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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!
From Noticias de Diario de Quintana Roo ....
link to their Isla articles
Agapito and Marthy celebrate remodeling of Senior Citizen kitchen
Agapito festeja a abuelitos
Junto con Marthy encabezó la remodelación de la cocina del Club de la Gente Grande
Lanrry PARRA
ISLA MUJERES, 29 de agosto.-
See translation below in the City section.....
Increased promotional work to overcome the low season
Intensifican trabajo de promoción
Para sobrellevar la temporada baja
Lanrry PARRA
ISLA MUJERES, 29 de agosto.-
As the low season begins, for the month of September and the first half of November, promotion of Isla Mujeres is increasing in countries such as Argentina, Japan, and the United States, said the municipal Director of Tourism, Gustavo Rodriguez Orozco. Recently his staff have been assisting workers with an Argentinean television station who visited the whale shark area and the various attractions around the island, including Punta Sur and the Mundaca Hacienda.
Next week, staff from The Discovery Channel are scheduled to arrive to film on the mainland part of the Isla Mujeres municipality, at Isla blance. They are featuring this area as one of the new attractions in Quintana Roo, offering ecotourism. He said that personnel from a Japanese television station are expected to visit in September, to record a program featuring the Posada del Mar beach, which is now called Playa Centro.
He concluded by saying that at this time, there is a Mexican television crew filming a telenovela (soap opera) in the Hotel Zone of the Continental area of Isla Mujeres, who have decided to use some new locations. Among them are the Captain Dulche Museum, at the southern part of Isla Mujeres.
(The information in the other DQR article has already been translated, regarding the property where the Perla del Caribe hotel was located, which is not invading the malecon, as was alleged, but rather the malecon invaded the private property ~a decade ago. The owner donated the section where light poles had been installed. )
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Agapito and Marthy celebrate remodeling of Senior Citizen kitchen
The president of the DIF social service agency, Marthy Vargas Leon de Magana, accompanied by her husband the Mayor, Agapito Magana Sanchez, attended the re inauguration of the kitchen of the Senior Citizen's Club, after its remodeling. The event was held on Saturday as part of Senior Citizen's Day, and included a breakfast.
Sra. Vargas thanked Sara Cardona, the representative of the Eagle Wings Foundation, for their assistance with the remodeling, and for the painting that was done throughout the building. Recognition was given to the founders of the Senior Citizens Club.
Before breakfast, the senior citizens attended a Mass dedicated to them, and officiated by the local priest. The very pleasant event included recitations of poetry, songs, dances, and games, as well as ballet folklorico dances by the Senior Citizens, and a performance by the children of the DIF choir.
Atentos
a la instrucción de nuestra autoridad en el sentido de garantizar
medidas para prevenir contratiempos durante la temporada de lluvias,
continuamos con nuestras labores de limpieza de rejillas de drenaje.
We work to maintain our streets and avenues in good condition because it's our mission to keep our island beautiful.
Nos encargamos de mantener en buen
estado nuestras calles y avenidas, esa es nuestra misión y la cumplimos
para que nuestra isla siga bella.
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Naval Department to train lifeguards
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Seguridad
Adiestrarán Secretaría de Marina a los Salvavidas
0 30 de agosto de 2015 by Carlos GascaOn Thursday, there was a meeting between the coordinator for Civil Protection in the Northern Zone, Guillermo Morales Lopez, and the Naval Admiral who is commander of the Fifth Naval Region to arrange an agreement for training and certification of the lifeguards who work for Civil Protection.This project was proposed in March, and it was hoped that it would be implemented before the summer season, but that proved to be impossible. The coordinator said they expect that the staff will have Naval certification and training by the upcoming vacation period. He said the lifeguards of Civil Protection have skills and protocols, and receive training courses, but this certification will provide improved training.
Deferral of payments for deeding of properties -
JURÍDICO
Aplazan el pago de titulación de predios
0 30 de agosto de 2015 By Carlos GascaMembers of the "Nueva Tierra" Association, who consist of more than 200 islanders, were advised at a meeting held yesterday at the Community Center, that the deadline to settle outstanding debts has been extended by one month. These fees are associated with obtaining deeds for two properties, while working with CORETT, the Commission for the Regularization of Land Tenure. The balance of the debt exceeds 100,000 pesos, and those who do not pay their portion within 30 days could be lift out of the deeding process, and later it could become more expensive.The group will meet again late next month to officially notify the debtors and to make them aware that they could be left out of the titling process. The president of the Association, Baltazar Gomez Catzin explained they have been working with CORETT to meet the requirements and to acquire titles for this project, which includes two lots for each member.With this goal, they cleared the areas for roads and accesses to the lots, but have not yet begun the construction of some palapas, which are requirements for CORETT to begin the process of issuing deeds. (These properties are located on the mainland part of the municipality of Isla Mujeres, called the Continental Zone).
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INFRAESTRUCTURA
Promueven un barco-baño
0 30 de agosto de 2015 By Carlos GascaAt the recent meeting of the Technical Advisory Council of the Isla Contoy National Park, a proposal was made to address the issue of the capacity of the bathrooms being exceeded by the number of passengers who arrive daily, which has 'always' been a problem.It was proposed that a bathroom boat be provided which would be outfitted exclusively to provide toilet facilities. It could be equipped with latrines and every so often it would travel to unload the waste.It was noted that other ecological destinations in the world use portable toilets, which is a proposal that could also be considered.
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From por esto Link to their Isla Mujeres articles
Poor quality of work
Obra de mala calidad [+] Ver mas
There are holes in the downtown basketball court "Jose del Carmen Pastrana", which was remodeled a year ago with federal funds of over half a million pesos (~530,000). This work included resurfacing the court and replacing the concrete grandstands with aluminum. There was criticism at the time about the way the work was being done in relation to the oxidation of the rods that were preexisting within the structure under the surface. Athletes want municipal officials to have the construction company repair this work, because this is required by the rules of the state and local leagues which regulate their games.
Seaweed stops arriving
Cesa arribo de sargazor.. [+] Ver mas
According to the seamen, due to the north south orientation of the island, the sea currents generally prevent this type of marine debris from coming close to the beaches, although some trash comes ashore such as plastic containers, sandals, boat lías, timbers, etc.
It is observed that although the beaches are clean, there are fewer visitors this weekend, since the summer holiday season ended last week.
Invasion of public spaces
Área pública invadida. [+] Ver mas
There are also residents who are concerned about crime because they say there is inadequate lighting along the southern part of the malecon after corrosion and environmental factors caused the lights there to fall or stop working.
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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, Bahama Mama, Brisas, 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.
August events
Sunset ~7:00
Moonrise over the Caribbean
Aug 29 7:08
Aug 30 7:56
Aug 31 8:44
Sept 1 9:32
Sept 2 10:20
Wednesday, August 5 8pm Circus BamBam (near Boxito, east
of Chedraui). Tickets 50 pesos. Performance for the benefit of Medical
and Therapy needs for kids with Down syndrome, coordinated by Corozon
del Willito. Raffle for two sets of tix to swim with Dolphins for 2
people at Dolphin Discovery.Friday, August 7, Junk collections in Salina Chica, Electricistas, and at Colegio de Bachilleres.
The Perseid meteor shower will peak on August 11 and be most visible on August 14 when the moon is new
Aug 10-14 Catholic festival for the Assumption of Mary. .Link to translation of schedule. 
State campaign for the collection of broken electronics and appliances
July 29 to August 28 at the Hacienda Mundaca tourist building at the
Ecology Department, 9-4, Paseo de las Aves, colonia La Gloria Thursday August 13 at 1pm at the Futbol Rapido soccer field: 2nd "Gotcha" Paintball Tournament
August 14-17 Isla Fest Anniversary of the Founding of the town in 1850
Gastronomic event with Tik in Xic fish
Local Talent Night
Coronation of the Queen of the Festival
Friday August 14
10am Casa de Cultura Oratory Competition
7pm Casa de Cultura Photography and documentary exposition "Art of Fishing"
Historical conference by historian Fidel Villanueva Madrid
8pm Immaculate Conception Auditorium Performance by The Symphonic Orchestra of Quintana Roo
Saturday, August 15
12:00 Casa de Cultura Signing of Sister Cities agreement between Mission Tx & Isla Mujeres
Saturday, August 15
12:00 Casa de Cultura Signing of Sister Cities agreement between Mission Tx & Isla Mujeres
5:30pm Procession from Sangrado Corazon (Sacred Heart) Church in La Gloria to the Immaculate Conception Church on the Town Square
~7 or7:30 Mass on Town Square for consecration, with candles officiated by Mons. Fabio Martinez Castilla
8pm Religious Procession through the downtown streets, returning to the Town Square where there will be Fireworks
10pm Regional Dance
Sunday, August 16 Town Square
7pm Performance of "Añoranza for Isla Mujeres" (Yearning for Isla Mujeres)
by the Quintana Roo Folklorico Ballet Group
State Musical Group
Monday, August 17
9:30am Departing from the API pier: Wreath placement event at the Cross in the Bay
6:30pm Town Square Special Session of the Town Council
9 pm Performance by the musical group "Marconi"
August 24, Monday: School resumes (Teachers return the week before)
Tickets available for free theater event Saturday at the Casa de Cultura (see below)Tuesday Aug. 25 8p Town Square Naval Mariachis
Thursday, Aug. 27 7:30pm, dome on the Bachilleres campus, photographic exhibition of the 25 years since the birth of this institution in the municipality
Friday, Aug. 28 Inauguration of the new hospital
Friday, Aug. 28 8pm In front of the Town Hall Video spectacular 'mapping' "Isla Mujeres Vive/Live" Isla Fest event.
Aug 28-Sept 12 Video Mapping is a light projection technique that causes fascinating visual effects.
Saturday, Aug 29 Casa de Cultura by Theater Company "La Libelula""Cuentos en Movimiento" (Stories in Motion) at 5p (For the whole family) and "La Risa Extraviada" (Lost Laughter) at 7p (For teens & adults) Tickets available August 24th. Free event Isla Fest.
Every Tuesday and Thursday: Free spay/neuter clinic
Consults 100p, Vaccines: parvo & distemper 50p, flea & tick meds 20p, wormer 10p. Helpers always welcome! Isla Animals, Mundaca Hacienda, 10am-4pm (No food morning of surgery/water ok)
Wednesdays in September 5p-8p Nico's Restaurant, $30usd Painting Class with profits donated to Isla Animals & Little Yellow Schoolhouse HH drinks & appetizers available
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