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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: Friendly government that is close to the people
Productive public meeting in colonia La Gloria
Juan Carrillo, por gobierno amigo
Encabeza fructífera audiencia pública en la colonia La Gloria
Lanrry parra
ISLA MUJERES, 20 de octubre.-
ISLA MUJERES, 20 de octubre.-
At the second public meeting,held under the dome in La Gloria, the Mayor listened to the concerns of citizens, which were channeled for immediate resolution to the appropriate departments, who were present at the event. These Public Audiences are organized by the City Service Center, with the aim of saving time and money on transportation for procedures and services from governmental offices, and to help people who have mobility impairments.
The Mayor said, "As public servants, we are fulfilling our commitment to promote a friendly government that attends, listens and efficiently solves issues and deals directly with the citizens," There were 15 participating departments, and there were also free services available including haircuts, dentistry, medical consultations, and advice about reproductive health.
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From the Municipal Facebook site..... ( FB page link)
You are invited to Magic Nights-Noches Magicas which is presented by the City via the Institute of Culture and Arts for the whole family. Sunday 8pm Town Square Free
Te invitamos este domingo a las #NochesMágicas que el Ayuntamiento de #IslaMujeres a través el Instituto de la Cultura y las Artes tiene preparado para ti y toda tu familia.
After the collapse of 20 meters of the downtown cemetery's wall, the Departments of Public Services, of Public Works, of Civil Protection, and of Administration began the task of cleaning the area, for the safety of residents and visitors.
Tras el derrumbe de 20 metros de la estructura que rodea el cementerio del centro, la Dirección General de Servicios Públicos, Dirección General de Obras Públicas, Dirección de Gobierno y Dirección de Protección Civil se dieron a la tarea de dar inicio con la limpieza del lugar a fin de proteger la seguridad de los habitantes y visitantes.
In the second #jornadaciudadana Clean Up, 10 tons of garbage and junk were removed, which could serve as breeding sites of mosquitoes. Let's continue working together to keep our public spaces clean and the island free of dengue, zika and chikungunya.
En la segunda #JornadaCiudadana retiramos de nuestras calles 10 toneladas de basura y cacharros que sirven como criaderos de mosquitos. Sigamos trabajando juntos para mantener limpios nuestros espacios públicos y la isla libre de dengue, zika y chikungunya.
Mayor Juan Carrillo: More opportunities for training and jobs for islanders
For the benefit of islanders, an agreement was signed called Infrastructure Vertiente Habitat Program 2016, at a meeting on Friday between the Mayor of Isla Mujeres and Omar King de la Rosa who is a Director of ICATQR (Institute for Work Training of the state of Quintana Roo.). This will provide more opportunities for islanders who want to lean skills that will help them get jobs, and thereby improve their quality of life. The following courses will be offered and will being Oct. 24: beauty, cakes and jellies, dressmaking, soapmaking and candles, and computer science. More information about costs, times, dates are available at the offices of the Department of Economic Development at the Community Center in colonia La Gloria.
Mayor Juan Carrillo: Friendly government that is close to the people
Productive public meeting in colonia La Gloria
Events today & tomorrow:
Sat. Oct. 22 International Beach Cleaning Day at 8am until noon, starting at the Whale Shark monument, cleaning up near Mundaca, Sac Bajo, Salina Grande, and the Eastern Malecon. General Public is invited.
The general public is invited to a skateboard-longboard competition on Saturday at 2pm on Isla Contoy street, at the intersection with Pargo, in front of the Julio Sauri school.
Sat. Oct. 22 "CIRCUS SHOW" Dance Festival Town Square 7:30p 4th anniversary of the Renatta Dance Studio with special guest dancers
Sun, Oct 23 NOCHES MAGICAS Celebration Town Square 8p
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From Tvisla Mujeres ( link to photos & articles)
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From por esto Link to their Isla Mujeres articles & photos
Problem with boats anchored in port area
Grave problema de invasión del recinto portuario [+] Ver masFull article at this link
The Harbor Master, Ismael Gonzalez Gil, would like a collaboration agreement between the three levels of government regarding the problem of boats anchoring in the stretch of beach 400 meters down from the concrete pier. It is his responsibility to keep the area of the water clear, because anchorage is not permitted in that area, which is occupied by nearly 100 recreational and fishing boats, while it is APIQRoo's (state Port Authority) who has the concession on the land, and who, like the City, maintains a good image of the site.
He would like an agreement between the three levels of government to build two or three piers that are 50 meters long, because there is no place to put boats on the island. In recent times, more and more people are putting their boats in this area, despite repeated advisories from the Port Authority, but the people have no where else to go. The Marinas charge large amounts of money, which the fishermen and lancheros don't have.
A few months ago, the Navy "invited" boaters to vacate the 50 meters of beach at the nothern side of the ferry terminal, and a number of those boats moved to this area. There are many boats on the beach and in the water, and some have installed temporary shade to rest and work there of the maintenance of the boats, which is interpreted as invasive and creating a bad image, and causes concern from the governmental institutions.
Collapse of section of downtown Cemetery wall
Barda del Cementerio municipal derrumbada[+] Ver masFull article at this link
Caution for boaters
Precaución a navieras2.. [+] Ver masFull article at this link
Boaters were advised to be cautious in the Yucatan Channel and off the northern part of Quintana Roo on Friday evening and Saturday due to effects from the arrival of Cold Frong #4.
Soccer in Isla Mujeres
También en Isla Mujeres hay actividad futbolera[+] Ver masFull article at this link
The island teams "Trilanda" and "Novatos" qualified in the quarter finals of the Copa Telmex in the Open category and will compete on Saturday against the Cancun "Tres Reyes" and "Tigrillos", at 3pm and 5pm at the field in Salina Chica.
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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.
October events
Sunset ~6:20p
Moon rise over the Caribbean
Oct. 15 6:20p Full Moon
Oct. 16 7:09p
Oct. 17 8:01p
Oct. 18 8:55p
Oct. 19 9:51p
Oct. 20 10:49p
Oct. 21 11:46p
Every Tuesday & Thursday at 10am: Sergio's Batik class. ~3 hours long. 400p includes materials.
Thursday, Oct. 6 Artist Fair 4p Casa de la Cultura Participants include Isla Brewing, AMar Cocina Peruana, and Javi's Cantina
Oct. 8: 42nd Anniversary of the Free & Sovereign State of Quintana Roo
Oct. 9: Day of Fishermen
Sunday, October 9: You're invited to the start of the program "Isla Mujeres Magic Nights" at 8pm on the Town Square. A Sunday evening program of cultural and artistic events. Commemorating the XLII Anniversary of the creation of the Free & Sovereign State of Quintana Roo.
Wednesday, Oct. 12 Dia de la Raza
Sunday, Oct. 16 Magic Nights 8pm Town Square
Thurs, Oct 20 Art Fair Casa de Cultura 4-9p Art, Craft Beer, Food Vendors
Fri, Oct 21 Pink Breakfast Benefit Casa de Cultura 9am Participants are asked to wear pink or white to this benefit of "Por Siempre Viva" foundation and the prosthesis program. Ticket donations are 200 pesos and T shirts are 120 pesos, both available at the DIF offices 9a-4p.
Fri, Oct 21 Memorial to Ramon Bravo at his monument (entrance to Sac Bajo) 8am. Anniversary of his birth
Sat. Oct. 22 International Beach Cleaning Day at 8am until noon, starting at the Whale Shark monument, cleaning up near Mundaca, Sac Bajo, Salina Grande, and the Eastern Malecon. General Public is invited.
The general public is invited to a skateboard-longboard competition on Saturday at 2pm on Isla Contoy street, at the intersection with Pargo, in front of the Julio Sauri school.
Sat. Oct. 22 "CIRCUS SHOW" Dance Festival Town Square 7:30p 4th anniversary of the Renatta Dance Studio with special guest dancers
Sun, Oct 23 NOCHES MAGICAS Celebration Town Square 8p
Monday, Oct. 31 Halloween
Tuesday, Nov. 1 All Saint's Day Dia de los Muertos
Wednesday, Nov. 2 All Soul's Day Dia de los Muertos
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The 9th annual Diabetes Clinic will be November 3rd in La Gloria. We are a team of nurses, social workers, EMT's and paramedics with a doctor for consultation of patients who need to be seen immediately. Please consider donating $50 which would buy 200 test strips, enough for one patient for a year. We also need donations of reading glasses, particularly the higher numbers. Many diabetics have vision problems too. We have a drop off location at Marina Paraiso Hotel or will pick up wherever you are! Muchisimas gracias for your generosity ~ Contact Karen Rosenberg Here or email me at westofcuba@gmail.com
To all Islenos: We invite you to 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 for people with Diabetes. 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 gringos that live and visit your beautiful island. Please tell your family, friends, neighbors and co-workers! PM Karen Rosenberg or Geovanny Avalos on FB for more information about this new non-profit organization created to serve the people of Isla Mujeres! (or email me at westofcuba@gmail.com) Please share this information. Thank you.
Sources for Storm Information:
Wunderground
Tropical Tidbits
NOAA
The Artist's Fairs are scheduled twice a month, on the First and Third Thursdays, at the Casa de Cultura, 4-9.
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