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  1. From Chuck Wilder Chuck Wilder will be in Ajijic from 8/1 thru 8/30 if anyone has a need for notarization services but can’t make it to LCS during those times advertised ,they can contact Chuck Wilder directly on his cell phone or personal email at chuckw1071@aol.com.
  2. U.S. NOTARIZATIONS Charles (“Chuck”) D. Wilder, Esq., who is an LCS member and a Board Certified Florida attorney, is also what is known as a Civillaw Notary. This allows him to notarize documents here in Mexico that are valid for recording, filing or other notarization purposes back in the U.S. He will be here an available on the LCS campus from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm on Friday, August 19, 2022 and 10:00 am to 1:00 pm Tuesday, August 23, 2022 to assist members with notarizing documents for the nominal fees of $35 for the first document and $25 for each additional document. Chuck will accept US currency or equivalent cash in pesos. [Please note a requirement of the Civil-law Notary commission under Florida law is that he keep a copy of each document he notarizes in his protocol. You will be required to make a copy in the LCS office of each document to provide him for his protocol at your expense.]
  3. Powered by Magic Thumb™ A Lake Chapala Society Educational Course: Chiles en Nogada Class Instructor: Hotsson Hotel Course Fee: LCS members: $560 MXN Non-members: $728 MXN Course Dates: Aug 8 Course Time: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM Location: Hotsson Hotel Min/Max Students: 6/20 CLICK HERE TO ENROLL ON-LINE No Refunds Description: Chiles en Nogada Festival Mexico's Chiles en Nogada season is approaching, and the Hotsson Hotel in Chapala is getting ready to celebrate. LCS and Hotsson together have planned a class where you'll learn how to prepare and assemble this iconic Mexican dish. In addition, of course, to taste them. Nogada sauce has its own particularities, discover them and enjoy them. If you need a ride, please let us know so we can plan it. The class is 70% demonstrative. The price includes: Snack, Chile en nogada, Mexican dessert, & 1 beverage (white or red wine, beer, soft drink, lemonade or orangeade)
  4. Thumb™ A Lake Chapala Society Educational Course: Financial management for Ex-Pats Instructor: Ted Togers Course Fee: LCS members: $500 MXN Non-members: $650 MXN Course Dates: Aug 29, Sep 1, 5, 8 & 12 Course Time: 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM Location: South Campus Board Room Min/Max Students: 6/12 CLICK HERE TO ENROLL ON-LINE No Refunds Description: Living in another country with a somewhat different economic management than in your country of origin, a growing inflation, a different currency, among other things, makes you reflect on what strategies are appropriate for your 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. — tcrogersphd@gmail.com 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
  5. Powered by Magic Thumb™ 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: Aug 27 Course Time: 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM Location: Neill James Patio Min/Max Students: 6/20 CLICK HERE TO ENROLL ON-LINE 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 participatEL
  6. humb™ A Lake Chapala Society Educational Course: Advance Care Planning Workshop: Living Well and Dying Well Lakeside Instructor: Loretta S. Downs Course Fee: LCS members: $300 MXN Non-members: $390 MXN Course Dates: Aug 10 & 17 Course Time: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Location: Gazebo Min/Max Students: 4/20 CLICK HERE TO ENROLL ON-LINE No Refunds Description: Why bother to plan ahead of an emergency? Because most health care emergencies involve many people. Some are known to you, some are not. The more information they have, the better your outcome. Planning ahead puts you in control. Whether you’re here full time, part time, or just visiting, registering your 2-page LCS Post Life and Emergency document will make a difference in your quality of life and your peace of mind. This 2-part workshop gives you information on Mexican healthcare directives, wills, and the LCS document along with guidance and motivation to complete and register your document as part of your total advance care planning process. About your instructor: Loretta S. Downs — loretta.downs@gmail.com Loretta Downs, MA, is an internationally recognized inspirational speaker, writer and consultant on the subject of preparing for and supporting the end-of-life experience with comfort and dignity. Ms. Downs is a storyteller with extraordinary experiences that suffuse her lively presentations with love, compassion, hope and wisdom. Her perspective on the end of life is informed by more than 35 years of being a companion to AIDS patients, friends, family, hospice patients and nursing home residents through the end of life. Ms. Downs retired from a successful business career at 50 and was drawn by her experiences to study dying and death. She earned a Masters Degree in Gerontology in 2009. She is Past-President of the Chicago End-of-Life Care Coalition, a Metta Institute Certified End-of-Life Care Practitioner, a graduate of Roshi Joan Halifax’s “Being With Dying” training, a Certified Respecting ChoicesÔ Advance Care Planning Facilitator, a Certified Senior Advisor, and a death doula. She is a member of a hospital Ethics Committee, the Association for Death Education and Counseling, the American Society on Aging, and the International End-of-Life Doula Association. Shed has published numerous articles and been quoted by others in both print and on social media. She founded ChrysalisÔ End-of-Life Inspirations to fulfill her mission “to create opportunities to talk about dying and death in positive terms.” She advocates for private ChrysalisÔ Rooms in nursing homes and hospitals so families can keep vigil with a loved one who is dying. Her reflections on the history of keeping vigil are included in an interview in a ChrysalisÔ Room for the film, “Consider the Conversation, A Documentary on a Taboo Subject.” Author Katy Butler cites the Chrysalis Room in her book, "The Art of Dying Well: A Practical Guide to a Good End of Life," as does Joyce Simard in her book, “Namaste End of Life Care for People With Dementia.” She is quoted in Louis Silverstein’s book, “Encountering Life’s Endings.” In summer, Ms. Downs raises Monarch butterflies from eggs found in her garden. She uses their mysterious stages of metamorphosis as a metaphor for the miraculous cycle of life. The story of her spiritual connection to Monarchs was featured in a Chicago Tribune Sunday Magazine cover story, and her TEDx talk, The Mysterious Metamorphosis at the End of Life.
  7. Powered by Magic Thumb™ A Lake Chapala Society Educational Course: Introduction to Lakeside — by Zoom Instructor: Rachel McMillen Course Fee: LCS members: $500 MXN Non-members: $650 MXN Course Dates: Aug 12 Course Time: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM Location: By Zoom Min/Max Students: 4/10 CLICK HERE TO ENROLL ON-LINE No Refunds Description: Are you planning to move to the 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 mail 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 will be ready to give you answers. About your instructor: English Language & Literature (University of Melbourne) Dip. Ed. (Melbourne) Adult Education (Vancouver College) Rachel McMillen is the author of five books. Two of the books were nominated for the Arthur Ellis Award. She has also written articles for various publications, including Pacific Yachting and Seasons Magazine.
  8. Powered by Magic Thumb™ A Lake Chapala Society Educational Course: Introduction to Lakeside — In-Person Class Instructor: Rachel McMillen Course Fee: LCS members: $600 MXN Non-members: $780 MXN Course Dates: Aug 8 Course Time: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM Location: Ken Gosh Pavilion Min/Max Students: 4/15 CLICK HERE TO ENROLL ON-LINE No Refunds Description: Are you planning to move to the 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 will be ready to give you answers. About your instructor: English Language & Literature (University of Melbourne) Dip. Ed. (Melbourne) Adult Education (Vancouver College) Rachel McMillen is the author of five books. Two of the books were nominated for the Arthur Ellis Award. She has also written articles for various publications, including Pacific Yachting and Seasons Magazine.
  9. Powered by Magic Thumb™ A Lake Chapala Society Educational Course: Mexican Manners Instructor: Alfredo Pérez Course Fee: LCS members: $400 MXN Non-members: $520 MXN Course Dates: Aug 3 Course Time: 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM Location: Ken Gosh Pavilion Min/Max Students: 4/20 CLICK HERE TO ENROLL ON-LINE 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 :).
  10. A Lake Chapala Society Spanish Course: Introduction to Spanish Instructor: Inez Dyer Course Fee: LCS members: $380 MXN Non-members: $494 MXN Course Dates: Aug 02, 09, & 16 Course Time: 2:00 PM - 3:45 PM Location: Wilkes Centre Min/Max Students: 4/12 CLICK HERE TO ENROLL ON-LINE 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.
  11. Powered by Magic Thumb™ 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: Aug 8 & 11 Course Time: 2:00 PM - 3:45 PM Location: Neill James Veranda Min/Max Students: 4/20 CLICK HERE TO ENROLL ON-LINE 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.
  12. Shopping Trip to Guadalajara Bus trips to Home Depot / COSTCO / Mega July 26. Cost $550 MXN for members and $715 MXN for non-members. Ticket Sales: ** PURCHASE HERE USING CREDIT CARD ** No Refunds or exchanges. Description: This trip features opportunities to shop for a wide variety of products that are notreadily available in the Lakeside area. Our first stop will be at Costco on Lopez Mateos (there will be an opportunity for you to visit Mega as well), and then head to Home Depot. We will be on a bus with plenty of room for your shopping and to travel in comfort. 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 every time we board. Bus departs promptly at 8:00 AM from the sculpture in La Floresta.
  13. Call 332 945 3267 for an appointment. The grand opening is February 18th at 1 p.m. but you should be able to schedule an appointment before that. At the opening, it will also be announced that if you buy a StarKey hearing aid, the factory will donate one to someone in need.
  14. Only for concerts. Entering the campus for other reasons still requires temp, hand sanitizer, etc when entering. This is in compliance with the most recent Jalisco laws. LCS is still only offering outside events Admission to office and library are no more than two at a time.
  15. For LCS, the well-being of the entire community is a priority, for this reason, we have always tried to follow State of Jalisco protocols to reduce the risks related to COVID. In compliance with the revised provisions announced this week, we will reinforce our preventive measures and follow the new protocols that have been identified for January and February, it will be mandatory to present a proof of vaccination certificate or a PCR test with negative results for attending Concerts during this period. To make this process as efficient as possible, for those who can provide proof of vaccine status, you have the option to provide this proof once and we can keep this on file for future concerts and major events. The rest of our protocols remain unchanged. We will continue to monitor State of Jalisco regulations as they are announced. Thank you for all your support
  16. Lake Chapala Society LCS, is seeking to update its list of charitable, social, and support organizations. These groups could include environmental, social issues, animal welfare, support groups, etc. -- any group that contributes and gives back to the Lakeside area. If you are involved with a group and want to ensure the group's inclusion in LCS' inventory, please use this Google form: https://forms.gle/195gjxjW1z2X9kba6
  17. Polo was affiliated with this Guadalajara company who will be providing hearing services by the end of January. All guarantees, etc provided by Polo will be honored. The facility is being renovated and updated - same previous location. I'll post when facility is open.
  18. Polo was affiliated with this Guadalajara company who will be providing hearing services by the end of January. All guarantees, etc provided by Polo will be honored. The facility is being renovated and updated - same previous location. I'll post when facility is open.
  19. LCS EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS Driver license class. Description: In the process of adapting and modernizing ourselves to the changes the world puts in front of us, we present you the Driver's License class. The purpose of this class is to provide you with the necessary knowledge to obtain a new license or to renew it. It lasts an hour and a half and in it we will see these topics: · Documents and processing. · Types of driver's license in Jalisco. · Mexican Police · Secretary of Transportation in Jalisco. · Visual traffic signs. · Body language and sound of traffic agents. All the necessary orientation to get your driver's license in your hands. Material will be sent over email previous to the class. Instructor: Alfredo Pérez Course Fee: $400 MXN Date and times: Class: Monday, Jan 03 from 2:00 to 3:30 pm. Test day at Secretaría de Transporte: Thursday, Jan 13. Early morning. For classes in LCS grounds, we’ll follow the Covid protocol with no exceptions. LCS classes are not first come first serve, they are first payed first served. To sign up, make sure your membership is current and remains active for the duration of this course. Registration requires payment. There is no refund.
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