Open Circle
Peter Jeschofnig and Jeanette Monosoff will present “Rotary International and Its Impact on Local Communities” at the next Open Circle meeting, held at the Lake Chapala Society on Sunday, December 29, at 10:30 a.m.
Rotary International is a global network of 1.4 million business and professional leaders committed to creating lasting change. The organization addresses critical issues such as clean water, maternal and child health, disease prevention, and economic development.
In Mexico, there are approximately 500 Rotary clubs, including those in Jocotepec, Ajijic, and Chapala. These clubs are celebrated for their dedication to the principle of “service above self.”
In this team presentation, local and international Rotarians will showcase impactful projects that have positively benefited local communities.
Peter Jeschofnig, a retired college professor, and his wife, Linda, have lived around the world, including 15 years in various African countries. A Rotarian for over 30 years, Peter has worked on projects in Africa, India, the Navajo Nation (United States), and the Lake Chapala area.
Jeanette Monosoff, a licensed psychotherapist, spent many years in India empowering village women by teaching sewing skills and helping establish a cooperative for marketing their products. A relatively new Rotarian, she is a member of the Ajijic Rotary Club.
New Year’s Eve Options
• The Blue Cadillacs will perform at the American Legion Post 7 Chapala’s New Year’s Eve dinner event, 2–5 p.m. Tickets are 400 pesos and available at the Legion. Dinner is served at 3 p.m., and all proceeds benefit local veterans. Reserve in advance.
• Los Traficantes perform at Adelita Bar & Grill in San Antonio Tlayacapan at 8 p.m. A special chef’s menu is available starting 1 p.m. Reservations: 332-184-4645.
• Elmo’s Surprise Band and The Gary Lanz Band perform at Scallions Ajijic at 8 p.m. A DJ kicks off the celebrations at 6:30 p.m. A set menu is available. Reserve tickets in advance at the restaurant.
• Blanca and Ricardo headline the New Year’s celebration at La Bodega de Ajijic, 9 p.m. Reservations: 376-766-1002.
• Tekila Blues & Roll performs at El BarCo, 9 p.m. Reservations: 376-766-0462.
• Black Pool entertains at Los Compadres and The Cocktail Bar’s gourmet New Year’s dinner. Reservations: 331-327-5454.
• Live saxophone music complements a five-course gourmet dinner at Tomahawk Steakhouse. Reservations: 333-412-5415.
• Hotel Hacienda del Lago celebrates with a DJ, gourmet dinner and fireworks. Reservations: 331-177-2941.
• Smoke House offers pick-up dinners available from noon to 1 p.m. Call 333-454-8617 for menu options and to order.
• Puritan Poultry still has turkeys available for those cooking at home.
Events
• Ardelle Holden will be signing her mystery novels on Friday, January 3, at La Bella Vida during its Friday Fiesta, from noon to 4 p.m. (with live music by Joel Tallboy and Louie Pavao). She will also appear at the Centro Laguna Art in the Plaza on Saturday, January 4.
• Casa del Sol Inn is hosting game nights every Wednesday. Texas Hold ‘em starts at 4 p.m., and Mexican Train instructions begin at 3:30 p.m. A 100-peso buy-in is required.
• A compost workshop will be held on Friday, January 3, at 11 a.m. at Casa Teomichicihuatl (Galeana 290C, corner of Encarnación Rosas). Rosalita Pastrana Cervantes will provide an agroecological approach to composting, with bilingual simultaneous translation available. Cost: 150 pesos.
Softball
The Lake Chapala Softball Club meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 9 a.m. at the soccer field at the bottom of Calle Revolución in Ajijic. The first 22 co-ed participants to arrive will be divided into teams. A 50-peso fee covers field rental and equipment maintenance. Games typically finish by 11:30 a.m. Spectators are welcome.
Ukulele
An Essential Chords class for beginners or as a refresher starts on Friday, January 3, and runs for seven weekly one-hour sessions. Ukulele rentals are available, and a songbook is included. For more information, 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..