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!
This is the live webcam at North Beach / Playa Norte
Today's events
Sunday, July 26 Blue Dome La Gloria 12:30 Dog Training Workshop 30pesos Bring pieces of sausages cut to thickness of coins, and dog, preferable hungry, with collar and leash
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From Noticias de Diario de Quintana Roo ....
link to their Isla articles
Exciting and funThe beginning of "Summer Fest 2015" event for altruistic purposes
Emocionante y divertido
El inicio del “Summer Fest 2015”, evento con fines altruistas
Lanrry PARRA
ISLA MUJERES, 25 de julio.-
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The event "Isla Mujeres Summer Fest 2015" took place Saturday in an environment of healthy competition and youthful enthusiasm. The purpose of the event was to raise funds for the purchase of wheelchairs adapted for athletic use. The DIF social service agency coordinated and promoted the event, and the President, Marthy Vergas Leon de Magana opened the event.
This sport of longboarding, a type of skateboarding, combines discipline, physical exercise, skill, concentration, and a high dose of adrenaline. There were two categories of skaters: 15 and under and 16 and over, who skated a Cross course with obstacles and they also skated el Slide Jam. (That was probably the racing part where two skaters at a time made the route of the course, up and down Paseo de los Peces).
Participants included local islanders, as well as skaters from Cozumel and Playa Carmen. There were some professionals attending who gave an exciting exhibition: Oscar Gutiérrez, of Guadalajara, Jalisco, and Fabián Gutiérrez, of the Distrito Federal (Mexico City). The event was attended by a good number of young people and families who enjoyed the event. Some of the participating skaters have won awards worldwide in longboarding.
The President of the DIF said, "One sport helping another sport is a demonstration that with solidarity we can achieve dreams. This is one of the many activities that will take place as we begin our efforts to find resources to buy wheelchairs adapted for sports use, and we have great faith in this."
Bruce took some pictures of the skaters racing...
Residents complain about dust
The event "Isla Mujeres Summer Fest 2015" took place Saturday in an environment of healthy competition and youthful enthusiasm. The purpose of the event was to raise funds for the purchase of wheelchairs adapted for athletic use. The DIF social service agency coordinated and promoted the event, and the President, Marthy Vergas Leon de Magana opened the event.
This sport of longboarding, a type of skateboarding, combines discipline, physical exercise, skill, concentration, and a high dose of adrenaline. There were two categories of skaters: 15 and under and 16 and over, who skated a Cross course with obstacles and they also skated el Slide Jam. (That was probably the racing part where two skaters at a time made the route of the course, up and down Paseo de los Peces).
Participants included local islanders, as well as skaters from Cozumel and Playa Carmen. There were some professionals attending who gave an exciting exhibition: Oscar Gutiérrez, of Guadalajara, Jalisco, and Fabián Gutiérrez, of the Distrito Federal (Mexico City). The event was attended by a good number of young people and families who enjoyed the event. Some of the participating skaters have won awards worldwide in longboarding.
The President of the DIF said, "One sport helping another sport is a demonstration that with solidarity we can achieve dreams. This is one of the many activities that will take place as we begin our efforts to find resources to buy wheelchairs adapted for sports use, and we have great faith in this."
Bruce took some pictures of the skaters racing...
Residents complain about dust
Vecinos de quejan por polvareda
Piden se reactiven trabajos de repavimentación
Lanrry PARRA
ISLA MUJERES, 25 de julio.-
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Aguakan is finishing their work installing new lines for the sewer system between coloina Salina Grande and colonia Canotal, and next the paving work is expected to resume. Many nearby residents are looking forward to the completion of the work, because it has generated a large amount of dust over the past month.
Aguakan added 560 meters of sewer line, with 10 manholes and 30 hookups. The Director of Public Works, Miguel Caballero Garcia, said the paving work is expected to be completed in 30 days, maximum, and includes the application of hydraulic material to compact the foundation, upon which the pavement layer goes. This work consist of about 1800 meters (1.8 km) and an investment of nearly 10 million pesos.
Promoting responsible paternity with campaign for scalpel-free vasectomies
Aguakan is finishing their work installing new lines for the sewer system between coloina Salina Grande and colonia Canotal, and next the paving work is expected to resume. Many nearby residents are looking forward to the completion of the work, because it has generated a large amount of dust over the past month.
Aguakan added 560 meters of sewer line, with 10 manholes and 30 hookups. The Director of Public Works, Miguel Caballero Garcia, said the paving work is expected to be completed in 30 days, maximum, and includes the application of hydraulic material to compact the foundation, upon which the pavement layer goes. This work consist of about 1800 meters (1.8 km) and an investment of nearly 10 million pesos.
Promoting responsible paternity with campaign for scalpel-free vasectomies
Promueven paternidad responsable
Con campaña de vasectomía sin bisturí
Lanrry PARRA
ISLA MUJERES, 25 de julio.-
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A meeting will be held at the Isla Mujeres General Hospital on August 14, offering information about free, no-scalpel vasectomies available for men. This is a minimally invasive procedure which causes male infertility, without affecting sexual function, and is a definitive, safe, and effective method of birth control for men who are sure they no longer want children.
The free procedure lasts 20 minutes, and the patients come to the reproductive health area of the hospital between 8am and noon, bathed and with their genital area shaved, and accompanied by a family member. They can call 877 17 90 or 99 81 80 56 52 to make an appointment, said Leily Osorio Mares, who is in charge of the Reproductive Health unit of the Hospital.
Using sidewalks as parking spaces downtown
A meeting will be held at the Isla Mujeres General Hospital on August 14, offering information about free, no-scalpel vasectomies available for men. This is a minimally invasive procedure which causes male infertility, without affecting sexual function, and is a definitive, safe, and effective method of birth control for men who are sure they no longer want children.
The free procedure lasts 20 minutes, and the patients come to the reproductive health area of the hospital between 8am and noon, bathed and with their genital area shaved, and accompanied by a family member. They can call 877 17 90 or 99 81 80 56 52 to make an appointment, said Leily Osorio Mares, who is in charge of the Reproductive Health unit of the Hospital.
Using sidewalks as parking spaces downtown
Usan banquetas como estacionamientos
En la zona Centro de la Isla
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ISLA MUJERES, 24 de julio.-
ISLA MUJERES, 24 de julio.-
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With the large influx of visitors in this holiday season bringing an increased number of vehicles throughout the island, there is a shortage of parking spaces in the downtown area. This causes people to park on the sidewalks, which annoys visitors and local people, especially the merchants who say this blocks access to their stores.
The reporter took a tour of Guerrero and Juarez, near the Town Square, and found this problem existing there at several sections. These vehicles are not using the parking lot at Casa de Cultura. The drivers say they are just parking it for a few minutes, but often these few minutes become hours.
There is also annoyance about parking spaces that have been 'claimed' by businesses or individuals, and some even set up tables in them to sell a product or service to visitors. Children and women are having difficulty, and there is a risk of accidents. Therefore it is recommended that the Traffic Police give this a priority and take action to prevent potential accidents.
With the large influx of visitors in this holiday season bringing an increased number of vehicles throughout the island, there is a shortage of parking spaces in the downtown area. This causes people to park on the sidewalks, which annoys visitors and local people, especially the merchants who say this blocks access to their stores.
The reporter took a tour of Guerrero and Juarez, near the Town Square, and found this problem existing there at several sections. These vehicles are not using the parking lot at Casa de Cultura. The drivers say they are just parking it for a few minutes, but often these few minutes become hours.
There is also annoyance about parking spaces that have been 'claimed' by businesses or individuals, and some even set up tables in them to sell a product or service to visitors. Children and women are having difficulty, and there is a risk of accidents. Therefore it is recommended that the Traffic Police give this a priority and take action to prevent potential accidents.
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El
objetivo del programa "Mexico Conectado", es promover a través de las
telecomunicaciones la conectividad en los centros comunitarios. INTERNET
GRATUITO EN EL CENTRO COMUNITARIO DE LA COL. LA GLORIA.
The
aim of the program "Mexico connected" is to promote
telecommunication connectivity in the centers of communities. Free
Internet at the community center in colonia La Gloria.
La Sra. Marthy Vargas Leon de Magaña, presidenta del DIF, entregó premios a los ganadores de los concursos de la Tercera Muestra Gastronómica a base de Pez León, del Concurso Familiar de Piñatas y de Fotografía en Redes Sociales. ENHORABUENA.
Mrs
Marthy Vargas Leon de Magaña, President of the DIF social service agency, gave prizes to the
winners of the Third Lion Fish Entree Competition, of the family pinata contest, and of the photography contest on social media. Congratulations.
Turismo de Isla Mujeres / Municipal Tourism Department (Link)
It says Congratulations to Jabes Gonzalez whose photo received the most "Likes" in the Photography Competition "The Giant of the Sea"
The winning photo by Jabes Gonzales with 352 likes at the close of the contest. Follow the link above to the Turismo FB site to see the other photos.
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Dog training workshop
SOCIAL
Darán un taller de instrucción canina0 26 de julio de 2015 By Carlos Gasca
12:30 p, Blue Dome La Gloria, 30 pesos. This information was translated yesterday, and is also mentioned in Today's Events section. -
Lobster fisherman treated in the hyperbaric chamber
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NÁUTICO
Ingresa un langostero a la cámara hiperbárica
0 26 de julio de 2015 By Carlos Gasca
Es el séptimo caso de descompensación durante la temporada.
Seven Cubans in a balsero boat rescued by Navy
(That photo looks like the one with the previous article when 13 Cubans were rescued)
The Naval Search and Rescue Unit (ENSAR) of Isla Mujeres, Quintana Roo, in a boat Patrulla Interceptora, rescued five men and two women, of Cuban nationality aboard a balsero boat, near the beach "Las Cruces", two kilometers from the National Park of Isla Contoy. They were given food, water, and medical attention, and once it was determined they were in good health, they were turned over to agents of the National Institute of Immigration (INM), who will communicate with their representatives at the Cuban Consulate. With complete respect for their human rights, they were taken to the Naval Station at Puerto Juarez, to be processed by the authorities according to the Laws that apply.
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From por esto Link to their Isla Mujeres articles
He said although they have been separated, he tried unsuccessfully to give proper food to the animals, but his ex-wife was giving them only vegetables, and this was also the case with their six year old daughter. However, now she and the child have returned to a normal diet, and on Monday they are returning to Italy, at the request of her family.
He said, "This decision makes me happy. I spoke to her father, who has a high economic status, about returning to our country after spending 15 years in Mexico, from Chiapas to Quintana Roo," and he described the problems that fell upon his ex-wife, until she was no longer welcome in the island community, because of her behavior. Tears welled up in his eyes as he recalled the serious difficulties he had when he tried to intercede for his daughter, when she lost weight. On more than one occasion he went to the staff of the DIF, social service agency for assistance, as well as to the police.
He said his former spouse has money, as does her family, but it was her choice to live in a precarious manner and in desperate conditions due to her emotional problems which caused her to live in unfortunate circumstances. Regarding the dogs, when they were still living, over a year ago, he bought them food, but she threw it in the trash. Instead she gave them potatoes and other natural foods that do not work well for dogs. But since they were already separated, he did not have full knowledge of the fate of each of the animals, whom he recognized in the published photos.
The seven dogs were born in Italy and brought to Mexico when they were young, and one more was acquired in Chiapas for a total of eight boxers. They will return to Italy with the remaining dog, after seven died, of whom six died in Isla Mujeres, in less than a year, presumably from malnutrition.
Paolo Palazzo, 55, confirmed that they were married in a civil ceremony ten years ago in his native country, and now he hopes to go back in a few days to formalize his legal separation, putting an end to it, and keeping communication only for his daughter.
He said he hoped to consolidate his little pasta business in La Gloria, because he had chosen to live in Isla Mujeres, but at various attempts to open his own business, the problems described here were a distraction.
Saturday an article was published about the controversy sparked by the death of these animals and the lack of implementation of the law in this case, despite several recommendations by NGO's, like CCDA, about ending mistreatment of pets.
Entertaining Summer Fest Isla Mujeres 2015
Divertido Summer Fest Isla Mujeres 2015+] Ver mas
Cubans rescued at sea
Rescatan a cubanos en el mar] Ver mas
Seven people, five men and two women, were rescued from a rubber boat, which had been sinking over the past three days and their lives were in danger. They were given food and medical care, and once it was determined they were in good health, they were turned over to the INM Immigration authorities, to establish communication with their Cuban Consular authorities to assist in their return.
Their human rights were respected at all times, while they were transferred to the Naval station in Puerto Juarez and handed over to the authorities for the appropriate legal procedures. It is noted that the previous 13 Cubans who were rescued on July 15th, fifty miles northeast of Cabo Catoche, after they were spotted in their metal boat by a plane.
Addiction
In other news, it is reported that the municipalities of Benito Juarez (Cancun) and Isla Mujeres will participate in the National day for the Prevention of Addictions, 2015, with coordination by the ), National Departments of Defense and of Health, as well as the National Commission Against Addiction (CONADIC). On this day, staff from the Navy and the Soldados del Servicio Militar Nacional, as well as Women Volunteers from the municipalities of Isla Mujeres and Benito Juarez, with act as voluntary promoters of actions for addiction prevention among their peers and in different interactional contexts in the community, family, social, and recreational areas.
The soldiers and sailors participating in these activities will be selected and trained by the CONADIC staff to serve as counselors and advocates in the field of addiction prevention, and they will go to schools and public places to promote these actions.
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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.
End of July Events
Sunday, July 26 Blue Dome La Gloria 12:30 Dog Training Workshop 30pesos Bring pieces of sausages cut to thickness of coins, and dog, preferable hungry, with collar and leash
July 30 Anniversary of the death of Miguel Hidalgo (May 8, 1753 to July 31, 1811)
July 30 Mundaca Palapa Ballet Gala by the Classical Dance Company of Quintana Roo
August events
Sunset ~7:30
Moonrise over the Caribbean
July 31 7:42
Aug 1 8:31
Aug 2 9:19
Aug 3 10:05
Aug 4 10:51
Aug 5 11:38
Aug 6 12:25
August 17 City Council Special Session to read the official Decree of Foundation of the Pueblo Of Dolores (Dolores was the original name of the town of Isla Mujeres when it was founded in 1850) for our 165th anniversary.
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)
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