The second issue of The Isla Mujeres Magazine to
benefit Isla charities will be published soon, featuring a
variety of talented writers and photographers! Thank-you to everyone who has visited & shared it!
Check out the Charity document, patronize the supportive businesses & visit the blogs of the talented contributors! Contact me at westofcuba@gmail.com if you'd like to donate $15 to your fav charity, for an ad. Good causes, good exposure. 100% is contributed. Donations will be totaled, published & turned over to the charities soon...some have already been donated.
Update...The content & layout are finished, and awaiting publication, while I am creating & posting the new ads. It is going slowly because I am busy with other things, your patience is appreciated. Feel free to copy & share the Charity document! Telling your friends about the Magazine & sharing links helps Isla Charities, too. Your support is appreciated & small efforts add up to big differences. Thanks!
Check out the Charity document, patronize the supportive businesses & visit the blogs of the talented contributors! Contact me at westofcuba@gmail.com if you'd like to donate $15 to your fav charity, for an ad. Good causes, good exposure. 100% is contributed. Donations will be totaled, published & turned over to the charities soon...some have already been donated.
Update...The content & layout are finished, and awaiting publication, while I am creating & posting the new ads. It is going slowly because I am busy with other things, your patience is appreciated. Feel free to copy & share the Charity document! Telling your friends about the Magazine & sharing links helps Isla Charities, too. Your support is appreciated & small efforts add up to big differences. Thanks!
This is the live webcam at North Beach / Playa Norte
From Noticias de Diario de Quintana Roo ....
The DQR website went down just now...
Ready for Handball Tournament that starts Dec. 11: Finishing touches
Listos para Handball
Ultiman detalles para su arranque el próximo día 11
Lanrry PARRA
ISLA MUJERES, 7 de diciembre.-
ISLA MUJERES, 7 de diciembre.-
Downtown hotels expect excellent winter season with good profits
Excelente temporada
Hoteleros del Centro esperan jugosas ganancias durante el Invierno
Lanrry PARRA
ISLA MUJERES, 7 de diciembre.-
ISLA MUJERES, 7 de diciembre.-
Winner of 2014 poetry contest awarded prize
Yesterday....
Plan proposed to rescue "Chiron" without damage to the reefs
Plan de rescate
Presentan propuesta para retirar el “Chiron” sin dañar arrecifes
Lanrry PARRA
ISLA MUJERES, 6 de diciembre.-
Leer más...
A plan to rescue the sailboat "Chiron" has been submitted to the Port Authority, and in turn this was forwarded to the Procuraduría Federal de Protección Ambiental (Profepa) y la Armada de México,(Federal Environmental Protection Agency and the Navy) for authorization. The boat, flying an American flag, capsized a week and a half ago, on Nov. 28th, about a mile south of Isla Contoy. Safety measures are required to prevent damage to the reefs, and to assure no fuel products are spilled that could cause pollution. (It was noted in a previous article that the boat had run out of fuel while in the Yucatan channel). If the plan is authorized work could begin at the first days of this week, under the supervision of those agencies and the staff of the National Park of Isla Contoy, and then the remains are expected to be brought to Isla Mujeres. The shipwreck supposedly happened after a mechanical failure, and then a leak occurred in the hull, causing it to sink. The incident occurred during strong winds with a northern front that caused the closure of the port for general navigation, but apparently this vessel was already at sea prior to the restriction.
A plan to rescue the sailboat "Chiron" has been submitted to the Port Authority, and in turn this was forwarded to the Procuraduría Federal de Protección Ambiental (Profepa) y la Armada de México,(Federal Environmental Protection Agency and the Navy) for authorization. The boat, flying an American flag, capsized a week and a half ago, on Nov. 28th, about a mile south of Isla Contoy. Safety measures are required to prevent damage to the reefs, and to assure no fuel products are spilled that could cause pollution. (It was noted in a previous article that the boat had run out of fuel while in the Yucatan channel). If the plan is authorized work could begin at the first days of this week, under the supervision of those agencies and the staff of the National Park of Isla Contoy, and then the remains are expected to be brought to Isla Mujeres. The shipwreck supposedly happened after a mechanical failure, and then a leak occurred in the hull, causing it to sink. The incident occurred during strong winds with a northern front that caused the closure of the port for general navigation, but apparently this vessel was already at sea prior to the restriction.
Day Before Yesterday....The DQR website is down right now, so I'll get back to these manana....
Converting the pier into a museum in 2015: Agapito
Convertirán muelle en museo, en 2015
Señala la Apiqroo
Lanrry PARRA
ISLA MUJERES, 5 de diciembre.-
ISLA MUJERES, 5 de diciembre.-
City is ready to pay the year end bonuses next week: Municipal Treasurer
Comuna alista aguinaldos
Comenzará a pagarlos la próxima semana, confirma tesorero
Lanrry PARRA
ISLA MUJERES, 5 de diciembre.-
ISLA MUJERES, 5 de diciembre.-
CECATI courses conclude: Directly benefiting 43 people
Concluyen cursos del Cecati
Beneficio directo a 43 personas
Lanrry PARRA
ISLA MUJERES, 5 de diciembre.-
ISLA MUJERES, 5 de diciembre.-
Preserving iguanas: City begins a unique program for the island
Comuna pone en marcha un singular programa de conservación para ínsula
Lanrry PARRAISLA MUJERES, 5 de diciembre.-
Poisoned dog causes unrest among residents
Aparecen canes envenenados
Se desata revuelo y malestar ciudadano
Lanrry PARRA
ISLA MUJERES, 5 de diciembre.-
ISLA MUJERES, 5 de diciembre.-
From Tvisla Mujeres
Ruben Chavz Ruiz awarded winning prize in 2014 poetry contest Juegos Florales de Isla Mujeres 2014
http://www.tvislamujeres.com.mx/gobierno/recibe-ruben-chavez-ruiz-premio-de-los-juegos-florales-isla-mujeres-2014/
Rubén Chávez Ruiz, of the state of Aguascalientes, was the winner of the poetry contest Juegos Florales de Isla Mujeres 2014. With the pseudonym of Luis Mares, the winning poet received his award from the hands of mayor Agapito Magaña Sánchez.
Our island always has the best views for enjoying the Caribbean Sea
Nuestra isla siempre tendrá los mejores paisajes para disfrutar del Mar Caribe.
Part of our living culture is the activities of the gremios, a tradition from the past, with expressions of faith in the present.
La realización de los gremios, tradición que proviene de tiempos pasados y que acogemos con fe en nuestro presente, es parte de nuestra cultura viva.
International Day of Civil Aviation
From Noticias de Diario Respuesta...
Award to winner of poetry contest
Premian a ganador de concurso de poesía
A large number of guests attended the award to the winner of the poetry contest Juegos Florales de Isla Mujeres 2014, which was given to Rubén Chávez Ruiz Esparza, and honorable mention was given to Margarita González Arellano, José Santos Aguilar Aguilar and Omar Ortega Lozada. Over 100 works of poetry were submitted from different parts of Mexico. The award ceremony took place at noon at the City Council room.
From por esto
End coming to the town saint festivities
Llega a su fin la fiesta patronal[+] Ver mas
On Saturday night the gremio of the DIF, social service agency, headed by Marthy Vargas de Magana held a public event, with brilliant clothing by those attending.
The festivities began on Nov. 28th when the image was taken down from her niche, to tour through the streets of the isle and for pilgrimages with the guilds/gremios of the islands of the pescadores, lancheros, policías, familias, niños, jóvenes, señoras, colonos y meseros...Fishermen, boatmen, police, families, children, teens, women, colonias/villages, and waiters. They were always assisted by the Traffic police to protect these processions which included children and adults, as well as the oldest fisherman, a centenarian who venerates the Virgin from a wheelchair, accompanied by the gremio of his fishing cooperative.
Every day, after a mass there was music, dancing, traditions, and food in the town square. On Monday, according to the schedule, the First Communion Mass will be held at 10am and the guild "Conchita" will celebrate, and the procession will begin at 3p from the church downtown to the pier for the sea procession and she will then be returned to the same pier and then to her niche.
Secular fiestas left 25 detained
Fiestas profanas dejaron 25 detenidos [+] Ver mas
The police have increased surveillance at the banks and shopping areas to ensure the safety of people withdrawing large amounts of money for pay and for their year end bonuses. It is recommended that people using ATMs take all precautions to avoid falling prey to conventional thieves of those to take passwords, although incidents have been isolated here, but it is desired to avoid anyone being affected during these holidays.
Yesterday....
Successful Sixth Culinary Event
Todo un éxito Sexta Muestra Gastronómica[+] Ver mas
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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, Bufalo, Bahama Mama, or Manolitos. Walk less than 10 minutes to shop at Chedraui. Visit restaurants, 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.
Charity Info
See tab at top of page!
Donation Drop offs:
Red Cross: Social Justicia Restaurant (south of ferry terminal, north of car ferry)
Books for Grade School Reading Program, Items for Isla Animals, Diabetes Supplies, Shoes for the Kids, Items for Little Yellow School House, Moto Helmets for kids...Barlitos @ Marina Paraiso
Music
Miguel's high season schedule:
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
Wednesday 7pm - 9pm Comono/Patio Sol Rockers
Thurs, Marina Paraiso 7-9 pm
Sats. El Patio 630-830 "Country Nights" this Saturday thru December..
. Sunday at El Patio w Sol Rockers from 7 to 9 pm
Sundays 630 to 9 - solo Ryan Rickman - 9 to 11 - Sol Rockers
Mondays 630 to 830 Miguel - 830 to 1130 Ryan Rickman -
Tuesdays not sure who is there, but someone is...
Wednesdays 7 to 9 Sol Rockers and DJ 9-12
Thursdays 6 to 8 Miguel and Elvin from 8 to 11
Fridays 630 to 815 Fabio Ryan and band 830 to 1130
Saturdays 630-830 John Cain solo Country music 830 to 1130 Ryan and Band..
. Sunday at El Patio 7 to 9 pm Sol Rockers
Fenix Sun ~2p Salsa
You may find live music after 9 or 10 on Hidalgo at Fayne's, La Terraza, or Comono, and at Poc Na Hostel.
Saturday afternoon ~3-5 Cuban music at Veradara's Cuban restaurant
Here's Music by day of the week...with a thanks to Jean Lemke for rearranging it!
Monday - Miguel solo @ El patio 6:30 - 8:30
Ryan Rickman @ El patio 8:30 - 11:30
Tuesday - John Cain @ Café Del Mar solo 8-10 p
Sol Rockers @El patio house of music 7-9
La Banda Sin Nombre @ El Patio house of music 9:15-11:15
Wednesday - Sol Rockers @El patio house of music 7-9
La Banda Sin Nombre @ Faynes - 10:30 - 12:00
Thursday - John Cain @ Marina Paraiso - solo 7-9
Miguel @El Patio house of music 6-8/ Faynes 10:30 - 12
Elvis @ el Patio house of music 8-11
La Banda Sin Nombre @ Fayne's 10:30 - 12
Friday - Miguel @ Marina Paraiso solo 7-9
Miguel @ Fayne's 10:30 - 12
La Banda Sin Nombre @ Adelitas for Salsa 12:30 - 2
Fabio @ El Patio house of music 6:30 - 8:15
Ryan and Band @ El Patio house of music 8:30 - 11:30
Saturday - Cuban Music at El Veradaro's 3-5
Banda Sin Nombre - Chuuk Kay 3:30
Miguel @ Marina Paraiso solo 7-9
La Banda Sin Nombre - Faynes 10:30 - 12:00
Banda Sin Nombre - Adelitas for Salsa 12:30 - 2
Ryan and Band @ El Patio house of music 8:30 - 11:30
Sunday - Fenix for Salsa 1-3
Banda Sin Nombre @Chuuk kay 3:30
Sol Rockers El Patio 7-9
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EVENTS
Nov 30 Hurricane Season Officially Ends
Regarding the schedule of celebrations for the patron saint of the island, they are as follows:
On
Friday, Nov. 28, the activities honoring the Virgin of Immaculate
Conception, the patroness of Isla Mujeres, will begin with the removal
of the icon from her niche, and the blessings of the banners of the
guilds & blessings for the faithful who have kept a promise during
the year. Following the blessings by Father Raul Sanchez, there will be a
procession through the town center. That will be followed by
fireworks, and the ribbon cutting to inaugurate the festivals, by the
City officials.
On Friday, there will be family oriented celebration to carry on traditions that will include a vaquería, bailables,and a kermesse.
Sat. Nov 29, the gremios of colonias Cañotal & Salinas;
Sunday, Nov.30 el gremio de Niños & of the colonia Miraflores.
Monday, Dec. 1, gremio of Apostolados of la Capilla, of la Caridad del Cobre
Tuesday Dec.. 2 gremios of la cooperativa Isla Blanca, Sindicato de Gastronómicos of the CROC union & colonia Salina Chica.
Wed., Dec. 3, gremio de la
cooperativa Caribe & at six in the evening are the confirmations by
monseñor Pedro Pablo Elizondo.
Thurs. Dec. 4, gremios of la
cooperativa Patria y Progreso, Apostolados of Sagrado Corazón (Sacred
Heart church) & Seguridad Pública (the police),
Friday Dec. 5, en tanto que
el viernes 5, los gremios of la cooperativa Adolfo López Mateos, Barrio
de Pescadores, Jóvenes, colonia Salina Grande and the Señoras.
On Saturday, Dec 6, los gremios of las cooperativas Isla Mujeres, Justicia Social, Isla Bonita & el gremio of las Familias.
On Sunday, Dec 7, at 7pm, the
Virgin will pass through the main streets of the isle in a caravan of
members of the congregation of the Church of Immaculate Conception. At
10:30pm the gremio of the mobile vendors will celebrat with a grand
kermesse, and the mass of the mañanitas will be held for a la patrona
of the island.
To close the celebrations, on
Monday, December 8 at 10am there will be a mass of First Communion, and
of the gremio of las Choncitas, and at 3pm there will be a boat
procession in the Bay, a mass, and the Virgin will be returned to her
niche until next year.
December...
Artist Fairs on the Town Square, usually first Thursday, were cancelled for October & November. There's a second fair in December. Next Fair: Dec. 18 4p-9p
ARTE LIFE FASHION SHOW 2014
Friday, December 5 at 7:00pm Naval Club
Magic Show at PocNa Mondays at 8:30 Free (tips encouraged) 2x1 cocktails 50p
Sunset ~5p
Moonrise over the Caribbean
Dec. 6 at 5:35p Full Moon
Dec. 7 at 6:27p
Dec. 8 at 7:19
Dec. 9 at 8:11
Dec. 10 at 9:01p
Dec. 11 at 9:51
Dec. 12 at 10:40
Dec 4 Naval Wives Breakfast to benefit Naval hospital. Naval Club
Dec 8 Day of the Virgin of Immaculate Conception, Isla's town saint
Dec 11-13 Posada Beach National Handball Tournament
Dec 11..Mananitas will be sung to the Virgin of Guadalupe at a religious celebration at her chapel in the evening
Dec 12 Day of Virgin of Guadalupe, Mexico's saint Banks close (not an 'official' gov't holiday)
Texas Hold 'Em Poker Mon & Thurs at El Patio 6p on Hidalgo..more info HERE.
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