Cozumel News September 15th, 2016

Happy Independence Day Mexico! Check out the Independence Day Events happening today and the rest of Patriot Month in our Events Calendar 2016. There will be another edition with more news and coverage of the Cozumel ITU event later in the week. It is a great time to be in Cozumel. Join in the celebrations, have fun, but be safe!

 

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On September 7th, President of the Cozumel System for Integral Family Development (DIF), Gina Ruiz de Marrufo distributed new  wheelchairs , eyeglasses and hearing aids to residents of the most vulnerable sectors of the island.

little-independenceCozumel Little Miss Independence Crowned

Cozumel’s Ximena Betzabé Martínez Alarcón, was crowned as “Niña Independencia 2016” on September 10, 2016. The contest and coronation was part of the Patriot Month celebrating the 206 anniversary of the Independence of Mexico.

 

folkloreCozumel Patriot Month Performances

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“Grupo Folclórico Ixchel” performed on Saturday September 10th and on Sunday the 11th the Folklore Group “Vamos Danzando” from the state of Campeche performed at Quintana Roo Park. The festivities continue tonight with many more performances and the traditional “Grito de Independencia” also at Quintana Roo Park.

 

 

 

inspection2Cozumel  performs Safety Inspections

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The Municipal Government performed safety checks and inspections, (including gas facilities) of the fair rides and booths set up in and around Quintana Roo Park to ensure the holiday celebration is a safe one. The fair is located between Avenues Gonzalo Guerrero and fifth south with Calle 13 and Avenue Xel-Ha. There are about 20 rides and 15 street food stalls.

 

mexico independence dayMexico Independence Day  September 15th

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ITU Cozumel 2016ITU World Championship Cozumel 2016

September 11th – 18th

http://cozumel.triathlon.org/event/schedule/

FOR SALECozumel On Going Cozumel Garage Sale

Thank you for your continued contribution to our garage sale. We are gearing up to start again in a few weeks. I will advertise the dates in The Cozumel Sun and our Facebook pages. Please continue bringing your second hand items to us, the funds go to support our efforts in the community.

Clearance Sale: Ladies Tops One Size (Picture Below) Assorted Colors $50 Pesos, Dresses (Pictured Below) One Size Only $100 Pesos! Not Pictured: Traditional Mexican Dresses only $150 Pesos for Fast Sale. These Go for Over $350 Downtown. They Are Cool, Perfect for This Weather and Perfect for A Souvenir Gift for A Friend or Relative.

Please spread the word that I have  2 new Blood Sugar Machines, an used Wheel Chair, a Hurrycane (new) $40 US, a Walker with tray attachment and glider balls (almost new) $50 US , two used regular Orthopedic Canes $100 and $200 pesos, and a huge supply of ultra fine Insulin Needles(two sizes) $10 pesos pack of 10.

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Insulin Syringes

 

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The Local Team Bartolo Martinez Martinez, wife Gelmy, with Children Julian and GigiThe Local TeamBartolo Martinez Martinez, wife Gelmy, with Children Julian and Gigi

 

 

 

 

Papelería Mama Lilly

35 Avenida Sur Entre Calles 17 y 15 Bis

987-120-5903          EMAIL: mapapeleria@outlook.com

We are open from 6:30 a.m. – 10:00 p.m. Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 10 p.m. on Saturdays and on Sundays, (When we get home from Church) Noon until 8 p.m.

We sell school and office supplies, make copies, print, laminate, and sell some gifts and novelty items. We are licensed, provide Facturas, and deliver to your home, business, or office.

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Welcome to the Cozumel Sun! Since 2006, TCS website, Facebook Group, and Facebook page has provided the latest news and information from Cozumel, Mexico. There are no paid staff. TCS is non-profit and non-government funded. Donations help pay for website expenses, taxes, and fees. Donations support our community assistance program. TCS Community Assistance TCS provides assistance to local individuals and families with emergency food, medical expenses and medication. We help with school related expenses for children in the immediate neighborhood (Colonia Independencia). We have a ""drop in" meal policy, we feed the hungry no questions asked. In addition we publish articles that feature community programs in need of donations and volunteers. We encourage both residents and visitors to give back to this island paradise by volunteering and donating to these existing community programs. TCS has successful matched those that want to help and those in need for many years. During the Pandemic, our resources go to the Community Kitchens that are feeding hundreds in Cozumel.