RON JANOFF began writing performing and publishing poetry in New York in the 1970’s, took a long hiatus as a Director at New York University, earned his Ph.D. there, went on to teach Latin in Brooklyn high schools, served as President of the New York Classical Club, and became a licensed New York City tour

The Thanksgiving Day after my mother died, I sat at the table with a dozen of my closest family members. The youngest was my 22-year-old godson on his way to Iraq with the Marines. The eldest was my 91-year-old Aunt Vera, the last of my mother’s four siblings to still be living. Everyone was worried

Exciting New Classes Coming to LCS This November! The Education and Culture Department of The Lake Chapala Society continues its mission to keep members and the community informed, engaged, and empowered through a wide range of learning opportunities. In addition to our signature monthly classes—such as Mexican Manners, Introduction to Spanish, and How to Get

I recently returned to Ajijic from a trip that saw me in the Philippines, Vietnam, Cambodia, and Thailand. The front half of the trip was a family affair – there were eight of us total, and it was a whirlwind. Together, this cumbersome machine descended on Southeast Asia to visit another family member, based in

Harry Bublin arrived at lakeside 25 years ago, ready to retire. Now, at age 77, he admits that didn’t happen. Instead, he threw himself into community work, initiating and running projects ranging from recycling to roadwork to student aid. When I met him, it was in his role as retiring Vice President of the Board