The United States Marine Corps, often the first into battle and the last to leave, will celebrate their 237th birthday on Saturday, November 10. Fittingly, since the Marine Corps was established during a meeting at the Tun Tavern in Philadelphia, they will gather for the ceremony locally at Trattoria Axixic (owned and operated by Juan Noltanious, a Marine).

Lakesiders are in for plenty of fireworks, festivity and religious fervor as two beloved icons make the rounds over the coming week.

Little Fernando Neira Sandoval presents Padre Adalberto Macias with a check for 12,500 pesos made from funds raised at the Terranova Institute’s recent “Run for Help” event.

Joining with Terry’s Tianguiz store of previously loved fashions, the Ladies Auxiliary of American Legion Post 7 in Chapala will stage the “Hot Looks for Cool Nights” fashion show on Thursday, November 8, 1:30 p.m. at the post.

Grupo Pro-Ajijic 2012, sponsoring organization of the first annual village Day of the Dead parade and fiesta, is seeking active community participation and some economic support to help defray expenses for decorating floats, the village plaza and altars honoring the dearly departed.