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El Centro for Life Around Lake Chapala
On-Time Event Updates, Community Connections and FAQs for Newbies & Neighbors

discover & explore

What is Lakeside Lista?
In Spanish, lista has a double meaning: it means list, but it also means ready. ​
We are here to curate and share resources and events across these categories:

Esenciales

Your Starter Kit
Unpacking boxes? Still making plans? Find answers to the FAQs and trusted resources.

Life Around the Lake

  • Making Friends

  • Neighborhoods

  • Tourism

  • Immigration

  • Banking & Money

  • Legal & Government

Voluntarios

Giving Back

With your time, talent or resources, you will find your place to make an impact.

  • Organizations

  • Children & Youth

  • Food Insecurity

  • Sustainability

  • Clean Air & Water

  • Arts & Music

Cultura y Comida

The Heart & Soul of Lakeside

From street food to nightlife, from etiquette and customs, to arts and travel, get ready for a non-stop social life.​

  • Festivals & Holidays

  • Learning Spanish

  • The Arts

  • Restaurants

  • Nightlife

  • Community Life

Negocios

Working & Business

From reliable wi-fi to launching a startup, connect with others and get to work! 

  • Remote Working

  • Employment

  • Entrepreneurship

  • Networking & Coworking

  • Non-Profit & Social Enterprise

  • Trusted Resources

Viviendas

Living Around the Lake

Buying or renting? For the season or the rest of your life? There's a lot to know, and there are a lot of opinions! Find trusted experts here. 

  • Buying & Selling

  • Renting & Hosting

  • Neighborhoods

  • Financing

  • Listings

  • Resources

Salud

Health & Wellness

Connect with local professionals and spaces from emergency care to mind/body modalities. 

  • Medical

  • Mind / Body

  • Healthy Eating

  • Fitness

  • Elder Care

  • Insurance Coverage

event highlights

find your people

get the app

1. Download
"Spaces by Wix"

2. Use invite code
YMT04L

3. Add the icon to your Home Screen

Need help?
Click the Chat Box >>

Jump in a group

Join ¡Todos!

and Introduce Yourself.

  • Who are you?

  • Which neighborhood do you call home?

  • What do you like to do around here?

  • Where's your favorite secret spot?

find your people

Look for a group of folks who share your interests.

Or start your own!

Just like a Facebook group without all the ick.

Do it
your way

Take a minute to set up your preferences for mobile notifications and email.

Become a member and you will always have a bespoke view of your favorites.

Gaby de Obeso

"This app will be very helpful to coordinate with clients who are getting their residency documents, signing leases and more."

K.J. & Craig

"Imagine knowing about a big event BEFORE it happens rather than the next day!"

Carol Curtis

"What's App and Facebook just can't keep up with all of our volunteers activity"

@2026 Daryn de Zengotita 

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