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What’s New in Akumal – December 2021
Midway Food Store, at the halfway point of Akumal Norte, has a new mural! And it’s gorgeous! You must stop by and see it — the colors are wonderful in real life. The artist is Sergio Gamboa. [……]
Health
Spices & Herbs: Cayenne
Cayenne pepper, a spice used in a wide variety of regional cuisines, has been used medicinally for thousands of years. Cayenne pepper is very rich in capsaicin, the substance that gives it its medicinal properties and hot taste. Many studies have shown capsaicin to reduce appetite and increase fat burning. [……]
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NPR Sunday Puzzle: It’s All About the Categories
THE WEEKLY QUIZ FROM NPR PUZZLEMASTER WILL SHORTZ On-air challenge: I’m going to give you some categories in two words. You name something in each category starting with each initial in the category. Any answer that works is fine. Ex: Zoo Animals –> Zebra, Aardvark 1. Family Members 2. European Volcanoes [……]
Events
First Friday
Remember to stop by La Buena Vida this Friday, the 3rd, to meet up with Akumal area pals and neighbors. Peeps start rolling in about 5pm.
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Hekab Be Library News
#GivingTuesday is almost here — 30 NOVEMBER!!! Tuesday, November 30th is #GivingTuesday, the Global Day of Giving. As part of our #GivingTuesday fundraising effort, our goal is to raise enough funds on that date to cover 50% of our 2022 Operational Expenses. Our Operating expenses cover teachers’ salaries, utilities, building [……]
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Mexican Residency Info
If you’re interested in obtaining Mexican residency, the following information will be helpful. It was sent by the Boston MA office of the Consulate General of Mexico on 1 September 2021, so it’s current. TEMPORARY RESIDENT VISA (MORE THAN 180 DAYS AND LESS THAN 4 YEARS) [……]
Events
First Friday – 5 November
Please join us this 1st Friday, 5 November!!! La Buena Vida around 5:oo is good . . .
Health
Massages in Akumal
Budha Gardens Spa has been in Akumal Centro for many years. It’s open Monday – Saturday from 9 to 5. Phone 984-745-4942 for an appointment. Check online http://www.budhagardenspa.comfor services and prices. Pedro and his wife are certified masseurs who have lived in the area [……]
Health
Spices & Herbs: Sage
Also known as common sage, garden sage and Salvia officinalis, belongs to the mint family, alongside other herbs like oregano, rosemary, basil and thyme. Sage is high in several nutrients, including Vitamin K, Iron, Vitamin B6, Calcium, and Manganese. It also has as small amounts of magnesium, zinc, copper and vitamins [……]