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Both issues of The Isla Mujeres Magazine are here,
featuring a variety of talented writers and photographers!
featuring a variety of talented writers and photographers!
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From Noticias de Diario de Quintana Roo ....
link to their Isla articles & photos
Mayor Juan Carrillo supervises work at the parks "Las Iguanas" and "Las Hormiguitas Obreras"
Juan Carrillo supervisa obras
En los parques Las Iguanas y Las Hormiguitas Obreras, a fin de que se entreguen a tiempo
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ISLA MUJERES, 29 de noviembre.-
ISLA MUJERES, 29 de noviembre.-
The work on the parks "Las Iguanas" and "The Hormiguitas Obreras" is 50% complete. Mayor Juan Carrillo Soberanis visited the two parks this (Tuesday) morning to personally supervise the work. He was accompanied by the Director of Public Works, César Poot Pérez, to supervise the construction of the bathrooms in the park "Las Hormiguitas Obreras", as well as the lifting of the palapa in the park "Las Iguanas".
He said these are works that will provide a better quality of life for the islanders."We are supervising these jobs to make sure the children have quality parks. These are areas where people gather, which strengthens friendships and strengthens family ties. I am committed to the islanders and their well-being," said the Mayor. Supervision also actively involves the staff of the municipal comptroller, to ensure that the services and materials used for construction are of the best quality, as well as assuring that all agreements in the contracts are fulfilled.
The Mayor commented that the ongoing supervision will be maintained at the sites until they are completed and operational in December. In this way, they will assure that islander families will have safe and durable public spaces.
Sailboat from Texas broke thru buoy line at the Posada Beach
Acaba con rosario de boyas
Velero estadounidense, en Playa Posada del Mar
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ISLA MUJERES, 29 de noviembre.-
ISLA MUJERES, 29 de noviembre.-
Harbor Master Ismael Gonzalez Gil explained that mechanical problems caused the sailboat "Banana Republic" to break thru the buoy line that protects swimmers at the Posada del Mar beach ("Playa Centro") on Tuesday morning. The boat's engine broke down and the anchor did not settle on the bottom of the sea, and that is why the sailboat continued moving, out of control, until it approached the Posada Beach.
The incident occurred at 7am, and there were no injuries to swimmers in the area, nor to the three crew members. The sailboat was originally from Texas and was entering the Bay of Isla Mujeres, where they intended to remain for some days. The buoy line was damaged and the crew of the boat will cover its repair. The port authorities assisted the boat until it was docked at the pier of the Isla Mujeres Yacht Club, owned by the Lima Zuno family, where it remains.
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From the Municipal Facebook site..... ( FB page link)
Mayor Juan Carrillo congratulated table tennis players Anacary & Nicholle Magana at the Town Hall for their triumphs at the National Championship of Primera Fuerza at Queretaro this weekend.
El presidente municipal de #IslaMujeres, Juan Carrillo, recibió en el palacio municipal a las jugadoras de tenis de Mesa, Anacaro y Nicholle Magaña, para felicitarlas por sus triunfos en el Campeonato Nacional de Primera Fuerza celebrado el fin de semana en Querétaro.
Link for Citizen Forum to Discuss the Future http://islamujeres.gob.mx/consulta-ciudadana/
Tuesday morning Mayor Juan Carrillo made a supervisory tour of the work on the palapa at the park "Iguanas" as well as the cleaning of parks and gardens of that park. The mayor also supervised the work being done on the park "Las Hormiguitas".
Esta mañana el presidente juan carrillo realizó la supervisión de obras de la palapa del parque "Las iguanas" así como la limpieza de parques y jardines de la misma. De igual forma supervisó las obras que se están realizando en el parque "Las Hormiguitas".
For the purpose of managing resources for improving security in #islamujeres, Mayor Juan Carrillo met with Acroy Mendoza, Executive Secretary of the state of Quintana Roo; Roberto Rojas, Regional Coordinator of the Southeast; and Alonso Esquivias, Deputy Director of Vinculacion of the Executive Secretariat of National Public Safety,
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reuní con Acroy Mendoza, Secretario Ejecutivo Estatal de Quintana Roo;
Roberto Rojas y Alonso Esquivias, Coordinador Regional del Sureste y
Director Adjunto de Vinculación del
Secretariado Ejecutivo Nacional de Seguridad Pública, con la finalidad
de gestionar recursos para el fortalecimiento de la seguridad en #IslaMujeres.
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From Tvisla Mujeres ( link to FB page, photos & articles)
Events at the end of the runway, in front of the car ferry
Thursday, Dec. 1 Horse procession (12p), and a performance by horses & a band (4p).
Friday, Dec. 2 Bullfight (4:30)
Saturday, Dec. 3 Rodeo with a band (4:30).
Sunday, Dec. 4 Bullfight (4:30)
Thursday, Dec. 8 Bullfight with dwarfs (8p). Link
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From por esto Link to their Isla Mujeres articles & photos
Ultramar: From bad to worse
Ultramar, de mal en peor [+] Ver masFull article at this link
There have been complaints about 20 minute delays in the last two departures of the Ultramar ferry boats on Sunday. Cesar Peniche, a local customer, said the boat scheduled to depart at 10:30 didn't leave until nearly 11pm. Rosa Velez and Elvira Solis agreed that the delays are more common after 6pm. One said that recently when leaving Puerto Juarez the boat stopped, and the crew gave no explanation. There are also complaints about failures of the air conditioning system, which can be especially difficult for children and the elderly in the heat of the day.
In early 2016, the Magana ferry company discontinued operations, due to economic problems, without further explanations. At the second half of 2016, it appeared that Barco Caribe ferry company would come to the island, but they did not get started before the change of government. (That company is owned by the family of the former governor).
One of the people interviewed said, "We don't care who owns the new ferry company. What we want is another option for users so we don't have to rely on a monopoly which has no interest in giving us the friendly customer service that we deserve."
Progress on remodeling parks
Avanzan obras de remodelación de parques [+] Ver masFull article at this link
Isla Mujeres is celebrating
Isla Mujeres está de fiestaVer mas Full article at this link
The lowering of the icon of the Virgin of Immaculate Conception took place on Monday evening before an audience of more than 4000 people, inside and outside of the church. Following the Mass and taking down of the Virgin, the parishioners participated in the traditional procession through the streets, walking and singing. They traveled down several streets, including Matamoros, to Rueda Medina and then returned to the starting point, singing hymns and songs.
At 9pm the festival was inaugurated with a ribbon cutting event by the parish priest Raul Sanchez Alonso, who was accompanied by the head of the municipal DIF, Paola Orico de Carrillo, and by Suemy Beatriz, who was representing the Mayor. There were fireworks with the ribbon cutting.
It is noted that soon it will be the 500 year anniversary of Isla Mujeres being under the protection of Mary and the Catholic Church. This refers to the arrival of the Spanish in the region in March 1517, who then built what would be the first convent in America, which was abandoned, and is located in the continental zone of Boca Iglesia.
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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. A queen & single bed. |
Free amenities such as hammocks, bikes, outdoor shower, portable beach chairs & beach towels, washer, loungers. 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. 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 southward down the coastal sidewalk to Mango Cafe, Bahama Mama, Brisas, or Manolitos. Walk less than 10 minutes southwest to shop at Chedraui or to dine at Green Verde, Kash Kechen Chuc, or other options. 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.
November events
Sunset ~6:05p
Moon rise over the Caribbean
Nov. 13 5:44p
Nov. 14 6:37p Full Moon
Nov. 15 7:34p
Nov. 16 8:33p
Nov. 17 9:34p
Nov. 18 10:33p
Nov. 19 11:31p
Sergio's Batik class. ~3 hours long. 400p includes materials.
Sunday evenings on the Town Square 8p Noches Magicas Music & Dance Performances
Tuesday, Nov. 1 All Saint's Day Dia de los Muertos
Wednesday, Nov. 2 All Soul's Day Dia de los Muertos No School & Offices Closed
Thursday, Nov 3 Artist Fair at Casa de la Cultura 4p-9p
Batik artist Sergio is a usual participant, along with Isla Brewery. Amar Peruvian restaurant set up tables at the last two fairs.
To all Islenos: We invite you to the the Diabetes Clinic sponsored by the Club Pro-Paciente Diabetico A.C. at the Community Hospital in La Gloria on Thursday, November 3, at 9:00 AM. Health care professionals will test your blood, offer diabetes education and distribute meters and strips and other supplies, as well as free reading glasses We will teach you how to use the equipment so that you can manage your illness of diabetes better. This clinic is completely free and is funded by the generosity of Americans who live and visit your beautiful island.
Sat. Nov. 5 Town Square 8pm performance by the graduates of the Polynesian dancing classes of the Casa de la Cultura.
Sunday, Nov. 5 Magic Nights of the Souls at 8pm on the Town Square. Festival of the Living for the Dead.
Friday, Nov. 11 You are invited to enjoy a performance by the Federal Police Mariachi band at 8pm in the Town Square. They are 14 professional officers who are also professional musicians.
Thursday, Nov. 17 Artist's Fair 4-9 Casa de la Cultura
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| Art by Liwlig Larsen |
Friday, Nov. 18 8:30 Parade commemorating the 106th anniversary of the Revolutionary War
Sunday, Nov. 20 Revolutionary Day Memorial (National Holiday)
Monday, Nov. 21 Day off for Revolutionary Day Memorial (National Holiday)
Festivities for the Patron Saint the Virgin of Immaculate Conception on the Town Square
Nov. 28 Opening at 8p with the band Los Marlins .
Nov. 28, The Mestizas de Agua Salada;
Nov. 29, Folkloric dance troupe: Son del Caribe at 7:30p;
Nov. 30th, Academy La Isleña;
Dec. 1 Cavalcade (Horse procession) in Honor of the Virgin, noon;
Dec. 2, Dance group Añoranzas;
Dec. 3, Dance group Entorno and musical group Mar & Arena
Dec. 4, Dance Studio Renatta and Academia La Isleña;
Dec. 5, Mestizas de Agua Salada;
Dec. 5, Dance group Entorno;
Dec. 6 Caravan procession at 6:30,
Dec. 7 Yucatan band Picante Plus will perform and “Las Mañanitas” will be sung to the Virgin
Dec. 8 Boat Procession of the Virgin in the Bay 3pm
Events at the end of the runway, in front of the car ferry
Thursday, Dec. 1 Horse procession (12p), and a performance by horses & a band (4p).
Friday, Dec. 2 Bullfight (4:30)
Saturday, Dec. 3 Rodeo with a band (4:30).
Sunday, Dec. 4 Bullfight (4:30)
Thursday, Dec. 8 Bullfight with dwarfs (8p).
Dec. 1 Artist Fair 4-9 Casa Cultura
Dec. 4 "Charlie & Friends" Marathon
The Artist's Fairs are scheduled twice a month, on the First and Third Thursdays, at the Casa de Cultura, 4-9.
