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Conecciones, March 2023 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_march_2023" 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.
Concert: Gladys Knight Tribute Concerts in the Park presents
Gladys Knight Tribute
with Lauren Jade

Date: Monday, April 3, 5:00PM
Cost:
   VIP seating: $500 pesos
   General seating: $350 pesos

[a href='event_ticket_form.php' target='_blank']CLICK HERE TO REGISTER ON-LINE[/a]
Tribute To Gladys Knight, performed by Lauren Jade, is a journey that speaks to the inner depths of those who encounter it with vulnerability and truth. She takes you through being in love for the very first time and also experiencing heartbreak; a story that intertwines with the master musical catalog that Gladys Knight has written and produced throughout her career. From hits like Friendship Train, If I Were Your Woman, Neither One of Us, and an all-time favorite, Midnight Train to Georgia, this show takes you down memory lane and will have you singing along, engaged from start to finish.

Lauren Jade's infectious and warm personality will have you none other than mesmerized when she becomes authentic, truthful, and intimate with her audience each and every time she sings. While making eye contact and having real conversations, this show will place you in an atmosphere where you feel as if you are talking to your best friend in your living room over a nice cocktail.

Don't miss out!

Upcoming Educational Opportunities and Trips...
Mexican Manners A Lake Chapala Society Educational Course:

Mexican Manners
Instructor: Alfredo Pérez
Course Fee:
   LCS members: $500 MXN
   Non-members: $650 MXN
Course Dates: Wednesday April 5
Course Time: 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Location: Sala
Min/Max Students: 4/30
Enroll before April 1

[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 :).
Intro to Spanish A Lake Chapala Society Educational Course:

Introduction to Spanish
Instructor: Alfredo Pérez
Course Fee:
   LCS members: $430 MXN
   Non-members: $560 MXN
Course Dates: April 6, 13, & 20
Course Time: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: Sala
Min/Max Students: 6/12
Enroll before April 2

[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 the Spanish pronunciation, some vocabulary, and social protocols. The instructor will give the material in class.

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 :).
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: $600 MXN
   Non-members: $780 MXN
Course Dates: April 12 & 19
Course Time: 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Location: Sala
Min/Max Students: 4/30

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

Description:
This is a two-session class.
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.
Advance Care A Lake Chapala Society Educational Course:

Advance Care Planning Workshop
on Living Well and Dying Well in Lakeside
Instructor: Loretta Downs
Course Fee:
   LCS members: $500 MXN
   Non-members: $650 MXN
Course Dates: April 19 & 26
Course Time: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: Sala
Min/Max Students: 6/30
Enroll before: April 14
[a href='personal_enrichment_form.php?course=advanceCare' target='_blank']CLICK HERE TO ENROLL ON-LINE[/a]
No Refunds

Description:
This is a two-session class.

In Session One you learn about the practical aspects of preparing for the end of your life. We explore the legal paperwork necessary in Mexico to protect yourself from unwanted medical care, and how to create a system of support for yourself.

Session Two reviews Part 1 and examines eight practices for creating peaceful transitions through life and death, and how to talk to loved ones about your end-of-life wishes.

Handouts are included. Bring material for taking notes.

Comments from previous attendees:
“Thank you so much for the very useful and heartfelt presentations.”

“It was extremely beneficial.”

“I attended your recent workshop at LCS. Thank you for the most helpful conversation and information. You help with some rather difficult decisions and actions and do it well - with directness, obvious care for the group, and humor as well. I thought you managed the conversation well, allowing participants to express their appropriate concerns, stories, and questions and skillfully moving away from those unhelpful. I'm 77 and have put this off, not avoiding it, just postponing it. Now, with your help, I'm addressing it. You are providing a very important and well-managed service.”

“I know everyone who took your class is feeling the same way I am — grateful. THANK YOU!”

About your instructor:

Loretta Downs
Loretta Downs, MS, CSA, has a master's degree in gerontology and thanatology and is a certified advance care planning facilitator, Certified Senior Advisor, death doula, and inspirational public speaker with over 35 years of experience working with end-of-life issues. She is an advocate for a gentle exit and dignified departure.
Intro to Lakeside A Lake Chapala Society Educational Course:

Intro to Lakeside — In-Person
Instructor: Barbara Harkness
Course Fee:
   LCS members: $660 MXN
   Non-members: $850 MXN
Course Date: April 17
Course Time: 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Location: Sala
Min/Max Students: 4/30

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

Description:
Are you planning to move to Chapala’s Lakeside or have you just moved? Welcome to Mexico!

Let us support you with basic information that will help you make good decisions and understand how things work in the region. There is a world to know. But, let's start with the basics. In this class you will learn about the following topics:

Where exactly is Lakeside
Lakeside Communities
Ajijic Village
Fiestas
LCS
Health & Medical
Eating Out - Eating In
Money - Banks & ATM’s
Churches
Entertainment & Recreation
Transportation
Accommodation ∧ Utilities

At the class, you will be given some materials that will be helpful for your stay.

Prepare your questions — we'll be ready to give you answers.
   
Intro to Lakeside - Online A Lake Chapala Society Educational Course:

Intro to Lakeside — Online (via Zoom)
Instructor: Barbara Harkness
Course Fee:
   LCS members: $660 MXN
   Non-members: $850 MXN
Course Date: Monday April 24
Course Time: 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Location: Via Zoom
Min/Max Students: 4/10
Enroll before April 15

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

Description:
Are you planning to move to Chapala’s Lakeside or have you just moved? Welcome to Mexico!

Let us support you with basic information that will help you make good decisions and understand how things work in the region. There is a world to know. But, let's start with the basics. In this class you will learn about the following topics:

Where exactly is Lakeside
Lakeside Communities
Ajijic Village
Fiestas
LCS
Health & Medical
Eating Out - Eating In
Money - Banks & ATM’s
Churches
Entertainment & Recreation
Transportation
Accommodation ∧ Utilities

This class is given by Zoom. We do not record it. It is completely live.

We will send you some materials as well as the link to the session by email so that you can follow the class in a clearer and more orderly manner. There is a lot to learn. The email is sent from 24 to 48 hours prior to the class.

Prepare your questions — we'll be ready to give you answers.
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

[a href='spanish_form.php' target='_blank']CLICK HERE TO ENROLL ON-LINE[/a]
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.