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Obituaries - April 12, 2025

Obituaries - April 12, 2025

Sy (Seymour) Ross

Sy (Seymour) Ross passed away in Ottawa, Canada, on March 23 at...

Mexican Lifestyles

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Expat Living

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Columns

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Spring Break

Spring Break

I’ve been amused by the multiple social media queries of late about what d...

Arts & Entertainment

Museum founder doesn’t shy away from challenging topics

1 MONTHS AGO
Museum founder doesn’t shy away from challenging topics

I should have stopped at the Museo de la Filosofia Esencial (MUFE) months ago, when I walked by a large sculpture of a jaguar made out of gun components, which sat in front of a white house in Guadalajara’s Colonia Americana.

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Musical tuesday program

1 MONTHS AGO

The Ex Convento del Carmen’s Martes Musicales (Musical Tuesdays) program for March has been announced. All recitals are free of charge and will begin at 7:30 p.m. The venue is located at Avenida Juárez 638, in downtown Guadalajara.

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BRAVO! launches play development program

14 DAYS AGO

Saturday, April 19, The BRAVO! will offer a staged reading of “Mr. Thursby’s Adventure,” the first script in its Play Development Program.

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Plein air painter connects with the great Mexican outdoors

14 DAYS AGO
Plein air painter connects with the great Mexican outdoors

Cynthia Du Bois, one of the founders of the Plein Air Painters of Jalisco, will be showcasing her recent works at an exhibit opening on Friday, May 2, at Casa del Sol Inn. A Meet the Artist reception will be held from 4 to 6 p.m.

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Ribera Arts Review - April 12, 2025

14 DAYS AGO
Ribera Arts Review - April 12, 2025

Exhibits

• The Centro Cultural Ajijic hosts an exhibition of sacred and religious art, including depictions of Christ, angels, virgins, and more.

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Ribera Arts Review - April 05, 2025

21 DAYS AGO
Ribera Arts Review - April 05, 2025

‘Doubt’ at LLT

Lakeside Little Theatre presents “Doubt: A Parable,” Friday, March 28 through April 6.

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At the Movies - April 05, 2025

21 DAYS AGO

Alarum

Two rogue spies go off-grid, marry, and come under attack at their remote cabin hideaway by various intel agencies seeking a hard drive.

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At the Movies - March 29, 2025

25 DAYS AGO

Men Rule + Shaw

Shaw has loved Rule since she saw him, but Rule doesn’t see her as a suitable match, but a night of drinking and secrets leads them to question if they can be together without ruining their relationship...or each other.

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Columns

How villages are cleaning up a once loved—now poisoned—Jalisco river

2 MONTHS AGO
How villages are cleaning up a once loved—now poisoned—Jalisco river

I am in the pueblo of Casa Blanca, Jalisco, population 600, located seven kilometers north of Lake Chapala.

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The Manantlán Biosphere Reserve seen through indigenous eyes

2 MONTHS AGO
The Manantlán Biosphere Reserve seen through indigenous eyes

Aldo Santana is a member of the Cuzalapa people living in La Pareja, a small village tucked away deep inside some of Mexico’s most picturesque mountains, located along the state line dividing Jalisco from Colima.

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Amazon’s latest Kindle policy and what it means

25 DAYS AGO

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.

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The Year in Tech: AI ethics, hydrogen cars & TikTok controversies

3 MONTHS AGO

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.

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‘America’: A nation or a continent... imperialism returns?

3 MONTHS AGO
‘America’: A nation or a continent... imperialism returns?

“America is back,” reads a footnote to a video segment of President Donald Trump reposted this week on the Guadalajara U.S. Consulate General’s Facebook page.

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The US election from a Mexican perspective

6 MONTHS AGO
The US election from a Mexican perspective

Why is the U.S. election so important to Mexico? Will the election of either Kamala Harris or Donald Trump have vastly different outcomes for Mexico’s future?

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A midwesterner moves to Mexico - So Long, Farewell ...

8 YEARS AGO

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.

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A midwesterner moves to Mexico - Packing Up

8 YEARS AGO

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...

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Spring Break

1 MONTHS AGO
Spring Break

I’ve been amused by the multiple social media queries of late about what day folks can see get out to watch Ajijic’s marvelous “flour” parade” Whether you call it Carnaval, Mardi Gras, Fat Tuesday or Shrove Tuesday, the raucous celebration always fall on the day before ...

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Honores a la Bandera

2 MONTHS AGO
Honores a la Bandera

Monday, February 24 is Mexico’s Día de La Bandera.

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10 Mexican etiquette tips every foreigner should know

14 DAYS AGO
10 Mexican etiquette tips every foreigner should know

Everything in Mexican mores and customs is about respect. It’s time for we foreigners to check ourselves to see how we met some of the tenets of expected good manners.

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Behind the scenes at Lakeside Little Theatre

21 DAYS AGO
Behind the scenes at Lakeside Little Theatre

To help you appreciate the complete art of Lakeside’s popular Little Theater, I want to share with you what goes on behind the stage and into the hidden corners and corridors one never sees. It is often better than the show.

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Expat Living

Safe seafood during Lent

1 MONTHS AGO
Safe seafood during Lent

The Jalisco Health Department (SSJ) has launched its 2025 Lent Sanitary Surveillance Operation to promote hygiene in the preparation and sale of seafood.

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Guadalajara Anglican church begins Lent season with cenizas

1 MONTHS AGO
Guadalajara Anglican church begins Lent season with cenizas

An afternoon Mass and Ash Wednesday celebration at St. Mark’s Anglican Church in Guadalajara went well, said church treasurer Shammah Anu, attracting three times more people than last year.

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City Living - January 25, 2020

5 YEARS AGO
City Living - January 25, 2020

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...

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City Living – March 16, 2019

6 YEARS AGO

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 ...

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Weekly Worship - April 05, 2025

21 DAYS AGO

Little Chapel by the Lake

Sunday, April 6, Pastor Thomas will preach “Inasmuch as you did it unto the least of these My brethren.”

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Shriners give thanks for Ribfest success

25 DAYS AGO
Shriners give thanks for Ribfest success

The Lake Chapala Shrine Club would like to thank everyone who purchased tickets to the 18th annual Ribfest and those who volunteered to help. This was the first year the event was held for two days. It was very successful and the next Ribfest is being planned.

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Weekly Worship - April 12, 2025

14 DAYS AGO

Lake Chapala Baptist Church

Join us Good Friday, April 18, at 11 a.m. for 7 words and 7 songs—a beautiful reflection on God’s love and Jesus’ sacrifice for us. 

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Laguna Chapalac - April 12, 2025

14 DAYS AGO
Laguna Chapalac - April 12, 2025

Open Circle

Phil Rylett and Eduardo Ramos present “Behind The Scenes of Ajijic’s Easter Passion Play” at Open Circle at the Lake Chapala Society, Sunday, April 13, 10:30 a.m.

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Efren González returns to coast for milestone reception

3 MONTHS AGO
Efren González returns to coast for milestone reception

Lakeside artist Efren González celebrated his 20th Meet the Artist reception at Galería La Manzanilla on Friday, January 17.

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Museum showcases history of Vallarta art scene

1 YEAR AGO
Museum showcases history of Vallarta art scene

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.

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North Banderas Beat - March 23, 2024

1 YEAR AGO
North Banderas Beat - March 23, 2024

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”!

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North Banderas Beat - March 09, 2024

1 YEAR AGO
North Banderas Beat - March 09, 2024

Sometimes living in paradise feels like a fairytale and other times it feels like magic.

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La Manzanilla Memo - March 01, 2020

5 YEARS AGO
La Manzanilla Memo - March 01, 2020

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.

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La Manzanilla Memo – February 15, 2020

5 YEARS AGO
La Manzanilla Memo – February 15, 2020

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...

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Barra de Navidad & Melaque Journal - April 04, 2020

5 YEARS AGO
Barra de Navidad & Melaque Journal - April 04, 2020

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.

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Barra de Navidad & Melaque Journal - March 22, 2020

5 YEARS AGO
Barra de Navidad & Melaque Journal - March 22, 2020

Four years ago, a small team of big-hearted Canadian and Americans decided they wanted to give something substantial back to the community.

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Puerto Vallarta Bulletin - March 27, 2021

4 YEARS AGO
Puerto Vallarta Bulletin - March 27, 2021

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.

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Puerto Vallarta Bulletin - February 06, 2021

4 YEARS AGO
Puerto Vallarta Bulletin - February 06, 2021

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.

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Mexican Lifestyles

Days of the Dead in Michoacán

4 YEARS AGO
Days of the Dead in Michoacán

Mexico’s Days of the Dead coincide with the Christian All Souls and All Saints Day, November 1 and November 2.

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When to tip – and not to tip

7 YEARS AGO
When to tip – and not to tip

Tipping is woven into the fabric of Mexico’s social culture, chiefly because of its informal, cash-driven economy.

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A tequila adventure in a different direction

3 YEARS AGO
A tequila adventure in a different direction

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.

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Senate beefs up laws on access to beaches

4 YEARS AGO

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.

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The capital offers excellent dining options for Easter

1 YEAR AGO
The capital offers excellent dining options for Easter

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.

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A date with Belabot & Michibot

1 YEAR AGO
A date with Belabot & Michibot

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.

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Weathering the calor: avoiding heat stress

6 YEARS AGO
Weathering the calor: avoiding heat stress

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...

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Winter warning: Catching a cold, getting the sniffles is all too easy here

6 YEARS AGO
Winter warning: Catching a cold,  getting the sniffles is all too easy here

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.

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News

An evening of flamenco artistry

14 DAYS AGO
An evening of flamenco artistry

Casa del Sol Inn is thrilled to welcome back acclaimed flamenco dancer Rodrigo Robles for an unforgettable evening of intimate flamenco on Saturday, April 26.

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City’s Anglican church schedules Holy Week events

14 DAYS AGO
City’s Anglican church schedules Holy Week events

St. Mark’s Anglican/Episcopal church in Guadalajara, after holding a Saturday Easter egg coloring party, plans a regal Palm Sunday Mass April 13, 11 a.m., It starts in the garden, followed by a procession into the chapel, led by the Rev. Dr. Joel Muñoz, with a grand choral accompaniment...

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LLT to host Beethoven’s only opera

14 DAYS AGO
LLT to host Beethoven’s only opera

Sunday and Monday, April 13 and 14, Lakeside Little Theatre (LLT) will present a filmed version of Ludwig Van Beethoven’s only opera, Fidelio.

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Authorities launch vacation public security campaign

14 DAYS AGO
Authorities launch vacation public security campaign

Federal, state, and local authorities gathered in front of Chapala City Hall this week to launch the “Vacaciones Alegres” public safety campaign, which will be active throughout the lakeshore region during the two-week Easter vacation period.

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The sweetest cactus fruit

14 DAYS AGO
The sweetest cactus fruit

A few blocks from the downtown core in the Nueva Esquinas zone you will find the annual Feria de Pitaya, where dozens of vendors will be hawking this cactus-type fruit.

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Magic in the skies above Sayula

21 DAYS AGO

The Sayula Baloon Festival (Festival del Globo) will take place in this Jalisco “Magic Town” on Friday and Saturday, April 18 and 19. Last year’s inaugural edition featured balloon rides, live music, food and drink vendors, and camping areas.

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Judas dolls: A fiery symbol of betrayal

14 DAYS AGO
Judas dolls: A fiery symbol of betrayal

The  burning of a Judas doll is very much a part of Holy Week in Mexico.

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Explaining Semana Santa & Pascua

14 DAYS AGO

There is sometimes confusion among visitors to Mexico about the difference between Semana Santa and Semana Pascua.

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Melaque cultural center celebrates 5th anniversary

2 MONTHS AGO

The Centro de Actividades Culturales (Center for Cultural Activities, or CENAC) in the coastal town of Melaque is celebrating its 5th anniversary with a fundraising Street Festival on Wednesday, March 5, starting at 5 p.m.

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Mexican Navy arrests priority targets

2 MONTHS AGO
Mexican Navy arrests priority targets

A man and a woman, described only as being of “foreign origin,” were arrested this week in Puerto Vallarta in an operation involving the Mexican Navy, the National Guard and municipal police.

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Bowing to the president’s will: The State Department’s new political reality under Trump

2 MONTHS AGO
Bowing to the president’s will: The State Department’s new political reality under Trump

A distasteful Valentine’s Day meme posted on the White House X account probably had Trump supporters chuckling, but for many others, it prompted nothing more than head-shaking disbelief.

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Trade war looms as Trump readies tariffs

2 MONTHS AGO

It’s almost certain that U.S. President Donald Trump will impose a 25 percent tariff on most imports from Mexico and Canada on February 1—a promise he made just a day after taking office on January 20.

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UK’s Diagio expands in Jalisco

3 YEARS AGO
UK’s Diagio expands in Jalisco

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 ...

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The British Council marks a milestone

7 YEARS AGO

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...

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Obituaries - April 12, 2025

14 DAYS AGO
Obituaries - April 12, 2025

Sy (Seymour) Ross

Sy (Seymour) Ross passed away in Ottawa, Canada, on March 23 at the age of 84, following a brief illness.

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Obituary - April 05, 2025

21 DAYS AGO

Pauline Forrester

Pauline Forrester  passed away peacefully of natural causes on April 1, surrounded by loved ones in San Juan Cosala, where she spent her last years.

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Astros de Jalisco set the bar high

14 DAYS AGO

So far, the Astros de Jalisco are taking all the plaudits as the regular season unfolds in the Pacific Basketball Circuit (CIBACOPA).

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Mexico confirmed as world’s second-best diving nation

14 DAYS AGO
Mexico confirmed as world’s second-best diving nation

The Mexican national anthem was proudly played twice at the World Aquatics Diving World Cup, held last weekend in Guadalajara.

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