Arts & Culture
SPDC Honors Mothers with Colorful Evening of Dance
The San Pedro Dance Company (SPDC) hosted a vibrant Mother’s Day event on Sunday, May 10, 2026, at the Angel Nuñez Auditorium starting at 5PM. Families filled the venue to celebrate mothers through a lineup of energetic dance performances by SPDC’s young dancers.
Community and Society
San Pedro Celebrates Mothers as Manuelita Marin Named Mother of the Year 2026
The San Pedro Town Council (SPTC) celebrated mothers in grand style on Saturday, May 9th, at its annual Mother’s Day extravaganza held at the Saca Chispas Field. The evening featured live entertainment, games, karaoke, gifts, and heartfelt recognition, including crowning Manuelita Marin as Mother of the Year 2026. Families gathered for the festive event honoring the important role mothers play in the community.
Community and Society
Kentucky Derby Fundraiser Delivers Record Support for SAGA
Someplace South Café Bar in San Pedro hosted its 5th Annual Kentucky Derby Fundraiser for the SAGA Humane Society on Saturday, May 2nd, from 12PM to 6PM. The event drew a strong turnout of community members who gathered for food, drinks, live music, and a series of fun contests, all in support of animal welfare on Ambergris Caye.
Community and Society
DOE partners with Caye Caulker Village Liquor License Board to manage noise pollution
The Department of the Environment (DOE) has been partnering with municipalities nationwide to enhance noise abatement efforts. Continuing this mandate, the DOE team in San Pedro recently partnered with the Caye Caulker Liquor License Board to help address noise pollution concerns in the island community.
Community and Society
WWF Mesoamerica Marks 40 Years of Conservation Achievements
WWF Mesoamerica (World Wide Fund for Nature) celebrated four decades of conservation work in Central America with a special anniversary event on April 29th in Belize City. The milestone highlighted the organization’s environmental efforts across the region, including Belize, and formed part of a series of celebrations also taking place in Honduras and Guatemala.
Community and Society
Drainage for Newly Paved Streets Underway
Road upgrades continued across San Pedro Town, Ambergris Caye, bringing major infrastructure improvements to key arteries in several subdivisions, including Marina Drive and the southern road. While concrete street paving has provided relief to commuters who previously dealt with deteriorating road conditions, concerns remain about the lack of proper drainage systems in some newly paved areas.
Community and Society
Nigel Belisle Elected Lions Regional Chairperson for Belize
Nigel Belisle of the San Pedro Lions Club has been elected as the new Regional Chairperson for Lions Clubs in Belize. The election followed a recent convention, with Belisle set to take office on July 1, 2026.
Arts & Culture
Isla Bonita Elementary Brings Belize’s Cultures to Life on Cultural Day
Isla Bonita Elementary School in San Pedro Town, Ambergris Caye, hosted its annual Cultural Day on April 30th, bringing together students, staff, and community members to celebrate Belize’s rich and diverse heritage. The vibrant event showcased nine distinct cultures and offered a hands-on learning experience focused on history, food, music, and traditions.
Community and Society
Our World Project brings real-life lessons to SPHS students
A group of first-form students from San Pedro High School (SPHS) participated in an educational workshop on April 29th, hosted by long-time island visitors Larry and Debbie Heimgartner. The session formed part of their Our World Project and featured a scripted play highlighting real-life issues relevant to San Pedro Town, Ambergris Caye. The script, titled “One Thought,” was developed by Larry Heimgartner in collaboration with SPHS counselor Alexis Guerrero, island resident Natasha Stuart, and members of the school’s staff and student body.
Community and Society
Tropic Air Joins Hand in Hand Ministries to Support Home-Building Program
Hand in Hand Ministries Belize has announced a new partnership with Tropic Air to support its ongoing home-building efforts across the country. The collaboration, shared on April 20th via the organization’s social media platforms, honors Tropic Air employee Franchesco Castañeda for his courage, selflessness, and commitment to the well-being of others during the April 2025 hijacking of a Tropic Air aircraft.
Community and Society
Belize Moves to Strengthen Health Safety Measures Across Tourism Sector
From April 13th to 15th, the Caribbean Public Health Agency (CARPHA), in collaboration with Belize’s Ministry of Health and Wellness (MOHW), conducted a series of activities to strengthen early warning surveillance systems and promote safer tourism practices. A five-member CARPHA team, led by Executive Director Dr. Lisa Indar, delivered advanced training in food safety, visitor-based and mass-gathering surveillance, and multisectoral partnerships in Belize City.