Lake Chapala Society

Among the numerous clubs and organizations one can join (see below), the most helpful to visitors, new and long-time residents is the Lake Chapala Society (LCS), founded over 50 years ago as an expatriate service organization with a strong commitment to helping the local community.

The LCS has an extensive book and video library, and can answer any question you may have about living in Mexico and, in particular, the Lakeside area.

There are regularly scheduled programs providing free tests and screenings for medical concerns like skin cancer, blood pressure, hearing, vision and diabetes.  Vaccinations are also given at very low cost.

Spanish lessons at all levels are available for a very small fee.  The LCS Lecture Program provides a variety of learning and participatory activities on a monthly basis.  We even have a group of HAM radio operators, who maintain and operate an emergency radio station on the LCS property.

You can learn all about the programs and services offered by the Lake Chapala ociety at their web site by selecting the link on the right of this page. 

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Other Clubs

There are clubs one can join to satisfy almost any interest ... Canadian, American and European clubs ... clubs for artists, bird lovers, computer users, writer's, gardeners, quilters, bridge players, gourmet cooks, Democrats & Republicans Abroad, music lovers, theatre lovers and more.

The American Legion, Air Force Association, Navy, Masons, Shriners, Daughters and Sons of the American Revolution, Rotarians ... all have groups here ... you can even find clubs to study butterflies or the history of Ireland.

Personal Improvement

Al-Anon, Alcoholics Anonymous, CODA, Gamblers Anonymous, Overeaters Anonymous, Weight Watchers, Women's Support Group, etc. are here, as well.