Syrian/Mexican fusion
ArabLab, a music project featuring Arab music fused with experimental funky, jazz and psychedelic sounds, as well as subtle Latin improvisations, performs Saturday, November 23, 6 p.m. at the Centro para la Cultura y las Artes de la Ribera.
Comprised of Syrian expat Samah Abdulhamid, David Lopéz Luna, brother Julius Lopéz Luna, and Jonathan Huerta, Arablab’s musicians have varied backgrounds, spanning genres such as rock, jungle, classical, Balkan and Latin music. Tickets are 200 pesos pre-sale and 250 pesos on the day of the event, available at the box office, via WhatsApp: 331-432-2577 or voyalteatro.com. Cocktail hour begins 5 p.m.
Graffiti workshop
Muraliz Arte Cosala is holding a Grafitti for Peace work-shop for artists from 15 to 25 years old, where they will learn technical skills while helping to create a mural in San Juan Cosala. Experience is not necessary to participate. The workshop is on Saturdays, and Sundays, November 23 and 24 and November 30 and December 1 at the Asociacion Pro Mexico Center, Calle Porfirio Diaz 15, in front of the main plaza in San Juan Cosala. Register at 333-325-8663 or 333-590-6442.
Live Music
• Nine bands will perform on the San Antonio Tlayacapan Plaza, Friday, November 22, 8 p.m. in a tribute to the Day of the Musician.
• Cosmic Marbles takes the stage at 4 Sentido restaurant, Friday, November 22, 5 to 7 p.m.
• Abby Rivera plays romantic music, cumbias, salsas and more at La Bodega de Ajijic, Saturday, November 23, 8 p.m.
• Little Warriors play at El Barco, Sunday, November 24, 3 p.m.
• A benefit for violinist Victor Garcia’s surgery and follow-up treatment is scheduled Monday, November 25, at Casa Tortuga, Rio Amazonas 37 in Rancho del Oro. Food by Michele Lococo, serving from 3 p.m. Music, cash bar, raffle and a silent auction. Tickets, 750 pesos, available at Yves, Casa Linda, Bruno’s, Casa Treeskel, Pasta Trenta, Huerto Cafe, Los Gringos, Isla Velia, Gato Feo, D’Shanti and The Art Connection. For tickets or donations email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..">This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
• Dr. Fun plays blues and swing at the American Legion Post 7, Tuesday, November 26, 1 to 3 p.m.
• The Power Blues Trio from Guadalajara performs at Scallion Ajijic Bistro’s Ribs, Rhythm, Blues and Jam event Wednesday, November 27, 7 p.m. 150 pesos admission. Raffles and a 50/50 draw, All proceeds go to Niños Incapacitados. RSVP required: 376-766-2301.
• Las Voces del Lago, directed by Ken Turner and accompanied by Rober Thieme, presents a holiday concert of choral music and a festive carol sing, December 12, 13 and 14, 3 p.m. at the Lakeside Presbyterian Church
• Frad Band plays at Yves’ Restaurant on Thanksgiving Day, 5 p.m. Cover is 150 pesos. Tickets, 350 pesos, available at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..">This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
• Elmo Adams performs “I’m gonna live ‘til I die” - Frank Sinatra, at the annual fundraiser for Niños Incapacitados, Thursday, December 12, 5:30 p.m. at El BarCo. Tickets are 600 pesos and include a ticket for door prize drawings. Mix, mingle, eat and drink. Limited food menu, full bar. Tickets available at www.programaninos.com.
• Stan and Linda present Mistletoe Music Magic, at Las Palmas Restaurant, Thursday, December 12, 6 p.m. in a fundraiser for The Ranch Animal Shelter. Tickets, 200 pesos, at Its Kinda Bazaar and Las Palmas. Libramiento a Chapala 96.
Events
• A presentation of the book “Las Siete Caras del Amor” (The Seven Faces of Love) by Carlos Cabello Flores, which explore the multiple facets of love from pain to joy and from passion to sadness, will be presented Saturday, November 23, 1 p.m. at the Centro para la Cultura y las Artes de la Ribera. Dr. Silvia Quezada and Ruth Escamilla Monroy will participate in the readings. Free entrance.
• The Lake Chapala Society holds a Christmas Fair on December 6 and 7, noon to 5 p.m., Some 70 local vendors sell Christmas gifts, arts, crafts and food as well as LCS Children’s Art Christmas cards. Admission 50 pesos, children under 12 free.