The Guadalajara Reporter
Guadalajara's Largest English Newspaper
This editorial is dedicated to Mr. Buckley, the grumpy gringo whose March 23 comment on a Facebook thread called the boisterous pealing of Ajijic’s church bells “annoying” and demanded an explanation of its meaning.
I had the honor of being invited to speak at the April 21 Open Circle session at the Lake Chapala Society. I chose the intriguing topic of Mexico’s Pueblos Mágicos because over time I realized that I had a complete misconception of the magic towns concept.
What do a few dedicated Lake Chapala Society volunteers have in common with the late civil rights activist John E. Lewis? It turns out to be the shared belief that that raising “good trouble” can bring about positive changes in favor of the common good.
Lakeside is a paradise for people who enjoy dining out.
Some years ago I recall that T-shirts emblazoned with the slogan “I’m on Mexico Time” became a hot commodity among lakeside expats.
Some years ago I recall that T-shirts emblazoned with the slogan “I’m on Mexico Time” became a hot commodity among lakeside expats.
As recently announced by officials from the local government and the state Tourism Department (Seturjal), a highlight of the upcoming Carnaval celebrations will be a video-mapping display over Lake Chapala’s waters that will put a focus on the area’s natural attributes and seasonal traditions.
