Nature and Critters
Month: June 2022
News
RFC Deadline Extended
RFC update: Deadline to get tax ID in Mexico extended 6 months Mexico’s tax officials have extended their previous July 1 deadline for acquiring an RFC. SAT is now giving residents in Mexico until Jan. 1, 2023 to receive the tax ID number. “At this time we do not know [……]
News
¡Ole! at Hekab Be
You’re never too young to start training for the ligas! And doesn’t it look like fun! The Library needs to hire 3 additional teachers for Summer School and also needs to purchase the necessary school supplies for summer school and the upcoming school season. Donations can be made via: PayPal: [……]
Akumal Foodie
Substitute for Cool Whip
Stabilized Whipped Cream It’s difficult to find Cool Whip in our area. Well, here’s the perfect substitute to use for pie topping, cakes, summer desserts, and more. It’s sweet, holds its shape and doesn’t melt. PREP TIME: 20 minutes Ingredients 1 (8oz/250 g) package cream cheese, softened 1 c. [……]
News
Vecinos News – July 2022
♦ Progress is being made toward permanent legal agreements to assure the autonomy of Akumal Norte. The attorney has completed a map of Akumal Norte boundaries and is matching it with information on file with the government. ♦ A crew will be hired to clean and remove trash and jungle [……]
Culture
In Honor of Frida: 6 July
HOW SAN FRANCISCO IGNITED THE RIGHT STUFF IN EMERGING ARTIST FRIDA KAHLO Frida Kahlo, Self-Portrait with Monkeys THE EVOLUTION OF FRIDA Though much has been written about Frida Kahlo, one of the most celebrated women artists of our time, little is mentioned of her travels in the United States and [……]
Akumal Foodie
Yuca — Better Than It Sounds!
—Yuca root, also known as cassava root, looks like a cross between a white potato and sweet potato. It’s an excellent source of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants which can provide important health benefits. For example: Choline helps the body manage nerve and brain functions and is an important part of keeping [……]
Akumal Foodie
Health
Digestion: Before the First Bite
Before taking the first bite, think about how long it takes to digest what you plan to eat. (Wish they had made a poster for Cheetos . . . ) — gracias a Gabi
Health
Ankles and Feet Flexibility: Five-move Routine
You can improve flexibility in your lower body and feet with this five-exercise routine from fitness expert Stephanie Mansour. Engaging your calf muscles is an important step toward feeling better. Mobility exercises around the ankles and sole of each foot can also engage your calves. And you can do them [……]