Swimming and Drumming Lessons for Kids

Summer stretches seemingly endlessly for children on the island. With no homework, hardly any chores to do, the vast sea calls them to spend as much time in the water as possible. But what about those who can't swim, and can't afford summer camp or lessons? Well, Reverend Julie Bradley and her team of about 10 volunteers from Los Angeles have been giving a bit of swimming lessons to local children at The Tides Hotel pool, and on Thursday, the fast learners had a fun trip to Hol Chan, to enjoy what their island offers...

Later that evening, they had Drum Circle, where kids and volunteers alike got to enjoy the primitive beats of the local Garifuna drums...kudos to the volunteers!!

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Cat Walking in San Pedro

Several people congregated at the Bowen and Bowen dock on Tuesday evening to take part in a fun Cat Walk, that eventually ended with them jumping into the ocean at the end of the red carpet runway.

And just what is the Cat Walk?

Marije a.k.a. Cat, a 27 years old from The Netherlands, is currently on San Pedro as a part of her “Catwalk around the World” project. While she is not a model, and is not a size zero, Marije has a mission. Her mission is to promote awareness to citizens from around the world of the enormous strength of body language and inspire human beings to follow their heart and use all venues available to make their dreams come true! It is her goal to do the catwalk in at least 20 countries. A red carpet carried by Marije serves as the catwalk. Every catwalk that she performs is being documented on camera. At the end of her mission – she hopes to take all the videos that she collects and convert them into a short movie, which she hopes to share with the world via YouTube. Tuesday's fun event was hosted by Dixie Bowen, who generously provided Belikins to those who attended.
In San Pedro, Marije has been hosted by the following individuals, Changes in Latitudes, Banana Beach Resort, Holiday Hotel and Moncho's Golf Cart rentals. Snorkeling was provided by Lil Alfonse.

With the help of individuals that she comes in contact with through her travels, she has been able to acquire assistance to help her finance her project. A very interesting way that individuals can assist in this cause is the “Give me a Challenge” method. This method invites viewers and friends of the cause to pose challenges to Marije and propose a payment amount for completing each challenge. When the challenge is completed, she is paid by the entity that poses the challenge. What’s very interesting is that Marije has linked up with the T.E.S.S. Foundation in Guatemala.

The Foundation T.E.S.S. Unlimited was founded by Tessa de Goede and serves to help children with cleft palates by providing finances for cosmetic plastic surgery to fix their smile, provides assistance to malnourished children and school children with “English language classes”. Upon accomplishing each challenge, Marije pledges to help T.E.S.S. Unlimited by donating 50% of the proceeds to the foundation and the remaining moneys is to further her travels and so forth for the catwalks around the world.

For further information on Marije and Catwalksaroundtheworld, kindly visit http://www.catwalksaroundtheworld.com where you can find information detailing her every stop and performance as well as pictures and videos and provide details about her journey.

Come one, come all!! Under-19 Championship Game

Everyone is invited to view the exciting CHAMPIONSHIP GAME between San Pedro FC and Brown Bombers this Sunday, August 15th, 2010 at the Ambergris Stadium. Starting at 1:30 pm, the boys will be facing off for the chance to bring the championship home. Show the boys some love and come over to support them as they fight for the trophy!!

Samir Itzab, Samuel Figuero, Rugerri Trejo, Franklin Orellana, Demar Valladarez, Daniel Gregorio, Carlos Juarez, Jashua Esquivel, Jesse Guerrero, Edwardo Cardona, Michael Franco, David Nah, Akeem Eiley, George Barrera, Steven Arnold, Alvin Orellana, Elvis Castellanos

SPHS graduate Sergio Reyes passes as a result of a traffic accident

Long time resident of San Pedro and graduate of the 2007 class of the San Pedro High School, 20-year-old Sergio Reyes, passed away early this morning after a three-day struggle for his life at the Karl Heusner Memorial Hospital. According to sources, this was a direct result of a car accident on the Northern Highway on Friday August 6th.

Sergio Reyes - Sunrise August 19, 1989 - Sunset August 9th, 2010 .

Radiothon held to assist the Family of Sergio Reyes

The family and friends of Sergio Reyes were at the Reef Radio studio this morning, soliciting funds to assist the family with covering hospital and funeral expenses. Every penny donated will be greatly appreciated. For more information and a chance to assist this family, you may contact any of the following individuals: Chele 621-6327, Chumbie 632-0898 and Eri 627-0350.

The San Pedro Sun extends sincerest condolences to the family and friends of Sergio...may he rest in peace.