Centro Educativo Jaltepec
Graduating Jaltepec students with Linda Buckthorp and Bernie St. Louis. On Saturday, August 16, Centro Educativo Jaltepec held a moving graduation ceremony for the 2023–2025 class of 12 students in the Technical University Degree in Hospitality and Hotel Management. The event took place at the school’s auditorium, now officially named the Linda Buckthorp Auditorium in recognition of her 25+ years of service and leadership as Community Facilitator. A commemorative plaque was unveiled as a tribute to her lasting impact on the lives of so many.
Open Circle
Michael Reason will present “Who Needs a Conductor?” at the next meeting of Open Circle, Sunday, August 24, 10:30 a.m. in the garden of the Lake Chapala Society.
Most people have no real idea about what a musical conductor actually does. Arm waving, gesticulation on the podium all whilst the orchestra plays its heart out and then the conductor turns around, takes a bow and leaves the stage. Is that it? Michael Reason, a conductor for the past three decades of orchestras in Canada, Europe, Asia and Mexico, will take the audience into the world of conducting and what a conductor actually does. Musical examples will abound and members of the audience will even get the opportunity to do some baton waving!
LLT volunteer event
Lakeside Little Theatre is looking for volunteers for the many backstage, behind-the-scenes teams needed to pull off their yearly season of theater productions. An event to present the many opportunities available will be held Saturday, August 23, 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at LLT. To register, 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..
Rebozos
Ajijic’s Casa del Sol Inn will celebrate the history and artistry of the rebozo, Mexico’s iconic shawl, at a fashion show on Friday, August 29, from 4 to 6 p.m.
Organized by Amandina Cruz of Guadalajara’s Casa del Rebozo, the event highlights Tenancingo rebozos— renowned for their intricate craftsmanship. Attendees will be guided in the unique production process of these rebozos, as well as the original and innovative color schemes, traditional designs, symbols and iconography that reflect the cultural identity of the region.
Tickets, 290 pesos, include a glass of wine or a margarita, and entry into a raffle for a prized Tenancingo rebozo. Casa del Sol is located at Javier Mina 7 in the heart of Ajijic.
Pig Roast
Join the American Legion Post in Chapala for a Labor Day pig roast Monday, September 1. Enjoy roasted pig or chicken with baked beans, potato salad, rolls and dessert (vegetarian option available). Music by What the Funk and Jennifer. Tickets are 400 pesos at the Legion.
ANAVETS
ANAVETS Mexico (the Army, Navy, Air Force Veterans Association in Canada) will celebrate its 5th anniversary with a dinner/dance on Friday, September 5, 4 p.m. at Scallion Bistro. The event will feature music by Gargamel.
Tickets, 400 pesos, available at Mama’s Musical Bar on Thursdays from noon to 2 p.m.
Murder Mystery Dinner
Enjoy a Murder Mystery Dinner — in which “everyone’s a suspect” — to raise funds for Niños Incapacitados on Wednesday, September 10, 5 p.m. at La Paceña Restaurant, Hidalgo 158 in San Antonio Tlayacapan.
Tickets, 1,000 pesos, are available at www.programaninos.com.
Niños Incapacitados is a non-profit organization that assists Mexican families in need of financial aid to cover medical expenses for their children who are battling serious or life-threatening illnesses.