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Need information on David Panama or just frustrated with finding what you want? Then this downloadable Ebook is for you. This book has been created to help you find what you are looking for. This edition has just been updated. The interactive Google Maps inside the book are constantly being updated so you can always find the locations to new restaurants, hotels, government offices, and more. This handy small reference book is something you will use again and again. Whether you are a tourist or a seasoned resident, this will come in handy. You can download the Kindle app to look at this and all E-books on your phone or PC for free at #Free Kindle Download. Then head over to my Amazon E-book, Getting Familiar With David Panama, A Guide and grab a copy.

2017 was a rewarding year for us as we found permanent homes for 35 animals. What an amazing success! Each of these animals came to us with a story of homelessness, illness, abuse, or neglect and with the community’s support we have been able to rewrite their tales with happy endings. Our future looks bright and we are excited to bring you new and exciting fundraising events this year. Look for upcoming announcements detailing our 1k Fun Run, Wine Tasting Gala and more. From all the volunteers at ARF, Happy New Year! December Finances December income totaled $3366.21 and expenses were $1648.85. ARF Coupon Book Fundraiser Coupon books are still for sale. Contact ARF or any ARF volunteer and buy yours for $25. There are many food and drink discounts for local restaurants, free hotel nights, discounts on computer repairs, classes and tours and much, much more! Coupons are valid through 2018. Thank you to all the businesses who participated in our inaugural coupon book and to those who have purchased them. We already have vendors asking about participating next year so we look forward to this fundraiser growing in value! Featured Animal Meet Bobby. He is about two years old and a handsome little guy. He is a very sweet and social dog and loves to be close to his human. Bobby was rescued, along with his mom and 5 siblings from the Palo Alto area from a man who was threatening to poison all of them if they were not removed from the area. Bobby gets on well with cats and other dogs. We would like nothing more than to say goodbye to Bobby knowing he’s found a forever home. Come and meet Bobby and his friends at the Tuesday market The Issue of Euthanasia When we sent out our survey a couple of months ago, we received some feedback which we were not expecting. There were some who felt that ARF spends too much money on medical care for animals and others who argued that providing medical care for severely ill or injured animals is cruel. In the US and many other countries, people make the decision to euthanize their pets for health, behavioral and monetary reasons regardless of the viability of the animal. This, combined with the millions of shelter animals who are euthanized each year, has created a social and ethical issue with people on both sides wanting the best for the welfare of the animals but holding vastly different views about how to make that happen. The difference for animals here in Panama is that it is very difficult to have an animal euthanized unless it is suffering from an incurable or extremely painful illness or injury or if the animal has a disease which could cause a public health issue. Veterinarians are hesitant to euthanize animals that have a chance of recovery and who could go on to live a full life. While ARF has had to have animals euthanized, it has been rare. It is a decision that we do not make lightly and is made together with the attending veterinarian. While many of the first pictures of the animals we post are alarming, the majority of these animals are suffering from easily manageable conditions such as malnutrition, parasites, and skin funguses. Some suffer from more serious, but treatable illnesses such as tick fever. We see a few injuries from vehicles and some from abuse, but the vast majority of these issues are treatable and euthanasia would not be an option for these animals in Panama. Most of the animals that pass through our care make unbelievable transformations in just a few weeks with the appropriate food, parasitic medicines and fungal baths. We appreciate the comments we received and are glad to have the opportunity to be able to add some clarity. As always, if you have questions or concerns about the animals in our care, we encourage you to contact us at arf.boquete@gmail.com ARF is the only community based, all-volunteer, non-profit animal rescue organization in the Boquete Panama area. Our Mission is to provide for the well-being of all companion animals, rescued, abused, and injured. Providing medical treatment as needed and finding lifelong loving homes through adoptions and to promote the animal/human bond through community outreach. ARF is dedicated to ensuring animal abuse, neglect and suffering is reduced and or eradicated through raising the public awareness through action, education and advocacy.

Panama, The Musical Trip - Feb. 8, 2018 to Feb. 9, 2018 This play “Panama, The Musical” is the talk of the town. “A Love Story with a Roaring Twenties Twist – think Moulin Rouge meets the West Side Story on the Panama Canal”. This play is in English. We could not let this amazing play pass by without making it possible for a group of people from Boquete to go see it. We have made it very affordable and added a lot of perks to make it a memorable trip. Itinerary: Thursday, February 8th we will leave Boquete at 8am and take our private tour bus to Panama City. Our bus trips are anything but dull. We will offer you continental breakfast on the bus..coffee, pastries and delicious mimosas! Water, red and white wine will also be available. After a couple of necessary stops, including lunch in Santiago, we will arrive at the Wyndham Panama Albrook Mall Hotel where we will be staying for the night. After you have had a chance to settle in, we will be hosting a “Pre Musical Welcome reception” at the hotel with food, coffee and tea, before we go over to the theater to see the 8:30pm evening performance of “Panama, the Musical”. We have blocked “Gold, center stage” seats especially for our group. We have assigned seats and will all be sitting together. After the show, our bus will take us back to the hotel where you can crash for the night, or go for a nightcap to their lounge. The next morning you can enjoy a delicious buffet breakfast. The hotel is connected to the Albrook Mall where you will be able to do some shopping before our departure at 12:30pm. If shopping is not what you are interested in you can go into Panama City to do whatever you want. Our bus will depart from the hotel at 12:30 pm. Again we will be making necessary stops along the way for your comfort. A scheduled stop for a food break will be in Santiago. Price is $250. “per person”. Based on double occupancy. This price includes: Round trip bus, 1 nights stay at the Wyndham Panama Albrook Mall Hotel, Pre musical Welcome Reception at the hotel, Gold Center Stage seats in the theater, full buffet breakfast, some free time in Panama City, and a wonderful trip to remember. Space is limited. Minimum 36 people, maximum 40 people. This bus will fill up very fast…so contact us ASAP to reserve your space. Contact Linda Hart – lhart249@hotmail.com or Judith Tovar – easytravel@cwpanama.net

10:30 in the BCP Theater Tuesday, January 9 – Judi Smith is the owner of the International Clinic of Biological Regeneration (www.icbr.com). She practices Cell Therapy, an anti-aging treatment, developed by Dr. Paul Niehans. Judi has clinics in Nassau, Tiajuana, and Cancun. Cell therapy results in Increased energy, improved immune system, regained skin elasticity balanced hormones, improved memory, increased motivation, and reinvigorated metabolism. There is FREE ADMISSION to this talk. Tuesday, January 16 – Panama, The Musical. Rob Brown, executive producer and co-writer of the first musical written about Panama since Panama Hattie will present “How to make a musical in 6,340 easy steps”. He will have two short videos and some rehearsal shots. Possibly one of the performers will attend to do a snippet from the show. The show will have its world premier on February 1 in the Ateneo Theater in Panama City before moving onto the international stage. The story takes place in the Canal Zone in 1927. Information on ticket sales and investment opportunities will be presented. Tuesday, January 23 – Boquete resident Dr. Ted Harrison will talk about the research project which he and local volunteers did last spring. The study was about determining the day-to-day variation in people’s platelet counts. He’ll show the results; explain what they mean; and tell you why they’re significant to your personal health. He’ll discuss how this pertains particularly to people with arthritis and how this knowledge may help cure their disease. Tuesday, January 30 – Sandra and Lloyd Cripe on “Birding as a hobby.” Tuesday, February 6 – Yira De Alvarado will speak about her work with Nutre Hogar of Chiriqui. Phil McGuigan, head of Amigos de Boquete will introduce Yira. Nutre Hogar is a private organization created in 1988 by Monsignor Romulo Emiliani and a group of volunteers, in order to recover and prevent severe malnutrition of children of the most impoverished communities of our country. Nutre Hogar Chiriqui is a non-profit organization that treats 40 severely malnourished children who are transferred from Hospital Materno Infantil Jose Domingo De Obaldia. They attend to the children’s needs with medicine, dietary supplements, education, and MUCH LOVE. To give you an understanding of the scope of this Mission, they need $25,000.00 per month to maintain operations. The presentation will be filmed by TV Chiriqui. We will organize a bus trip to see this amazing facility. http://nutrehogar.org/ Tuesday, February 13 – Glenn Davis, author, lecturer, historian, and Boquete resident. Glenn has been a professor at Rice U. (history), Blinn College (journalism) and Texas A&M (international studies). He is the author of 4 books available on Amazon.com and three other books published in Blues Festival, Glen will speak on the latest book he is writing titled Blood on the Cotton, about the history of the blues in Texas. This presentation is an analysis of the origin of the blues, which started in Texas and Mississippi (most people think about only the latter). It focuses on the blues pioneers in Texas and how they influenced other forms of music, such as rock and roll. It also will show clips from the Internet on early blues performances. Tuesday, February 20 -- Come and learn basic survival command (questions and answers) in Spanish from U.S. Warden Hank Landis. Survival/command phrases will cover topics of: health, security, and personal needs. Tuesday, February 27 -- Volcan Baru’s Eruptions and Aftermath - A Geologist’s Observations and Suggestions for the Future. Volcan Baru, even as a “dead" volcano, looms ominously on our western horizon. When will it erupt and what are the real dangers? Dr. Paul Myers retired geology professor (University of Wisconsin, 1968-1997), with considerable volcano experience, will review recent studies which accurately describe Baru’s long, unique history, and enumerate its most probable hazards. He will close with suggestions for mitigating the deadliest effects of a Baru eruption. Dr. Myers will distribute hand-outs and solicit volunteers to study the geology of Volcan Baru and the Boquete region. Tuesday, March 6 – Evander Smart, Founder of Bitcoin University, presents “How Bitcoin Changed The Future of Money Forever.” If you are new to Bitcoin, and maybe want to get started using what many are calling "The Future of Money,", Evander can help you get started quickly and easily. He’ll go over what Bitcoin has done for the world in its short history, its unique value proposition, and why anyone with an internet connection should start using it ASAP. He looks forward to answering any Bitcoin questions you may have. Tuesday, March 27 –The folklorica dance group Conjunto de proyeccion fololorica from Hospital Domingo de Obaldia will perform. The troupe is.led by Dr. Efraim Rios. To suggest a speaker or topic for these meetings please email BCP Tuesday Meeting To become a vendor at the Tuesday market, Facility Manager

There is a gentleman in Regional Hospital who needs blood to have surgery. They will take O positive or A positive donors, if you are under age 65, and been in Panama for at least 6 months. We will have Irma from Keep it Simple Panama help you through the process. If you can donate Saturday, Sunday, or Monday morning, please call 6693-5005 Charlotte Lintz, blood donor coordinator for Hospice & Health Foundation of Boquete. Charlotte From almost Paradise 6693-5005

"The Clubhouse" in the BCP Hex Room is now open, and food and drinks - including popcorn - are available for purchase. ------------------------------ We don't charge admission, but we do ask for donations to support BCP and the Film Club program. January 7 - A Ghost Story (USA - 2017) January 14 - Rumble: The [American] Indians Who Rocked the World (USA - 2017) January 21 - Everything is Illuminated (USA - 2005) January 28 - Amargosa (2000) ---------------------------------- Sunday, January 7 @ 1:00pm - A Ghost Story (USA - 2017) 1 hour, 32 minutes - Rated "R" Starring Academy Award winner Casey Afleck, Rooney Mara Ratings: 6.9 - IMDB, 90% - Rotten Tomatoes, 4/4 - Roger Ebert We begin 2018 with "A Ghost story," which was one of 2017's top-rated independent films. It is yet another insightful and though-provoking movie like many others we have screened for the Sunday Matinee Movies at BCP. David Rooney of The Hollywood Reporter also gave the film a positive review, writing: "A poetic meditation on time, memory and spiritual connection that is utterly true to its title. From RogerEbert com: I rarely see a movie so original that I want to tell people to just see it without reading any reviews beforehand, including my own. David Lowery’s “A Ghost Story” is one of those movies. So I’m urging you in the first paragraph of this review to just see it and save this review for later. If you want more information, read on. There are no spoiler warnings after this because as far as I’m concerned, everything I could say about this film would constitute a spoiler. This tale of a man who dies young and lingers around the property where he and his wife once lived is bound to be one of the most divisive films of the year. I didn’t know anything about it going in, except that its main character was a person who dies and spends the rest of the movie walking around mute, wearing a white sheet with eyeholes cut out of it. The film is a ghost story, in the sense that there’s a ghost in it, but it’s also many other things: a love story, a science fiction-inflected story about time travel and time loops, and a story about loneliness and denial, and the ephemeral nature of the flesh, and the anxiousness that comes from contemplating the end of consciousness (provided there’s no life after death—and what if there isn’t?). Link to trailer Note: If you want to be added to - or removed from - our email list, reply to BoqueteFilmClub@gmail.com.)

Saturday, January 6 - 1:00 pm Saturday, January 6 - 1:00 pm

Good morning!! We hope you are doing well. I would like to inform you that on January 29, 30 & 31 We will be doing an open house!!! This is for people who needs hearing aids...We will be doing a hearing test to check in what frequencies does the person have the problem. A sales representative of Resound will be providing hearing aids so people can test them as well. We will give them a quote and we will have discounts or promotions in the latest models of hearing aids... The owner of the company Dra. Michelle Couture-Souvenir Audiologist with more than 15 years of experience in hearing aids will be with us!!! this is an event that we do only once a year!!! Please call if you need an appointment or assistance to HEAR 4 U telephones: 775-2603, 777-8022 or whatsApp 6378-3550. We are in the tower of HOSPITAL CHIRIQUÍ offices # 305 & 306. Third floor. Regards, Licda. ISABEL BATISTA FERNÁNDEZ OFFICE MANAGER Hear 4 U, Inc., S.A. Hospital Chiriquí #305 Y #306 Ave. 3ra y Calle Central David, Chiriquí, Rep. de Panamá Phone: (507)-777-8022 O 775-2603 Fax: Fax: 305-247-8228 Cel.: (507)-6659-4636 Email: Hear4upanama@hotmail.com www.hear4upanama.com

GIANT FLEA MARKET Sunday, 10-1 at Chiriqui Storage. About 75 vendors selling everything (sometimes even the kitchen sink) Free admission; free parking Have lunch while shopping -- Penny's hotdogs are still only a buck !! Always lots of household goods, tools, appliances, sporting equipment, clothing, jewelry, etc, etc, etc. Chiriqui Storage is located 1.5 km north of the Terpel station in Dolega. Right on the main David-Boquete Road.

Update: A raffle has been added to this event! Your chance to win a ticket to the BJBF Garden Party at Finca Lerida on Feb.22, with the wonderful Maria Rivas, Malamanya, and Dwayne Dopsie&The Zydeco Hellraisers performing! Additional prize: Win a true collectors item: A brandnew BJBF2018 festival tile! Tickets for the event are available at Mailboxes ETC. and at the Inside Panama office opposite from Big Daddy's restaurant.

Update: A raffle has been added to this event! Your chance to win a ticket to the BJBF Garden Party at Finca Lerida on Feb.22, with the wonderful Maria Rivas, Malamanya, and Dwayne Dopsie&The Zydeco Hellraisers performing! Additional prize: Win a true collectors item: A brandnew BJBF2018 festival tile! Tickets for the event are available at Mailboxes ETC. and at the Inside Panama office opposite from Big Daddy's restaurant.

View this email in your browser La Biblioteca de Boquete se complace en presentar a nuestro distinguido público diferentes actividades para el mes de enero: Exhibición de arte, obra de teatro y presentación de libro infantil. ¡Les esperamos! The Library of Boquete kindly invite our distingued friends to discover the activities proposed for the month of january: Art exhibition, theater and children's book presentation. Welcome! Lunes, 08 de enero, 10:00 a.m. Monday, january 08, 10:00 a.m. Copyright © 2018 Biblioteca de Boquete, All rights reserved. You are receiving this email because you opted at Fundación Biblioteca de Boquete Our mailing address is: Biblioteca de Boquete Calle Principal Bajo Boquete Boquete Panama

Dalis at Chiriqui Storage Flea Market on Sunday & Mana Friday On Sunday I will be at the Chiriqui Storage Flea Market, 10 AM-1 PM. Friday I will be at Restaurante Mana, in Volcan, from 8-11 AM with: NEW APPLE PECAN CAKE $2.50 and BANANA PUDDING $1.50 Super Chocolate Walnut Brownies $2.00 Frozen Panang Chicken & Chili con Carne are both $4. Raisin Spice & Candied Fruit bars are 0.50 or 5 for $2. Chocolate Bars are 0.75 or 3 for $2. Walnut or Almond Banana Breads are $3.50. Honey Whole Wheat Bread big loaf is $4 & mini loaves are $1.50. At both events I will have: Organic Tumeric--We have so much that we are dropping the price to $5.00/lb. Organic Ginger $2/lb. Trees: (G is for grafted tree, all are organic) $2: Cacao, Lychee, Limoncillo(good for fences & windbreak), Mulberries, Borojo, & Mamon Chino $4: Carambola $5: Taiwanese Guava, Araza $6: Mangostin $8: Valencia Oranges(G), Persa Lemons(G), Pink Grapefruit(G), Tangerines(G) $12: Kaffir Lime Trees, Butter Avocado(G) Flowers: $5: Shooting Star Shrub, Clerodendrum Minahassae, Red Cascade Miniature Climbing Roses $6: Mock Orange, Yesterday Today & Tomorrow $7: Bougainvilleas – a variety of colors, Downy Jasmine, Hibiscus, Azaleas $8: Roses $10: Honeysuckle Colorful Leaf Plants: $5: Crotons Herbs: $2: Italian Oregano & Basil, Mint, Rosemary, Sage, Thyme. Stevia Plants can be reserved by calling me at 6914-4280, or email donwiththemonkeys@ yahoo.

Para los amantes de las grandes películas / For lovers of great movies Lenguaje original y subtítulos / Original language and subtitles Entrada libre / Free entrance Sin consumo mínimo / No mínimum charge Vea la programación aquí / See the calendar here: Gran Cine Chiriqui / Grand cinema Chiriqui Lugar: Bar El Risco, Hacienda Los Molinos Boutique Hotel Hora: 18:00 Fechas: Martes 2018-01-23 CHINATOWN: Drama, Misterio, Suspenso / Drama, Mystery, Thriller Un detective privado contratado para exponer a un adúltero se encuentra atrapado en una red de engaño, corrupción y asesinato. A private detective hired to expose an adulterer finds himself caught up in a web of deceit, corruption, and murder. Martes 2018-02-13 SICARIO: Acción, Crimen, Drama / Action, Crime, Drama Un agente del FBI idealista es alistado por un grupo de trabajo del gobierno para ayudar en la escalada de la guerra contra las drogas en la zona fronteriza entre los Estados Unidos y México. An idealistic FBI agent is enlisted by a government task force to aid in the escalating war against drugs at the border area between the U.S. and Mexico. Martes 2018-02-27 VICTOR VICTORIA: Comedia, Música, Musical / Comedy, Music, Musical Una soprano femenina en dificultades encuentra trabajo como un hombre que imita a una mujer, pero se le complica su vida personal. A struggling female soprano finds work playing a male female impersonator, but it complicates her personal life. Martes 2018-03-13 IN THE HEAT OF THE NIGHT: Crimen, Drama, Misterio / Crime, Drama, Mystery Un detective de policía negro tiene que investigar un asesinato en una ciudad racista del sur. An African American police detective is asked to investigate a murder in a racially hostile southern town

Guitar and Music Theory lessons at Home Panamanian guitar instructor Ricardo Pinzon, graduated from Berklee College of Music in Boston is offering personalized lessons in the following areas: Guitar performance (all styles), music theory (harmony), ensamble development, ear training and more. Classes are personalized focusing on the student's need. Lessons are given at your home or any other place you like and the times and days are arranged with the instructor directly looking for the best time possible for the student. The hour of class is $30 4 classes pack $100 Contact: Ricardo Pinzon Cel: 64931677 email:rpinzon@berklee.edu Thanks

ARE YOU LIVING WITH LOSS OF STRENGTH & STAMINA? LOW OR NO ENERGY? BALANCE OR EQUILIBRIUM ISSUES? HIGH OR LOW BLOOD PRESSURE? NO FLEXIBILITY? BACK OR JOINT PAIN? OVERWEIGHT? ARTHRITIS? FYBROMYALGIA? "LIFE IS MEANT TO BE ENJOYED, NOT ENDURED... AND IT IT SHORT" It's time to DO SOMETHING DIFFERENT from that which got you where you are! READ WHAT YOUR BOQUETE FRIENDS AND NEIGHBORS ARE SAYING ABOUT The 5 Rites (15 Minutes Of Daily Exercise) Presented by Michael Cooper at The Haven Hotel Comments from recent attendees.... —MERL WILL-WALLACE, Boquete Resident & Businessman says “Ten weeks ago I took the Five Tibetan Rites at The Haven from Michael Cooper... For years I have had paroxysmal vertigo, which makes me sick to my stomach any time that I lay down or spin around... Within a week the vertigo was gone. Almost immediately I found I had a lot more energy. I have also lost 10 pounds with no change in diet, except I don't tolerate coffee as well as I used to (way too much energy now)...Most importantly, my stubborn high blood pressure is now normal. Overall I feel stronger, more flexible and, well, yes younger. Thank you Michael for introducing me to this miracle in my life." (SEE BELOW FOR MERL'S FULL TESTIMONY) --LAURA, Boquete Resident says "Something my husband and I can do and encourage each other while doing....Notice increased stamina/strength....My clothes are and continue to get looser...must go shopping!...Now I look at my calves and wonder 'Whose are these anyway?' They look so different!...Like the convenience of doing it at home in comfy clothes...much more likely for me to keep it up if it's at home, doesn't take much time and I get noticeable results relatively quickly. Thank you Michael for all you do, Laura (SEE BELOW FOR FULL TESTIMONY) —CLEO, Boquete Resident says "I am 74 years old and a few months ago I attended The 5 Rites class from Michael. It has been very beneficial for me. Better balance, feel stronger and more stamina. I like the fact that I can do the exercises at home in a short amount of time." --BRAD DRAKE, Boquete Resident & Personal Trainer says "A year ago we began the 5 Rites exercise routine as taught by Michael at The Haven...it has become a part of my lifestyle, and a big reason I don't need adjustments anymore. I would recommend this short but powerful exercise routine for anyone and just about everyone." (SEE BELOW FOR FULL TESTIMONY) --EM, Boquete Resident says "Michael, thank you so much.... just wanted to say 2 days down but can already feel a big difference in myself afterwards. It seems to make me more energetic but also things are brighter and clearer. I am benefiting hugely from more blood flow and oxygen. Seriously, for 10 mins effort, this is a winner!" IF YOU AGREE THAT OUR LIVES WILL BE BETTER AND HAPPIER WHEN OUR "GOOD-HEALTH-SPAN MATCHES OUR LONG-LIFE-SPAN"... SIGN UP! What’s Included? We begin each session with with a gentle warm up from my Stretching for EveryBODY series. Then you'll be shown how to correctly and easily perform these 5 Exercises called the Five Rites from the world famous book Ancient Secret of The Fountain of Youth by Peter Kelder. By spending only 10-15 minutes a day doing these 5 exercises you’ll feel and experience the following... Benefits Strengthen core muscles, tone the body—Increase Energy & Vitality Relieves the pain from arthritis and fibromyalgia, increases mobility and range of motion in all limbs AND in the spine Increases strength and flexibility in the spine, legs, wrists & fingers, elbows, shoulders, knees & hips Increases energy and boosts or stabilizes metabolism Slows down the aging process and improves the quality of your life Improves balance and equilibrium which gives you better footing and quicker reaction time, helping to eliminate falls or lessen the severity of a fall You will look younger, fresher, and be stronger THE DETAILS Every clinic is limited to 8 people so everyone gets personal attention! WHEN? 1st January Session Monday JAN 8 10:00am-11:45am Wednes JAN 10 10:15am-11:45am Friday JAN 12 10:15am-11:45am (ONLY 2 PLACES REMAINING IN THIS SESSION) 2nd January Session Monday JAN 22 10:00am-11:45am Wednes JAN 24 10:15am-11:45am Friday JAN 26 10:15am-11:45am (ONLY 2 PLACES REMAINING IN THIS SESSION) How Much? Suggested donation is $50 which covers all classes, all personal instruction and handouts. How to Sign Up Reply to Michael at mic1951co@gmail.com to RSVP and and confirm your space. Or stop by The Haven reception desk and the receptionist will take your reservation and donation. What do I Bring? Comfortable work out clothes, an exercise mat if you have one, and Your Happy Smiling Face! 1st Note This will be the best $50 you ever invested in your Life & Health! All that is required of you is 15 minutes or less a day. 2nd Note Through my 17 years of practicing and teaching the Five Rites, you will learn the overlooked keys to seamlessly integrating this routine into your daily life. You'll know the shortcuts to improving your posture, strength, flexibility, and physical stamina. 3rd Note If you are unsure of beginning this program because of physical issues, please email me to discuss and/or schedule a 20 minute consultation with me at The Haven. There is no fee for this consultation. mic1951co@gmail.com Space is limited so register now to hold your place. Yours in Health, Michael Cooper Private Sessions Available mic1951co@gmail.com FULL TESTIMONIALS Merl Will-Wallace, October 2017 Ten weeks ago I took the Five Tibetan Rites at The Haven from Michael Cooper. I have done yoga and tai chi before and was wondering how this could be so much better. The beginning was anything but auspicious. For years I have had paroxysmal vertigo, which makes me sick to my stomach any time that I lay down or spin around. Rite one and two had me on the ropes. With Michael's direction I just pushed on. Within a week the vertigo was gone. I started thinking I could not do five reps. I did, but thought I could never increase two reps in a week. I did, and I did two more each week until I hit 21. I have not missed a day in ten weeks and don't plan on missing one ever. Almost immediately I found I had a lot more energy that was sustainable throughout the day. I have also lost 10 pounds with no change in diet, except I don't tolerate coffee as well as I used to (way to much energy now). Most importantly my stubborn high blood pressure is now normal. Overall I feel stronger, more flexible and, well, yes younger. Thank you Michael for introducing me to this miracle in my life. Laura, November 2017 Something my husband and I can do and encourage each other while doing. Increased strength in weird ways, like holding the hairdryer/curling iron. Notice increased stamina/strength when doing occasional reps of my other exercises. My clothes are and continue to get looser, not only pants but sleeves on short-sleeved blouses...must go shopping! When on the mat for #4, I look at my calves and wonder 'Whose are these anyway?' They look so different. Took monthly photos, as suggested...haven't looked at them yet. Like the convenience of doing it at home with comfy clothes, bare feet and a yoga mat. Much more likely for me to keep it up if it's at home, doesn't take much time and I get noticeable results relatively quickly. I'm a lot stronger, more flexible and coordinated than I thought!! Thank you Michael for all you do, Laura Brad Drake, October 2017 It has been a year since we began the 5 Rites exercise routine as taught by Michael at The Haven. Beginning slowly and working up to 21 repetitions seemed like a lot at the time. I am happy to say I still do the routine daily. I guess you can say it has become a part of my lifestyle. The body that stretches and moves everyday is a happy body. Doing the 5 Rites has been a big reason I don't need adjustments anymore. As a personal trainer myself I would recommend this short but powerful exercise routine for anyone and just about everyone. Em, October 2017 Just wanted to say 2 days down...rest of life to go...but can already feel a big difference in myself afterwards. It seems to make me more energetic but also things are brighter and clearer. I am benefiting hugely from more blood flow and oxygen. Seriously for 10 mins effort this is a winner. Thank you so much.

Don't miss this chance to get in the mood for the upcoming Biggest Little Festival in the World! Join the crowd for a pleasant Sunday evening Dinner Dance with saxman Rigoberto Coba's quartet at the OASIS restaurant! Some tickets for only $15 are still available at Mailboxes ETC, at the Tuesday market and at the Inside Panama office opposite of Big Daddy's. Be there or be square! See you on Sunday!

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Sat., Jan. 13, 10:00 a.m., 2018 Come meet the author, Sunny Summer, former educator as she reads from her new lbook, “Color Me Panama Goes to the Beach”. It will be at the library and will be a bi-lingual reading for kids. Books will be available for purchase for $5. A free drawing will also be held. Refreshments will be served. Reply to plei0002@usfamily.net. Guardar la fecha, sabado, 13 de enero de 2018 Venga a conocer el autor, soleado verano, ex educador como ella lee desede su nueva libro, “Colour Me Panama va a la playa.” Sera en la bibliotheca y sera una lectura a bilingue para ninos. Libros estaran disponsibles para su comprar por $5. Un dibujo libre se celebrara tambien. Se servira un refregerio. Reply plei0002@usfamily.net.

Good morning everyone, and a very Happy New Year to you all. I hope you all had a fabulous New Year celebration, I imagine Boquete was rocking !!!! I am once again calling for food donations for the Green Room Buffet for the Jazz and Blues Festival for 23rd, 24th and 25th of February. As always, it is your wonderful offerings that help make the Green Room the ‘Best Green Room in the Americas’ (from Lance Anderson, co-producer for the festival) I continue to be in awe of your support, and the amazing food you provide for our artists and guests. If you would be willing to email me at vickiwhittle@me.com with your suggestions and thoughts. I’m excited to see you all again soon - and many thanks with warm regards, as always Vicki Whittle Green Room Co-ordinator BJBF 2018 (507) 6839 5988 vickiwhittle@me.com (+64) (0)21 954 998 skype : vixeniwi1

Rob Brown, the writer and producer of Panama, The Musical will present at the BCP Tuesday talks on January 16. In addition to showing some video clips about the show and telling the story of how this thing came to be, he will also present information on buying tickets and/or investing.

Spanish Classes with Renny start on Jan. 11, 2018 Jan 11 & 12 thru Feb 23 This is a fun easy class. If there is any practice or homework those with busy schedules will love having the option of doing it by email at their convenience. COST: $195 As many people know, Renny owned a language schoo­­­l in several locations in Panama, under contract with the Panamanian Government giving classes for them, and had one in Houston also. She is now offering three levels of Spanish classes in Boquete, Basic and Intermediate I and Intermediate II. These are professional instructions with an easy, clear curriculum and the correct sequencing of material. Location of the class is in Boquete The Basic Class is called Crash Course Spanish ****Class meets Thursdays and Fridays 9:00-11:15 a.m. It will get you speaking fast! It shows how the language is organized, and teaches the tricks of the language, pronunciation, cultural notes, phrases, vocabulary, speaking; fluid conversations, how to ask and answer questions. You will practice and share tips, create full sentences. Learn how to speak without conjugating verbs. Workbook is included. The Crash Course Intermediate Class **Class meets Thursdays and Fridays 1:00-3:15 p.m. You will USE your acquired Spanish language! You will speak in class, get tips for learning to listen and respond in "rapid fire" exchanges, pronounce the difficult, role play, learn word order, expand your vocabulary and engage in specialized classes to gain better listening skills. You will speak every day, learn a higher use of some verbs without conjugating, create interesting sentences, listen to songs, conduct interviews and give short speeches. Learn by doing. Each student will translate for someone. It's time to do better at understanding what Spanish speakers are saying BECAUSE… the class also begins to "Train your ear” as well as “Practice Speaking" all of this as you learn more and more Spanish fast; you build the confidence you need to converse with others. Workbook is included. Pre-requisite for the *Intermediate Class :Basic Spanish, no exceptions _____________________ *Intermediate Class To enter this class the following will describe your level of speech: You respond to simple, direct questions or requests for information, can ask a few questions concerning needs and wants, and are able to express personal meaning by relying heavily on learned or re-combined phrases, repeating or rephrasing what you hear around you. You know short and sometimes incomplete sentences in the present tense. At times you know you state things incorrectly, but gain confidence because the Spanish speaker “got” what you were trying to say. You may be hesitant or inaccurate, whereby frequent misunderstandings arise. When called upon to handle a variety of topics and perform serious functions you operate at about a 50% success range, and can sometimes respond in intelligible sentences, but cannot sustain full sentence exchanges. You know the meanings/translations (not the conjugations) of at least 75 verbs. FOR MORE INFORMATION GO TO THE WEBSITE: review the left border. WEBSITE http://crashcoursespanishwithrenny.com EMAIL: rennykranich@gmail.com Registration will be at the public library in Boquete on Friday, January 5th from 10:00-11:30 a.m. CHECKOUT FACEBOOK TOO. Click: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Crash-Course-Spanish-with-Renny/752177804872882

How's that Spanish coming along? Why not resolve to learn / improve your Spanish communication skills in 2018? For those who already speak basic Spanish, I'll be offering individualized, private, one-at-a-time workshops to help people over their personal language hurdles. Are you... Tripped up by past tenses? Unable to foresee future formats? Feeling subjugated by the subjunctive? Unconditioned for the conditionals? Book smart but listening challenged? Or maybe just ricocheting between SER and ESTAR? Whatever your individual challenges may be, we can design a workshop to address them specifically. Beginning Jan. 15th, I will be scheduling individual 2-3 hr workshops to cover your most pressing Spanish problems. Email me to discuss your issues and strategize a plan. Also offering private personal tutoring for all levels on an ongoing basis. Very reasonable rates haven't changed over the years. Alto Boquete location near the highway. Email for details. Instructor is native English speaker with DELE certification at C1-2 level, a university degree in Spanish as a second language, and 5 years of tutoring experience to expats in Boquete. Waiting to hear from you! Charlotte Summers panamaprattle@gmail.com

The excitement is building as we approach the 2018 Boquete Jazz & Blues Festival! We are just 7 weeks away from the “Biggest Little Festival in the World!” And now you can purchase your tickets to the Garden Party held on the grounds of the beautiful Hotel Finca Lerida Thursday, February 22, 2018 from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Onsite/satellite parking. Shuttle buses will be available from Boquete. Featuring performances by Maria Rivas, Malamanya, and 2018 Grammy-nominated Dwayne Dopsie with his Zydeco Hellraisers, the Garden Party will also include a wonderful silent auction benefitting the Festival. Make plans now to attend this spectacular event to kick off the 2018 BJBF, and all the other exciting events over the four festival days! Tickets currently available online at https://www.mieventos.com/event-detail/2018bjbf. For additional Festival information, including schedule of events and performers, please visit www.boquetejazzandbluesfestival.com