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Ribera Arts Review - August 25, 2012
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- Published on Friday, 24 August 2012 12:34
- Written by Jeanne Chaussee
Calendars
Ajijic’s most popular calendars, “Our Beloved Mexico 2013,” in this 20th edition by Enrique and Belva Velazquez, are now on sale in various sites around Lakeside. The calendars, featuring reproductions of paintings by the artists and big squares to write in your most important upcoming events cost 150 pesos each. Besides using them to keep your own busy social life in order, you’ll be able to keep up with important Mexican, United States and Canadian holidays. If you don’t find them someplace else, stop at the Velazquez Gallery at 16 de Septiembre 7 in Ajijic. It’s open Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Ribera Arts Review - August 18, 2012
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- Published on Friday, 17 August 2012 12:09
- Written by Jeanne Chaussee
New group
A new art/artisan group is forming at Lakeside. Called Lakeside Artisan Association, the group is looking for members who are skilled at their trades or handicrafts and looking to aid those members in marketing their goods. Applications will be screened by the board of directors, Charles Freeland, Laura Dunaway, Mario and Marina Maurtua, Barbara Milagros and Tony Passorello.
Ribera Arts Review - June 9, 2012
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- Published on Friday, 08 June 2012 10:59
- Written by Jeanne Chaussee
Art Room
The Beat Colors Art Room, a new Lakeside art gallery located upstairs at Plaza Bugambilias, celebrates its grand opening on Friday, June 15 and Saturday, June 16.
Ribera Arts Review - August 11, 2012
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- Published on Friday, 10 August 2012 12:40
- Written by Jeanne Chaussee
Free recital
Sunday, August 12, 4 p.m. at St. Andrew’s Anglican Church in Riberas del Pilar, popular mezzo-soprano Kimball Wheeler will present a concert of songs by Schubert, Charles E. Ives and Richard Strauss. Sharing the spotlight will be the brilliant Spanish pianist Javier Vasquez Grela. The entrance is free but donations for the Promusicis organization will be accepted.
Ribera Arts Review - June 2, 2012
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- Published on Friday, 01 June 2012 11:45
- Written by Jeanne Chaussee
Elections
The Ajijic Society of the Arts (ASA) meets Monday, June 4, 10 a.m. at La Bodega Restaurant (coffee is on at 9:30 a.m.).
Ribera Arts Review - August 4, 2012
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- Published on Friday, 03 August 2012 12:24
- Written by Jeanne Chaussee
Storytellers
The Storytellers group is looking for new submissions of short fiction by Lakeside writers. The group is about to begin a new season of monthly readings by the authors themselves or experienced readers, that will take place at the Lake Chapala Society. Stories can be as short as 500 words. The theme for September is “Survival.” Future themes being considered are “Things That Go Bump in the Night,” “Turn It On” and “Mexican Christmas.”
Ribera Arts Review - May 26, 2012
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- Published on Friday, 25 May 2012 12:23
- Written by Jeanne Chaussee
Sunday sing
The next scheduled Sunday Sing will be on Sunday, May 27, at Alicia’s Assisted Living, (Paseo del Lago 9, La Floresta). Singers are hoping to pull at least two of Alicia’s houses together so that more residents can enjoy the music.
Ribera Arts Review - July 28, 2012
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- Published on Friday, 27 July 2012 12:24
- Written by Jeanne Chaussee
Exhibition
Ajijic artist Cathy Chalvignac will open her studio and garden to the public on Saturday, July 28, 3 p.m. for her latest exhibition of paintings, “Transportadores del Tiempo” (Time Travelers). Besides viewing Chalvignac’s exquisite photographic-realism paintings, visitors will enjoy cocktails, music of the jazz group Acasia and the beautiful ambiance of the garden located at Calle 16 de Septiembre 22.
Ribera Arts Review - May 19, 2012
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- Published on Friday, 18 May 2012 14:53
- Written by Jeanne Chaussee
Harping
For a real lift, don’t miss the annual folk harp festival.
Ribera Arts Review - July 21, 2012
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- Published on Friday, 20 July 2012 12:18
- Written by GR Staff
Special
Lyric tenor Francisco Bedoy, who is receiving support from VIVA la Musica! to help him study at the University of Kentucky, will sing for VIVA members on Thursday, August 9, 6 p.m. in the Capilla del Rosario on the plaza in Ajijic. Donations will be accepted at the door.
Ribera Arts Review - May 12 2012
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- Published on Friday, 11 May 2012 12:28
- Written by Jeanne Chaussee
The beat
Enjoy some sultry jazz with “The Friends” on kahon, clarinet and skiffel-bass on Sunday, May 13, 2-5 p.m. at La Tasca. It’s just the thing for a day on the lake. Call 766-5269 for reservations.
Ribera Arts Review - July 14, 2012
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- Published on Friday, 13 July 2012 13:20
- Written by Jeanne Chaussee
Cultural center
The Gonzalez Gallo Cultural Center (old train station) in Chapala is hosting the Orquesta Tipica de Autlan with 40 kids and adults playing typical Mexican instruments such as marimbas, harps, percussion, brass and strings. The concert is scheduled for Tuesday, July 17, 7 p.m. Admission is free.
Ribera Arts Review - May 5 2012
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- Published on Friday, 04 May 2012 12:17
- Written by Jeanne Chaussee
Artists gather
The Ajijic Society of the Arts (ASA) meets Monday, May 7, 10 a.m. at La Bodega Restaurant. The coffee is on at 9:30 a.m.
Ribera Arts Review - July 7, 2012
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- Published on Friday, 06 July 2012 12:08
- Written by Jeanne Chaussee
Drawings
Don’t miss the opportunity to peruse the exquisite pencil drawings of Guadalajara artist Robert Aceves at an exhibition opening on Saturday, July 7, 6 p.m. at the Ajijic Cultural Center.
Ribera Arts Review - April 28, 2012
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- Published on Friday, 27 April 2012 12:36
- Written by Jeanne Chaussee
Songs for benefit
Enjoy the recital “Object of Desire, a Musical Odyssey” on Sunday, May 20, 4 p.m. at St. Andrew’s Anglican Church in Riberas del Pilar.
Ribera Arts Review – June 30, 2012
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- Published on Friday, 29 June 2012 15:00
- Written by Jeanne Chaussee
The anthem
The 36-voice primary school choir of Ajijic’s Instituto Loyola took the first place in the annual state competition for the singing of the Mexican National Anthem on June 15.
The choir made it to the state finals after having won both district and regional competitions promoted by the Jalisco Education Department (SEP).
Eight schools from all corners of Jalisco took part in the category “schools with music programs and teachers.” The moment of determining the order of performance was very emotional.
Ribera Arts Review - April 21, 2012
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- Published on Friday, 20 April 2012 13:09
- Written by Jeanne Chaussee
ASA
The Ajijic Society of the Arts (ASA) will exhibit their collective creations on Ajijic’s principal plaza on Sunday, April 22, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The organization of local artists will present paintings in varied media, jewelry, fabric art, photography and more. It’s definitely worth a stop. Those interested in joining ASA can find them on the first Monday of the month (the next one is May 7) 10 a.m. at La Bodega Restaurant, Calle 16 de Septiembre 124 in Ajijic. Get there early. The coffee’s ready at 9:30 a.m.
Ribera Arts Review - June 23, 2012
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- Published on Friday, 22 June 2012 12:43
- Written by Jeanne Chaussee
All that jazz
It’s their first time in Ajijic and the brass jazz duo Patrick Artero from France and Jean Pierre from Belgium are sure to please purists. They will hold forth on Friday, June 22, 7 p.m. at La Tasca Restaurant. The cover is just 30 pesos. Get set for something special.
Ribera Arts Review - April 14, 2012
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- Published on Friday, 13 April 2012 12:05
- Written by Jeanne Chaussee
Children's art
Vern Geiger of Lakeside Wildlife Rescue and Rehabilitation introduces Cleopatra the Python to kids in LCS Children’s Art Program, while helping them enroll in the PROFEPA National Art Contest. The children can enter paintings and drawings of endangered animals and the environment. The LCS art program is open to all interested children and meets Saturday mornings.
Ribera Arts Review - June 16, 2012
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- Published on Friday, 15 June 2012 12:05
- Written by Jeanne Chaussee
From Puerto Rico
A choral group from the University of Puerto Rico will present an excellent program of music from that country on Wednesday, June 20, beginning at 7 p.m. at the Gonzalez Gallo Cultural Center in Chapala. Admission is free.
Ribera Arts Review - April 7, 2012
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- Published on Thursday, 05 April 2012 01:00
- Written by Jeanne Chaussee
History
Master architect and historian Eduardo Vargas will begin a workshop titled “Civilizations, Art, Culture and History” on Tuesday, April 24 at the Gonzalez Gallo Cultural Center in Chapala.