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They have a cool promo for the BVFB. This Saturday, the Crusaders and the Interstellars play first, and then the Queen B's play Mopan Tech. "Follow us at www.facebook.com/benquefemalebasketball All games are played at Deacon's Court on Saturday's every fortnight as of 7 PM." 
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Video of the Easter! Great video featuring the Semana Santa festivities in Benque Viejo. They show some alfombras, some of the Passion of the Christ re-enactment, and have some interviews. Well done, and worth a watch. Benque's got culture!
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The Rotaract Club of Benque worked with the local community to get school supplies and backpacks for local students. Thanks Rotaract! "This weekend our members embarked on our club's first major community service project. We delivered approximately 17 school bags to underprivileged children in Benque Viejo and San Jose Succotz. With the help of the primary schools who provided us with the names of the children, we assisted children from Mount Carmel Primary School & Howard Smith Nazarene School in Benque Viejo and San Jose Succotz RC School. During the course of this week, we will distribute more school bags & supplies to children from the Adventist School in Benque Viejo. "
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The Benque House of Culture is celebrating International Museum Day in style. The 'Golden Treasures of the Past' display will feature a collection of antiques while the 'Cheil Mayan Chocolate' display is all about chocolate, and you can taste Belize chocolate while learning the importance of it in Mayan culture. They'll also have Stone Tree Records there, so be prepared for some great entertainment. The festivities start at 9:00am. "Internation Museum Day at the Benque House of Culture (NICH) featuring the Chocolate Story & indigenous process & tasting with an antique collection " Treasures of the past" highlighting items of cultural value to Benque Viejo. Guest organization will be sharing vital information for an day of cultural learning and interaction."
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Belize's new Solid Waste Management Project has made Cayo cleaner. The SWMP is the reason Cayo has a great transfer station now on the way to Benque. "To this date, the project has resulted in the construction of a modern sanitary landfill at Mile 24 of the George Price Highway, Belize’s main highway connecting Belize City with the capital, Belmopan, and San Ignacio near the border with Guatemala. This new landfill, which began operations in August of 2013, is already benefitting the towns of Belize City, San Ignacio, Santa Elena and Benque Viejo. Dumpsites have been closed and replaced with transfer stations, from where solid waste is being transferred to the Mile 24 Sanitary Landfill."
Nicole Kearsch's curator insight,
September 29, 2014 1:27 PM
Not only is Belize working towards a better environment with the implementation of transfer stations instead of actual dumpsites on the island but it is working to keep the beauty of the islands intact. While the islands off Belize are quite close to the coral reefs the fact that there is garbage being burned here is scary. The effects that the smoke has on the reef are potentially endless. People see this too as they leave from snorkeling and vacationing and miss out on the view that is to be had. They also make note of the disgusting atmosphere that they were around while enjoying the sights on the island. 
Nicholas Patrie's curator insight,
December 17, 2014 7:42 PM
Glad to see that countries share ideas to help make them both better for the environment and better to live in. With landfills that were once dumps and turning them into places that recycle helps everyone who lives around there and makes it better for the long run in other countries.
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Feelgood news of the day. The Rotaract Club of San Ignacio had a painting project at Mount Carmel primary school. Cornerstone donated the paint. Thanks, Rotaract and Cornerstone! In related news, Rotaract is having a Grand Easter Raffle to raise money for a cancer patient's medical expenses. They have some nice prizes. "The Rotaract Club of San Ignacio embarked on a painting project at Mount Carmel Primary School in Benque Viejo Town on Saturday, March 15, 2014 in commemoration of World Rotaract Week 2014 celebrated March 10-16, 2014. The club painted concrete benches in the Infant Division around the children's playground and other areas that they utilize. The Cornerstone Foundation donated the paint towards this project in August 2013 but due to inclement weather late last year we had been unable to complete the project. Kudos to finally completing this project!"
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They had the groundbreaking for the new John Paul II Junior College. "A milestone for John Paul II JC and the community of Benque Viejo: Groundbreaking at our new campus on Saturday, February 22, at Chapel Hill. Our proud faculty and students at groundbreaking ceremonies with Bishop Dorick Wright"
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If you want a stall in the Benque Market, they are accepting applications. Contact the Benque Viejo Town Council for more information.
"Applications for Benque Market NOW AVAILABLE！
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The Benque House of Culture started celebrating their traditional Posadas yesterday. They'll continue through Christmas Eve. Merry Christmas!
They had fireworks too. https://www.facebook.com/BenqueHOC/posts/713823398641270
"Benque Viejo traditional Posadas/ Lodging of Mary & Joseph commenced today at the Benque House of Culture, with complete sponsorship of the Community commitment towards this Cultural Celebration... Posadas starts from the 15 of December to the 24th Christmas Eve..live the momentum of Posadas in Benque Viejo. For more information visit Benque House of Culture (NICH)"
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The Belize Postal Service has released a commemorative series of stamps to celebrate the centennial of the Pallottine Sisters coming to Belize. Cayo is depicted in one of them, as they are landing on the Macal River bank.
"On March 17, 1913, four German Pallottine Sisters challenged the boat ride from Belize City to San Ignacio where they landed on the banks of the Macal River. Their journey continued to Benque Viejo by horse and buggy, the only means of transportation in 1913. In Benque Viejo, the Pallottines planted the first seeds of evangelization, education, nursing, gardening, and home skills."
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Benque Viejo celebrated Independence Eve with a school rally this morning, and yesterday they celebrated National Service Day and National Colors Day in style.
"Benque Viejo observed its beautiful Independence School Rally earlier this morning ad a symbol of patriotism and love for Belize."
Pictures from National Service Day and National Colors Day: https://www.facebook.com/BenqueViejoDelCarmen/posts/227635004059230
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Positive thought of the day. Creativity Costs Less Than Alcohol. A quick video of Benque's mural from a while back, taken as they were doing another mural project. Thanks, Jose!
"Jose Guerra Awe returns to the streets of the western towns of Benque Viejo del Carmen and San Ignacio in the Cayo District of Belize from his new home in San Francisco, California to continue inspiring a new generation of young artists - for now.....murals! With Jo Jo, you never know what's next!!"
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DJ Memo is having his birthday bash at Hallows Place tonight. Happy birthday DJ! In related news, Hallows Place is having a huge August with great events most every Saturday, including their Summer Reply next week, and their Rock and Rave concert on the 24th.
Its time for the official DJ Memo Pacheco bday bash !!! like we promised we gona do it big !! something new -- LIVE PERFORMANCE BY TapRick Di Sheriff !!! 1st time
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The Benque Viejo Town Council posted lots of great pictures of the sawdust tapestries and the Passion of the Christ re-enactment. They have a nice webpage where they post pictures and information.
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A big thanks to 4 the World, who put together self defense training classes for kids, which took place in Calla Creek. Looks like they had some fun, and learned some good techniques too. They also had their Yoga Workshop at the Benque HoC. "Self Defense Training for kids in Cayo was a lot of fun thanks to Katie Myers and crew. Our volunteers were eager to work with these great kids in Benque Viejo and Calla Creek Village."
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The Department of Youth Services had a Leadership Discussion at Mount Carmel last week with the standard 6 students. The made a short video of the event. Thanks, DYS! "Blessed to have facilitated the leadership activities and discussion at Mount Carmel Primary School... On Wednesday, May 21, 2014 the Department of Youth Services in Benque Viejo Del Carmen conducted a leadership discussion through interactive games at Mount Carmel Primary School with the standard six students. Thank you for the warm welcome and full participation of the students throughout the course of the day. It was great spending time with such wonderful students."
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Some powerful pictures from the Passion of the Christ re-enactment procession which went through Benque last week. "Benque Viejo Passion Play images. Not much to say, images speak for themselves. Beautifully created, well directed, passionately acted.... gets better every year. Please feel free to share and tag someone you know. Photography courtesy Subrata Basu."
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The Department of Youth Services is having their Cayo BNYC consultation next Thursday, April 10th, at CET, starting at 9:00am. They have a video out that explains more, and where to catch the buses to the event. "Please be informed that the Department of Youth Services (DYS) is presently working towards the establishment of the National Youth Council of Belize; a representative youth body that will serve as a platform for youth voices to be heard and will append to the development of Belize through the execution of youth lead programs... Transportation is being provide for the youth coming from Belmopan and Benque Viejo and surrounding areas who wish to participate and give their input at the consultation."
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The 20,000 Strong rally for Women's rights is tomorrow, and while it's not being held in Cayo, it certainly affects it. They are having transport from all major towns for the event. Happy Women's and Children's month! "BUS INFORMATION FOR BELMOPAN, SAN IGNACIO/SANTA ELENA AND BENQUE VIEJO!"
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The Belmopan Bandits, who are playing the championship game tomorrow against FC Belize, have gotten a theme song. It's catchy, and you're sure to hear it tomorrow at the game at the FFB Stadium. Tickets are now on sale. Go Bandits!
"TICKETS for the GRAND FINALE CHAMPIONSHIP Game between Belmopan Bandits and FC Belize goes on sale tomorrow morning at 8am at Hyde's Mini-Mart at the Market Square and Chuc's Service Station on the Benque Viejo Road in San Ignacio. PRICE: $20. Ticket Booth at the FFB Stadium opens at 12 noon on Game Day for the sale of Tickets!!!"
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Benque is in the middle of their Posadas celebrations. They will continue through Christmas Eve.
https://www.facebook.com/BenqueViejoDelCarmen/posts/258824814273582
"Day 5 of the traditional Posadas Celebration in Benque Viejo this will lead into the Eve of the 24 of December, we have 4 more days to go along ... live the momentum of the Posadas Celebration in our dear Benque Viejo Del Carmen"
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Feelgood news of the day. The San Ignacio branch of the Belize Cancer Society had a very successful Cancer Walk, and they have the pictures to prove it.
"On Saturday, November 2nd, 2013 our branch had its first Cancer Walk. It was beautifully attended and the support of the community and local businesses was incredible. We are extremely thankful to Windy Hills Resort, San Ignacio Hotel, Belize Electric Company Ltd., Santiago Castillo Ltd., Oasis of Blessings Church, Ms. Dolores Balona and Bowen and Bowen Ltd. for providing snacks and drinks to our walkers. To Guerra's Bus Service for generously picking up and taking back walkers starting from Benque Viejo del Carmen Town. To the San Ignacio Police Department for lending us their support and participating in the walk as well. To Sacred Hear Jr. College for dressing in "Pink" and supporting the Breast Cancer Pink Movement. And last but not least to the dynamic, hard-working committee of the Belize Cancer Society - San Ignacio Branch - we did great but as we all know our work is just beginning!!"
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Congratulations to Alberto Contreras for being awarded the Meritorious Service Award! Once again, it's well deserved.
"Alberto Rafael Contreras was born in Benque Viejo Del Carmen on January 16, 1939. He attended St. Joseph School, now Mount Carmel Primary School. Always passionate about the development of his home town, Alberto entered politics under the United Democratic Party in 1978 and served as a member of the Benque Viejo Town Board and served as mayor of Benque Viejo from 1984 to 1986. But his mark on Belizean history goes beyond politics. He coached the Mount Carmel School football team from 1970 to 1995 and led them to many victories. The Verdes Football Club was born in 1980 and Rafael would be known to play a significant role in its success. Verdes represented Belize at the CONCACAF stage several times."
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The Benque House of Culture will be launching their next exhibit tomorrow, September 6th, at 7:00pm. The exhibit will focus on six people that contributed to the development of Benque over the years. Benque is the new tourism spot in Belize since it's known for its unique culture and history. The Benque HoC is also celebrating it's 12th anniversary. Congratulations!
"Join us as we unveil the Exhibition 'Contributors to the development of Benque,' come and learn how, and what has molded this community in the early years of our beloved Benque Viejo. 6 Distinguished personalities will be highlighted in this 1st edition"
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The King of the Hills cycling race is this Sunday in Cayo. It starts and ends at the Cayo Welcome Center, with the route being a big lap that riders will do 15 times.
"The Belize Cycling Association Riders and Weekend Warriors invite one and all to this mega cycling event in San Ignacio!
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