General News

Insults flew, punches were thrown and blood was shed following a disturbance involving individuals wearing Make America Great Again (MAGA) caps at the Lake Chapala Society (LCS) during Steve Balfour’s February 6 Tribute to ABBA concert.

In a belated celebration of International Police Day (January 2), the Chapala government is organizing special events next weekend to honor the officers of the municipal public security force.

If you’re looking for a unique and heartfelt way to celebrate Valentine’s Day, don’t miss the February 14 fundraiser for Mama Cleo’s Boys Home at Scallion Ajijic Bistro, starting at 7 p.m.

While Ajijic has a head start on its Carnaval blowout (see page 13), plans for Chapala’s annual celebration are still far from being settled.

Mi México, the iconic boutique located in the heart of Ajijic, will close its tall wooden doors for a final time on Saturday, February 15.

Fine wines from 24 premier wineries will be showcased at the fifth edition of the Vid Forum festival, set to take place on Saturday, February 8 and Sunday, February 9 at Chapala’s Club de Yates.

A group of around a dozen foreign residents of Lakeside gathered in front of Chapala City Hall on Wednesday, February 5, to show their solidarity with Mexico and to protest the harsh immigration policies being enacted in the United States.

Ajijic is already gearing up for its signature Carnaval festivities, which kick off next weekend with the traditional Fiestas Taurinas and culminate in the raucous Mardi Gras parade on March 4.