The second issue of
The Isla Mujeres Magazine
to benefit Isla charities
is online,
featuring a variety of talented writers and photographers!
The Isla Mujeres Magazine
to benefit Isla charities
is online,
featuring a variety of talented writers and photographers!
Here's a link to the Magazine
Please
share the charity document, patronize the supportive businesses, &
enjoy the articles, photos, & videos! If you'd like to donate $15 to
your favorite charity to have an ad in this 2015 issue, contact me at
westofcuba@gmail.com
This is the live webcam at North Beach / Playa Norte
From Noticias de Diario de Quintana Roo ....
link to their Isla articles
Car totaled
Driver fled, taking the stereo
Destroza su “carrazo” en Isla Mujeres
Guiador ebrio huye, no sin antes llevarse su estéreo
Lanrry PARRA
According to the PMP, Municipal Preventive Police, they received a report of a crash and found that a Mitsubishi Eclipse convertible sports car (license plate MJW 38 08) had struck a utility pole on Rueda Medina Avenue, near the Whale Shark monument. At 6:45am, they found the car almost on the sidewalk, abandoned by its driver, and it is presumed the driver was drunk. Before departing the driver removed the stereo and sound equipment. The tow truck broke down that was brought to the scene to remove the car. The unknown driver will face a complaint from the City, for damage caused to the public utility pole.
ISLA MUJERES, 1 de junio.-
According to the PMP, Municipal Preventive Police, they received a report of a crash and found that a Mitsubishi Eclipse convertible sports car (license plate MJW 38 08) had struck a utility pole on Rueda Medina Avenue, near the Whale Shark monument. At 6:45am, they found the car almost on the sidewalk, abandoned by its driver, and it is presumed the driver was drunk. Before departing the driver removed the stereo and sound equipment. The tow truck broke down that was brought to the scene to remove the car. The unknown driver will face a complaint from the City, for damage caused to the public utility pole.
ISLA MUJERES, 1 de junio.-
Hurricane season begins with intense rain
Inicia con intensas lluvias
La temporada de huracanes
Lanrry PARRA
The rain began around 11am, shortly after the wreath was placed to commemorate Dia de la Marina (Navy Day). The rain continued throughout most of the day, but not constantly, causing inconvenience to both locals and visitors. Despite the intermittent rain, some tourists did not stay locked in nor did they sit still in one place, and were seen going around on golf carts and scooters, while others waited for the rain to subside before continuing their travels. There was some flooding in many parts of the isle, and the beaches were completely empty.
ISLA MUJERES, 1 de junio.-
The rain began around 11am, shortly after the wreath was placed to commemorate Dia de la Marina (Navy Day). The rain continued throughout most of the day, but not constantly, causing inconvenience to both locals and visitors. Despite the intermittent rain, some tourists did not stay locked in nor did they sit still in one place, and were seen going around on golf carts and scooters, while others waited for the rain to subside before continuing their travels. There was some flooding in many parts of the isle, and the beaches were completely empty.
ISLA MUJERES, 1 de junio.-
Governor tours schools renovated by the program "School Brigades"
Supervisaran obras
El Gobernador recorre planteles rehabilitados por el programa “Brigadas Escuelas”
Lanrry Parra
During his working trip to Isla Mujeres today, Governor Roberto Borge Angulo took a tour of two primary schools to monitor the rehabilitation work done by the program "Brigadas Escuelas" (School Brigades). He visited "Julio Sauri Espinoza" school in colonia La Gloria, and "Cesar Mendoza Santana" school in Salina Grande. He was accompanied by municipal presidents Agapito Magaña Sánchez, and Pedro Flota Alcocer, as well as Fidel Villanueva Rivero, of the XIV Legislatura del Congreso del Estado y del Tribunal Superior de Justicia, and by the private secretary of the Governor, Manuel Valencia Cardin.
During his working trip to Isla Mujeres today, Governor Roberto Borge Angulo took a tour of two primary schools to monitor the rehabilitation work done by the program "Brigadas Escuelas" (School Brigades). He visited "Julio Sauri Espinoza" school in colonia La Gloria, and "Cesar Mendoza Santana" school in Salina Grande. He was accompanied by municipal presidents Agapito Magaña Sánchez, and Pedro Flota Alcocer, as well as Fidel Villanueva Rivero, of the XIV Legislatura del Congreso del Estado y del Tribunal Superior de Justicia, and by the private secretary of the Governor, Manuel Valencia Cardin.
The Governor gave instructions for the 17 schools in Isla Mujeres to be rehabilitated with more maintenance, for the benefit of thousands of students. The School Brigades program has rejuvenated a 27 campuses in Cozumel, out of a total of 47.
During the tour, the school directors of "Julio Sauri Espinoza" primary school, Teresita Sosa Celis and Angelita Jimenez Ku, thanked the Governor, and the chief executive greeted students and parents, and reiterated that he will continue to work for the benefit of students of Quintana Roo.
Other officials were present, who are listed in the article.
ISLA MUJERES, 1 de junio.-
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Governor Roberto Borge Angulo, accompanied by Mayor of Isla Mujeres, Agapito Magana Sanchez, led the first Regular session of the State Council for Civil Protection and the Installation of the Permanent Operating Committee Specializing in Hydrometeorological Phenomena.
El gobernador Roberto Borge Angulo en compañía del presidente municipal de Isla Mujeres, Agapito Magaña Sánchez encabezó la Primera Sesión Ordinaria del Consejo Estatal de Protección Civil y la Instalación Permanente del Comité Operativo Especializado en Fenómenos Hidrometeorológicos 2015.
Poets living in the entire Caribbean basin, including the Peninsula of Florida of the United States, may participate, provided that their works are submitted in Spanish. The work must be submitted in triplicate, and be a poem or poems that have not been published. (There are many more details about the format, required information, etc.) There is one prize of $3000 usd, or the equivalent in Mexican pesos, and publication of the winner's work. The City of Isla Mujeres reserves the rights of the first edition of the winning work. The winner also receives a round trip from the city or country where they reside, as well as lodging for three days and two nights with meals included, in Isla Mujeres, and a gift of a local piece of art. The deadline is Sept. 15.
Conoce la convocatoria para los Juegos Florales de Isla Mujeres 2015.
http://goo.gl/jY7dbb
1 de Junio. Día de la Marina Nacional. June first, Navy Day
This morning, Governor Roberto Borge Angula, accompanied by municipal president Agapito Magana Sanchez, led the ceremony for the LXXIII Anniversary of Navy Day. They deposited a floral wreath in the sea in memory of the sailors who died in the line of duty.
El gobernador Roberto Borge Angulo acompañado del presidente municipal, Agapito Magaña Sánchez encabezó esta mañana la ceremonia del LXXIII Aniversario del Día de la Marina.
De igual manera depositaron una ofrenda floral en el mar en memoria de los marinos caídos en el cumpliendo del deber.
June first, World Day of Mothers and Fathers.
1 de Junio. Día mundial de las Madres y los Padres.
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From Tvisla Mujeres (You can join this fb page at this link)
Owner of convertible will be responsible for the damages incurred in the accident...
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Noti Isla Mujeres (you can join this page on FB at this link & view the photos)
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From por esto Link to their Isla Mujeres articles
Installation of the Anti-Hurricane Committee
Instalación del comité contra huracanes[+] Ver mas
Mayor Agapito Magana Sanchez spoke and said, "The population of Isla Mujeres can be sure the authorities are working in coordination to ensure the safety and security of all the people of Quintana Roo. He said. "It should not be forgotten that security and civil protection in all circumstances and situations is also a shared responsibility of every citizen and of every family."
National Navy: Strength behind our sovereignty
Marina Nacional, baluarte en nuestra soberanía[+] Ver mas
In the his speech, Admiral Juan Guillermo Fierro Rocha, commander of the Fifth Naval Region, read the discourse of the Naval Secretary, Francisco Sobaron Sanz, written for this occasion, expressing gratitude for the assistance of the sectors represented, especially the boaters, fishermen, and nautical service providers. The Military Chief had given a breakfast to the people representing Isla Mujeres and Quintana Roo, before the official event at the Naval Club, where they crowned Senorita Dia de la Marina, Darcy Danae Magaña Cohuo, in the company of Mayor Agapito Magana and his wife.
The Wreath
With rain threatening, the officials went out into the Bay aboard the ship "Cochimie" at 11am to place a wreath on the sea, including Mayors of Isla Mujeres and Cancun, Agapito Magaña Sánchez and Paul Carrillo de Cáceres, as well Governor Roberto Borge and Admiral Juan Guillermo Fierro Rocha. They tried to speed up the official ceremony of placing the wreath, to avoid the showers. They returned to the Naval pier, and then the rain fell.
Several ferry companies held parties for their employees, families, and friends, to enjoy tables full of fine seafood.
Rain stops activities
Frenadas las actividades por lluviaVer mas
Crash
Hours before the rain began and before the pavement had become wet, a burgundy colored luxury car, "Eclipsse" (sic) hit a light post along south Rueda Medina boardwalk. It has license plates from the State of Mexico, MJW-38-08. After it hit the steel lamp post, it went out of control and into the opposite lane, where traffic goes from south to north.
The incident occurred a few meters south of the monument to the whale shark. The police chief, Joaquin Poot Aosta, personally attended to the removal of the vehicle with a tow truck, and confirmed that the driver had fled the scene at ~6:45am, "but not before removing his stereo and sound equipment." Damages were not determined, but the "ghost" driver will face a complaint from the City for the damages caused to the light post, said the police chief.
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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.
June Events
Sunrise ~6:05a
Sunset ~7:25p
Moonrise over the Caribbean
June 1 6:40
June 2 7:35
June 3 8:30
June 4 9:25
June 5 10:17
June 6 11:06
June 7 11:54
In the US, June is Caribbean-American Heritage month. Link.
In the US, June is also National Oceans Month Link.
June has the longest daylight hours of the year in the Northern Hemisphere and the shortest daylight hours of the year in the Southern Hemisphere,
June 1, Monday Dia de la Marina..Navy Day
10am Ceremonies at Naval base plaza.
10:40 Boats depart for ceremonial placing of wreath on the waters of the Bay commemorating those who died in service.
The first and last Ultramar ferries are cancelled.
The cargo ferry is running fewer crossings. (Departing the island at 06:00, 09:30, 12:45, 16:15 and 19:15; and departing Punta Sam at, 07:15, 11:00, 14:45, 17:30 and 20:15.)
June 4 Thursday Corpus Christi...a religious holiday
June 5, Friday World Environmental Day
Town Square 9a-noon First Isla Mujeres Environmental Fair 2015
The Navy will have a booth showing their diving equipment as well as their rescue program to combat pollution at sea, and a conference that is open to the public entitled "Mangroves".
The CFE (Federal Electrical Commission) will have a exhibition of various ways to produce electricity, aimed at grade school children.
The Human Rights Commission will have a booth and the state Director will inaugurate the fair, with the Mayor.
The labor union CROC is supplying volunteers and had donated ornamental plants, to be used for reforestation.
The DIF is participating and will be giving away discs showing how to conserve water.
Aguakan will have a booth, who often work with NGO's.
The Maritime Terminal is organizing a Drawing Contest titled "A Child's View of Caring for Nature" ( “la mirada de los niños en cuidado de la naturaleza”), and the ferry company will be responsible for the prizes.
The Veterinary Clinic of Isla Mujeres (La Clínica Veterinaria de Isla Mujeres AC) will have animals available for adoption and materials available about pet care.
The Tortugranja (Turtle Farm) will have a booth about the work they do as programs for reproduction and care for sea turtles.
The Municipal Ecology department are actively participating and will have a booth featuring the actions of their agency in favor of ecology.
The NGO Green Patrol/Paturlla Verde will present photographs from 15 years of educational work on the island.
June 7, Sunday Election Day (for Federal legislators) Restriction of sale of alcohol to go and in some local bars. Alcohol has been sold in tourist bar-restaurants during past elections.
June 8, Monday World Ocean's Day Link
June 21, Sunday Summer solstice
Father's Day
June 26 & 27, Friday & Saturday Women's Fishing Tournament La Dorada Organized by DIF
Thursdays at 8:30p at Poc Na
Fridays Artes en Todas Partes events TBA
No Artists Fairs since April, scheduled to resume in November
The Women's Fishing Tournament, "La Dorada", organized by the DIF is planed for June 26 & 27.
Charity Info
See tab at top of page!
Donation Drop offs:
Red Cross: Social Justicia Restaurant (south of ferry terminal, north of car ferry)
Isla Animals: Vet clinic at Mundaca Hacienda
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 schedule (may need updating):
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 (Updated June 1)
Sunday & Wednesday 7:30pm - 9:30pm El Patio Sol Rockers
Thursday Bahia Tortuga 6:45-8:45
Saturday. El Patio solo 630-830
Sunday Jazz from Toronto 5-7, Sol Rockers 7:30-9:30, Isla Cali 9:30-11:30
Monday Jazz from Toronto 5-7, Miguel 7:30-9:30, Isla Cali 9:30-11:30
Tuesday Jazz from Toronto 5-7, Ryan Rickman 7-9:30, Banda sin Nombre 9:30-11:30
Wednesday Sol Rockers 7:30-9:30, Radio Band 9:30-11:30
Thursday Closed for the month of June
Friday Ryan Rickman 7-9:30, Radio Band 9:30-11:30
Saturday John Cain 7:30-9:30, Isla Cali 9:30-11:30
Morgan's Restaurant & Bar - on Hidalgo
Mon - Tues 7pm - 9pm - Jazz with Norman and Darin
Wed- Sat 8pm - 11pm - Tips or Sex aka Alfedo & Jorge
Mon - Tues 7pm - 9pm - Jazz with Norman and Darin
Wed- Sat 8pm - 11pm - Tips or Sex aka Alfedo & Jorge
Fenix ~2p~5p Live music at the beach in the afternoons on Sundays. Salsa, Cumbia, Cuban music. Update June 1: Last week they had live music again in the afternoons. ~2p.
Bahia Tortuga John Cain on Thursdays and Lara on Mondays...~7p (Updated June 1)
You may find live music at night on Hidalgo
Fayne's: 10:30-12 (see above)
La Terraza: ~10-12
Morgan's: Between 7 & 11 (see above)
El Patio (see above)
Poc Na Hostel: Starting ~10p to late
Veradara's Cuban restaurant Saturdays ~3p Cuban music
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Artist Fairs on the Town Square, usually first Thursday, 4p-9p ~Nov-April.
Now the City is having Arte en Todas Partes events on Fridays.
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