In Isla Mujeres Daily News Monday, October 14 The Afternoon Edition

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The "Morning Edition" has translated headlines &  newspaper photos. This Afternoon Edition has  translations of the articles,  Daily Events & Live Music Schedules  & the "Around the Internet in the Past 24 Hours" section including photos & info from individuals & local businesses ....Daily In Isla Mujeres. There are always links to the original articles in Spanish.

  

Noticias de Diario de Quintana Roo ....

Raising White Flag at General Hospital: Goals accomplished

 

Bandera Blanca en Hospital Integral

Domingo, 13 de Octubre de 2013 21:45

Se cumplen objetivos

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 For the second time in less than three years, the General Hospital will be honored Monday (today) with the hoisting of a white flag, because it received an award for meeting its goals.The Mayor is expected to be present for the raising of the flag, as well as the Health City Council alderman, and representatives from the Navy, IMSS, and ISSSTE, among other officials.
 

Catholics announce intense day of praise and worship: October 25 

Anuncian intensa jornada católica

Domingo, 13 de Octubre de 2013 21:43

De alabanza y adoración, el próximo día 25

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The youth group of the downtown Catholic church of Immaculate Conception is organizing a day of praise and prayer on October 25th named “Estallido de alabanzas y oración”, with special guest priest Alvaro Carrillo Lugo, and thirty servants of God, including  audio technicians, and all of them have various talents and charisma. There will be a nominal fee of 50 pesos, and the event is held at the invitation of pastor Jesús Martínez Penilla, in coordination with the group  Renovación Católica and the children's group Carisma. When there was a similar event two years ago, it was attended by about 900 people.

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Noticias de  Quequi......

Storm drains: Road Hazard

• Infraestructura

  Registros, una amenaza para los conductores

  0 13 de octubre de 2013 There have been delays in the final stage of the renovation of the main street downtown, Rueda Medina, which is being done by the company Edificación y Vivienda, who are awaiting state resources. The final stage is the moving of the streetlights and electric wires underground. With the passage of years and the delay in construction, the drain grates have begun to break, so this part of the road has been cordoned off.

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  Educación

  Middle School raises its goals

  Fija plantel meta de calificación

  0 13 de octubre de 2013

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  The Principal of the Middle School, Benito Juarez proposed a goal of 8.2 as the average score for students, and asked teacher to update their work plans in response to this goal, which was previously 8.1 points.  He said the plan is ambitious with the students previously achieving an average score of 7.9 last year.

 

Noticias de Diario Respuesta...

Tourist arrivals in Isla Mujeres increase by 8%

Crece 8% llegada de turistas a IM

Domingo 13 de Octubre de 2013 15:49 Redacción DIARIO RESPUESTA    Since January 1st until the end of September, 1,263,153 passengers arrived in Isla Mujeres, compared 1,171,986 during this time period last year..
    The Port Authority (APIQROO) official said this year exceeded last year, which was one of the best years for tourism in Quintana Roo. In 2012 there were 13 percent more arrivals than in 2011, with 1,544,400 passengers compared to 1,342,671 the previous year.
  In September this year they moved 2.7% more passengers than in September last year, with 104,405 compared to 102,900 arrivals. In December they expect about 150,000 passengers to be transported to Isla Mujeres.  

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Diario La Verdad

    Doctors attending training in Isla Mujeres

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  Acuden médicos a capacitación en Isla Mujeres

  13 de octubre a las 10:05 pm     The State Department of Health had a workshop on Wound Care for  doctors and medical staff in Isla Mujeres, whihc also included prevention, education, management of diabetic foot problems. and pain management.
  
  
  
  5000 turtles released in Isla Mujeres
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  Liberan cinco mil tortugas en Isla Mujeres

  13 de octubre a las 2:26 pm
  
  
  
  
  
  
  Hot weather, clouds, and rain are expected in Quintana Roo
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  Se espera tiempo caluroso, nubosidad y lluvias en Quintana Roo

  13 de octubre a las 12:37 pm
  
  
  

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Large crowds at beaches
Gran afluencia en los arenales[+] Ver mas

Thanks to the good weather, on Sunday there was a large influx of domestic and foreign tourists, who enjoyed the beaches, nautical activities, and restaurants. They were shopping, renting golf carts, and using taxis. It is noted that many merchants and tourism service providers have not reached the sales they expected, and want promotion to be more effective to attract new tourists with high purchasing power.

Event organized for the benefit of the parish

Organizan evento a beneficio de la parroquia +] Ver mas

Recognition of Quality and Service to Clients 
Reconocen calidad y servicio a clientes+] Ver mas

More than 100 businesses in Isla Mujeres have been recognized by TripAdvisor with "Traveler's Choice" awards, during 2012 and 2013, and the isle remains on the list of 10 best islands in the world. The article lists reasons why many people visit the isle which includes snorkeling among tropical fish and coral reefs, sailing on blue waters in a kayak or a boat, windsurfing, sunbathing, eating seafood, dancing to Latin rhythms, riding a moped, enjoying fresh foods and having tasty beverages.

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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 or Monchi's,shop at Chedraui or visit restaurants, bars, & beach clubs; 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 pharmacy and variety of other stores and small local restaurants

UPCOMING EVENTS  

.In October there are occasional releases of baby turtles that were incubated at the Tortugranja, at dusk on the eastern beaches of Media Luna or Guadalupana. (Last year the last public release was Oct. 7). The Blue Crabs migrate with the full moons, and there are usually organized groups to help them safely across the roads. Watch out for them in Sac Bajo and along the southeastern part of the island. The American holiday of Halloween is observed by the expats & a few candy loving kids, while the whole community observes Day of the Dead on November 1st & 2nd. Special foods are available in the weeks before, and Hanal Pixan altars appear in mid or late October. The Orianid meteor shower due on the 18th & 19th will be affected by light from the  full moon.

October is Breast Cancer Month. There are benefits and events by Siempre por Vida.
Oct 1-  Día de Arquitectos  Architects Day
Oct 2- International Day of Beach & Coastal Clean Up
Oct 4-  World Animal Day
Oct 8- 39th Anniversary of Quintana Roo of becoming a Free and Sovereign State
Cancelled due to weatherTuesday, Oct  8  Dusk  Media Luna Beach Turtle Release 
Oct. 8- World Octopus Day
Oct 9-  Dia de Pescadors   Fishermens Day
Oct. 10 International Mental Health Day
Oct 11 ~5:00p / dusk  Rescheduled Turtle Release at Media Luna Beach 
Oct 12- Día de la Raza 
 Oct. 12  11:30pm My Space Disco  Benefit for Breast Cancer: Pink Divas Night 
 Oct 13 Canadian Thanksgiving

Oct 15 Turtle Release  Media Luna Beach BYOBucket (container) "Event starts 5:30 with release at 6:30"
  
Thursday, Oct. 17  4p-7p  Artist Fair at Town Square

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Oct 18  6:13p Full Moon Rise over Caribbean /  Sunset ~6:20p
Oct 18 & 19 Orianid Meteor shower 
Oct 19- World Food Day Dia Mundial de la Alimentacion  Full Moon Rise 6:57p
Oct 19- Pink Breakfast Benefit for Breast Cancer Due Torri Restaurante
Oct 19- 5p March Against Breast Cancer starts at Posada Beach/Monument to the Fisherman & ends at the Truguena monument at the east Malecon. Participants are asked to wear something pink and carry signs supporting the cause & in support of the people with this disease.
Oct 20 Full Moon Rise 7:42p
Oct 21 Full Moon Rise 8:28p
Oct 21 Ramon Bravo's Birthday
Oct 21-22  Anniversary of Hurricane Wilma when Isla Mujeres broke the Northern Hemisphere's and Western Hemisphere's 24-hour rainfall record with 64 inches in 2005.  Dia del Medico, United Nations Day (last year children marched, wearing white)
October 27 Time Change
Oct 31 Noche de Brujas/Haloween
Here is a list of events in the Maya Riviera area LINK.
Here is a LINK to an article I wrote about Hanal Pixan
HERE is the article I wrote about Day of the Dead in Isla Mujeres.

Last year in October....
 The 5th annual Environmental Culture week had workshops Oct 8-10 (Semana de la cultura Ambiental)
The 7th annual Caribbean Mayan Cultural Festival was Oct 20-24 (There was also a 2nd annual statewide Caribbean Mayan Cultural Fest last year in early November)
The Ramon Bravo Underwater Photography Contest was cancelled. Oct 20-22 

The Artist's fair will be the third Thursday in October due to the change of government & will resume being the first Thursday in November.  Oct. 17th, Town Square 4-7p.

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Casa de los Sueños Come out and join us for our annual Day of the dead party on November 1st. We will have live music, beer and drink specials, an all you can eat Mexican buffet for $150 pesos, costume contests and games. Make your reservations today to ensure the best seats! - www.casasuenos.com

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See Live Music schedule at top of page for Live music during low season. Fayne's is closed in early October. Some gigs are more intermittent during October & can be prone to cancellations for weather or lack of customers.

John Cain's schedule 
Tuesday solo from 8 to 10 pm at Cafe Del Mar, lovely spot on the beach across from Jax,
Wednesday with The Sol Rockers at Bally Hoo Restaurant from 7 to 930, come support this great venue, relaxing vibe and good food!
Friday solo at Iguana Bar Marina Paraiso Isla Mujeres from 7 to 9 and
Saturday at The Sunset Grill, solo from 7 to 9 pm. They offer 2x1 special from 6 to 10 pm on all wine by glass or bottle.


Banda Sin Nombre at Chuuk Kay 3:30p Sat & Sun


Iguana's has been having Caribbean-Tropical music on Saturdays  & Sundays starting around 6.

 Fenix has salsa-Caribbean music on Sat & Sunday afternoons when the weather is good for going to the beach.

The Sol Rockers play at Bahia Tortuga on Sunday evenings.

Iguana's has been having Caribbean-Tropical music on Saturdays  & Sundays starting around 6, and Fenix has salsa-Caribbean music on Sat & Sunday afternoons when the weather is good for going to the beach.

At Poc Na Nov 24..Fidel Nada Full Band

* FIDEL NADAL FULL BAND * EN ISLA MUJERES *

Sunday, November 24 at 8:00pm

Poc-na hostel in Isla Mujeres

 

On the internet in the past 24 hours...

Casa de los Sueños Les esperamos a festejar lo de ustedes les espera su chef raul

Casa Havana Cafe Paladar updated their cover photo.

Laurence Levy last i found this fat guy in my patio !!

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Laurence Levy

Lolo lorena over the years...
Send me your top food photo from an evening at my place.
Best picture wins a two night stay with breakfast ,along with dinner at Lolo lorena's Isla Mujeres .
Second and third places will each win a dinner for two .
Send your pictures to lololorena@hotmail.com before monday october the 21st .
Bonne chance !!

It says...full of pistachios and sunflower seeds....

Casa de los Sueños

Un rico pastelito relleno de pistaches y semilla de girasol buen probecho les desea su amigo chef raul

Casa de los Sueños  Les esperamos

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It says Sesoloco restaurant will be closed Oct 14-Nov 4. And I just found out they have seafood chile rellenos! A friend made those for us...with shrimp and lobster and they were REALLY good.

restaurant sesoloco A todos los amigos y clientes de restaurant Sesolocos se le informa que apartir del lunes 14 de  octubre cerra sus puertas por motivo de vacaciones y temporada baja, y estará reabriendo sus puertas el 4 de nov.

It says fantastic photo of the cinema blanquita (little white), passed along by Fidel Villanueva, thank you. 

Temo ZuritaRecuerdos de isla mujeres!  Fantástica foto del cine blanquita . Aportación de don Fidel Villanueva. Gracias y abrazos... — with Fidel Villanueva Madrid

 

  Playa Norte now in real time in Isla Mujeres   

 "Time Lapse" of Playa Norte Webcam:  LINK  
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