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From the Municipal Facebook site..... ( FB page link)
Preschoolers participate in drill team demonstrations by students from schools in Zone #31 for Flag Day. LINK
This school district includes the municipality of Isla Mujeres and part of the municipality of Benito Juarez (Cancun). Ten schools participated in the event which took place on the Town Square and was attended by teachers, parents, and municipal authorities. It helps to promote civic values and respect for patriotic symbols.
Twelve schools participate in the 2nd Municipal Drill Team Competition in Isla Mujeres, held in commemoration of Flag Day, Feb. 24 LINK
During the event, the invited guests of the drill team and marching corps (la escolta y banda de guerra) of Technological Institute of Culiacán, Sinaloa performed. The participating primary schools were "Enrique Estrella Oxté", "César Mendoza Santana", "Andrés Quintana Roo", "Julio Sauri Espinoza" morning and evening shift, "Jean Piaget. The middle schools were: "Islas Hermanas Cancún-Mujeres", "Benito Juárez" and "Jean Piaget"; and the high schools (Colegio Bachilleres) of both the island and the Continental Zone participated. Names of officials in attendance are given.
The Islander Service Center, Centro de Atención al Isleño (CAI), has new offices at the Town Hall
This agency has been providing assistance to families for more than a year, and in recent days the City of Isla Mujeres opened their new offices. THis agnecy serves as a direct link between government and the community, in order to resolve the concerns of Isla Mujeres citizens in a direct and effective manner.
As part of the commitment of the Municipality of Isla Mujeres to maintain a government with open doors, that is close to citizens, in recent days the new CAI offices were inaugurated, which will continue to function as a direct link between citizens and authorities.
This agency effectively serves hundreds of people throughout the municipality through efforts to support single mothers, as well as educational, sports and food assistance, in addition to medications and wheelchairs. Among other services, they also provide social assistance service in general and a job board.
José Luis Castellanos Orozco, beneficiary of the CAI, said that since its opening, change has been noticeable, with better attention to citizens. "As islanders we feel that they are really taking us into account," he said.
Valeria Aragón Cahuich, director of the CAI, explained that since its inauguration - almost a year ago - they have assisted more than 2,800 islanders with the various services and supports that the agency offers.
"As an islander it makes me very happy to know that now our municipality has a governmental agency created with the purpose of directly and effectively solving all our concerns without having to wait for hours or days so that we can be taken care of, " said Martín Puch Pech, president of the Isla Blanca Cooperative and beneficiary of the CAI.
The new offices of the agency are located on the ground floor of the Town Hall, next to the offices of the Fiscalización Department, where attention will be provided from 9am to 7pm.
The municipal government extends an invitation to the island's citizens to visit the new facilities of the CAI to receive immediate, personalized attention, with fast and secure procedures.
With these actions, the City of Isla Mujeres reaffirms its commitment to continue working closely with all islanders, both on the island and the in Continental Zone, to respond to their concerns in a timely manner.
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Feb. 24 & 25 Sat & Sun Isla Blanca Kite Festival from 11 am to 4 pm each day. Free. Isla Blanca is at the mainland part of the municipality of Isla Mujeres & the event is held at the end of the road on Isla Blanca, about 25km from the Crusero. Go north on Av Bonampak, to the end of the road.
Jim Martin is returning with his giant kites and Penny Lingenfelter "Peter Pan" is coming. There will be games for children. The DIF social service agency and Cancun Pro Kids will sell kites to the public. Come and enjoy the beach and the kites!
This year, parking is only allowed on one side of the road to maintain an open road. You can pay 30 pesos to park at a nearby location. If possible, use the "colectivo" to come.
The Paraisio del Mar restaurant will sell food or bring your own food. VIDEO
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From Tvisla Mujeres ( link to photos & articles)
Experts from Mexico City arrive in Playa del Carmen to investigate the explosion on a Barcos Caribe Ferry
* The three levels of government are working on the investigation, at the Pier where the explosion occurred, which is operated by a private company.
* It is a priority to provide security to tourists and locals who arrive and depart at the various docks where transportation services are provided.
Playa del Carmen, Q. Roo.- The director of the Integral Port Administration of Quintana Roo (APIQROO) Alicia Ricalde Magaña, said that authorities from the three levels of government are working to determinet the cause of the explosion on a Barcos Caribe ferry on Wednesday afternoon, at the fiscal dock in Playa del Carmen, which is operated and managed by a private company.
The state official explained that personnel from the Ministry of National Defense, the Ministry of the Navy, the Federal Police, and the State Attorney General's Office are working on the investigations. There are two investigative files, one prepared by the Federal Attorney General's Office (PGR), and one with the State Attorney General's Office.
Ms. Ricalde Magana stressed the importance of clarifying that this is the first event of its kind in the state, and the maritime terminal is very busy with an average of five million passengers a year. More experts are expected to arrived from the nation's capitol to help with the investigations.
The Director of APIQROO said that her agency will provide all available information to assist with investigating this unfortunate incident, including the crew information, and surveillance camera videos, which have the ability to record the faces and items that passengers are carrying at the moment when they ascend and descend on the ferry. By the way, this in recently acquired equipment due to the concern of Governor Carlos Joaquín, to provide security to tourists and locals who arrive and depart at various docks that provide transportation service in the state. Ms. Ricalde Magana made it clear that the cause of the explosion will have to be determined and the populace will be informed, however she asked that the specialists be left to do their work to get to the bottom of the matter. She said that ferry service between Playa del Carmen and Cozumel is being provided as usual. The Port Authority will continue to provide clear and responsible information. LINK
Planning increased security at Maritime Terminals
Following the events at a Playa del Carmen pier, Port Authorities are not ruling out the possibility of increasing security measures and certifying several of the docks to be able to act in the event of a contingency, like that which occurred on Wednesday.
Isla Mujeres Harbor Master Ismael González Gil said that at the next meeting of the committee of the Quintana Integral Port Administration, scheduled for Feb. 26, they plan to address this situation.
He said that even while the investigation is underway for the cause of the explosion on the Barcos Caribe ferry, it is of the utmost importance to work at the certification of the docks so that they have the equipment and ability to attend an emergency or fire.
He refrained from issuing an opinion on the cause of the explosion, saying that will be determined by the appropriate authorities.
However, he said that this incident is a warning for the other docks, as well as the ferry companies themselves, to pay more attention to the merchandise that goes onto the boats.
He said that the certified docks should have more personnel, more vigilance, and more extinguishers and equipment for fighting fires. And could use a detachment of federal forces supported with canines, who are experts in detecting weapons or explosives. LINK
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From por esto Link to their Isla Mujeres articles & photos
Some seaweed has landed on the east coast
Recala un poco de sargazo en la costa orienteVer masFull article at this link
Feb. 22 In recent days, a bit of seaweed has begun to land on the eastern coast of the island, without having any impact on the beach areas of Playa Centro or North Beach, according to lifeguards of Civil Protection. This occurs in relation to the change in the winds from the southeast, and seaweed tends to arrive in the spring and summer, but traditionally, the island is not greatly affected because of its geographical position. When some seaweed does arrive to the tourism beach areas, the Federal Zone personnel, as well as the staff of the beach concession holders, are attentive about removing it.
During the winter season, the two tourism beaches remain impeccable, and are under constant monitoring due to their Blue Flag and White Flag designations, in compliance with the international standards.
On Thursday there were large numbers of visitors at these beaches, at a time when the departure of small boats for recreation in the open water remained restricted. Fishermen also remained on land, due to dangers caused by waves of up to three meters and winds of 30 km/hr or more, with gusts exceeding 40km/hr
Services of SESA worsen
Empeoran los servicios de la Sesa [+] Ver masFull article at this link
Restaurant employees who need to renew their health cards are complaining about the Community Hospital because they are only allowing five per day. The next group of people have to stand in line from 5am to wait for one of the five spaces available after 7am, when the door opens to the module that is located behind the main entrance of the large two story building. This decision was made by "instructions from the director of the hospital". The unofficial version is that this is related to the fact that not a penny of the charge for the service of renewing the cards goes to the hospital.
At the former General Hospital downtown, they provided this service for permit renewal for dozens of waiters, cooks, bartenders, and nightclub workers per day, when the date for renewal arrived. They are appealing to Alejandra Aguirre Crespo, Secretary of Health of Quintana Roo, who a few months ago said that by 2018 everything would be different in the Community Hospital.They say this has not been complied with, and there continues to be deficiencies in treatment and medical attention, including a lack of sufficient medicins for the elderly with chronic diseases.
On another issue, there was a complaint about food business managers not being given receipts for the courses they took about food handling from COFEPRIS. The initial charge was 600 pesos per person and the second was 4600 pesos for renewal of the sanitary opinion document (dictamen sanitario), and receipts were not issued for either payment. The affected person was advised to report this to the regulatory department that is installed in the hospital.
Poor service from propane company
Mal servicio de empresa gasera [+] Ver masFull article at this link
Restaurateurs with small businesses using 20 and 30 kg propane tanks want faster service and more reliable pick up from the company Gas del Caribe (Z Gas), or they would like competition to be available.
Drill team corps presentation at the High School
Presentación de banda de guerra en Bachilleres. [+] Ver masFull article at this link
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| View from the rooms. |
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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. Within ten minutes walk are the restaurants Mango Cafe, Brisas, Manolitos, Green Verde, Kash Kechen Chuc, and the large department store-grocery Chedraui. Visit marinas, bars, & beach clubs that are minutes away by bike or on foot. Attend 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. It takes 20-30 minutes to walk downtown.
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Provided by MaraVilla Caribe & Isla Mujeres Daily News & Events
On Mondays & Thursdays there are poker tournaments at 6p at El Patio.
Feb. 1 Thursday: Artist Fair 3-8p Casa de la Cultura (on Guerrero at Abasolo)
Feb. 1 Start of two month ban on grouper fishing
Feb. 2 Friday Candlemas (If you got the baby in your piece King's cake, today you're providing tamales).
Feb. 2 Friday: World Wetlands Day (Usually there is a clean up in the mangroves).
Feb. 4 Noches Magicas performances 8p Town Square
Feb. 5 Constitution Day (National Holiday)
Full moon rising over the Caribbean
Sunset ~6:30p
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| Jan. 31 7:01 Feb. 1 8:05 Feb. 2 9:06 Feb. 3 10:04 Feb. 4 11:00 Feb. 5 11:54 Painting by Pamela Haase |
Feb. 8 Thursday Convention Center 7p Dance Troupes performing & competing at the Baile de Carnaval for women - Tribute to Michael Jackson Each troupe will dance for 15-20 minutes and judging criteria includes: Choreography, projection, performance, technique, group execution, and audience response, as well as originality, creativity, and total effect. Prizes are 15,000 pesos, 10,000, and 5000.
Feb. 9-13 Friday thru Tuesday: Carnaval
February. 9 Gala Night
Coronation of the Kings & Queens of Carnaval in all the categories and guests.
Presentation of dance troupes (performances)
Dance to the music of the band "MegaBoom"
Town Square 8p
February 10
Music by DJ's starting at 3p on Rueda Medina (Usually at Playa Centro)
Cuban Night
Presentation of the King & Queen of Carnaval
Presentation of Carnaval dance troupes (performances)
Band: "El Fresa y la Sentencia"
Town Square 8p
February 11
Music by DJ's starting at 3p on Rueda Medina (Usually at Playa Centro)
Carnaval Parade
Starting by the Naval base and going up Rueda Medina 4p
Children's Afternoon of Fantasy
Presentation of the King & Queen of Carnaval, Show of costumed characters, bouncy houses, Carnaval dance troupes, Children's costume contest.
Town Square 5p
Diversity Fantasy Night
Presentation of the Kings and Queens of Carnaval
Carnaval Dance Troupes (performances)
Show of Transformismo
Town Square 8p
February 12
Music by DJ's starting at 3p on Rueda Medina (Usually at Playa Centro)
Carnaval Parade
Starting by the Naval base and going up Rueda Medina 4p
Carnaval Monday
Presentation of the Kings and Queens of Carnaval
Costume Contest for Adults
Comedy Show by international imitator Pierre David
Musical performance by "Michael Stuart & Jemanuel & los Panas de Venezuela"
Town Square 8p
February 13
Music by DJ's starting at 3p on Rueda Medina (Usually at Playa Centro)
Carnaval Tuesday
Presentation of the Kings & Queens of Carnaval
Presentation of Carnaval dance troupes (performances)
Burning of Juan Carnaval & the reading of his last Will & Testament
Dance to the music of the band "Super Lamas"
Town Square 8p
Feb. 13-18 Tuesday thru Sunday Isla Time Music & Fishing Festivals Link to FB page
Feb. 14 Wed. 6:30 Free performances on Town Square by Jorge Blanco, Love and Theft, LOCASH and Amara Givelove, Kim Paige, and Kristy Osmunson and food available "Taste of Isla".
Feb. 15 Thursday Artist Fair 3-8p Casa de la Cultura (on Guerrero at Abasolo)
Feb 15- 19 The Artisan's Pavilion is on the Town Square, opening daily at 9am, with artisans, both local and from other regions, offering their products, including at least ten from Isla Mujeres. This is their third year, and they offer interesting handmade items at reasonable prices.
Feb. 18 Sunday Noches Magicas performances 8p Town Square
Feb. 22 Thursday: Artist Fair 3-8p Casa de la Cultura (on Guerrero at Abasolo)
Feb. 24 & 25 Sat & Sun Isla Blanca Kite Festival from 11 am to 4 pm each day. Free. Isla Blanca is at the mainland part of the municipality of Isla Mujeres & the event is held at the end of the road on Isla Blanca, about 25km from the Crusero. Go north on Av Bonampak, to the end of the road.
Jim Martin is returning with his giant kites and Penny Lingenfelter "Peter Pan" is coming. There will be games for children. The DIF social service agency and Cancun Pro Kids will sell kites to the public. Come and enjoy the beach and the kites!
This year, parking is only allowed on one side of the road to maintain an open road. You can pay 30 pesos to park at a nearby location. If possible, use the "colectivo" to come.
The Paraisio del Mar restaurant will sell food or bring your own food. VIDEO
Feb. 24 Flag Day
Feb. 25 Sunday Noches Magicas performances 8p Town Square
Feb. 28 Wednesday Last day of lobster season until four month ban ends July 1.
Sources for Weather Information:
LINK to Civil Protection Q Roo weather bulletin (Spanish)
LINK to Mexico National Weather Service (Spanish)
LINK to satellite images for the Mexico National Weather Service (Yucatan peninsula is under Satellite GOES Este, I recommend "Animacion" (it used to be in my blog margin, until Blogger became incompatible with it).
LINK to a private weather station on Isla Mujeres
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