The second issue of
The Isla Mujeres Magazine
to benefit Isla charities
is online,
featuring a variety of talented writers and photographers!
The Isla Mujeres Magazine
to benefit Isla charities
is online,
featuring a variety of talented writers and photographers!
Here's a link to the Magazine
If you'd like to donate $15 to your favorite charity to have an ad in this 2015 issue, contact me at westofcuba@gmail.com
If you'd like to donate $15 to your favorite charity to have an ad in this 2015 issue, contact me at westofcuba@gmail.com
This is the live webcam at North Beach / Playa Norte
From Noticias de Diario de Quintana Roo ....
link to their Isla articles
Challenge to creativity
Announcement of Lion Fish Gastronomic event III
Desafío a la creatividad
Convocan a III Muestra Gastronómica a Base de Pez León
Lanrry PARRA
ISLA MUJERES, 18 de julio.-
ISLA MUJERES, 18 de julio.-
Information about the “III Muestra Gastronómica a Base
del Pez León” is translated below and those who want to register or obtain more information may contact the Department of Ecology, located at the tourist center at Mundaca Hacienda, during office hours (Mon-Fri 9-4) or call 274 2579 or 998 810 2177.
Dance Academy presentation for Whale Shark Festival
Presentación de academia de danza
En el festival del tiburón ballena
Lanrry PARRA
ISLA MUJERES, 18 de julio.-
ISLA MUJERES, 18 de julio.-
The free event, carried out in coordination with the City, will take place today, July 19, at the Town Square stage. This will be the third time the academy has put on a year end performance, and this event will include the 70 students, plus invited artists. The performances will include: The Mask, Lion King, Flash Dance, Spiderman, High School Musical, and Frozzen, among others.
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Hoy realizamos una jornada
de limpieza en el parque "Las Fragatas", dentro del programa Director
Adopta un Parque y con la entusiasta colaboración del programa
Ayuntamiento en tu Colonia que en breve será reactivado para atender de
manera directa a la ciudadanía.
Today
we did a day of cleaning in the park ' Las Fragatas ",(The Frigates) as part of the of the
program "Director Adopt a Park" and with the enthusiastic collaboration
of the program: "The City in your Colonia" which will be reactivated soon to respond to directly to the public.
Les invitamos a la Gala de Ballet de la Compañía de Danza Clásica de Quintana Roo, este 30 de julio en la Palpa Mundaca.
We invite you to a Ballet Gala by the Classical Dancy Company of Quintana Roo, this 30th of July at the Mundaca palapa.
El titular del Consejo
Quintanarroense de Ciencia y Tecnología, Ing. Victor Alcerreca y el
alcalde isleño Agapito Magaña Sanchez, realizaron productiva gira de
trabajo para coordinar acciones y actividades del COQCYT en la ínsula.
The Director of the Quintana Roo Council for Science and Technology, Engineer Victor Alcerreca, and the Mayor, islander Agapito Magaña Sanchez,
conducted a productive tour of public works to coordinate actions and activities of
the COQCYT on the island..
Como cada año, el Ayuntamiento de Isla Mujeres reconoció la invaluable e importante labor de las secretarias.
Con un ameno convivio, la autoridad municipal valoró el trabajo cotidiano de estas empleadas. ENHORABUENA.
Con un ameno convivio, la autoridad municipal valoró el trabajo cotidiano de estas empleadas. ENHORABUENA.
As every year, the City of Isla Mujeres recognized the invaluable and important work of the secretaries.
At a delightful event , the municipal authorities expressed appreciation for the daily work of these employees. Congratulations and Thank You!
At a delightful event , the municipal authorities expressed appreciation for the daily work of these employees. Congratulations and Thank You!
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Dance Academy participating in Festival
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Social
Programan suspensión de luz por trabajos
0 19 de julio de 2015 By Carlos Gasca
La CFE realizará labores en la obra subterránea en la avenida Rueda Medina.TURISMO
Increasing the number of crossings
Atascada de cruecros
0 19 de julio de 2015 By Carlos Gasca
Ampliarán las corridas extras de ferrys, para poder atender la demanda de pasajeros.
Monday thru Friday
From Punta Sam to the Island: 6:15a, 7:15a, 11a, 1p, 2:45, 3:30, 5:30 and 8:15.
From Isla Mujeres to Punta Sam: 5:00a, 6:00a, 9:30a, 11:30a, 12:45p, 2:45, 4:15 and 7:15.
Saturday departures from Punta Sam: 7:15a, 11a, 2:15p, 5:30p and 8:15p; and the departures from the island will be at: 6:00a, 9:30a, 12.45p, 4:15p and 7:15p.
On Sunday there is also change in the schedule, as follows: Departures from Punta Sam at 9:15a, 1:30p, 17:30p and 20:15p; and from the island at 8a, 12p, 4:15p and 7:15p.
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http://www.tvislamujeres.com.mx/…/isla-mujeres-presume-al-…/
Unlike
Cancun and Puerto Morelos, where their beaches have been affected by seaweed washing up; in Isla Mujeres, it is not really a the problem, because the sea currents are favorable.
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From por esto Link to their Isla Mujeres articles
Cooperative's new administration holds meeting
Desmantelan cooperativa .. [+] Ver mas
Notary Public #32 of Isla Mujeres, Jorge Carlos Magana Sanchez, said a meeting was held at 10am in the office of the cooperative "Patria and Progreso", which was ransacked on Wednesday. It was confirmed that the office had been cleaned out of all the property documents and financial statements of the union. Therefore, legal procedures were begun by the Board of Directors to determine responsibilities.
The new Board has been in office since June 29, and the new administration is having to start from 'zero'. The members of the cooperative are concerned and aware of the issues, and are asking the managers to act with prudence and determination to clarify the issues about the documents and financial statements. One member said, "If the former accountant who kept the books of the cooperative was involved or complicit, he must answer for his part in the alleged destruction."
They say that regulations of the Cooperatives Act were violated and they are seeking advice from the Federation of Fishing Cooperatives of Quintana Roo and from the National cooperatives organization, to act according to procedures. In addition the Notary, they have the well known lawyer Jacinto Rejón Núñez as part of their team to clarify this unusual event that is detrimental to the cooperative Patria y Progreso.
Meanwhile, the cooperative continues to receive seafood including lobster, shark, and fish. According to information collected, they have an annual receipts of several million pesos from dozens of tons of each species that are sold, which is a lucrative business that they expect to sort out in the upcoming weeks.
Question for municipal government
Cuestionan al gobierno municipalntig.. [+] Ver mas
Parents want the City to replace shade for the grandstands at the soccer fields in colonia Salinas, after they were very uncomfortable during their children's game on Saturday against a team from Cancun. The old structure was dismantled a year ago, and no date has been set for its replacement, although the parents continue to ask.
They also complained about the lack of security, which allows dogs to enter and defecate on the artificial turf. La señora Angélica N. complained about drunks coming from a bar that is ten meters from the field, saying, "They go into the bathroom and make it dirty. Now it is out of service." She said that the sport of soccer is not getting as much municipal support as basketball, with domes, or as much support as the sport of baseball.
Mirella Garcia suggested that a tarp be placed over the grandstands to solve the problem temporarily, until they are ready to complete the job. She said authorities should reflect upon their responsibility in this area to promote a better image of this place.
Campaign begins for massive capture of lion fish
Inicia campaña de captura masiva del pez león.. [+] Ver mas
A massive campaign is beginning for the capture of lionfish in the area around Isla Mujeres, in an attempt to control the invasion of this predatory species to our coral reefs. As part of the Whale Shark Festival, on Friday, July 24, at 7pm, the "Lion Fish 3rd Gastronomic Event" “III Muestra Gastronómica a Base del Pez León” will be held in the Town Square. Several restauranteurs have confirmed their participation, therefore fishermen and service providers will be capturing the required Lion Fish before, during, and after the event for the promotion of these dishes.
The Director of Tourism, Gustavo Rodriquez, said there is good demand among visitors for this delicacy, and with an adequate supply, the restauranteurs are encouraged to make this available for their diners, both locals or tourists. The municipal Ecology department invited participation in this event which is part of Whale Shark Festival 2015, and represents a way of involving restauranteurs, fishermen, cooks, and the general island population in a campaign to raise awareness.
There will be cash prizes for the top two places in two categories; B is a dish based on a Lion Fish fillet and A is a dish prepared with the whole Lion Fish (using it to the maximum). The deadline to register is Wednesday, July 22.
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The new Board has been in office since June 29, and the new administration is having to start from 'zero'. The members of the cooperative are concerned and aware of the issues, and are asking the managers to act with prudence and determination to clarify the issues about the documents and financial statements. One member said, "If the former accountant who kept the books of the cooperative was involved or complicit, he must answer for his part in the alleged destruction."
They say that regulations of the Cooperatives Act were violated and they are seeking advice from the Federation of Fishing Cooperatives of Quintana Roo and from the National cooperatives organization, to act according to procedures. In addition the Notary, they have the well known lawyer Jacinto Rejón Núñez as part of their team to clarify this unusual event that is detrimental to the cooperative Patria y Progreso.
Meanwhile, the cooperative continues to receive seafood including lobster, shark, and fish. According to information collected, they have an annual receipts of several million pesos from dozens of tons of each species that are sold, which is a lucrative business that they expect to sort out in the upcoming weeks.
Question for municipal government
Cuestionan al gobierno municipalntig.. [+] Ver mas
They also complained about the lack of security, which allows dogs to enter and defecate on the artificial turf. La señora Angélica N. complained about drunks coming from a bar that is ten meters from the field, saying, "They go into the bathroom and make it dirty. Now it is out of service." She said that the sport of soccer is not getting as much municipal support as basketball, with domes, or as much support as the sport of baseball.
Mirella Garcia suggested that a tarp be placed over the grandstands to solve the problem temporarily, until they are ready to complete the job. She said authorities should reflect upon their responsibility in this area to promote a better image of this place.
Campaign begins for massive capture of lion fish
Inicia campaña de captura masiva del pez león.. [+] Ver mas
The Director of Tourism, Gustavo Rodriquez, said there is good demand among visitors for this delicacy, and with an adequate supply, the restauranteurs are encouraged to make this available for their diners, both locals or tourists. The municipal Ecology department invited participation in this event which is part of Whale Shark Festival 2015, and represents a way of involving restauranteurs, fishermen, cooks, and the general island population in a campaign to raise awareness.
There will be cash prizes for the top two places in two categories; B is a dish based on a Lion Fish fillet and A is a dish prepared with the whole Lion Fish (using it to the maximum). The deadline to register is Wednesday, July 22.
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| View from the rooms. |
MaraVilla Caribe Bed & Beach Three rentals with large glass doors overlooking our white sand beach and the beautiful Caribbean sea, with kitchenettes & free WIFI. In the coastal neighborhood of Bachilleres, among upscale villas & boutique hotelitos, convenient to downtown or the colonias, yet separate. Quiet & Private.
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| Kitchen in a large studio. (Sur & Norte are identical) |
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| Kitchenette in small room, Medio. There's a table & chairs across from it & a double bed. |
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| A large slider opens from each of the 3 rooms onto the patio where each has a table & chairs, hammock & clotheslines. The BBQ is behind the pole, and the outdoor shower is outa the pic at left. |
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| Large studio (Norte), I'm standing in the kitchen |
Free amenities such as hammocks, bikes, outdoor shower, portable beach chairs & beach towels, washer, loungers & BBQ. Breathtaking panoramic views from the rooftop terrace. Upstairs room also available. Downtown is ~ a mile away; if you don't feel like walking or biking, flag a $2 taxi or hop on the bus. We also have room for parking,You can enjoy the music & crowds downtown, then come home our quiet neighborhood of Bachilleres where you'll sleep to the sounds of the sea.. $275/$325/$425 wk $40/50/$65nt Monthly Discounts
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| Large studio (Sur) with Queen & Single bed. Slider door & view are behind me. |
Fine dining a few steps away at Da Luisa or try the traditional neighborhood eateries a couple blocks farther. Stroll five minutes down the coastal sidewalk to Mango Cafe, Bahama Mama, Brisas, or Manolitos. Walk less than 10 minutes to shop at Chedraui or to dine at Green Verde, Kash Kechen Chuc, or Seso Loco. Visit marinas, bars, & beach clubs that are minutes away by bike or on foot. Our guests recommend the Yoga classes a couple villas away at hotelito Casa Ixchel. Fresh juice, produce & tortillas a few blocks away in the village, as well as a variety of other stores and small local restaurants.
JULY:
Sunset ~7:30
Moonrise over the Caribbean
July 1 6:40
July 2 7:35
July 3 8:30
July 4 9:25
July 5 10:17
July 6 11:06
July 7 11:54
July 1 (In Canada) Canada Day
July 2 Blue Flag raising event at Posada del Mar beach
July 2 at 7:45pm on the Town Square. Danzarte Isla Mujeres 2015..
July 4 US Independence Day Probably celebrated at bars where English is often spoken
July 4, Saturday, 10:30a Tee Ball game for children age 3-7 at El Pescador baseball stadium (in front of Chedrui) July 5, Sunday, Poc Na Reggae concert
July 10, Friday, PRI Barracuda Fishing Tournament Welcome Cocktail Party at Posada del Mar palapa restaurantJuly 11, Saturday, 8am Barracuda Fishing Tournament at the pier of the cooperative Caribe. Motorcycles for the first three winners and 7 cash prizes. Registration is 800 pesos.
July 11, Saturday, Isla to Isla Open Water Swimming Event to arrive at Posada del Mar beach. Followed by samples of seafood from local restaurants
Friday, July 17 Mega Event with Recycle Trash for Food exchange, Health Fair, and over 300 services available at Bicentennial Dome in colonia La Gloria
Friday, July 17 7:30p Showing of movie "“Vecinos Invasores” at Bicentennial Dome in La Gloria....a movie by DreamWorks animation to raise awareness about conservation & helping the environment (This trailer is in English, the version shown will be in Spanish. It's called "Over the Hedge") (Link)
The Bam Bam Circus is in town, set up at the soccer fields near Boxito
Whale Shark Festival
Saturday, July 18 to Friday July 24
There will be a photographic competition beginning Saturday, July 18, at the official municipal Tourism site on Facebook, (LINK ) and the photo with the most likes will be the winning image.
Saturday July 18: Whale Shark Monument
7p Inaugural ribbon cutting & cocktails for the 8th Whale Shark Festival
8p Showing of the Documentary: Mexico Pelagico"
Saturday July 18 International Women's Dive Day event 1p-5p at Marina Paraiso pool for women over 10 to learn about diving. Free.
July 18 Anniversary of the death of President Benito Juarez (March 21, 1806 to July 18, 1872)
Sunday July 19
10am Family Sand Sculpture Contest at Playa Centro (the Posada Beach)
7p Kermesse with local foods & snacks at Town Square
7:30p Dancers performing from Renatta Dance Academy at Town Square featuring over 70 dancers, from 3 years of age, dancing for over two hours, with performances including: La Máscara (The Mask), Rey León (Lion King), Flash Dance, Hombre Araña (Spiderman), High School Musical, and Frozzen
Monday July 20: 5p Conference in City Council Chambers of Town Hall
M C. Maria del Carmen Garcia Rivas, Director of the Whale Shark Biosphere Reserve & Isla Contoy National Park
Tuesday, July 21: 5p Conference in City Council Chambers of Town Hall
Topic: Manta Rays and other pelagics of the world by Dra Andrea Marshall, International Specialist on Manta Rays
Wednesday, July 22: 5p Conference in City Council Chambers of Town Hall
Topic: Research on Whale Sharks in Quintana Roo by Rafiel de la Parra, Coordinator of pelagic research in Mexico
Thursday, July 23:
5p Conference in City Council Chambers of Town Hall, Topic: Manta Ray research by Biologist Karen Fuentes, researcher of Manta Rays in Mexico
7p Parade and Contest for decorated golf carts from the concrete pier (by the Whale Shark Monument) to the Town Square.
7:30p Kermesse featuring local foods & snacks at Town Square
Fair of the Whale Shark Licensees
8p Children's Costume Contest, made with recycled materials
Children's contest of mural of recycled materials (?the small print is distorted on my copy)
Cultural Festival with Senior Citizens Dance Troupe
Friday, July 24
5p Conference in City Council Chambers of Town Hall, Topic: Whale Sharks of the World by Dr Simon Pierce
6:30 p Kermesse with local foods & snacks
Fair of the Whale Shark licensees
7p Gastronomic Fair featuring Lion Fish entrees
7:30 Family contest of ??
Prizes for the Photograph Contest on Social Networks
Cultural Festival
July 30 Anniversary of the death of Miguel Hidalgo (May 8, 1753 to July 31, 1811)
July 30 Mundaca Palapa Ballet Gala by the Classical Dance Company of Quintana Roo
Every Tuesday and Thursday: Free spay/neuter clinic
Consults 100p, Vaccines: parvo & distemper 50p, flea & tick meds 20p, wormer 10p. Helpers always welcome! Isla Animals, Mundaca Hacienda, 10am-4pm (No food morning of surgery/water ok)
Charity Info
See tab at top of page!
Donation Drop offs:
Red Cross: Social Justicia Restaurant (south of ferry terminal, north of car ferry)
Isla Animals: Vet clinic at Mundaca Hacienda
Books for Grade School Reading Program, Items for Isla Animals, Diabetes Supplies, Items for Little Yellow School House, Moto Helmets for kids...Barlitos @ Marina Paraiso
Limited Time Opportunity during month of JULY! Donor will match your funds to sponsor a student in the Isla Mujeres Scholarship Program -
We are excited to announce that a very generous anonymous donor has agreed to do a second round of fund matching for the 2015/16 school year!
We are excited to announce that a very generous anonymous donor has agreed to do a second round of fund matching for the 2015/16 school year!
*Any one time donation in July (from anyone, including current sponsors).
*Any
new sponsors who join/pledge in the month of July for a one year sponsorship
(does not have to be paid all at once)
*Any current sponsor who increases their monthly dollar amount beginning in July
*Any current sponsor who increases their monthly dollar amount beginning in July
All
new funds as listed above will be matched dollar for dollar with the money
going to the 'General Slush Fund' of the program. This fund is available to be
used by any student for needs such as graduation expenses, licensing, field
trips, books, or other extra needs that are approved by the sponsors. The funds
can also be used to help with monthly expenses for any student, as needed.
We
suggest that sponsors join at $30 or $55 level per month.
Our program has been
going now for 10 years and we have many successful college graduates who would
not have had the opportunity to finish high school without support. If you have
been thinking about joining, now is a great time!
For
more information about the students whom need additional sponsors or general
information please email jackieinpdx@q.com.
Music:
Miguel's schedule (may need updating):
Sunday: The Sol Rockers @ El Patio 9p - 11p
Monday: Miguel solo @ El Patio 6:30p - 8:30p
Tuesday: La Banda Sin Nombre @ El Patio 9:15p - 11:15p
Wednesday: The Sol Rockers@ El Patio 7p - 9p, Faynes 10:30p - 12:00a
Thursday: Miguel Solo @ el Patio 6p - 8p, Faynes 10:30p - 12:00a
Friday: Marina Paraiso 7p - 9p, Faynes 10:30p - 12:00a, Adelita's 12a - 2a
Saturday: Marina Paraiso 7p - 9p, Faynes 10:30p - 12:00a, Adelita's 12a - 2a
John Cain's schedule (Updated June 1)
Sunday & Wednesday 7:30pm - 9:30pm El Patio Sol Rockers
Thursday Bahia Tortuga 6:45-8:45
Saturday. El Patio solo 630-830
Sunday Jazz from Toronto 5-7, Sol Rockers 7:30-9:30, Isla Cali 9:30-11:30
Monday Jazz from Toronto 5-7, Miguel 7:30-9:30, Isla Cali 9:30-11:30
Tuesday Jazz from Toronto 5-7, Ryan Rickman 7-9:30, Banda sin Nombre 9:30-11:30
Wednesday Sol Rockers 7:30-9:30, Radio Band 9:30-11:30
Thursday Closed for the month of June
Friday Ryan Rickman 7-9:30, Radio Band 9:30-11:30
Saturday John Cain 7:30-9:30, Isla Cali 9:30-11:30
Morgan's Restaurant & Bar - on Hidalgo
Mon - Tues 7pm - 9pm - Jazz with Norman and Darin
Wed- Sat 8pm - 11pm - Tips or Sex aka Alfedo & Jorge
Mon - Tues 7pm - 9pm - Jazz with Norman and Darin
Wed- Sat 8pm - 11pm - Tips or Sex aka Alfedo & Jorge
Fenix ~2p~5p Live music at the beach in the afternoons on Sundays. Salsa, Cumbia, Cuban music. Update July 4: Music Fri, Sat, Sun. ~2p & weekdays usually, except Mondays
Bahia Tortuga John Cain on Thursdays and Lara on Mondays...~7p (Updated June 1)
You may find live music at night on Hidalgo
Fayne's: 10:30-12 (see above)
La Terraza: ~10-12
Morgan's: Between 7 & 11 (see above)
El Patio (see above)
Poc Na Hostel: Starting ~10p to late
Veradara's Cuban restaurant Saturdays ~3p Cuban music
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Poc Na Thursdays
Discontinued for low season
No Artists Fairs since April, scheduled to resume in November
Artist Fairs on the Town Square, usually first Thursday, 4p-9p ~Nov-April.
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