Lakeside Living – May 2026

MAY 2026 EVENTS

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Bravo! Theatre

Experience the enchantment of CineMusic at The BRAVO! May 1, 2 and 3 at 4PM. Some of Lakeside’s best singers and instrumentalists will lead you on a tour of iconic theme songs and Oscar award winning songs throughout the history of film, as you watch the movie’s scenes onscreen. The stellar cast includes Kristine Leigh, Patrick Trotter, Roberto Mora, and Christy Caldwell, who are joined by special guests Brian Mathers, Amaranta Santos, Leonardo Mora, Wayne Watson, and Miguel Soto. Reserve online at: tickets@thebravo.org or in person at It’s Kinda Bazar…And Kinda Not. $400 pesos.

May 1 to June 29

Casa Del Sol

Our new exhibit, Light Up Your Life, runs from May 1^st to June 29^th. The exhibit presents the amazingly colorful silk batik work of artist Synthia David. Her whimsical artisanal lamps, scarves and pictures will surely light up your life!

Meet the artist at the opening reception on Friday, May 1^st from 4 PM to 6 PM at Casa Del Sol, Javier Mina 7, Ajijic. Synthia David is a globally-inspired artist known for her vibrant silk batik lampshades. Born in Nashville, Tennessee, Synthia has lived in Panama, Argentina, Indonesia, and Mexico, where her art has been shaped by diverse cultures and landscapes.

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Lake Chapala Orchestra

Don’t miss an afternoon of world-class music as the Lake Chapala Orchestra returns with “Masters of Melody” on Saturday, May 16, at 2:00 PM. Under the direction of conductor Michael Reason, the concert features a prestigious guest appearance by Ely Molletones, Principal Oboe of the Jalisco Philharmonic Orchestra.

The program highlights the wit of Rossini’s The Italian Girl in Algiers Overture, the lyrical beauty of Richard Strauss’s Oboe Concerto, and the dramatic genius of Mozart’s Symphony No. 38 “Prague”.

The performance will be held at the Robert Kleffel Auditorium (Instituto Tecnológico, Libramiento Chapala–Ajijic #200). Tickets are $400 and can be reserved in advance by emailing LCCOtickets@gmail.com.

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Lakeside Little Theatre

At 4pm on Monday, May 18th, Lakeside Little Theatre (LLT) will host the next performance of its Met Live opera season, Tchaikovsky’s lyrical Eugene Onegin. Filmed live at New York’s acclaimed Metropolitan Opera, Eugene Onegin will be projected with LLT’s state-of-the-art screen and sound system, sung in Russian with English subtitles. The story chronicles a selfish hero who lives to regret his casual rejection of a young woman’s love and his careless incitement of a fatal duel with his best friend. Tickets available at lakesidelittletheatre.com and at the box office before the performance.

ONGOING COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES

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Ajijic Writers Group

The Ajijic Writers Group meets 11 AM–1 PM on the 1st, 3rd, and (when applicable) 5th Fridays of each month in the garden of La Nueva Posada (Donato Guerra 9, Ajijic). Rain or shine. Writers of all levels are welcome. If you are interested in presenting your writing, please contact Carol Bowman, who keeps our reading calendar, at bowmanlcarol@gmail.com.

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Democrats Abroad Lake Chapala

Every Monday 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM Voter Assistance at the Lake Chapala Society.

Wednesday 6^th 10:00 AM Coffee & Conversation.  Pranzo, Blvd. Ajijic #105, La Floresta

Monday 18^th 4:00 PM Cocktails & Conversation. La Bodega, 16 de Septiembre #124, Ajijic. For more information visit: www.democratsabroad.org/mx_lake_chapala.

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Friends of ANAVETS

Progressive Bingo at Scallion Ajijic Bistro every Saturday at 1 PM. All proceeds go to charities throughout Lakeside. Friends of the ANAVETS is the Lakeside charitable organization of businesses and partners that support ANAVETS Mexico Unit #19, a community-oriented veterans group based at Lake Chapala that welcomes veterans, first responders, and community members alike. Scallion, Blvd. De Jin XI 117, Ajijic.

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Ask an Expat

Free ! ‘Ask an Expat’ helps visitors learn about Lakeside. Considering moving to Lakeside? Start at Casa Del Sol, Javier Mina #7, Ajijic. Ask an Expat Happy Hour occurs on the first & third Tuesdays of each month at 5:00 p.m. It’s free. No reservations required. Cash bar available.

Steve Taylor and his wife retired to Lakeside in 2022, first renting in Riberas and now San Antonio Tlayacapan homeowners. Steve will lead a discussion on visitor questions and his “10 Expat Commandments.”

Questions? Text +1 (512) 921-6150 or email newkidintown78624@gmail.com

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The Heart of Awareness

The Heart of Awareness (HOA), located at Guadalupe Victoria #101, Ajijic Centro; is pleased to offer MEDITATION FOR PEACE & HEALING project, on the Second Monday of the Month in April/May/June, from 3-4 pm. Come and engage your creative energy through Imagery, cultivate a “bodhisattva” attitude of ‘working for the liberation of all beings’, and envelop yourself in a warm and interactive practice. Guided session, visualizations, movement, chants, sharing in an intentional space. By donation. Please arrive 10 minutes early to settle in.

Need more information? Contact: InnerBeingHealingArts@gmail.com

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Lakeside Freethinkers

The Lakeside Freethinkers plan to meet on Thursday, May 21 starting at about 4 PM to discuss the importance of public education, how to protect it from incursions by religious sectarian interests, and to promote Freethinking principles such as critical thinking, scientific literacy, and similar subjects. The program will be held via Zoom.

There is no cost to attend the meeting.

RSVP Lloyd Kumley at: Lloydk65@gmail.com to receive further details.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

Ongoing

The Ranch

Currently, The Ranch could really use people with experience and/or interest in organizing FUNDRAISERS. Can you help with this?? And we always need DOG WALKERS and FOSTERS!  Dog walking occurs every day between 9:15 and 12:00.  Contact us at: adoptaranchdog@outlook.com for more information.  Our 70+ dogs thank you!

Ongoing

Lucky Dog Rescue & Adoption Center

Volunteers Needed at Lucky Dog! 

Lucky Dog rescue (near Chapala) is looking for caring humans to help our shelter dogs thrive. Volunteers help with daily tasks like walking dogs, feeding, setting up nighttime pens, playing fetch, cuddling puppies, and keeping the shelter running smoothly. Even a few hours makes a big difference in these dogs’ lives. If you love animals and want to make a real impact, we would love you on our team. Compassion required — experience optional. For more information contact volunteer coordinator Melanie Rosen at: melanierosen62@gmail.com

Give your time. Change a life.