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Conecciones, July 2022 Conecciones

The latest edition of Lake Chapala Society's magazine, Conecciones (“Connections” in English) is now available for reading [a href="https://issuu.com/lakechapalasociety/docs/conecciones_september_2022" target="_blank" name="Conecciones"]** ON-LINE **[/a].

Or you can download a copy of the magazine to your PC [a href='newsletters.php' target='_blank']** DOWNLOAD HERE **[/a].

The mission of our magazine advances the mission of LCS: to “promote the active participation of lakeside's inhabitants to improve the quality of life Lakeside.” The articles in the magazine have been carefully chosen to entertain, educate, and provide information and inspiration to live a quality life lakeside.

The magazine's name, Conecciones, reflects its purpose — with LCS acting as a link that encourages connections amongst our unique populace. The name symbolizes the merging of cultures and ideas.
City Market Tour An LCS Concert in the Park!
Que viva el mariachi!

Date: Thursday, September 29, 5:00PM
Cost:
   General seating: $300 pesos

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Support our local youth and the new Ajijic Mariachi School.

Enjoy the acclaimed Mariachi Paredes for a one-time show here at Lakeside along with Mariachi Real Axixic.

The idea of creating the first mariachi school on the Chapala lakeside arose from the musician, Daniel Arturo Medeles of the Medeles family.

He has dedicated his skills to mentoring and educating local children. The Pedro Rey Mariachi School is something we can be proud of, but we need your help.

Enjoy great talent, and great Mariachi music, while supporting local youth.

Tickets are available at the Lake Chapala Society Office 10am to 2 pm Monday thru Friday or at lakechapalasociety.com
City Market Tour An LCS Concert in the Park!
Kevin-Anthony Sings Lionel Richie & Stevie Wonder

Date: Sunday, October 9, 2:30PM & 5:30PM
Cost:
   VIP seating: $500 pesos
   General seating: $350 pesos

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For the first time here at Lakeside, we welcome Kevin-Anthony with this exciting performance that pays tribute to Lionel Richie and Stevie Wonder. Incorporating rhythm and blues and the musical genres that are filled with "punch-you-in-the-gut" emotions, Kevin really delivers featuring the classics of our lifetimes... both old and new! With songs from two of our all-time great artists, leaving you with a big boost you didn't even know you needed!

TripAdvisor ★★★★★
Kevin Anthony delivers a FANTASTIC show! A Must watch!
“We've been visiting Puerto Vallarta about once a year since 2013 and this is our first time watching a show at Act2PV. We should have done it sooner! Kevin Anthony gave an EXCELLENT performance. Our family, husband, myself and 3 kids, all teens, enjoyed his songs and amazing talent. This show went by fast and e had a WONDERFUL time!”
Mexican Wills and Testaments U.S.A. Voting Month!

Request and Return Your 2022 Ballot
Recommended return by Sep 30
Requested you ballot yet? Not much time left!
Go to VoteFromAbroad.org or visit LCS.

Return your ballot by Sep 30. Especially if your state requires MAIL ONLY ballot return. DO NOT DELAY!
NOTE: you should receive your ballot by Sep 24 via email if you already requested.

No ballot? Have voting and timing questions?
Visit the Voter Help Center at:
LCS Blue Umbrella Patio
Mondays Sep 5, 12, & 19 from 10AM — 1PM

IMPORTANT! Nearly half of U.S. states require MAIL ONLY ballot return.
That's why we strongly recommend you return your ballot by Sep 30.
Low-cost suggestion: go to iShop, HandyMail, or Envios Sol y Luna for a U.S. First Class mailing option.
Mail-only states: AR, CT, GA, ID, IA, IL, KY, MD, MI, MO, MN, NH, NJ, NY, OH, PA, SD, TN, TX, VT, VA, & WI.
Introduction to Spanish A Lake Chapala Society Spanish Course:

Introduction to Spanish
Instructor: Inez Dyer
Course Fee:
   LCS members: $380 MXN
   Non-members: $494 MXN
Course Dates: Sep 06, 13, & 20
Course Time: 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Location: Wilkes Centre
Min/Max Students: 4/12

[a href='spanish_form.php' target='_blank']CLICK HERE TO ENROLL ON-LINE[/a]
No Refunds

Description:
This three-session class is designed for individuals without any Spanish language background. The instructor will introduce learners to Spanish pronunciation, some vocabulary and social protocols. Material will be given by the instructor in class.

About your instructor:
Inez has a Bachelor of Arts in Spanish Literature (BA) and a Master’s and Doctorate degree in Adult and continuing Education.

She worked for the private sector and the US Government to design and evaluate training and education programs. She taught English in both Spain and Costa Rica.

She has been managing the ESL program for LCS for a number of years, as well as teaching the Introduction to Spanish for our English speaking members.
Mexican Wills and Testaments Ballot Return Week!

Return Your 2022 Elections Ballot by Sep 30
Strongly recommended!
You should have your state's ballot by Sep 24
If you already requested. Mark your calendar —
and watch for it in your email

Return your ballot by Sep 30. Especially if your state requires MAIL ONLY ballot return. DO NOT DELAY!

No ballot? Have voting and timing questions?
Visit the Voter Help Center at:
Neill James Patio
Mon Sep 26 | Tue Sep 27 | Fri Sep 30
from 10AM — 1PM

IMPORTANT! Nearly half of U.S. states require MAIL ONLY ballot return.
That's why we strongly recommend you return your ballot by Sep 30.
Low-cost suggestion: go to iShop, HandyMail, or Envios Sol y Luna for a U.S. First Class mailing option.
Mail-only states: AR, CT, GA, ID, IA, IL, KY, MD, MI, MO, MN, NH, NJ, NY, OH, PA, SD, TN, TX, VT, VA, & WI.
Zapotlanejo Shopping Trip An LCS Touring Experience!

Trip to Zapotlanejo — the cradle of clothing

Date: September 27
Cost:
   LCS Members: $700 pesos
   Mon-members: $910 pesos
The last date to register is Sep 17 at 1:30 pm
Min/Max sttendees required: 30/35

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The Bus will depart promptly at 8:30 am from the sculpture at La Floresta.

LCS returns with short trips to provide cultural, educational, recreational and convenience experiences. This one goes to the town of Zapotlanejo near Guadalajara.

Zapotlanejo, also known as the cradle of clothing, is a municipality that is characterized, among other things, by the manufacture and sale of clothing for the whole family.

Here, you will find good quality clothes at a good price.

Our plan is to go shopping, as well as visiting the emblematic/historic buildings downtown.

You will be on a bus with plenty of room for your shopping and to travel in comfort. We have limited seats. The bus is air-conditioned, and has a bathroom.

We will follow the protocols indicated by the government of Jalisco, so the use of masks is mandatory inside the bus at all times. In addition to the application of gel.

You can register at the office or online. If you have any concerns or questions, please, send an email to directoreducacion@lakechapalasociety.com
Zapotlanejo Shopping Trip An LCS Touring Experience!

Shopping Trip to COSTCO, Sams, & Galerías Mall

Date: September 28
Cost:
   LCS Members: $550 pesos
   Mon-members: $715 pesos
The last date to register is Sep 23 at 1:30 pm
Min/Max sttendees required: 30/35

[a href='event_ticket_form.php' target='_blank']CLICK HERE TO REGISTER ON-LINE[/a]
The Bus will depart promptly at 9:30 am from the sculpture at La Floresta.

LCS short trips provide cultural, educational, recreational and convenience experiences. This one goes to COSTCO, Sam's Club & the Galerías Mall in Guadalajara.

Major retailers including Liverpool, Sears, and restaurants such as Cheesecake Factory, PF Chang, and more. Also shop COSTCO, Sam's Club, and Galerías 360 mall. Let’s go shopping!

You will be on a bus with plenty of room for your shopping and to travel in comfort. We have limited seats. The bus is air-conditioned, and has a bathroom.

We will follow the protocols indicated by the government of Jalisco, so the use of masks is mandatory inside the bus at all times. In addition to the application of gel.

You can register at the office or online. If you have any concerns or questions, please, send an email to directoreducacion@lakechapalasociety.com
Get Your Jalisco Driver's License A Lake Chapala Society Educational Course:

Getting your Jalisco driver's license
without losing your mind
Instructor: Alfredo Pérez
Course Fee:
   LCS members: $500 MXN
   Non-members: $650 MXN
Course Dates: Oct 3 & 13
Course Time: 2:00 PM - 3:45 PM
Location: Sala
Min/Max Students: 4/35

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No Refunds

Description:
To support you in getting your Jalisco driver's license, we've prepared this class to guide you through the entire process, from making sure you have the necessary documents, including how to get some of them, knowing and understanding the process, to sharing with you other topics such as:
Documents and processing
Types of driver's license in Jalisco
Mexican Police (types, levels and duties)
Secretary of Transportation in Jalisco
Visual traffic signs
Body language and sound of traffic agents
What about the road knowledge and the practical driving test

All the necessary orientation to get your driver's license in your hands. Material will be sent by email a few days after you enroll.

About your instructor:

Alfredo Pérez is the current education director at LCS. He has served as a university professor, coordinator of undergraduate level in the university, has taught different workshops in the state. He has been an entrepreneur with his own business in Guadalajara. He believes in education as a means of social improvement. His experience as a Mexican has spanned more than 40 years. LOL.
Mexican Manners A Lake Chapala Society Educational Course:

Mexican Manners
Instructor: Alfredo Pérez
Course Fee:
   LCS members: $400 MXN
   Non-members: $520 MXN
Course Dates: Oct 5
Course Time: 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Location: Sala
Min/Max Students: 4/35

[a href='personal_enrichment_form.php?course=mexManners' target='_blank']CLICK HERE TO ENROLL ON-LINE[/a]
No Refunds

Description:
Cultural shock is a normal part of life when we move to another country whose habits are different. We have to observe and learn the local rules of urbanity, what body language issues are appropriate and which are not.

Why is the behavior of the inhabitants of the new place is different?

What do local people expect from me as a new inhabitant of the area?

What phrases should I use and at what times?

What should I understand about the time structure of the local people so different from mine?

We will share with you more about the Mexicans' mindset throughout history to understand why the past affects the present. In addition to other data that has been asked over time that can answer many questions about things that happen so commonly.

Our intention is to help you understand these basic and necessary questions for the real and adequate coexistence with your new neighbors. Another way to know Mexico. You will be given a handout so you can make notes during the class.

The topics we will be covering are:
General information about the regions in Mexico.
How the language reflects part of the ideology and logic of Mexicans.
Why Mexicans don’t say “no” and how to live with it.
What’s polite and what’s not.
Body signs, what they mean and how to use/interpret them.
Mexican time structure.
Greetings. Proximity/Personal space.
Basics of tipping.
Funerals.
and more...

About your instructor:

Alfredo is the current educational director of LCS. He has served as a university professor, undergraduate coordinator, and has taught courses throughout the state. He has been an entrepreneur with his own business in Guadalajara. He believes in education as a means of social improvement. His experiences as a Mexican have spanned more than 40 years :).
Mexican Independence A Lake Chapala Society Educational Course:

Mexican Independence from Spain
Instructor: Ted Rogers
Course Fee:
   LCS members: $500 MXN
   Non-members: $650 MXN
Course Dates: Oct 13, 18, 20, 25, & 27
Course Time: 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Location: Sala
Min/Max Students: 6/30

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No Refunds

Description:
The seeds of Mexico's independence movement from Spain were sown by the Spanish almost immediately after their conquest of the Aztecs. Join us as we explore the ideologies and tactics of the Mexican independence movement.
About your instructor:

Ted Rogers P.h.D.

Ted is an energetic and enthusiastic instructor. Holding a triple concentration Ph.D. in history from the University of Colorado, Ted also earned that university’s top teaching award. He has been Visiting Scholar at the London School of Economics, Lambeth Palace, and the Nehru Memorial Museum and Library. His travels to over fifty countries, having lived in four of them, give him a unique perspective, which further informs his teaching. He is published in three countries. Ted is a permanent resident of Ajijic, where he lives with his beautiful wife, Glenda, and their three crazy dogs.   
Financial Management for Ex-Pats A Lake Chapala Society Educational Course:

Financial Management for Ex-pats
Instructor: Ted Rogers
Course Fee:
   LCS members: $500 MXN
   Non-members: $650 MXN
Course Dates: Oct 17, 19, 24, 26, & 31
Course Time: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: South Campus Board Room
Min/Max Students: 6/30

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No Refunds

Description:
Living in another country with a somewhat different economic management than in our country of origin, growing inflation, and a foreign currency, among other things, makes us reflect on what strategies are appropriate for our own life in the local financial sphere.

In this five-session class, we will learn, relearn, and create a better idea of what to do in our new home. 
About your instructor:

Ted Rogers P.h.D.

Ted is an energetic and enthusiastic instructor. Holding a triple concentration Ph.D. in history from the University of Colorado, Ted also earned that university’s top teaching award. He has been Visiting Scholar at the London School of Economics, Lambeth Palace, and the Nehru Memorial Museum and Library. His travels to over fifty countries, having lived in four of them, give him a unique perspective, which further informs his teaching. He is published in three countries. Ted is a permanent resident of Ajijic, where he lives with his beautiful wife, Glenda, and their three crazy dogs.   
Trip to Guadalajara Zoo An LCS Touring Experience!

Trip to Guadalajara Zoo

Date: October 25
Cost:
   LCS Members: Adults:- $830 pesos
   LCS Members: Kids:- $760 pesos
   Mon-members: Adults:- $1,010 pesos
   Mon-members: Kids:- $940 pesos
The last date to register is Oct 25 at 1:30pm
Min/Max sttendees required: 26/38

[a href='event_ticket_form.php' target='_blank']CLICK HERE TO REGISTER ON-LINE[/a]
The Bus will depart promptly at 8:30 am from the sculpture at La floresta.

LCS short trips provide cultural, educational, recreational and convenience experiences. This one goes to the Guadalajara Zoo.

Considered to be the most important zoo in Latin America. The price includes transportation and the entrance ticket to the zoo. We’ll give you a map of the zoo.

The ticket does not include the Skyline attraction (teleférico). You can pay an extra fee for this at the zoo. NOTE: people with these conditions cannot use it:
fear of heights, heart problems, pregnant women, seniors, people with any disability, and children who are less than 1.10 meters tall.

Wear comfortable shoes, a hat or cap, and bring your camera for memories. There are several places inside the zoo where you can buy food/snacks/beverages.

The zoo does not permit glassware, refreshments (refrescos), and bottled juice.

You will be on a bus with plenty of room to travel in comfort. We have limited seats. The bus is air-conditioned, and has a bathroom.

We will follow the protocols indicated by the government of Jalisco, so the use of masks is mandatory inside the bus at all times.

You can register at the office or online. If you have any concerns or questions, please, send an email to directoreducacion@lakechapalasociety.com
El viaje a México A Lake Chapala Society Spanish Course:

El viaje a México
Spanish conversation
Instructor: Neri Navarro / Phil Rylett
Course Fee:
   LCS members: $300 MXN
   Non-members: $390 MXN
Course Dates: POSTPONED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE
Course Time: 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Location: Neill James Patio
Min/Max Students: 6/20

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No Refunds

Description:
Welcome to a journey into Mexico where you will need all your Spanish to complete your trip.

This viaje a México (Journey into Mexico) is a simulation of arriving at the Mexico/US border, as well as preparing a trip to Mexico City.

You will travel through our border zone experiencing realistic travel-oriented situations, while conversing with native Spanish speakers.

You'll visit the bank, pharmacy, restaurant, and go through immigration and customs.

You'll soon be ready to travel anywhere your Spanish takes you!

This is an activity for anyone who wants to practice their Spanish in a semi-controlled environment, while having fun. You'll discover you actually know more Spanish than you think.

We'll provide all the necessary materials for you to participate.