One of the things that concerns people when they think of retiring in the Lakeside area is what to do in case of an emergency. Is there an ambulance here? Inside the Ambulance Yes, there is an ambulance. The Cruz Roja has four of them. They are all fully equipped. There is also a rescue truck with Jaws of Life, an ATV for difficult terrain aid and a boat for aquatic rescue. All the vehicles are...

Have you ever thought about getting involved with the theater? Well, here is your opportunity. The Lakeside Little Theatre is in need of volunteers to get involved in all aspects of production, from acting to set design and all things in between. Artists are needed to do the set designs. Lakeside Little Theatre Sign It is located in San Antonio, in between Ajijic and Lake Chapala, off Allen...

The Maple leaf Club is a social gathering for Canadians and friends of Canadians. They meet at the American Legion once a month on the first Thursday of the month. They meet from three in the afternoon until six in the evening. A Proud Canadian It is a casual setting. I went to their July meeting and it was held on the Patio. Not many people showed up that day but I was told it was because of the...

Can-Am stands for Canadian and American. Since Canada Day was on the First of July, and Fourth of July celebrations for Americans are only three days later, the Lake Chapala Society had a combined day of celebration. Everyone was invited--Canadians, Americans, Mexicans and anyone else interested in having a good time. It was held on the second of July and it was very successful. Entrance to the Can-Am...

The hot springs and hotel are located next to the lake on the way into San Juan Cosala. If you are driving on the carretera from Ajijic, as soon as you pass the lakeside restaurants, you will see the sign over the road. You turn left and one block down to the left you will see it. Entrance to the Hotel and the Spa The hot springs spa and hotel have been in existence for over forty-five years....

The Lake Chapala Duplicate Bridge Club Located in Riberas del Pilar, next to Mom’s Deli. It is easy to find. Just look for the Mom’s Deli sign on the side of the building and then the Lakeside Bridge Center sign on the arch over the entrance to both places. It is on the lake side of the carretera. After you enter under the arch, turn left and you will see a small garden area and...

The Famous Mom's Deli and Restaurant Mom’s Deli is located in Riberas del Pilar at the Maskaras Plaza. The address is: Av. Hidalgo #79-I, next to Plaza Maskaras. Mom’s Deli is open Monday through Sunday closed on Wednesday Breakfast 7:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m Lunch is: 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Saturday Lunch hours: 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Sunday Brunch 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. It is easy to find. It...

Min Wah Chinese Restaurant Min Wah serves Cantonese, Mandarin and Szechuan food in the American-Chinese style. It fits the formula for success. The owner is hard working and has been hard working since he was a young boy. Their contact info is: Hours for Chinese food are: from 11:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m He serves breakfast from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m The address is: Calle al Tepalo # 96-A Tuesday through...

Mexico has more than it’s share of unwanted dogs and cats. Fortunately for the animals in the lakeside area, there are many hard working and devoted people associated with the Animal Shelter, doing their best to help alleviate this problem. Cat Shelter and Store Many towns in Mexico have mangy and starving animals wandering the streets. Because of the tireless work of the animal loving people...

Mario's Restaurant in San Antonio, Mx Mario’s Restaurant is located half a block from the San Antonio Plaza. If you don’t have a car, the small buses go through town and stop at the plaza. It is an interesting area to visit on your way to Mario’s. Address: Ramon Corona #132 Town: San Antonio Tlayacapan Open: Tuesday – Sunday Hours: 9pm – 5pm Front of Mario's Restaurant There are almost a...