The Guadalajara Reporter
Guadalajara's Largest English Newspaper
Authorites from the lakeside branch of the Secretaria de Movilidad and the San Francisco Parish have announced modifications in traffic circulation that will be in effect Sunday, July 9 in conjunction with the Virgen de Zapopan’s summer pilgrimage.
Canadians at lakeside shifted into full tilt party mode on Saturday July 1 to celebrate the 150th anniversary of their homeland’s confederation.
The Chapala chapter of Democrats Abroad threw its customary Independence Day Picnic on Tuesday, July 4, with a full house gathered on the shady terrace of the Hotel Montecarlo.
The American Legion, are, in a word, legion. There are over 13,000 Legion posts dotting the globe, cranking out millions in fund-raising dollars (emergency funds, scholarships,VA and children’s hospitals, etc.) and volunteer hours (community service, emergency aid).
Aquaponics, a “virtuous circle” of innovative agriculture by youngsters in Ixtlahuacan has just landed a 10,500-peso boost.
HU Chant
Chanting HU, an ancient name for the Divine while in a contemplative state, is a simple technique to open your heart to greater happiness, love, inner peace and understanding. Join in Saturday, July 1, 10:30 a.m., at the Center for Spiritual Living located at 17 Nicholas Bravo, Ajijic, for a short (30-minute) group HU Chant followed by refreshments and fellowship time. For more information, contact Hallie Shepherd at 766-3656 or 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.. Sponsored by Eckankar, Mexico.
Clearly, traffic is a growing problem at Lakeside, especially as more and more expats choose to call Lakeside their home. Some will choose to use cars as their main mode of transportation; others will opt to ditch their cars and find other ways to get around. Those who choose the car-free route receive the benefit of not having to maneuver through the clogged streets or circle endlessly in search of a parking space. But they also lose out on all the positive aspects of having a car at one’s disposal.
