Rules and regulations for Carnaval 2009

*Sunday and Monday, February 22^nd and 23^rd painting is permitted only on the beach side between the hours of 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm.

*Tuesday, February 24^th painting is permitted only on the beach side between the hours of 2:00 pm to 10:00 pm.

*Comparsas (street dances) are permitted all over the streets of the town.

*Painters are asked to respect all people in uniform and all those not wanting to participate.

*All Traffic is requested to be respectful to the street dancers.

Enjoy a couple shots of the Comparsas and Painting fun had at last year's Carnaval! See you there!

SP Salvadoran Community celebrates 8th Ann.

Eight years ago on February 13th Salvadorans in San Pedro reunited and celebrated the commencement of their new group. Salvador had just been hit by a major earthquake and knowing that their country was in need, the group banded together and sent assistance to their fellow countrymen. Throughout their eight years, the San Pedro Salvadoran Community has helped in many ways. Through radiothons and fundraisers, they have helped, not only their members but the San Pedro community too. Always willing to work with other like organizations, the Salvadoran community is always willing to extend a friendly hand. On Sunday, the Salvadoran Community rendezvoused at My Secret Deli and celebrated their eight years of accomplishment. With traditional Salvadoran cuisine, the night was a lovely affair.
What has proven difficult to the organization, as in many organizations, is the need for more active membership. With only approximately 25 active members out of a database f 150, their regular meetings are an effort to boost participation. Meetings are held every Wednesday at La Divina Providencia at 7:00 p.m. All are invited to attend.

Defying Gravity: Jorge takes a dive!

Tsunami Skydivers' Boogie in Belize V

It is considered one of the most extreme sports in the world, but skydiving can also be considered the best, it all depends on who you ask. The Boogie in Belize group from Tsunami Skydivers Incorporated is no stranger to the people of Ambergris Caye and Belize. For the past five years many eager spectators have flocked the beach annually to the landing drop near Coco Locos Bar, north of the bridge. The day is enjoyed while taking in the scenery as the divers jump out of a shark painted plane, open their colorful parachute and land on the ground in a perfectly safe condition. And while many prefer to enjoy the scene, many also like to be front and center of the action.

The San Pedro Sun’s Jorge Aldana was one of those eager to try out this extreme sport, and he got to experience a true bird’s eye view of La Isla Bonita. Read more about his experience in Thursday’s edition of The San Pedro Sun.

Lyal Waddell, Jorge’s tandem buddy.

Workers march in solidarity of South Beach Belize

Some 200 people marched from Reef Village this morning and were heading to down town San Pedro in support of South Beach investment. After a small discussion with the Police, they were directed to disassemble because they lacked a protest permit. After about an hour into the protest, they disassembled at the foot of the Boca del Rio Bridge, and return to their work site peacefully. Full details will follow in this week’s issue of The San Pedro Sun newspaper.

Nomination Day in San Pedro

The People's United Party marched to the San Pedro Town Hall where they were officially nominated just after 11:00 AM today.

The United Democratic Party team was nominated just after 3pm, and afterward they marched through the principal streets of San Pedro Town. Look out for full details in this week's issue of The San Pedro Sun Newspaper.