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Two couples competing to reign over Carnaval "Con Sabor a Caribe" With Caribbean Flavor 2019
The Queen and King of Carnaval in the Youth category will be Lirio Brigitte Burgos and Jorge Agustín Trejo Díaz. Competing for the crown in the category "Queen of Diversity", the crown will be Jesús Alberto Beristaín and Morgan Montgomery; while the couple of Shaunny Valeria Figueroa Quijano with Bernardo Rafael Prianti Solís will compete against María del Mar Solís with Alejandro Borges for the title of "Reyes del Carnaval" / Queen & King of Carnaval Isla Mujeres 2019.
New trash schedule begins
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FB News Sites about Isla Mujeres
Tvisla Mujeres
Mixed martial arts fight scheduled in Isla Mujeres LINK
VIDEO of press conference for the mixed martial arts fight
Representatives of the business community with CANACO spoke in favor of the new trash schedule and said it will need the support of the community LINK
Isla Mujeres Al Dia
Noti Isla Mujeres
IM Noticias
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Link to Por Esto's Isla Mujeres section
Click on Spanish headline for the original article & photos
Accidental electrical shock to young construction worker
Se electrocuta joven albañil
Wednesday night a young construction worker received a serious electrical shock while working on the roof of a two story house in colonia Cañotal, and he accidentally touched a high tension line, causing serious burns. The Red Cross carried Juan N. down from the roof of the Parra family home, located on the road to Garrafon, between Rayador and Gaviota streets, and transported him to the Community Hospital. After evaluating him, it was determined to urgently transport him to Cancun. It seems that the young man has no family on the island, and is employed by a contractor to carry out this type of work.Last year there were two similar events and one was lethal, the death of a young Argentinian on the roof of a private house, on Jesus Martinez Ross Avenue, in colonia Salina Chica. The Federal Electricity Commission (CFE) has been asked to take action and review its power lines, especially high-voltage power lines that invade properties.
Bullying complaint at private school
Agresión dentro de la escuela
Gina Medina says her daughter was injured on Thursday morning, claiming that she was pushed by another student, and that this isn't the first time the other student has been violent with her. The incident occurred at 10am, when the students were at the Senior Citizens Park in colonia La Gloria, for PE. Melody says Romina pushed, and she landed on the pavement, causing injuries to her nose, upper lip, left forehead, abdomen and wrist, which were photographed.She attends fifth grade at Jean Piaget private school and her mother says the school didn't notify her, although they have two emergency numbers. She found out when she picked her daughter up at 2pm. She said the Director is aware of the incident and that the school claims her daughter fell during physical education. Her daughter and friends say Romina pushed her. The mother says it is clear these injuries weren't caused by a simple fall.
Ms. Medina says she has already gone to the school about this problem previously because this isn't the first time this girl has pushed her daughter, but she wasn't injured then. Ms. Medina wants the school to apply its regulations, which could involve temporary or permanent expulsion of the aggressor. She has taken her complaint to the Center for Support Against Domestic Violence (CAVI).
CANACO members support new trash schedule
Respaldan nuevas reglas de limpieza urbana
The new trash schedule of five routes operating between 8p and 10p has received the approval of members of the business owners organization CANACO (Chamber of Commerce), but they say pickup for the Hidalgo route should be delayed until the early morning at 2a-3a, because the street has a great deal of nightlife, and it creates a bad image for tourism when the collectors are coming by when there are still many diners at the tables, so they propose it be delayed four hours.Residents and businesses are asked to keep their trash inside until just before the truck passes, and not to put out trash after the truck has passed.
Mixed martial arts festival
Festival de artes marciales mixtas
On February 15 at 7pm at the Ice Bar in Sac Bajo, there will be a mixed martial arts competition featuring seven professional fights and two amateur fights, with the latter including a match between women with one representing Isla Mujeres. Tickets are on sale at a variety of businesses. There are Mexican fighters from Cancun, Playa del Carmen and Ciudad del Carmen as well as foreign fighters from countries such as Venezuela.~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
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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 & fast 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, BBQ grills, safes, portable beach chairs & beach towels, washer & dryer, loungers. Breathtaking panoramic views from the rooftop terrace. Large sliding doors open to a patio & our backyard-beach, overlooking the Caribbean sea. Upstairs room also available. Downtown is ~ a mile away; if you don't feel like walking, 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 neighborhood eateries a couple blocks farther. Within ten minutes walk are a variety of restaurants including Mango Cafe, Brisas, Manolitos, La Chatita, 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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Full moon rising over the Caribbean
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Jan. 21 7:17 Jan. 22 8:24 Jan. 23 9:29 Jan. 24 10:30 Jan. 25 11:30 Painting by Pamela Haase Sunset ~6:17 to ~6:37p Sunrise ~7:24 |
January Events
Provided by MaraVilla Caribe & Isla Mujeres Daily News & Events
Plogging events to clean up the island are held on Saturdays LINK and here's the Accion Isla LINK
Monday, Dec.31 New Year's Eve celebration on the Town Square.(See article below) The NYE party continues until dawn, at least.
Tuesday, Jan. 1 New Year's Day Many people observe the sunrise at Punta Sur.
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| Ultramar passenger ferries |
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| The Mass schedule for Immaculate Conception (downtown), Sacred Heart in La Gloria, and the Capilla de Guadalupe in Salina Chica, as well as a Caribbean sunrise Mass. |
Saturday, Jan 5 Plogging volunteers cleanup 8a-10a. Meeting at gas station on prolongacion Aeropuerto/Caribbean coastal road. Gloves & equipment supplied. The Plogging crew, who removed seven and a half TONS of trash from Isla's coasts, mangroves, and seabed in 2018. (See link above)
Sunday, Jan. 6 Día de Reyes/ King's Day This day commemorates when the three kings or Magi visited Jesus & is the culmination of the twelve days of Christmas. Traditionally this is the day when Mexican children receive gifts. It is customary to eat Rosca de reyes, a sweet bread that represents King Herod's crown with figurines of baby Jesus hidden inside. Whoever finds the token in their piece is obligated to host a party on Candlemas Day (Dia de la Candelaria), Feb. 2, which usually includes tamales.
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10am, at Ruben's Restaurant there will be a giveaway of toys and snacks
for thousands of islander children, with los Tres Reyes in costume.. On
the back street Guerrero, across from the Post Office and Mercado
The Cockteleros baseball team have been collecting toy donations for a Three Kings Day giveaway.
Sunday, Jan. 6 Noches Magicas performances on the Town Square at 8p featuring dance troupes & singers.
Jan. 6 is also Día de la Enfermera/Nurse's Day in Mexico. This special day was established in 1931, when Dr. Jose Villagrana said nurses were like a "regalo de reyes"...a gift from the Magi. (International Nurse's Day is celebrated on May 12th, the birthday of Florence Nightingale).
Sunday, Jan. 6 at 1p at the Pescador baseball field in front of Chedraui, the Cocteleros of Isla Mujeres will play their first game of the new year against the Old Boys of Cancun, & there will be a toy giveaway in honor of 3 Kings Day (Donations are encouraged). Entrance is 20 pesos, merchandise is available & thanks to Joseph R Walsdorf for the update!
Thursday, Jan. 10 Artist Fair 4p-8p in front of the Casa de la Cultura on the back street Guerrero, at the cross street Abasolo.
Thursday, Jan. 10 Three King's Festival by the DIF for islander kids & their families at the Bicentennial Dome starting at 4pm, with entertainment, raffles, and prizes.
Saturday, Jan 12 Plogging volunteers cleanup 8a-10a. Meeting location TBA. Gloves & equipment supplied. (See link above)
Sunday, Jan. 13 Noches Magicas performances on the Town Square at 8p featuring dance troupes & singers.
Thursday, Jan. 17 Artist Fair 4p-8p in front of the Casa de la Cultura on the back street Guerrero, at the cross street Abasolo.
Friday, Jan 18-Sunday Jan. 20 Oasis Fest Vol. 2: Pirate's Paradise with 22 musical acts, surprise prizes, and these events. Organized by Barracuda Board Co. LINK
Friday: Urban Culture with a Hip Hop Concert, Workshops & Expositions of Breakdance, Rap, Graffiti, & Musical Production and an Artist Fair
Saturday: Street Culture with Pirate Plog (Beach Cleanup), Ska, Punk, Rock Concert, Workshops, Games, & Get Together of Skate, Longboard, Parkour, Roller, Circus Arts, Murals
Sunday: Caribbean Culture with Reggae & Ska Concert, Workshops in Skimboard, Palm Weaving, and Ancestral Vibrations with Conch Shells, Paddleboard Games, Live Painting, Raffle.
Saturday, Jan 19 Plogging volunteers cleanup 8a-10a. Meeting location TBA. Gloves & equipment supplied. (See link above)
Sunday, Jan. 20 Noches Magicas performances on the Town Square at 8p featuring dance troupes & singers.
Sunday, Jan 20 Lunar Eclipse begins at 9:36 pm, Maximum at 12:12am (Jan 21) and ends at 2:48am.
Thursday, Jan. 24 Artist Fair 4p-8p in front of the Casa de la Cultura on the back street Guerrero, at the cross street Abasolo.
Saturday, Jan 26 Plogging volunteers cleanup 8a-10a. Meeting location TBA. Gloves & equipment supplied. (See link above)
Saturday, Jan. 26 Ultramarathon 24 hours LINK
Sunday, Jan. 27 Noches Magicas performances on the Town Square at 8p featuring dance troupes & singers.
Thursday, Jan. 31 Artist Fair 4p-8p in front of the Casa de la Cultura on the back street Guerrero, at the cross street Abasolo.
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