In Isla Mujeres Daily News Saturday, November 23 The Afternoon Edition

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The "Morning Edition" has translated headlines &  newspaper photos. This Afternoon Edition has  translations of the news articles,  Daily Events, the Live Music Schedule  & 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.

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Seeking refinancing: Hyperbaric Chamber

Cost of services comes to 400 pesos

Buscan refinanciar la Cámara Hiperbárica

Viernes, 22 de Noviembre de 2013 22:51

Costo de servicios llegaría a $400

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ISLA MUJERES, 22 de noviembre.-

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In order to keep the Hyperbaric Chamber in operation 365 days a year, it is expected that each fishermen who is a member of the cooperatives in Isla Mujeres, Puerto Juarez, and Holbox will pay a fee of 300 pesos, with the possibility that this will increase to 400 pesos. Currently, they each paid 250 pesos. There will also be a fee of 500 pesos for each hyperbaric treatment. It is estimated that the monthly expenses for the Chamber are ~20,000 pesos. The Mayor intends to have the Hyperbaric Chamber available all year long, and not just during lobster season. It is anticipated that it will be used for the treatment of diabetic foot disorders, in addition to decompression illness, among other disorders. 

 

Patron Saint festivities begin Thursday

When the Virgen of Immaculate Conception icon is brought out

El próximo jueves inician fiestas patronales

Viernes, 22 de Noviembre de 2013 22:45

Con la bajada de la Virgen de la inmaculada concepción

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ISLA MUJERES, 22 de noviembre.-

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 The Organizing Committee presented the schedule of events for the celebrations honoring the Virgin of Immaculate Conception which will be held from November 28 to December 8. The priest, Jesus Martinez Penilla said one of their goals is to renew the Catholic traditions among the islanders that have been lost over the years. During the ten days of festivities, there will be 20 unions participating, as well as an equal number of groups and organizations.
       On December 4th there will be a large Confirmation at 6pm by the Obispo Prelado of Cancún-Chetumal, Monseñor Pedro Pablo Elizondo Cárdenas.
          With help from the golf cart rental agencies, there will be a procession at 7pm which will go through all the neighborhoods and is expected to arrived at the Church of Immaculate Conception downtown between 10 and 10:30pm, when "Las Manitas" will be sung to the Virgin.  (Por Esto and the published schedule indicate this will occur on Saturday Dec 7th.)
     On December 8th there will be three large boats available for the procession in the Bay, so that parishioners are not left on shore, like previous years. In addition, there will be events at the unions, cooperatives, and associations from November 29th to December 8th. 

 

Agapito: Close to the people 

Cercano a la gente

Viernes, 22 de Noviembre de 2013 22:41

Agapito cumple con línea y mística de trabajo en comuna

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ISLA MUJERES, 22 de noviembre.-

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The Mayor held a Citizen's Meeting at the Community Center in Ranch Viejo in the mainland area of Isla Mujeres.  

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Mass celebrating the 50th Anniversary of Ordination of Father Jesús Martínez Penilla will be December 17 . at 6 pm

Misa de 50 Aniversario de la Ordenación del Párroco Jesús Martínez Penilla será el próximo 17 de dic. a las 6 pm http://t.co/JOAQuKXe0Q

Program presented for the organizations honoring the Virgin of Immaculate Conception. Begins November 28

Presentan el programa de gremios en honor a la virgen de la Inmaculada Concepción. Inicia el 28 noviembre http://t.co/RtmmYqAtjb

Noticias de  Quequi......

  Seeking attention from Mayor for Salina Grande lake

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  Abandona Agapito Salina Grande

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  Por Carlos Gasca-quequi.-         People who live near the walkway around the Salina Grande lake have been complaining on the social network sites. They want the city to repair the lights which are broken along the 2 km walkway. They say that the area needs attention from the police because there are people drinking and there has been vandalism.
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  Drains need repair 

  SERVICIOS

  Solicitan reparación del drenaje

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  Por Carlos Gasca.-                   Residents of the colonia Caribeña are again asking the Department of Public Services to repair the storm drains near the baseball field El Pescador. They are particularly dangerous when there are heavy rains, and then the lack of covers becomes invisible under the water. Residents say this problem should be more of a priority than painting the fences along the prolongation of Rueda Medina.

Noticias de Diario Respuesta...

Vehicular ferry service interruption

Suspenderán 4 horas el servicio de cruce del Ferry

Viernes 22 de Noviembre de 2013 13:38 Jesús Molina DIARIO RESPUESTA 

The crossing of the vehicle ferry from Isla Mujeres to Punta Sam that normally occurs at 9:30 will be moved to 10am, and the return that is scheduled at 11am will be at 12:45p instead. Before and after, departures should be normal.
This is because the vehicle ferry pier is near the Naval pier where there will be rescue demonstrations on land and sea, and maneuvers for Día de la Armada, scheduled for 11am, seating should be provided. 

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Seeking improved public services 

Solicitan mejora en servicios públicos

Viernes 22 de Noviembre de 2013 13:28 Jesús Molina DIARIO RESPUESTA 

During the Third Dialogue with Citizens of colonia Amplification la Gloria, citizen concerns included stray animals, trash in the streets, street lighting, drag racing of motorcycles, crime, the need for increased security, the opening of las Iguanas public park, and garbage collection.  The Mayor listened and provided solutions, as well as allowing several children to speak about improving their colonia, who were applauded. The Mayor also unveiled his budget. 

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Complaint about quality of work

Denuncia por mala obra

Viernes 22 de Noviembre de 2013 13:28 Jesús Molina DIARIO RESPUESTA 

Some residents of Sac Bajo neighborhood are complaining about the quality of the recently repaved road, because they say the asphalt is sinking in some areas. They say there are some areas of cracking, and are complaining that the sidewalks have not been completed. The  2.2 kilometer road serves Dolphin Discovery and the Turtle Farm (identified in this article as los dos acuarios/ the two aquariums), as well as various hotels and houses that are rented to tourists. 

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 Fourth fisherman suffers decompression

Se suma cuarto pescador que sufre de una descompresión

Viernes 22 de Noviembre de 2013 13:27 Jesús Molina DIARIO RESPUESTA  

     In less than a week, a fourth fishermen has received treatment at the Hyperbaric Chamber, and he is out of danger.  Emilio Gabriel Gómez Castilla, 43, made twelve dives in an hour and a half, to a depth of 70 feet, at ~5pm. He presented with symptoms at ~7pm. 

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Poor quality pavement in Sac Bajo

Mala calidad de camino a Sac-Bajo[+] Ver mas

Photo of Avenue de los Peces. This article notes the planters have not been installed. Otherwise this is the same info as the Sac Bajo article in Diario Respuesta.

Complaints against seasonal vendors from Cancun
Detengan a venteros oportunistas [+] Ver mas

Established merchants are complaining about unfair competition from mobile vendors, and in particular they dislike the increasing number of venders selling in the beach areas who arrive as high season increases, offering products for lower prices, who often come from Cancun. They say this is unfair to local residents who depend on selling clothing and souvenirs, and they want authorities to take control of the situation. They would like the problem reduced because December is one of their best months.


Grand festival of town saint coming soon
Viene gran fiesta de la Concepción[+] Ver mas

More than 2000 Catholics are expected to participate in the festivities celebrating the 102nd anniversary of the arrival of the religious image of the Virgin of Immaculate Conception to Isla Mujeres. The celebrations will take place from Nov. 28 to Dec 8th with many religious and recreational activities, dances, Kermes, and a wide range of options for both locals and foreigners to enjoy. During the eleven days of events there will be participation by groups, unions, and other organizations which include fishermen, boaters, women, and children.
   On November 28th the celebration of the taking out of the Virgin is scheduled to begin at 7pm with the Mass celebrating taking her down from her niche., Then a procession will take her through the streets downtown, and the event will end with a Kermes and dance in honor of the Patron Saint.
  On December 4th the large Confirmation Mass will be at 6pm.
  On Saturday, December 7th the Paseo de Virgin will take begin at 7pm at the parish and go through the colonias and conclude with the singing of Las Manitas at the Church of Immaculate Conception downtown.
  On December 8th at 3pm a procession will leave the parish of Immaculate Conception to the boat procession on the Bay, and a there will be a grand Kermes, and then the Patron will be returned to her niche. Father Jesus Martinez Penilla will celebrate the 50th anniversary of his priesthood.



Day of HIV Testing: Today

Hoy, Día de la Prueba de VIH [+] Ver mas

Comprehensive Hospital of Isla Mujeres is participating in the fight against AIDS , on  November 23 which is the " World Day of HIV Testing " and on the December 1 " World day of the Response to HIV ".  Information will be disseminated to prevent the spread of this disease as well as free testing, with rapid results. They are expected to give over 1000 tests that are confidential and free, and these tests are available in other municipalities, such as Cancun, also. Dr David Valenzo Loaeza urged the public not to be afraid to take the test.
     The Hospital Director said they gave out information last week at the Middle School about the importance of using protection to prevent the risk of spreading this virus, in addition to preventing unwanted pregnancies. He stressed the importance of using condoms during sex, especially for young people who become sexually active between 13 and 18 years of age.

 

 

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Photos this morning & this week by me...
 Nov 15th, MVC back balcony

 Sunset at Soggy Peso last weekend

 Moon from the west side last weekend

 At Iguanas last weekend after dark

 At Fenix last Sunday listening to music. First two are of new palapa at Avalon-Mia Reef, third is of juggler

Sunrise Thursday (day before yesterday)

Thursday morning... These birds hang out at the Salina across the street and once and a while one stops by to hunt in the empty lot nearby. They have a BIG wingspan & it swooped by at balcony height....whooosh!

Sunrise this morning, back balcony MVC B&B

 Above is looking northward. Below is looking southward...at the sun rising

 Northeast

November Calendar of Events .

Nov 1 Dia de los Muertos / All Saints Day
Nov 2 Dia de lost Muertos / All Souls Day
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.

Nov 3 US Time Change / End DST
Nov 7 Art Fair at Town Square  4p-7p
Nov 7 Red Cross Benefit Concert 6:30 Hotel Ixchel Palapa downtown
Nov 8 Last day of Hanal Pixan
Nov 11 US Veteran's Day   Canada Remembrance Day
Nov 12 Postal Worker Appreciation Day in Mexico /
Día de Carteros
Nov 12 Día Nacional del Libro / National Book Day
Nov 13 Health Fair Salina Chica 5pm Blue Dome
Nov 13 Employment fair  9am Town Square
Nov 14 World Diabetes Day
Nov 14 Naval Wives Breakfast 9am (Naval Club, usually).
Date of Caribe Maya Cultural Festival TBA? (Was this w/e in 2011 & 2012)
 Buen Fin Weekend of discounts
Nov 16 International Day of Tolerance
Nov 18 Day off for Revolution Day (date of parade TBA)
Nov 20  Dia de la Revolución
Nov 22 Día del Músico  
Nov 23  Día de la Armada de México (Mexican Naval Day)  Demonstration of Rescue on land and sea 11am

Día de la Armada de México

 


Nov 24 Solemnidad de Cristo Rey (Christ the King Day / El día de Cristo Rey)
Nov 25 Día Internacional de la Eliminación de la Violencia Contra la Mujer
Nov 27 Hanukkah begins
Nov 28  US Thanksgiving holiday
Nov 28 Beginning of Festival for Town Saint through Dec 8: Virgin of Immaculate Conception   HERE is an article about the Festival
 
   On November 28th the celebration of the taking out of the Virgin is scheduled to begin at 7pm with the Mass celebrating taking her down from her niche., Then a procession will take her through the streets downtown, and the event will end with a Kermes and dance in honor of the Patron Saint.
  On December 4th the Confirmation Mass will be at 6pm.
  On Saturday, December 7th the Paseo de Virgin will take begin at 7pm at the parish and go through the colonias and conclude with the singing of Las Manitas at the Church of Immaculate Conception downtown at ~10-10:30p 
  On December 8th at 3pm a procession will leave the parish of Immaculate Conception for the procession on the Bay, and there will be three large boats available for parishioners. There will be a grand Kermes, and then the Patron Saint will be returned to her niche. Father Jesus Martinez Penilla will celebrate the 50th anniversary of his priesthood.
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  Miguel's playing schedule 

 Fayne's BarandGrill  Wednesday through Saturday 10:30pm - 12:00am.

 Saturday Tequileria La Adelita's 12:00am - 2:00am for salsa night. 

 Sunday Bahia Tortuga with the Sol Rockers 7:00pm - 9:00pm

 John Cain's schedule   

Tuesday, Cafe Del Mar, solo, 8 to 10 pm

Friday, Bally Hoo Restaurant, solo, 630 to 830 pm

Saturday, The Sunset Grill, solo, 630 to 830 pm

Sunday, Bahia Tortuga, The Sol Rockers, 630 to 900 pm

 

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




Fenix Sat 2p Reggae/Cuban sometimes
  Sun 2p Salsa

Fenix Lounge   Domingo Salsa en Vivo con ¡¡Puro Sabor - Salsa Cubana !! :: Sunday Live Salsa with ¡¡Puro Sabor - Salsa Cubana !! + Gratis/FREE Chilpachole Pa' la Cruda! + Tragos/Drinks + SUP & Kayak :: See You There!! / No Falten!! — at Fenix Lounge.

·Iguana's has music on Friday evenings usually   Reggae- Caribbean-Tropical music on Saturdays  & Sundays, Starting around 6. 
The Sol Rockers play at Bahia Tortuga on Sunday evenings. 
You may find live music after 9 or 10 on Hidalgo at Fayne's, La Terraza, or  Comono, and at Poc Na Hostel.

TOMORROW!!
At Poc Na Nov 24 8p..Fidel Nada Full Band

On the internet in the past 24 hours...

It says>>>For a clean town (5 photos) If we all get involved with cleaning up our environment, we will have a better place to live, therefore we understand why this administration has organized and participates in ongoing cleanups.

Ayuntamiento De Isla Mujeres

Today

Por un municipio limpio (5 photos)

Si todos nos involucramos a la limpieza de nuestro entorno, tendremos un mejor lugar para vivir, así lo entendemos en esta administración por eso permanentemente organizamos y participamos en las jornadas de limpieza. #ComunidadEnAcción — in Isla Mujeres.

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It says>>Because the families of the municipality are very important, today this group of Women In Action was formed to work together with the DIF of Isla Mujeres to help those in need.

Ayuntamiento De Isla Mujeres

18 hours ago

Porque las familias del municipio son lo más importante, hoy conformamos el grupo de Mujeres en Acción para trabajar junto con el DIF Isla Mujeres a favor de quien lo necesite.
#ComunidadEnAcción #FamiliaEnAcción — in Isla Mujeres.

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It says>>>A government that is close to youths, that listens, and seeks necessary solutions face to face

Ayuntamiento De Isla Mujeres

22 hours ago · Edited

Un gobierno cercano a la niñez y a la juventud, que escucha y resuelve frente a frente las necesidades. #ComunidadEnAcción
Boletín: http://goo.gl/6PYICC — in Isla Mujeres.

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little yellow school house

If you missed her last night you can catch her at fenix beach tonight at 9:00 p.m.

This is Colleen Lloy from Nashville who played at LYSH's benefit last night.

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Isla Animals

Daily Update: So, Guapo got a golf cart ride for being so brave. He made it through the two hour surgery, Yahoo. There’s a lot of stitching in his mouth and if it heals well he’s going to be fine. Soft food and quiet time should do the trick. He goes back to Canada on Sunday. What a lucky guy. Imagine loving up your dog so much that you take him to another country for surgery. Well actually, most of you can imagine that right, that’s why you read these posts. We checked on Vanilla and she has a cast on her front leg and is doing well. I know that Chocolate misses her so we’re trying to get her back to the island as soon as we can. I’m so lucky to have two friends visiting who are both vets and yesterday I dragged them all over the island checking on one dog after another. They were great.

Sally Margolis adds...
Thanks to our wonderful donors we are at 58% of our goal, and thank you for continuing to share the campaign. (Special thank you to Arturo, our vet, who will, as always, generously wait to be paid. He does so much for us, and we are so lucky to have him.) Have a great weekend, everyone.

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Chuuk Kay says they will be having music at three and are open now. buckets, tikin xic..

Chuuk Kay Restaurante shared Daniela Torres Villa's photo.

ESTIMADOS AMIGOS Y CLIENTES:
ESTAMOS ABIERTOS!!!! LES ESPERAMOS ESTE SABADO A DISFRUTAR DE MUSICA VIVA CON LA BANDA DIN NOMBRE A PARTIR DE LAS 3 DE LA TARDES, CUBETAZOS, HORA FELIZ Y EL MEJOR TIKIN XIC DE ISLA MUJERES!!!

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Rob HerrinIslaholics

Not to rub it in or anything......but....

Get your tan on!

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