Winter Winds

It actually is a bit cold this morning.  A bit rainy also, although the radar, which is working today, shows clear skies heading in.  The christmas winds are apparently stuck here and it is a good idea to bring something with sleeves when you go out at night. 

 

Bananas is opening "Afterglow", upstairs.  They are opening on February 2 and will have sunset cocktails every Thursday, Friday and Saturday, 5-8pm, although the shut down time is somewhat flexible.  The second floor of Bananas is a cool spot to watch the water in Esperanza harbor and the goings on along the Malecon. 

 

The Humane Society Garage Sale Store in  Isabel is having at 25% off sale on all clothing this Saturday the 28th, 10-3pm.  The store has received some great clothing donations.  Stop in and find something with a label for short money and feed an animal or two at the same time.  Kudos to Karen for all her hard work in setting up and running the sale. 

 

There has been some communication from visitors regarding petty crime at Blue Beach.  Yes, we have it and no, it probably won't stop.  As in any tourist area, there is petty crime.  The best way to protect yourself is to be a smart tourist.  The thieves want cash, so bring an emergency $20 and stick it somewhere.  Use it as a bookmark or put it inside your beer koozie.  Bring one credit card and do the same thing. Make a copy of your driver's license to bring with you.  The police here are understanding about this, and will just ask you to produce the original later.  (or you can buy  waterproof containers at Trade Winds gift shop).  Grab a disposable camera for those beach trips where you will be snorkeling.  Do not bring things like all your credit cards, passports, airline tickets, etc.  The thieves don't want that stuff, but if it is in your bag, they will grab it.  Although chances are pretty good you will find it with all those things still inside, avoid the stress of having to search through the underbrush.  About the bag.....empty it.  Put your phone in the pocket of your chair, or inside a magazine, put sunscreen, hats, etc on your towel.  Thieves want something easy and quick to grab. If your stuff is loose it is harder to snatch and grab.   

 

The Historical Society and Conservation Trust is having its annual dinner on Wednesday, February 8 at El Quenepo.  For reservations call the Trust  at 787-741-8850.  This is a good time and for a great cause, not to mention that the food will be awesome.

 

JC