The Guadalajara Reporter
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If you’ve ever wondered why the Lake Chapala region is notorious for a never-ending string of raucous festivities, understand that each town and village not only honors its patron saint during an average period of nine days, but also the diverse spiritual patrons assigned to their neighborhood divisions.
“We have a whole new year ahead of us, and wouldn’t it be wonderful if we could all be a little more gentle with one another, and a little more loving, have a little more empathy. And maybe next year at this time we’d like each other a little bit more.” —Judy Garland, 1964.
Since Mexico is a predominantly Christian country, Christmas stands out as a major religious celebration. Days prior to December 25 also encompass related cultural and social activities.
On Friday, December 1 Ajijic might have celebrated its second birthday as a Pueblo Mágico.
Most immigrant residents of the lakeshore region don’t keep a pulse on local, state and national politics. As the 2024 election season lies on horizon, here’s what is in store for the next 12 months.
Lakeside cemeteries literally come to life when the Día de Muertos season rolls around.
Halloween parties
• 4to Sentido restaurant will host a Halloween party, Friday, October 27, 4 to 6 p.m. Blue Jay Slim and the Blues Machine will perform. Tickets are 150 pesos.
