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Classic Cars Rally

May 8, 2017 0

Rally Maya Mexico is scheduled to run its 1200 km route from 19–28 May.  It winds down on 26 May with a 5th Avenue parade in Playa.  The event is internationally recognized and features vehicles at least 40 yrs. old, some dating from 1915! The rally supports medical treatment for children suffering [……]

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In Memoriam: Richard Mazzola

May 6, 2017 0

“Richard Mazzola-loving husband, father, grandfather and brother unexpectedly passed on Monday. Come celebrate his life with us on May 20th at 10am. As many of you know, Richard loved bright, vibrant colors. So, feel free to attend with colorful attire. Location: Erickson-Anderson Mortuary – 8390 Allison Ave., La Mesa, CA [……]

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Street Lights for North Akumal

May 4, 2017 0

  On your way to La Buena Vida Friday night for Best of the Best,  check out the solar street lights temporarily installed on the road at the vacant lots between La Mirage Condos and Yool Caanal.  They will be in place over the weekend. These are samples.  The final product will have thicker [……]

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Best of the Best — Reminder

May 3, 2017 0

It’s that time again to see your friends and make new ones as winners in three categories of Best of the Best will be chosen by a friendly committee! Friday, May 5th is the date La Buena Vida Restaurant is the place 5:00 -6:00 pm is the time Remember the [……]

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Kentucky Derby–Akumal-Style

May 3, 2017 0

The first Saturday in May is always the date for the famed “Run for the Roses,” and Akumal is going to join this fun celebration with Kentucky Derby–Akumal-Style.  Turtle Bay Bakery and Cafe is hosting this event.  The Kentucky Derby race begins at 5:34 pm local time, but suggest you [……]

Events

Happy Mother’s Day!

May 1, 2017 0

Happy Mother’s Day!  We’re celebrating here in Mexico on Wednesday, 10 May.  Events in the U.S.  take place on the second Sunday of the month, 14 May this year. 

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A Blast from the Past

April 30, 2017 1

Some of us weren’t around in November 1993 – or thereabouts – when the first Akumal Sun Times came out.  It averaged 15 pages or so and was full of local news, literary offerings, ads, recipes, and general silliness – things of interest to residents, owners, and visitors.  After a few years, [……]

Nature and Critters

Expedition Akumal Update

April 30, 2017 0

Akumal Bay has much news going on under the water that many of you may not be aware of.  It has been over a year since we reported on Expedition Akumal, a coral restoration project run by Jenny Mallon,  lead biologist and coordinator of the project that is  sponsored by [……]