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~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~Next Saturday, July 6th at 4p, Connor Williams, offensive guard for the Dallas Cowboys, will sign autographs & do photo-ops with fans at the soccer field in Salina Chica. Then the "Isla Mujeres Bowl 2019" will be held in two categories of players up to age 13; and those of 15 years and up in separate male & female teams. Free. This will be "touch football", played according International Flag Football rules.
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Separate your trash into Organic and Inorganic
Organic--Fruit peels and produce, bones & leftovers, eggshells, coffee filters.
Inorganic-paper, milk cartons, packaging, wrapping, cans.
Installation of the Animal Welfare Committee
Free pet sterilization on Thursday, 10a
VIDEO of speech by a legislator about the bill before the state Congress for Animal Welfare and Protection which would prohibit bullfighting and cock fighting (which passed. People on FB say it will also prohibit carriage horses.)
City signs agreement concerning removal of trash to mainland (See Por Esto section) LINK
Concern about effects of sargasso on turtle reproduction: Video of Tortugranja Director
VIDEO Turtles
The Nesting Season of the sea turtle in Isla mujeres is " encouraging " and currently in the incubation pens of the conservation center " Tortugranja " there are a total of 17,551 turtle eggs, in 145 Nests, according to biologist Deline García Canto, director of the facility.
VIDEO of Father Raúl Sánchez Alonso announcing construction of 12 classrooms for the island's first university, with building in the third stage.
VIDEO: Isla Mujeres free of sargasso
Barracuda Fishing Tournament next Saturday, July 6, with a scooter for first prize, TV's for second and third, and cash for fourth and fifth places. Registration 500p. It also notes that indications are that the Women's Fishing Tournament La Dorada del Caribe will be suspended or rescheduled (It was supposed to be held today.) The Barracuda Tournament is sponsored by the political party PRI and will have activities for women & children, starting at 11am.
Tomorrow at 4p, the isla Mujeres soccer team will play the Noh-Bec team on the field in Salina Chica. A difficult game is anticipated by the home team, who are in tenth place, since the Noh-Bec team has a number of ex-professional players.
Construction of classrooms at Catholic university
Company wanted Maritima employees to sign agreement
Agreement with Ultracarga about transfer of trash
From Por Esto :
Prevention of decompression class taught to fishermen
Imparten curso a pescadores
Due to the high incidence of decompression among fishermen-lobster divers, the head of the Hyperbaric Chamber, Ely Garcia, taught a course about prevention. The season is about to resume on July 1st. Last season, the highest rate of decompression occurred with 74 cases, and the previous season the total was 63.Factors that aggravate decompression are dehydration, exertion, fatigue, and increased pressure (deeper dives). (Another article indicated increased age was also a risk factor.) It is also risky if they dive after a day of drunkenness and noted that they are seeking lobsters in the Yucatan Channel at depths of 40 to 60 meters.
Many of them don't use instruments to measure depth, air, or immersion time. They often work in a strong sea current, which requires a tremendous effort to cling to the rocks on the seabed to look for lobsters.
The Hyperbaric Chamber has been in use for 20 years, and is in need of replacement according to the recommendations of some specialists,but there is a lack of funding.
Isla Mujeres news briefs
Breves de Isla Mujeres
The first brief is about the Barracuda Tournament next Saturday (see above), and the second says Mototaxis are allowed in Cancun, within their approved areas.University of IM to open their doors in 2020
Universidad de IM, abrirá sus puertas en 2020
The construction began two years ago and has taken longer than anticipated, due to money issues. The first building has been constructed, which will house offices and some of the classrooms, and the second building is pending. The University will offer education in gastronomy, computer skills, and the English language. They plan begin with the English and computer classes in the second semester of 2019. The rest of the construction is expected to be finished by the end of the year, for a total of twelve classrooms.Health Sector agrees on prevention actions
Sector Salud acuerda acciones de prevención
At the first session of the Municipal Health Committee, it was agreed that actions will be taken to for prevention services. They seek to encourage the implementation of actions of promotion, dissemination and education in public health among the inhabitants of the municipality, in a fundamental approach for the government to analyze and safeguard public health. Participants included municipal authorities, members of institutions, people from the private sector and organizations, and the general publicNo increase in taxi rates
No hay alza a tarifa de taxis
The Institute of Mobility of Quintana Roo (Imoveqroo) did not authorize the increase of taxi in the routes of Isla Mujeres, nor for Cancun or other municipalities in the state. Members of the taxi union had anticipated that the increase would be approved, but now they will have to wait for another time, which could be next year.Moving trash to the mainland landfill
Inició traslado de basura al relleno sanitario continental
With the summer vacation season about to begin, the Public Services department has launched a massive transfer of garbage to the continental landfill, hiring the service of several semi-trucks to move at least a thousand tons of trash per week. There is an agreement with Ultramar to transport up to 76 truck-trips per week, with an estimated 30 tons were truck, which totals 2280 tonse per week, according to Pablo Moreno, head of the department. The half dozen trucks will depart at06:35, 07:50, 12:34 and 2:25 pm, Monday through Saturday, and from 08:05 on Sunday.
LINK TVIsla Mujere says: A total of six semis were authorized at 6:35 in the morning, four semis for the 7:50 in the morning, two semis for the 15:45 and two semis for 21:45, Monday to Saturday. With summer vacation beginning this weekend, only two semis will work on the weekend, to avoid presenting a bad image to tourists. There are about 4000 tons of accumulated garbage at the Trash Transfer Facility. The municipal government intends to remove some 1500 tons of trash with this program. This campaign will be resumed at the end of summer vacation, with its second stage in the first week of September, to remove the other estimated 2500 tons of trash.
Installation of the Animal Protection Committee
Instalan comité de Protección Animal
The installation of said council took place in the Town Hall, before noon, based on Article 9 of the Animal Welfare and Protection Law of Quintana Roo and articles 109 to 118 of the Animal Welfare and Protection Regulations of the municipality of Isla Mujeres.They hope this commitment by the government and society will allow advancment in the protection of pets and all animals that suffer abuse, and "that they end once and for all so many cases of mistreatment and lack of animal welfare on the island," said one of the Committee members."Super Summer 2019" for children
“Súper Verano 2019” para niños
This is about one of the several summer day camps being offered while students are on vacation. This one features cultural activities & begins July 8th, lasting four weeks, and ending on August 2nd. Activities include soccer, basketball, table tennis, guided tours and learning about ecology and recycling. Registraion is at the Sports &Physical Culture office for children 7-12 at a cost of 75 pesos.~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
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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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June Events
Provided by MaraVilla Caribe & Isla Mujeres Daily News & Events
On Saturdays at 8a-10a, Plogging events to clean up the island are held, meetup locations at this LINK . Bring your refillable bottle & they'll supply gloves, water, & bags, Here's the Accion Isla LINK
Wednesday nights at 8:45p, a new bicycling group invite people to join them for healthy recreation, meeting at Juarez & Abasolo. Lights required, helmet recommended. LINK
In June, fishermen in this region are banned from catching Lobster, Octopus, Shrimp, Conch & Shark Lobsters kept in captivity continue to be available, along with frozen tails. LINK
The baseball games at the El Pescador stadium in front of Chedraui are usually held on Sundays, starting around 1p, when there's a 'home' game. .
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| Incubation pen Tortugranja (not 2019) |
Turtle nesting season continues throughout June. The turtles nest along the eastern beaches in the wee hours of the night and Tortugranja staff and volunteers gather the eggs and incubate them in a pen outside the facility. Three species nest annually in Isla Mujeres; Greens, Loggerheads, and Hawksbills, and very rarely, a Leatherback will attempt to nest, but the sand usually isn't deep enough. The sex of the turtles is determined by the temperature of the sand, which is common in reptiles.
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| By Tony Garcia |
Whale shark tour season continues throughout June, ending in mid-September.
Saturday June 1 & Sunday June 2: "Dry Law" is in effect for 48 hours, from the first minute on Saturday (00:00, just after Friday midnight) until midnight on Sunday (24:00) when "To Go" (package) sales of alcohol is prohibited. Foreigners in tourism areas, such as Isla Mujeres, may purchase alcoholic beverages, with food, at bars & restaurants. Citizens can't buy alcohol & businesses such as convenience stores cannot sell it.
Saturday, June 1 Clean Up with Accion Isla 8a-10a Meet up north of the gas station
Saturday, June 1st Dia de la Marina. Events begin with a 5 kilometer race in men's and women's divisions, and another for teens and children, starting in front of Playa Centro at 7am and 8am, with more than 17,000 pesos in cash prizes. Limited to 150 runners in the 5k, and 150 in the youth and children's event.
The official ceremony for National Dia de la Marina will take place at 11am, with a procession of boats in the Bay and placing of a wreath.
On Playa Centro, a beach soccer tournament will start at 11am, with teams of eight people and prizes of 3000, 2000, and 1000 pesos. It will be followed by a beach volleyball tournament at 1pm with teams of two men & two women competing for prizes of 3000, 2000, and 1000 pesos.The festivities will come to a close at 2p, with a Palo Encebado contest.
Events for Dia de la Marina:
Wednesday, June 5 World Environmental Day
Saturday, June 8 World Oceans Day
Sunday, June 16 is Father's Day (3rd Sunday in June)
Sunday, June 16 at 8pm on the Town Square: Performance by the "Estudio Dance Latino". Free.
Friday, June 21 Summer Solstice
Sunday June 23 Performance at 8p on the Town Square by Latin Dancers Dance Studio
Thursday, June 27 & Friday, June 28- Fifth annual Festival for the Sacred Heart of Jesus church in colonia La Gloria. On Thursday, after the 10p Mass and singing of Las Manitas, there will be a cultural event, including performances by troupes with dance academies, coronations, and music. On Friday, the communion ceremony will take place at 10am and a procession through the neighborhood at 8pm
Saturday, June 29 La Dorada Women's Fishing Tournament (Captain's dinner is Friday night)
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
LINK to GOES East Band 16 GIF (animation)
LINK to a private weather station on Isla Mujeres
