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 ....
Everything is ready for Carnaval Festival Feb. 13-17
Todo listo para el Carnaval
La fiesta de la carne se llevará a cabo del 13 al 17 de febrero
Lanrry PARRA
ISLA MUJERES, 1 de febrero.-
ISLA MUJERES, 1 de febrero.-
See translation in the City section
From Tvisla Mujeres
En Isla Mujeres, pueblo y gobierno se encuentran listos para el disfrute de los colores, la alegría, la música, el baile y la diversión del espectacular “Carnaval Isla Mujeres 2015”. La fiesta de la carne, de ahí su nombre: …
Ready for Carnaval
In Isla Mujeres, the people and the government are ready to enjoy the colors, music, joy, dancing, and great fun of “Carnaval Isla Mujeres 2015”.The "feast of meat", La fiesta de la carne, hence its name: carnival, is a tradition on this small Caribbean island which is enjoyed by locals, visitors, and tourists from around the world. Carnival comes from the Latin words carne vale, meaning "farewell to the flesh"...carnal also means sensual, of the flesh...as in English..carnal knowledge.
Carnaval ends at midnight on Fat Tuesday. It is followed by Ash Wednesday, when meat was prohibited by the Catholic Church during the 40 days of Lent until Easter. Carnival is a sort of 'last hurrah' of partying before Lent. The Carnival 'king', Juan Carnaval, is burned on Tuesday evening, and his 'will' is read, which includes humorous mentions of politicians & local 'celebrities'.
The Celebration of the Rey Momo, as Carnaval is also known, is celebrated in many countries of the world, and will take place in Isla From Friday Feb. 13th to Tuesday Feb 17th. For weeks in advance the municipal government and members of the community have been preparing for this celebration that has among other objectives to provide a venue for funa and recreation for local families, while showing the world the best of the islanders and their unique traditions of fiestas.
The Carnaval schedule includes parades, performances, costumes & contests, dances, music, games, and other activities to liven up this popular festival. Carnaval of Isla Mujeres has a well deserved reputation of participation and organization and this year is no exception. There will be an extensive and varied schedule of activities for people to enjoy (gozar & vivir a lo grande...lit. enjoy & live large).
During the four days of the festival, at the Town Square and in different parts of the island, you can enjoy shows, parades, competitions, including music & dancing and regional dancing. The official program has been released by Ruben Perez Marin, municipal Director of Culture.
The rest of the article is the schedule, which I translated in the Events section below.
From por esto
Many betrayed by their 'biological clock'
Muchos traicionados por el reloj biológico [+] Ver mas
Some islanders were late to work due to the time change. Although they knew to advance their clocks, they were ruled by their own 'biological clock'. Similar opinions were given as were expressed in the article translated yesterday.
Seeking accountability at the High School
Muchos traicionados por el reloj biológico [+] Ver mas
Seeking accountability at the High School
Amenazan tomar plantel del Cobach [+] Ver mas
Some parents of students at the high school, Colegio Bachillees, are requesting information about the use of school fees. Some say that since they have no Parents Association, they should not pay fees (cuotas).
Parents are asking for accountability for the fees they pay, noting they see improvements on the campus that are paid for by municipal, state, and federal governments, but they do not know where the resources they contribute are spent.
Soon in Isla Mujeres
Breves de Isla Mujeres[+] Ver mas
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It is Día de la Candelaria....time to eat tamales!
Why??
On Día de Reyes or King’s Day, (Jan. 6th, when kids receive gifts symbolizing gifts from the three Kings gifts to baby Jesus), friends & families share rosca cakes that have figurines hidden inside. If you aren't clever at palming your baby Jesus, you win the honor of serving tamales to those friends & family members today.
In Mexico, the Christmas holidays end today, and the nativity scenes are put away. The Jesus figures are dressed and taken to church for a blessing. It's the Day of the Presentation of Christ at the temple, because Feb. 2nd is 40 days after Christmas. Jewish law said that after 40 days, babies were to be taken to the temple, because women were considered to be unclean for forty days after giving birth. Mary took Jesus to the temple with candles...“Candelas”, hence the name “Candelaria”, and "Candlemas"
Pre-Hispanic Mexicans had also a ceremony in the beginning of February. Aztecs had the tradition of paying a tribute to their Rain God “Tlaloc” and the “Tlaloques”(clouds), to pray for rain for their agricultural activities. They dressed the children in fancy outfits, took them to the Tlaloc Hill, and encouraged them cry as an augury of water abundance. Since this tradition was related to children, it was probably relatively easy for Catholic priests to link it to their religious celebration.
Long before the arrival of the Spanish, Mexican natives, and people in the Meso-American region consumed tamales, especially in agricultural celebrations.
In some cultures, including Mexico, Candlemas was also believed to be a good day for weather forecasting (it falls halfway between the winter solstice and the spring equinox). If it is a sunny day, there would be forty more days of cold and snow. Happy Groundhog's Day! ~~WentCoastal/Ronda
It is Día de la Candelaria....time to eat tamales!
Why??
On Día de Reyes or King’s Day, (Jan. 6th, when kids receive gifts symbolizing gifts from the three Kings gifts to baby Jesus), friends & families share rosca cakes that have figurines hidden inside. If you aren't clever at palming your baby Jesus, you win the honor of serving tamales to those friends & family members today.
In Mexico, the Christmas holidays end today, and the nativity scenes are put away. The Jesus figures are dressed and taken to church for a blessing. It's the Day of the Presentation of Christ at the temple, because Feb. 2nd is 40 days after Christmas. Jewish law said that after 40 days, babies were to be taken to the temple, because women were considered to be unclean for forty days after giving birth. Mary took Jesus to the temple with candles...“Candelas”, hence the name “Candelaria”, and "Candlemas"
Pre-Hispanic Mexicans had also a ceremony in the beginning of February. Aztecs had the tradition of paying a tribute to their Rain God “Tlaloc” and the “Tlaloques”(clouds), to pray for rain for their agricultural activities. They dressed the children in fancy outfits, took them to the Tlaloc Hill, and encouraged them cry as an augury of water abundance. Since this tradition was related to children, it was probably relatively easy for Catholic priests to link it to their religious celebration.
Long before the arrival of the Spanish, Mexican natives, and people in the Meso-American region consumed tamales, especially in agricultural celebrations.
In some cultures, including Mexico, Candlemas was also believed to be a good day for weather forecasting (it falls halfway between the winter solstice and the spring equinox). If it is a sunny day, there would be forty more days of cold and snow. Happy Groundhog's Day! ~~WentCoastal/Ronda
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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, Compadres Barbacoa 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.
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, Items for Little Yellow School House, Moto Helmets for kids...Barlitos @ Marina Paraiso
For donations to Zapatos Para Los Ninos.. please contact Greg at bullridersnider@yahoo.com, or find them on Facebook at "Shoes For The Children."
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 ElPatio Sol Rockers
Thurs 9-11 El Patio
Sats. El Patio 630-830
Sunday at El Patio w Sol Rockers from 7 to 9 pm
Sundays 7-9 - Sol Rockers
Mondays 630 to 830 Miguel / 830 to 1130 Ryan Rickman -
Tuesdays 9-11 Banda Sin Nombre
Wednesdays 7 to 9 Sol Rockers / DJ 9-12
Thursdays 6 to 8 Miguel / John Cain from 8 to 11
Fridays 630 to 815 Fabio & Ryan / band 830 to 1130
Saturdays 630-830 John Cain solo Country music / 830 to 1130 Ryan and Band..
Fenix Sun 1p Salsa They are again having music in the afternoons including the Cuban musicians, and Chucho (Jesus Campuzano)
Marina Paraiso has live music Thursday, Friday, & Saturday 7-9
Bahia Tortuga has live music at times...announced on their streetside signboard.
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 -
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 -
Miguel @El Patio house of music 6-8/ Faynes 10:30 - 12
John Cain @ el Patio 9-11
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
John Cain 6:30-8:30 @ El Patio house of music Ryan and Band 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
Artist Fairs on the Town Square, usually first Thursday, 4p-9p Dec~April.
FEBRUARY>>>>
Sunset ~6:30p
Moon rise...
Feb. 4 5:45 (FULL)
Feb. 5 6:32
Feb. 6 7:17
Feb. 7 7:59
Feb. 8 8:38
Feb. 9 9:21
Feb. 10 10:10
Feb. 11 10:58
SUNDAY, FEB. 1 The time changed
For the next month we'll be synced with EST, until March 8, when the US goes onto DST (and we don't). Then for ~8 months we are in sync w Central Time in the US, since we will no longer be changing back & forth with Daylight Savings Time. (DST is March 8-Nov.1 in the US, and April 5-Oct. 25 in Mexico.)
We're only "on EST" ~4 mos/yr from Nov 1-March 8.
Monday, February 2 no school/day off for February 5th Constitution Day. (And if you got the baby in your rosca on Kings Day, you're hosting a tamale party on 2/2.Candlemas)
Thursday, Feb 5 Artist Fair on Town Square 4-9p with Taste of Isla 5-7p
February 2-8 Island Time Fishing Tournament -- a week of music and fishing to benefit the Little Yellow School House. Here's the schedule as it stands now. Wednesday's Margarita Madness at Fenix and Friday's Fiesta at El Patio have no cover. If you want to purchase tickets to the Monday, Tuesday, or Saturday events, please send an email to: hasc0729@aol.com
Sail fishing Tournament February 3-7 2015 register online @ islandtimefishingtournament.com info@islandtimefishingtournament.com
To benefit the The Little Yellow School house Isla Mujeres
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Thursday February 12th will be the Navy Wives Breakfast at 9:00 am at Club Naval in Centro. The proceeds go to the Navy Hospital. This month the theme is Valentine's Day, and the tickets will be 120 pesos. This breakfast is really more like lunch, and we should be meeting the wife of the new commandant.
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We're celebrating Carnaval Feb 13-17
Friday, Feb. 13
8pm Town Square: Gala Night
Coronations of the Senior Citizen King & Queen & of the King & Queen with disabilities/special needs & of the 2015 Carnaval King & Queen: Jose Carlos & Yoselin
Saturday, Feb. 14
9pm Town Square: Cuban Night
Presentation of the 2015 Carnaval King & Queen's troupe
Children's Costume Contest
Music & dancing: Ameniza: Huracan del Caribe from Cuba
Sunday, Feb. 15
3p Rueda Medina Avenue Parade: Beach Carnaval
8p Town Square: DIF Carnaval
Children's Costume Contest
Pet Costume Contest
Monday, Feb. 16
3p Rueda Medina Avenue Parade
9p Town Square Regional Night
Presentation of Dance Troupes
Costume Contest: Open Category
Music & Dancing: Orquesta Jaranera
Tuesday, Feb. 17
12p Downtown Streets: Fat Tuesday
Negrada by Dance Troupes & Toro Petate
8p Town Square Night of the Dance Troupes
Presentation of Dance Troupes
Burning of Juan Carnaval & Presentation of his Will
Music & dancing: Ameniza: Huracan del Caribe from Cuba
TRANSLATION FROM ISLA MUJERES DAILY NEWS & EVENTS
Saturday, Feb 14 at 9pm: Children's Costume Contest on the Town Square for those under 13
Sunday, Feb 15 at 8pm: Pet Costume Contest on the Town Square. (Foreign residents are encouraged to participate. Register now during office hours (9a-3p) at the Dept. of Culture next to the library in the park "Las Gaviotas" in colonia Salinas, or in the offices of the Dept. of Ecology at Hacienda Mundaca.)
Monday, Feb. 16 at 10pm: Open Category Costume Contest on the Town Square for residents of Isla Mujeres over 13
The prizes and location to register are given on the posters.
Upcoming holidays
Monday, March 16th is day off for March 21, (birth of Benito Juarez).
Fri March 27 - Sun April 12=Easter Break w lotsa daytrippers/busy ferries.
April 2 & 3 are Bank holidays.
Friday, May 1=National holiday (Labor day).
The kids summer vaca starts July 14th.
Texas Hold 'Em Poker Mon & Thurs at El Patio 6p on Hidalgo..more info HERE.
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