Events

Canadian Thanksgiving – 14 October 2019

September 30, 2019 0
Thanksgiving Day in Canada has been celebrated on the second Monday of October since 1957.   The first official Thanksgiving was celebrated in 1859.  But the very first Thanksgiving in the new world dates to 1578, when English explorer Sir Martin Frobisher and his crew sat down to dine in Newfoundland.  [……]
Nature and Critters

Eco-Mosquito Prevention

September 30, 2019 1
According to Santa Teresita resident Jane Fetter, making mosquito repellent for use on one’s personal body is a snap.    The composition is half essential oils and half vodka. The essential oils ratio is  6 parts citronella,  1 part peppermint,  2 parts lemongrass,  and 1 part cinnamon.  That makes up half your [……]
News

Tao Wellness Center, Akumal

September 30, 2019 0
  We’re hearing interesting things about Tao Wellness Center,  located just down the highway.  Phone 984 875 7200 for info.   Grand Opening of the Satyarūpā Yoga Center is in progress.  Schedule below.                                   [……]
News

Bits & Pieces – October 2019

September 30, 2019 0
  A little this & that from the media.       Yucatán capital named North America’s second safest city   https://mexiconewsdaily.com/news/north-americas-second-safest-city/ 30 Nobel Peace Prize winners confirmed for Mérida summit    https://mexiconewsdaily.com/news/30-nobel-peace-prize-winners-confirmed-for-merida-summit/ Playa del Carmen’s BiciPlaya program set to launch    https://www.riviera-maya-news.com/playa-del-carmens-biciplaya-program-set-to-launch/2019.html A New Timeline of the Day the Dinosaurs [……]
Events

Mayan Garden Club October Field Trip

September 30, 2019 0
THE MAYAN EXPLORATION AND GARDEN CLUB IS BACK   After a break from the heat and other elements, we have returned just in time for the new arrivals. Get out your safari clothes and cameras. This year we will have our social meetings plus explore the world around us. Our [……]
Nature and Critters

Akumal Bedfellows

September 30, 2019 0
Things I Don’t Want To Find In My Bed  Written and photos by Brenda L Calnan (recent resident to the Akumal area) I cannot say I am terrified of all creepy-crawly things, but I am afraid of creepy-crawlies in the jungle. I moved from a place free of most, but [……]
People

Akumal’s Best of the Best: The Background

September 30, 2019 0
So, what’s the real scoop on Akumal’s Best of the Best?  This monthly event is held on the first Friday and is for locals and visitors alike.  A committee of usually three people select winners in three categories: who is wearing the best shirt, the best sandals, and the best [……]
Events

Akumal Arts Festival 2019 Sponsorship Information

September 25, 2019 0
  The Festival happens November 8, 9, 10, 2019! Can you feel the excitement, the change in our community, a new sense of pride? Following the smash hit of our first annual Akumal Arts Festival 2018, preparations are underway for Akumal Arts Festival 2019. This year we are bursting with [……]