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Both issues of
The Isla Mujeres Magazine
to benefit Isla charities
are here,
featuring a variety of talented writers and photographers!
The Isla Mujeres Magazine
to benefit Isla charities
are here,
featuring a variety of talented writers and photographers!
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From Noticias de Diario de Quintana Roo ....
link to their Isla articles
Vacation begins for over 5000 students until January 6
Se despiden con posada
Más de cinco mil estudiantes salieron de vacaciones y regresan hasta el 6 de enero
Lanrry PARRA
ISLA MUJERES, 18 de diciembre.- .
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Thursday night on the Town Square there was a wonderful musical evening enjoyed by hundreds of Islanders, performed by the Navy band "Grupo Musical Armada", thanks to the Fifth Naval Region and the Secretary of the Navy.
Grata velada musical vivimos este jueves por la noche en la explanada municipal, gracias a la V Región Naval que hizo posible la presentación del "Grupo Musical Armada"
El "Grupo Musical Armada" de la Secretaria de Marina Armada de México, se presentó la noche de este jueves y logró cientos de isleños disfrutar de un amplio y bonito repertorio musical.
We are grateful to the Volunquest teachers who received their diplomas for teaching English to the children of the island, which is a valuable tool.
Nuestra gratitud para las maestras de Volunquest que recibieron sus diplomas por compartir con nuestros niños isleños el idioma inglés, valiosa herramienta laboral en la actualidad.
Gracias a Volunquest pues con su apoyo los niños de primaria públicas de Isla Mujeres, hablan y practican el idioma inglés.
December 18: International Day of Immigrants
Hoy 18 de Diciembre, Día Internacional del Migrante.
New Year's Eve Party! It says tables can be reserved at the main entrance to the Town Hall between 10am and 3pm
¡Gran fiesta de Año Nuevo 2016!
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From por esto Link to their Isla Mujeres articles
Port closed for small boats
Cierran puerto a la navegación menor. [+] Ver mas
The port was closed for small boats shortly after noon on Friday, due to the first effects of cold front #21. According to CONAGUA (National Water Commission) forecasts, the front is expected continue to have effects on Saturday and Sunday, with a 60 percent chance of storms with rain and strong winds over 70kph.
At 8am the Harbor Master announced that port closure for small boats was scheduled for 2pm, and it was closed then. Beginning at an early hour, there were southern winds of 28-33kph, however several fishermen went out without increased risk, according to several of them.
Tourist activity remained normal throughout the day, with the winds intensifying after 3pm, when daytrippers from Cancun were returning to the mainland.
Vacations beginning
Planteles educativitos con necesidades .. [+] Ver mas
This has information already translated, additionally this article notes the schools on the island are doing well, with no major needs. The grade school "Andres Quintana Roo" is having 100 tables and chairs replaced during the break, which has been arranged. It is not known what the needs are on the mainland, but needs are growing steadily at Ciudad Mujeres.
Sports continue normally
Actividades deportivas normales [+] Ver mas
Sports activities are continuing normally while the municipal Sports Director, Enrique Barros Pena, has gone to Playa del Carmen in response to a lawsuit from his ex-wife regarding child support, for which he left on Wednesday evening.
Cahuameros to play in Merida
Cahuameros enfrentará a equipo meridense .. [+] Ver mas
The games in Merida are scheduled for 8:30pm Saturday, and noon on Sunday, against the Modelo University team at the Tecnologico stadium, as part of the Major Basketball League tournament. The New Generation Cahuameros have improved during the first half of the tournament, when they lost eight games and won two. Their opponents, the Modelo University team, are in third place, behind the Playa del Carmen Hurricanes and the Chetumal Dolphins.
In Isla Mujeres, there will be a game on Sunday at the Pescador baseball stadium, in the Winter League games. The Pescadors (Fishermen) of Isla Mujeres will play against the Novatos (Rookies) of Shakira (The time isn't given.)
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The games in Merida are scheduled for 8:30pm Saturday, and noon on Sunday, against the Modelo University team at the Tecnologico stadium, as part of the Major Basketball League tournament. The New Generation Cahuameros have improved during the first half of the tournament, when they lost eight games and won two. Their opponents, the Modelo University team, are in third place, behind the Playa del Carmen Hurricanes and the Chetumal Dolphins.
In Isla Mujeres, there will be a game on Sunday at the Pescador baseball stadium, in the Winter League games. The Pescadors (Fishermen) of Isla Mujeres will play against the Novatos (Rookies) of Shakira (The time isn't given.)
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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.
December events
Sunset ~6:05
Moonrise over the Caribbean
Dec. 25 6:46
Dec. 26 7:43
Dec. 27 8:38
Dec. 28 9:32
Dec. 29 10:24
Dec. 30 11:09
Dec 31 12:03am (Jan. 1)
Casa de Cultura: The
photography exhibition of Isla's biological diversity is scheduled to
continue thru Dec. 7. It features 70 photographs of native flora &
fauna by local amateur photographers, including city employees, and
students, rotated in groups of 40.
Casa de Cultura: "Una Mujer en Isla Mujeres" continues thru Dec. 11. Includes photographs and works on handmade bark paper.
On Thursday Dec. 3 you are invited to come to the esplanade (outdoor plaza) of the Casa de Cultura Isla Mujeres for the 10p food samples (from 5-7) and the artist fair (from 4-9), & dance troupe performances.
Thursday, Dec. 3 World Disabilities Day 4p March from police station to
Salina Chica Green Dome where there will be workshops, educational
activities, testimonials, and a performance by a pair of dancers from
Cancun. Cancelled due to weather
Friday, December 4 Inauguration of exhibition "A Tribute to the Mexican Muralistas" by the high school students of Bachilleres
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Nov 28 - Dec 8 Festival for the Virgin of Immaculate Conception, the Town Saint. is held annually. Link
Photos from two years ago (City press release)
Saturday, Nov. 28 Church of Immaculate Conception Mass at 7p followed by the taking down of the icon and a procession thru downtown, followed by fireworks, with music and folkloric performances of traditional dances in regional clothing at the church esplanade
Festival events at 8p nightly.
Sunday, Nov. 29: Miraflores neighborhood guild, with music and a dance
Monday,
Nov. 30: The union of the Public Security Department (police) with a
presentation of the ballet folclórico at the Casa de la Cultura,
starting at 8pm.
Tuesday, Dec. 1: Two groups. The
CROC gastronomic union and the neighborhood guild of colonia Salina
Chica, where the RDS dance troupe will perform at 8pm
Wednesday,
Dec. 2: Colonia Salina Grande neighborhood guild, with a presentation
by the Senior Citizens Dance troupe and a performance by local artists
César López and Anabel Burgos.
Thursday, Dec. 3: The cooperatives Caribe and Isla Bonita with a presentation of the ballet folclórico La Isleña at 8pm.
Friday,
Dec. 4: Five groups together: Barrio de Pescadores, Cooperativa Adolfo
López Mateos, Isla Bonita, Colonia El Cañotal, and the Youth Group, with
a grand concert and a velada juvenil with Rene Francisco.
Saturday,
Dec. 5: Four groups: Patria y Progreso fishing coop, Justicia Social
fishing coop, el esperado woman's group, and the neighborhood guild of
colonia La Gloria, with a presentation of the program Lluvia de
Estrellas (Cascade of Stars) with local singers.
Sunday, Dec 6: The cooperative Isla Mujeres and the children's group, and the confirmations will take place
Monday,
Dec. 7: Mega caravan with participation by all the people, with Las
Mañanitas being sung to the Virgin of Immaculate Conception at the
chapels of Caridad del Cobre, Sagrado Corazón and La Guadalupe.
Tuesday,
Dec. 8: The guild of Las Conchitas, the first communions will take
place, and the grand boat procession with dozens of vessels depart from the concrete pier at 4pm. THE POSTER SAYS 3P.8p Celebration (Gran Kermes), Dancing, Concert Town Square
Dec. 11 Community Center in La Gloria 10a-12p: Human Rights Commission lecture about rights of people living w HIV or AIDS
Dec. 11 Casa de Cultura:
Dec. 11 Chapel of Guadalupe Salina Chica-overlooking the Caribbean People gather to sing Las Mananitas to the Virgin of Guadalupe at midnight
Dec. 12 Dia de la Virgen Guadalupe...patron saint of Mexico Link to info about Guadalupe & Juan Diego
3pm there will be dozens of small children dressed as Juan Diego (who saw the vision of the Virgin of Guadalupe on the hill at Tepeyac, 484 years ago) and as shepherds and shepherdesses in a procession going ~2km from the downtown church to the Chapel of Guadalupe in colonia Salina Chica, where the priest will hold a mass at 5pm.
Start of Guadalupe-Reyes Holiday period, which ends January 6th. School vacation begins Dec. 12
Dec. 15, Tuesday Inauguration of Community Hospital (which began operations in September) time TBA
Dec, 16-24 Posadas Navidenas... There is usually a children's Posada play during this time Link to information
During the posadas, there is usually a dance on the town square, featuring dances & costumes from different regions of Mexico
Dec. 17 Naval Band performance 8pm Town Square
Dec. 19 Annual Golf Cart Parade 6p from Bachilleres thru the colonias
Dec. 20 Cancun Hotel Zone area 5p Annual decorated boat parade Link
Dec. 24 Noche Buena / Christmas Eve
Dec. 25 Dia de Navidad / Christmas Day
Coming December 25-30! Performances by dance troupes of the National
Congress of Mexican Folkloric Dance..."A fragment of the mosaic mural of
Mayan culture"
Dec. 26 Usually the annual Quinceaneras event and Mass at the Church of Immaculate Conception for young women who turned 15 during 2015 and who will be wearing beautiful gowns. More info TBA when available
Dec. 28 Dia de los Santos Innocentes A day of practical jokes, similar to "April Fool's Day"
Dec. 29 you are invited to come to the esplanade (outdoor plaza) of the Casa de Cultura Isla Mujeres for the 10p food samples (from 5-7) and the artist fair (from 4-9), & dance troupe performances.
Dec. 31 New Year's Eve Festival Tables can be reserved at the entrance to the Town Hall 10am-3pm.
People observe the sunrise at Punta Sur on New Year's morn.
Every Tuesday and Thursday: Free spay/neuter clinic (Isla Animals)
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)
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