandishing placards with punchy slogans—whether critical, emotive or mocking.
I had planned on writing a nice, lengthy, last column worthy of the place I’ve had the pleasure of living in for the past two years.
The wool coat looks worse for the non-wear. It is wrinkled from being unworn and crammed in the back of a closet for two years; dotted with dust and dog hair from a dog that departed the family a year ago; in need of a lint brush that can’t be found in the pile of things to be thrown away, don...
Gentrification—the process of renovating urban areas that leads to the displacement of the original population by newcomers with greater purchasing power—sparked a rowdy protest last week in Mexico City.
Last week, a local resident uploaded a photo on Facebook showing a small reptile that had appeared on her patio, asking, “Does anyone know what this guy is?”
Most responses gave the correct answer: a harmless spiny lizard. Some folks said they had found look-alikes in their homes and ga...
Every time I turn around these days, news is lurking across the media about how one can determine how long they are going to live, sometimes accompanied by a photo of a 100-year-old man who could be a 100-year-old woman.
According the latest count, there are over 200 professional soccer leagues worldwide. And that’s just the men’s game. When you add all the women’s leagues, which continue to grow, you’re talking “the sun never sets on someone getting a kick in the head.”
Maybe it was gallows humor. Or maybe it was bravado.
When the Rev. Dr. Joel Muñoz was growing up in his native Indiana, he frequently visited his relatives for holidays in Colotlan, Jalisco.
Dragon dance
Sunday, January 26, experience the Chinese New Year with a presentation of the dragon dance, and other rituals, by the students and professors of Kung-Fu Dragón Inmortal, one of the most acclaimed Kung Fu schools in Guadalajara. The Chinese New Year falls on Saturday, January 25...
American School race
Think green – the sixth annual Eco Race and Green Market are scheduled for Sunday, March 31 at Guadalajara’s American School Foundation. Everyone is welcomed to this event meant to raise awareness about conserving the planet’s resources. Expect to learn a lot ...
With talented artisans from more than 73 communities across Mexico registered to exhibit their wares at Lakeside’s 2025 Feria Maestros del Arte, event organizers are now signing up lodging hosts for the visiting crafters.
Common Ground
At Common Ground Fellowship, we believe that the Church exists primarily for the benefit of those who are not yet in its fold, which is why we strive to make Christ known by serving this community in word and deed! We are a vibrant, inclusive place to worship! Join us this S...
Open Circle
Patricia Rosas Chavez will present “Lake Chapala Higher Education” at the next Open Circle meeting on Sunday, August 17, at 10 a.m. at the Lake Chapala Society.
Dems Abroad signs
Join the Chapala chapter of Democrats Abroad on Saturday, August 9, from 10 a.m. to elaborate signs for an upcoming Ajijic Plaza Rally.
Meet at La Estación Pizza Restaurant, Hidalgo 75, Riberas del Pilar (above Pancho’s East).
The chapter welcomes U....
Lakeside artist Efren González celebrated his 20th Meet the Artist reception at Galería La Manzanilla on Friday, January 17.
Tucked away in Puerto Vallarta’s Colonia El Remance, nestled next to tourist favorite Zona Romantica, is ARTe Vallarta Museo, showcasing an art genre unique to the city: Arte Vallarta.
Spring has a special vibe around Banderas Bay. This time of year, I live in denial, as others speak of the season ending, I dig in my heals, “NO”!
Sometimes living in paradise feels like a fairytale and other times it feels like magic.
Bocce Ball Tournament
A few weeks after hosting an elegant dinner dance in late January, the Bocce Ball Committee and aficionados of the sport donned shorts and t-shirts to face off in the 6th annual Bocce Ball Tournament on February 15.
Otra Vez
Last November, a little thrift store named Otra Vez opened its doors to the residents of La Manzanilla and became an instant hit with both the Mexican and expat communities. Operating solely with donations and dedicated volunteers, it is now in its second year with no signs of slowin...
In the Bahia de Navidad everyone is doing their part to stay safe and help each other. As some businesses close down, others stay open to keep the community safe and supplied with basic essentials and information regarding Covid-19.
Four years ago, a small team of big-hearted Canadian and Americans decided they wanted to give something substantial back to the community.
Officials in Jalisco and Puerto Vallarta, in the face of Covid-19, are hoping for a little-quieter-than-normal Semana Santa, but that doesn’t mean Tapatios will resist the lure of the beaches of the Bay of Banderas.
Races
To celebrate the Día de Amor y Amistad (Valentine’s Day), two races, sponsored by the Municipal Sports Advisory Committee (Comude), will be held on Sunday, February 14 along two areas: the Malecon and the Rio Pitillal linear parkway.
Mexico’s Days of the Dead coincide with the Christian All Souls and All Saints Day, November 1 and November 2.
Tipping is woven into the fabric of Mexico’s social culture, chiefly because of its informal, cash-driven economy.
The Centro Educativo Jaltepec’s new tequila tour to benefit its students is far and away something beyond the typical tours to the agave regions.
The Mexican Senate has approved reforms to the General Law of National Assets, increasing the fines for establishments or individuals that restrict access to Mexico’s beaches, to more than one million pesos.
If you’re looking for a place to visit over Easter but don’t want to find yourself surrounded by loud, drunken hordes, skip the beach and consider Mexico City. The traffic will be less frenetic, the air cleaner, the museums and restaurants less crowded.
In a naked move to capitalize on the current interest in AI, I decided to accept an invitation to eat at El Gato in Guadalajara, and to write about the experience.
“The Michael Hogan Reader” by Michael Hogan. US$14.95. San Diego: Egret Books.
Reviewed by ColinCarberry
It is not always easy to find an alternative take on historical events that is also wise.
As Guadalajara and Jalisco enter into their warm season, typically between April and June of each year, residents and seasonal visitors should take precautions to avoid heat stress. What’s more, the University of Guadalajara’s Institute of Astronomy and Meteorology reports that eve...
Returning snowbirds should not be fooled by the warmer winter weather in this region. Big swings in temperature can play havoc with a person’s health and bring on cold symptoms in a flash.
President Claudia Sheinbaum inaugurated the first stage of the Regional Hospital of Tlajomulco de Zúñiga last week. The facility, operated by the Institute of Security and Social Services for State Workers (ISSSTE), is a key part of Mexico’s healthcare infrastructure, she said.
During her visit to Tlajomulco for the inauguration of a new hospital, President Claudia Sheinbaum pledged to support the municipality’s efforts to address the thousands of abandoned homes as part of her national housing initiative.
Democrats Abroad is organizing another No Tyrants/Hands Off rally to protest the policies of U.S. President Donald Trump on Saturday, August 23, 3:30-4:30 p.m. on the main Ajijic Plaza.
Chapala has been selected as the Jalisco venue for the sixth annual Cruz Roja Mexicana foot race, Carrera Todo México Salvando Vidas (All of Mexico Saving Lives). This family-oriented event will take place on Sunday, September 7 in Chapala and in 40 other locations across all 32 states of the...
Authorities of the Wixárica Indigenous people and officials from the Jalisco Ministry of Culture have reaffirmed their commitment to protect Xapawiyemeta, a sacred site located on a high point of Lake Chapala’s Isla de los Alacranes.
Around 90 members of the Mexican Army’s elite Special Forcesunit have been deployed to Jalisco to bolster security operations in metro Guadalajara and the Puerto Vallarta region.
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum stated this week that the decision to hand over 26 drug traffickers to U.S. authorities on August 12 was not influenced by President Donald Trump’s threats of high tariffs.
NGOs are calling on Mexico’s Supreme Court (SCJN) to eliminate prisión preventiva oficiosa—automatic preventive detention—arguing that it violates fundamental rights and lacks any evidence-based justification for remaining in the law.
A couple—apparently of foreign origin—was spotted walking a young lioness on a leash through a residential area near the Puerto Vallarta boardwalk.
Starting in November 2025, Porter Airlines will begin connecting Puerto Vallarta with Toronto, Ottawa and Hamilton, expanding the number of Canadian cities offering direct service to this popular Mexican resort to 17.
A growing number of U.S. expats are considering renouncing their citizenship due to mounting emotional, financial and political costs, according to the 2025 Expat Trends Survey.
“Remittance” may not be in many people’s vocabularies, but lawmakers have been batting the word back and forth across the U.S.-Mexico border since the Trump administration proposed taxing at five percent money electronically sent by foreigners living in the United States to their h...
UK spirits giant Diageo will invest $US500 million to expand its tequila production center located in the Jalisco municipality of Atotonilco El Alto and build one new distillery in La Barca, generating more than 1,000 direct jobs for Jalisco, company executives and Governor Enrique Alfaro announced ...
It’s been 75 years since the arrival in Mexico of the British Council, a quasi-autonomous non-governmental organization that promotes a wider knowledge of the United Kingdom and the English language, while encouraging cultural, scientific, technological and educational understanding and co-ope...
Jill Maureen Steimle
Ajijic resident Jill Maureen Steimle passed away unexpectedly at her home on May 17.
Robert Lee Miller
Robert (Bob) Lee Miller passed away peacefully at his home in Ajijic on May 1, at the age of 96.
Fans of the Guadalajara-based Astros de Jalisco are upbeat at the team’s strong start in the National Professional Basketball League (LNBP).
The Charros de Jalisco have made it into the Mexican Baseball League playoffs, despite finishing sixth in the Northern Division.
