Cayo Scoop! The Ecology of Cayo Culture
235.6K views | +0 today
Follow
Cayo Scoop!  The Ecology of Cayo Culture
All the positive news and events from Cayo, with a special focus on culture, past, present, and future.
Curated by Best of Cayo
Your new post is loading...
Your new post is loading...
Scoop.it!

Rotaract Paint & Sip

Rotaract Paint & Sip | Cayo Scoop!  The Ecology of Cayo Culture | Scoop.it

The Cayo Rotaract club is planning a Valentine's themed Paint & Sip for Saturday, February 3rd. It'll be held at CET, and they'll provide wine, the art supplies, and a charcuterie board. Call 610-4958 for more information.

No comment yet.
Scoop.it!

O.W.C 1st Inter-generational Expo

O.W.C 1st Inter-generational Expo | Cayo Scoop!  The Ecology of Cayo Culture | Scoop.it

The Octavia Waight Centre is having their 1st Inter-generational Expo on Friday, November 29th.  They'll have music, art, games, informational booths, and fun for everyone.  It starts at 9:00am.

 

"Save the date! The Octavia Waight Centre is initiating its' first Inter-generational Expo and invites you to be apart of this special event.

Come and enjoy fun activities for the family, There will be music, games, art exhibition, prizes and lot's more!

Booths by; The National Aids Commission who will be conducting free HIV testing, Galen University, University of Belize, The Belize Electricity Limited, Secondary Institutions, The Belize Brain Awareness Society, Belmopan Diabetes Association, National Council of Aging, Rotaract / Interact Club, and J.I.C.A.

All happening on November 29, 2019 from 9a.m. to 3p.m. at the Octavia Waight Auditorium 3 Carmelita Street, San Ignacio, Cayo.

ENTRANCE IS FREE. Mark the date and be there! It's an event you just don't want to miss."

No comment yet.
Scoop.it!

Rotaract Costume Competition 2018

Rotaract Costume Competition 2018 | Cayo Scoop!  The Ecology of Cayo Culture | Scoop.it

Pictures from the Rotaract 2018 costume competition and haunted house

 

"Our annual event took place on October 27th at Hodes Place."

No comment yet.
Scoop.it!

Belmopan Clean Up Campaign

Belmopan Clean Up Campaign | Cayo Scoop!  The Ecology of Cayo Culture | Scoop.it

Now that's teamwork!  Belmopan had a clean up campaign, and around 140 people came out to help.  Well done!

 

"Several organizations were contacted and today we had presence from, the Police Cadets, Rotaract, Scouts Bmp.YWAM, Las Flores Community, Girls Scouts, Road Warrior's Motorcycle Club and several citizens who chose to be a part of this annual event. (add other organizations I didn't mention)  There was tremendous support from the periphery communities, which was the emphasis of this event.  Residents of these areas in many cases took out their own water receptacles where aegis eagypti mosquito could lay their eggs and others welcomed our assistance in getting these receptacles out."

No comment yet.
Scoop.it!

Walk For A Green Cayo

Walk For A Green Cayo | Cayo Scoop!  The Ecology of Cayo Culture | Scoop.it

The Rotaractors from Cayo participated in this year's Walk for a Green Belize this morning.  It was a country-wide effort, and the statistics on how much trash was cleaned up should be out soon.  Thanks, Rotaractors!


"Rotaractors participated this morning Saturday, April 25th, 2015 in a clean-up campaign In commemoration of Earth Day 2015 together with Oceana Members and The Department of Environment.  The clean-up campaign consisted of the entire George Price Highway and Macal River in San Ignacio.  Thanks to all the amazing people who came out to inspire others and make a difference."

No comment yet.
Scoop.it!

Rotaract Bingo Sunday

Rotaract Bingo Sunday | Cayo Scoop!  The Ecology of Cayo Culture | Scoop.it

It's another Rotaract Bingo Sunday this evening.  Hode's is the spot to be for bingo, and you could win $500.

No comment yet.
Scoop.it!

Rotaract Intercitidina After Party

Rotaract Intercitidina After Party | Cayo Scoop!  The Ecology of Cayo Culture | Scoop.it

Rotaract is having their Intercitidina starting today, and tomorrow night they're having an after party at Meluchi's.

 

"Official Rotaract Intercitadina After Party happening this Saturday 1st February.  We always do it big.  Hypest Sounds in CAYO!  Lots of giveaways from Cuellos Distillery!  Prizes for Lap Dance competition & One Drop competition winners!  Don't Miss Out!  You know Rotaract always has the best parties!  Everyone is invited to Meluchi's."

No comment yet.
Scoop.it!

Rotaract Hosts Intercitidina 2014

Rotaract Hosts Intercitidina 2014 | Cayo Scoop!  The Ecology of Cayo Culture | Scoop.it

The Rotaract Club of San Ignacio is hosting this year's Intercitidina, where Rotaractors from all around Latin America are invited, at the end of the month.  They exchange ideas, have team building events, have a fundraising dinner, and even do a community service project.  If you are interested in joining Rotaract, they have their meeting's every Friday night at Hode's starting at 7:30pm. 

 

In related news, they are having a Bingo Sunday tomorrow night at Hode's at 6:30pm.

 

"Rotaract Club San Ignacio is pleased to host Intercitidina 2014.  It's going to be a fun-filled event for all Rotaractors! 
Date: January 31 - February 2, 2014
Conference Fee: $75 per person"

No comment yet.
Scoop.it!

Rotaract Yalbac Literacy Project

Rotaract Yalbac Literacy Project | Cayo Scoop!  The Ecology of Cayo Culture | Scoop.it

Feelgood news of the day.  Remember the awesome Rave at the Grave fundraiser the Rotaract Club had at the end of the Summer?  It was to raise funds to give school supplies to primary school kids that needed them.  They finally uploaded the pictures from the event.  They also loaded pictures from their Haunted House they had at Hode's.  Thanks, Rotaract, for brightening the lives of the kids in Cayo.

 

http://bit.ly/YalbacProject

http://bit.ly/HorrorHosue

No comment yet.
Scoop.it!

Roots Wraps and Smoothies Grand Opening

Roots Wraps and Smoothies Grand Opening | Cayo Scoop!  The Ecology of Cayo Culture | Scoop.it

Roots Wraps and Smoothies is having their grand opening on Saturday, November 2nd.  After a long Halloween Block Party on Burns, and a few hours of sleep, a smoothie will pick you back up, and get you ready for the Rotaract Haunted House at Hode's.  They deliver wraps and smoothies all around Cayo for lunch, and the menu is on their page.  They are located at 38 West street.  Have a great grand opening.

No comment yet.
Scoop.it!

Rotaract Macal River Clean up

Rotaract Macal River Clean up | Cayo Scoop!  The Ecology of Cayo Culture | Scoop.it

The Rotaract Club of San Ignacio had their Macal River Clean Up campaign.  This was just one part of the project, which also includes putting in garbage bins and signs to let people know that garbage looks better in the bins than in the rivers and parks.  Thanks, Rotaract!

 

"Check out the Full album at: http://bit.ly/CleanUpCampaign
 The Launch of our CleanUp Campaign took place Saturday, October 12th.  Where Members gathered to clean up Macal River Bank.  This is marked the start of the campaign.  Upcoming pieces of the project are: Setting up of garbage bins around and Placing of signs with Poster Ideas gathered at our Poster Competition: See Clean, See Green"

No comment yet.
Scoop.it!

Rotaract Bingo Sundays are Back

Rotaract Bingo Sundays are Back | Cayo Scoop!  The Ecology of Cayo Culture | Scoop.it

Rotaract is bringing their Bingo Sundays back.  They'll be having the next one this Sunday, at Hode's Place, starting at 6:30pm.  Good luck!

 

In related news, they've posted a few pictures from their Rave at the Grave fundraiser.  https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.515381478532659.1073741842.407382502665891

 

"We're reviving a tradition of the Rotaract Club San Ignacio. Join us for our first Bingo Sunday at Hodes Place in San Ignacio on August 18 at 6:30 p.m.

Proceeds from Bingo Sunday will be used for future community service projects like:
1. Adopt a Child Program
2. Mount Carmel Primary School: painting of benches at the Infant Division
3. Halloween Horror House (reviving another Rotaract tradition)
4. Christmas Toy Drive;
and many more.

Support our fundraising efforts. Bring out the entire family and have fun! "

No comment yet.
Scoop.it!

Rotaract's Rave at the Grave

Rotaract's Rave at the Grave | Cayo Scoop!  The Ecology of Cayo Culture | Scoop.it

Rotaract is having their Rave at the Grave fundraiser next Saturday, July 27th, at Meluchi's.  Proceeds will go towards their Adopt a Child program, where they help send kids to primary school.  D!rty Jok3s and Mistah Geeh will be providing the eclectic music through the night, and you'll be amazed when you see D!rty Jok3s perform live.

 

"We are raising funds to assist children in Yalbac Village by paying for their school fees, and providing them with school bags, and school utensils for the new school year.  SEND AN ENTIRE VILLAGE TO SCHOOL!"

No comment yet.
Scoop.it!

Dia de Los Muertos Costume Competition 2023

Dia de Los Muertos Costume Competition 2023 | Cayo Scoop!  The Ecology of Cayo Culture | Scoop.it

UPDATE - Cancelled due to inclement weather.  

 

The Cayo Rotaract Club has planned their Dia De Los Muertos Kid's Costume Competition for Saturday, November 4th. They'll have many great prizes and surprises throughout the night. It'll be at Hode's, and will start at 7pm.

 

'This year we are incorporating our Dia De Los Muertos tradition as we celebrate on November 4th at Hode's Place!
Bring out the entire family to enjoy a night of traditional fun while contributing to our community projects- see you there!'
No comment yet.
Scoop.it!

Youth Awards Winners 2018

Youth Awards Winners 2018 | Cayo Scoop!  The Ecology of Cayo Culture | Scoop.it

Congratulations to all the National Youth Awards winners!  Extremely positive role models for all the Belizean youth.  6 of the winners are from Cayo.

 

"Congratulations to all of our 2018 winners of this year’s Belize Youth Awards! 
The categories and winners are:

Youth in Sports MALE - James Bregal (Cayo)
Youth in Sports FEMALE - Jasmin Armstrong (Cayo)

Outstanding Youth in Visual Arts - David Smith (Cayo)

Youth Leadership & Advocacy - Kris Miller (Cayo)
Volunteerism/Community Service Award - Belmopan Youth Spiritual Program (Cayo)

Fellow in Youth Development Work Award- Belmopan Active Youths BAY (Cayo)
Environmental Award- Leon Dawson (Belize)
The Diversely Abled Award - Malik Young (Belize)
Outstanding Youth in Media - Xavissa Molina (Belize)
Youth Group Award - Rotaract Club of Belize (Belize)
Innovation - Belize High School Robotics Team (Belize)
Outstanding Young Musician- Musa Shaheed (Belize)

Youth in Enterprise Award - Arselito Sanchez (Orange Walk)
Academic Excellence Award - Shaniedi Chell (Orange Walk) 

Outstanding Religious Group - Emerging Generation (Orange Walk)"

No comment yet.
Scoop.it!

Clothing Drive for Guatemala Volcano Victims

Clothing Drive for Guatemala Volcano Victims | Cayo Scoop!  The Ecology of Cayo Culture | Scoop.it

A clothing drive is being orchestrated by the Cayo Rotaract club to help the victims of the volcano eruption.  You can drop off at Neyelli's, Carillo Puerto, and this Saturday at the market.  

 

"The Rotoract Club of San Ignacio is asking for your kind support as we try to aid our neighboring country Guatemala. As you may know the Volcanic eruption has left many in dire need of support.

 

Clothing donations would be appreciated in this time of need. We are asking that you help us, help them."

No comment yet.
Scoop.it!

Rotaract Fill-a-Backpack

Rotaract Fill-a-Backpack | Cayo Scoop!  The Ecology of Cayo Culture | Scoop.it

The Rotaract Club of Benque is in the middle of their 2nd annual Fill-a-Backpack school supply drive.  They are collecting school supplies of all kinds, even supplies for the teachers.  If you can help in any way, contact them at 623-7740.  Thanks, Rotaract! 


"You can also deposit your monetary donation at our Belize Bank account 650-1-1-26073. Help us send a child to school!"

No comment yet.
Scoop.it!

Rotaract Adopt a Village Program

Rotaract Adopt a Village Program | Cayo Scoop!  The Ecology of Cayo Culture | Scoop.it

Feelgood news of the day.  The Rotaract Club of San Ignacio continued their Adopt a Village campaign, and paid tuition and donated school bags to the students of the Yalbac village.  Thanks, Rotaract! 


"On August 31st, 2014 Rotaract Club San Ignacio delivered backpacks and paid tuition for the students of Yalbac Village. It was a rewarding and life-changing experience."

No comment yet.
Scoop.it!

Rotaract Bingo Night

Rotaract Bingo Night | Cayo Scoop!  The Ecology of Cayo Culture | Scoop.it

Rotaract is celebrating Rotaract Week, and having their Bingo Night this evening at Hode's.  This jackpot is set at $500 tonight.  Happy birthday, Rotaract!


"Bingo Night!!!
Rotaract Club of San Ignacio invites you all to our Bingo Sunday at Hodes Place in San Ignacio on March 16nd at 5:00p.m.
JACKPOT AT $500.!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Proceeds from Bingo Sunday will be used for future Community Service Projects.  Support our fundraising efforts. Bring out the entire family and have fun!
"


No comment yet.
Scoop.it!

Rotaract Bingo Sunday

Rotaract Bingo Sunday | Cayo Scoop!  The Ecology of Cayo Culture | Scoop.it

Rotaract is having their famous Bingo Sunday tonight at Hode's.  The jackpot is $500.

 

"BINGO TODAY!!!  $500 JACKPOT!  Sunday 19th January at 6:30pm Hode's Place Come Have FUN and support Rotaract Club of San Ignacio!!"

No comment yet.
Scoop.it!

Rotaract Christmas Toy Drive

Rotaract Christmas Toy Drive | Cayo Scoop!  The Ecology of Cayo Culture | Scoop.it

Rotaract is having their Christmas Toy Drive and raffle today at Hode's.  They festivities start at 2:00pm, and the raffle is at 4:00. 

 

"We, the Rotaract Club, are having our annual toy drive where we are inviting some deserving children and giving them gifts this Xmas.  If you would like to donate or buy a raffle ticket contact me at 6041802 or send us a message via Facebook and we will go to you.  Thanks for making some less fortunate kids very happy this Christmas!"

 

http://bestofcayo.com/calendar

 

No comment yet.
Scoop.it!

Rotaract Toy Drive

Rotaract Toy Drive | Cayo Scoop!  The Ecology of Cayo Culture | Scoop.it

Rotaract is having their 5th annual Toy Drive over the next month.  The big night is Saturday, December 21st, at Hode's.  They'll be putting drop-off boxes around, so if you want one, or can donate in any way, let them know.  Thanks, Rotaract!

 

"This Christmas season help us bring smiles to deserving children of San Ignacio/Santa Elena and surrounding communities!"

No comment yet.
Scoop.it!

Rotaract Resurrects Haunted House

Rotaract Resurrects Haunted House | Cayo Scoop!  The Ecology of Cayo Culture | Scoop.it

Rotaract is bringing back their haunted house this year, and it'll be on Saturday, November 2nd.  The festivities will once again be at Hode's, and will begin after the sun goes down.  There will also be a costume competition.

 

"The Rotaract Club of San Ignacio is Pleased to announce their Costume Competition and Horror House event...  Prices for Horror House: $2.00 anyone under 10, $3.00 for anyone above 10.  Costume competition entrance: FREE!"

 

http://bestofcayo.com/calendar

 

No comment yet.
Scoop.it!

Rotaract See Clean See Green Art Competition

Rotaract See Clean See Green Art Competition | Cayo Scoop!  The Ecology of Cayo Culture | Scoop.it

Rotaract announced the winners of their See Clean See Green art competition last night at the Cayo Welcome Center.  They also had a bake sale fundraiser.  This morning, they did their Clean Up Campaign along the Macal river.

 

"The Rotaract Club San Ignacio had their See Green See Clean art contest winners announced at the Cayo Welcome Center last night.  They also had a bake sale, and the pastries were delicious.  D Catch was happening, as always, and their combo ceviche, with octopus, shrimp, and conch, can't be beat."

 

Pictures on G+.  https://plus.google.com/photos/111893827758236733999/albums/5933967898340979761

No comment yet.
Scoop.it!

D!rty Jok3s Performing Tonight

D!rty Jok3s Performing Tonight | Cayo Scoop!  The Ecology of Cayo Culture | Scoop.it

D!rty Jok3s will be performing tonight at the Rave at the Grave.  Meluchi's is the spot to be, and the event is a fundraiser for Rotaract's Adopt a Child program.  D!rty Jok3s has performed Dub Step at Meluchi's before, and after you see him perform, you'll be awaiting his next performance.  See you tonight!

 

"We are raising funds to assist primary school students from Yalbac by paying for their school fees, and providing them with school bags and supplies for the new school year.

SUPPORT OUR EVENT AND SEND AN ENTIRE VILLAGE TO SCHOOL!"

 

No comment yet.