Cozumel News April 21, 2015

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Cozumel News April 21, 2015: The Hurricane Hunter in Cozumel Today, Cozumel Aeroshow 2015, The Cozumel Santa Cruz and Fiestas Del Cedral, Cozumel El Cedral Ticket Sales, A Visit to Cozumel’s Juan Pablo II Senior Home and Cozumel Events Calendar April and May 2015.

The Hurricane Hunter in Cozumel Today

A WC130 Hercules aircraft is scheduled to arrive on the island of Cozumel today. In the United States of America, it is called “Hurricane Hunter” as it is used to study the behavior of hydro meteorological phenomena. The aircraft is operated by staff of the National Hurricane Center of the United States The National Water Commission (Conagua) scheduled a series of activities with local authorities as well as with students from various schools that will be allowed to tour the aircraft.

According to information confirmed by the head of Civil Protection in the island, Lucio Canul Andrade, the airplane that has a whole technology that allows its occupants and pilots, to study cyclones in different seasons of the year. A press conference later today will detail an annual summary of the 2014 season as well as forecasts for 2015.

Cozumel Aeroshow 2015

Novedades reported that there was good attendance recorded on the first day of the Aeroshow Cozumel 2015 held at the Eduardo Toledo Parra Aerodrome. Entire families migrated to the farthest point of the island to enjoy the pilots practicing for the next day’s event.

Members of security including fire, ambulance and municipal police were on hand to supervise the zone. . Participating Pilots took off from Cozumel and put on exhibitions in Playa del Carmen and Cancun.

The Cozumel Santa Cruz and Fiestas Del Cedral

Chapel La Feria de El Cedral in Cozumel is a tradition that dates back to 1848. It is one of the oldest celebrations in Mexico and is held on the island of Cozumel, Quintana Roo.

Legend tells of a Casimiro Cárdenas that came to Cozumel during the Caste War fleeing a massacre and persecution. He survived and made a promise to celebrate the power of the cross every year, Festival de la Santa Cruz and creating what is now known as the Fair of El Cedral. The fair coincides with the Festival de la Santa Cruz and in addition to celebrations and religious rites it is a fair with dances, music, regional food, rodeos, cockfights, bullfights and rides.

The event aims to provide the population and the many tourists that visit the island of swallows with options for aesthetic and intellectual enjoyment.

Cozumel El Cedral 2015 Ticket Sales

Monday through Fridays

Municipal Palace 8 a.m. – 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. – 8 p.m.

Desarrollo Social 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Casa de la Cultura 9 a.m. – 8 p.m.

On days of the event, tickets will only be sold at the above locations until noon! After that time, you must purchase your tickets in Plaza de Toros at El Cedral.

A Visit to Cozumel’s Juan Pablo II Senior Home

This Saturday my family went to Cozumel’s Senior Home, Juan Pablo II. My Grandson Julian’s Youth Group from Corpus Christi Church was also there visiting the thirteen residents and Nuns that care for them.

There was a table full of donated food items and supplies; each of the children brought an item to donate to the home. They spent the afternoon visiting with the “Abuelitos.” In Mexico, they are lovingly referred to as the Grandparents, not seniors.

We brought our own donations along with a number of supplies donated by Joyce Larsen. It was a wonderful experience to speak to the seniors and offer them love and companionship. Just holding the hand of a senior with dementia is comforting. Our 12-year-old grandson was upset that one of the Abuelitas told him her grandchildren had not visited for a long time. I explained that is why it is important that we visit the home on a regular basis.

Juan Pablo II Senior Home in Cozumel is not government funded. They rely on us for their needs. Equally important, the residents can use a visit here and there. The place is beautiful and kept spotless by the sisters. The doors are open to visitors anytime; they will welcome your visit and volunteers with open arms. There is a list of suggested donations in The Cozumel Sun: https://www.thecozumelsun.com/vol…/juan-pablo-ii-senior-home/

Make it a family project like we do, it is very rewarding

Aurita’s Corner

There has been nothing to write about on the news! I have received no invitations for press conferences, or press releases this past week. The only exception has been the continuing saga of the City and State Authorities’ pursuit of those responsible for the sand theft last month. I have not even seen any activity from DIF that usually floods my inbox. The Municipality must still be on Spring Break! It is quite possible everyone is just getting ready for El Cedral!

I want to remind readers that you are welcome to turn in relevant articles about living in Cozumel, travel, diving, snorkeling, and dining out, anything of interest. I am also desperately looking for assistance either part time or full time. I am making plans to return to the United States either late this year or the beginning of 2016 to have my hip replaced and the rest of my poor body repaired. I am looking for someone to take over The Cozumel Sun. either temporarily or permanently. If you are interested, please contact me!