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Now you can join in the fun exercise/dance classes at Valle Escondido without a membership!The instructor, Dany Riquelme, is a professional dancer and aerobic instructor. Exercise routines include chacha, bachata, and more. Much more fun than just Zumba!The floor for exercise in Valle Escondido is a wood floor which is much easier on your body than the tile floors normally found in Panama.Only $5.00 per class. Guaranteed fun and excellent for your health!! Classes are Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 9:30am at the gym in Valle Escondido.

The following was received yesterday by customers of Mailboxes, etc. Note that in the Comunicado addresses drugs as well as cosmetics. It essentially states the drugs and cosmetics no longer can be imported into Panama. There are exceptions for medically necessary drugs not available in Panama, but how medical necessity will be determined is not clear at this point. I have asked the U.S. Embassy for help in interpreting how this new regulation will be administered. And there is a discussion of the issue on Chiriqui Life (www.chiriqui.life) for those who are interested. Bonnie Williams U.S. Warden Boquete To all our valued Customers - URGENT PLEASE READ Today we received a notification from the MINSA (Panamanian Health Bureau) stating that the import of cosmetics for personal use is prohibited. That applies to makeup, shampoo, body lotion, perfume, etc. If you have any questions please contact us. The MBE Corporate is seeing the possible options to solve this situation. In the meantime, we would be grateful if you did not bring this type of merchandise to prevent it being seized by Customs. We appreciate your understanding and hope to have positive news soon. VELKYS MUNOZ MAIL BOXES ETC. – BOQUETE TEL 011 (507) 720-2684 image001.jpg

Yes indeed, this is the real deal. Everything you could want in a Circus and cotton candy to boot. The kids loved it, as did we. Put on your kid hat and have a ball. Clowns, chorus lines, lights and thunder. Acrobats and guys doing things on motorcycles that you should not try at home. A great entertainment value and unique in our Boquete history. I certainly hope they make Boquete a regular stop. Hot tip - go for the VIP Jubilado seats. There are only 16, but you get a ringside leather recliner. Buy tickets at the gate all day.

If you would like to receive detailed information about each week's movie, please reply to this e-mail, and we will add you to our Boquete Film Club email list. August Schedule: Monday, August 7 - Still Mine (Canada - 2012) Monday, August 14 - Under the Tuscan Sun (USA / Italy - 2003) Monday, August 21 - Garden of the Finzi-Continis (Italy - 1970) Monthly SyFi Friday Event: August 25 - Blade Runner (USA - 1982) Monday, August 28 - lxcanul (Guatamala - 2016) Starting this month - August - the Fènix Cafe will be closed on Sundays. Most of our regular patrons are retirees, so we moved our weekly matinee screenings to1:00PM on Monday afternoons. Although there is no admission charge, we ask for donations to pay for the audio and video system, and to support BCP Foundation, which is the organization that leases the facility. The Fènix is a restaurant. Popcorn, sandwiches, salads and other food, coffee and espresso drinks, as well as other non-alcoholic beverages are available. Plus, you can enjoy a beer, glass of wine or a mixed drink while you watch the film. (So please, don't bring your own food and drinks - our venue is a restaurant.) ---------- The Boquete Film Club is an informal organization that presents movie screenings at the Fènix Cafe every Monday at 1pm, plus a science fiction film at 5pm on the last Friday of each month. Boquete resident David van Harn is the curator, and the films are typically from all around the globe - the type of movies that you would typically see at "art house" theaters. Since the acoustics of the Hex Room are not very good (we are working on improvements), English subtitles will be featured as part of our films if they are available.

The two-year positions of President, Vice-President, and member at large on the Boquete Community Players (BCP) board are up for election. The election will be held at 2 - 3 pm on Sunday, August 6 at the BCP facility. Nominations are now open to fill these positions and will remain open until the time of the election. A person may nominate themselves. Both the person making the nomination and the person nominated must be current BCP members. Membership can be purchased at the BCP membership table at the Tuesday market. Please send your nominations to Vice President, Penny Barrett at pjbarrett@aol.com. The current slate of nomlinees are: President - Phil Bennett Vice President - Penny Barrett Member at Large - Dottie Davis Glen Davis Absentee ballots from current members will be accepted through Saturday, August 6 by emailing pjbarrett@aol.com

We met every Tuesday from 2,30pm to 4,30pm at Valle Del Rio restaurant.in Boquete...we give love, friendship and support to all Ladies whatever new or living in Panama for many years, Please join Us make new friends, and get the support you need. call 7204178 or just come in. Thank you.

We are 2 local ladies who love to cook/bake and support those less fortunate then us. Please support us in this endeavor. Thank you.

Dear friends, We kindly invite you to the opening of our new exhibition for the month of August named: ¨Look, feel and paint Bocas del Toro¨ The exhibition will take place at The Library of Boquete, starting tomorrow August 4th, 2017 at 4:00p.m. We are looking forward to see you!

The owners/administrators of the Chiriqui.Life (CL) website are very pleased to announce the release of another audio podcast in the series that is called "Chiriqui.Life Podcasts". These podcasts are produced by Marcelyn Jandreau and Bud Huber, and basically are conversations with the "movers and shakers" in the Chiriqui highlands area. (Note: "Chiriqui.Life Podcasts" is a different series from the "Chiriqui.Life Stories" audio podcasts that are produced by Michael Schwartz and also published on CL.) This audio podcast features Dottie Atwater. Dottie got her pilot's license at the age of 20, has done scuba diving, sky diving, ridden horses in the Big Bend area and into Mexico, etc., etc., etc. In other words, she is a proactive participant in the adventures of life. Houston was her last base in the US prior to moving to Volcan in 2004 after a long career in real estate. Dottie found her passion in taking care of domestic pets, especially dogs. During the course of our recording session with Dottie, we learned that she never really thought of herself as a pet person, but she became aware of and responded while seeing the poor situation for animals in her area. Dottie now is the driving force behind the spay/neuter clinics in the Volcan area. She does not seek publicity, but consented to our request for an interview for our audio podcast series. Dottie gives tirelessly and endlessly to support pets and to help educate others with the goal of improving life for the animal kingdom. Dottie may be a humble individual, but describes herself as a "pit bull" when it comes to animal welfare. Her story deserves to be shared. Podcasts are premium content on CL, which means that you need to be a registered member of CL and logged in. Membership on CL is free, so if you are not already a member, then register and listen to Dottie tell her story. If you are NOT already a registered member of CL, then first access CL at Chiriqui.Life and click on the "Sign Up" icon at the upper right area. Then wait for your registration to be finalized (you will get an email to that effect). If you already are a registered member of CL, then and only then may you access this podcast at: http://www.chiriqui.life/topic/6782-chiriquilife-podcast-10-an-interview-with-dottie-atwater-the-driving-force-behind-the-spayneuter-clinics-in-volcan/ Marcelyn Jandreau and Bud Huber Owners/Administrators of Chiriqui.Life support@chiriqui.life www.chiriqui.life

We are Javier Madge and Magaly Bustamante, animal rescueres vegetarian and non-smoking young couple.. We are living in Boquete since three years ago and we are volunteers for Amigos de Animales and ARF, we love all kind of animals. We live in Volcancito in a big property with many dogs, they are our big pack (most of them are for adoption) You can know more about our work in this link https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100008412934153 Contac us: Facebook: Javier Madge Y Magaly Bustamante Email: javierandmagalyhouse@gmail.com Phone and whatsapp: 6965-9423 / 6563-8686

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We apologize if you missed last week's broadcast due to the Radio Chiriqui coverage of the bicycle race, which delayed our show until 12 pm. ? You can hear last week's show by going to our website at www.listenupboquete.com/past-date-shows-.html Tomorrow we're back on schedule at 10 am, followed by the Strange Brew music program at 11. There are several ways to access the show: On your radio at 103.3 FM On your TV at CableOnda channel 861 On your computer at http://radio.garden/live/david/radio-chiriqui-103-3 Be sure to visit our featured restaurant of the week and tell them you heard the show....to get your FREE Panama Red Rum cocktail. You'll need to listen to the show in order to find out who the featured restaurant is this week, so Listen Up! Boquete....

Huge Flea Market this Sunday More than 60 vendors selling everything from soup to the kitchen sink. Come for lunch, for bargains, for socializing with your neighbors. Free admission and free parking. Gates open at 10 and close at 1 Chiriqui Storage is halfway between Boquete and David and 1.5 km north of the Terpel gas station in Dolega

What is happening at Fénix Cafe in August? NEW! CAFE HOURS: Monday: 12 noon - 4 pm (Monday Movie 1 pm) Tuesday: Cafe open: 8 am - 1 pm (BCP Market: 9 am - 12 noon) Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday: Cafe open: 10 am - 6 pm Closed on Sundays! --- Open later for special events! SCHEDULED EVENTS: Full Moon Drum Jam 
Monday, August 7th, 6:00 - 8:00 pm All are welcome to join the circle - experienced or first timers. There will be some “loaner” drums, but bring your own if you have one. This is a great community event for anyone who would like to experience something a little different. Come join in or just listen or dance. Outside, weather permitting. Free Event. Writers Read Friday, August 11th, 2:00 - 5:00 pm Novelists, Poets, Bloggers, Playwrights, Short Story Writers. Come listen. Come Participate! All are welcome. This group is open to the public, as encouragement for other writers, and a window on the creative process. Local writers will read and discuss their works. ‘Open mic’ for writers. Free Event. DJ Mike DANCE PARTY! 
“Mama Told Me Not To Come” Friday, August 11th, 6:30 - 9:30 pm DJ Mike, host of The Strange Brew Radio Show, will be spinning selections of Rock, Pop, Soul from the 60’s, 70’s, and beyond... so lets get Groovy! Free Event. Boquete ArtWorks 
Friday, August 18th, 2 - 4 pm This month’s topic to be announced. Please note an earlier time to accomodate the BCP’s Radio Show presentation which starts at 5 pm. Come for art, stay for live action & laughs! “Make Art” Sip & Paint Saturday, August 19th, 4:00 - 6:00 pm Come have fun and make art! You will be instructed in creating a painting, supplies will be included (canvas, paints, brushes)… you will leave with a unique piece of art that YOU created! This event is run by Make Art, a company in David. Class is taught in English and Spanish by bilingual instructors. Price is $20 / person and includes a glass of wine, or beer, or soda, or bottle of water. *** reservations are encouraged Science Fiction ‘Fourth Fridays’ Friday August 25th, 5 pm THIS MONTH’S MOVIE: BLADE RUNNER (USA) Science Fiction Lovers Unite! Come join us as David Van Harn, curator of the Boquete Film Club, offers a monthly selection from classic and modern Sci Fi films. Arrive early for the best seats, and bring an appetite… special menu offerings will be available! This event is free, but a donation to the Boquete Film Club is encouraged. SAVE THE DATE! --> TURKISH NIGHT SPECIALTY DINNER Sunday, August 27th Details to be announced ONGOING EVENTS: MONDAYS 1:00 pm — Boquete Film Club Matinee Aug 7 - Still Mine (Canada - 2012) Aug 14 - Under the Tuscan Sun (USA / Italy - 2003) Aug 21 - Garden of the Finzi-Continis (Italy - 1970) Aug 28 - lxcanul (Guatamala - 2016) To be included on the Film Club email list, please contact David Van Harn at: boquetefilmclub@gmail.com WEDNESDAYS 1:00 pm — Mexican Train / Dominos Come early at 12:30 pm to learn or teach! Bring friends, or make new ones! 4 - 6 pm — Therapeutic Drumming Have fun and reap the health benefits of community drumming. No experience necessary and there are usually a few loaner drums available if you don’t have one of your own. Drummers and listeners alike -- all are welcome! Free Event. THURSDAYS 3 - 4 pm — Belly Dance Class (w/ live music) Saroya is back and bellies are shaking! This is a fun way to exercise, shape and tone. Perfect for beginners and experienced dancers alike. Class price is $6.00. FRIDAYS 10:00 am - 12:00 pm — Community Listening Local 103.3 Radio Shows “Listen Up” and “The Strange Brew” will be streamed in the cafe… so come enjoy a cup of coffee, perhaps order some of the Fénix’s increasingly famous Banana ‘Paleo’ Pancakes… and hangout with two great radio shows, back-to-back. SATURDAYS 10:45 am — Single Seniors This is a new group that has formed! And YOU are invited. Meet other ‘senior singles’ and co-create a group that will come together to support, share, and mingle. What is a ‘senior single’?… well, there are no hard and fast rules, and everyone is welcome… but in general this is a social group for those who may be living or traveling solo, and perhaps those who are a bit older and wiser than those ‘young kids these days’… ;-) 1:00 pm — Game Day Come play with new friends and old! Euchre, Mexican Train... and more! The cafe has Mexican Train sets, playing cards, backgammon, scrabble, “Cards Against Humanity”, Trivia, Connect Four... whatever your flavor, it’s here! CLASSES: Panama Catalyst --- Grow Your Business Workshop August 17th, 1:00 - 2:30 pm Cost: $20 You can take your business to the next level in this 90 minute hands-on workshop. Bring your laptop and imagination to reach a new business level in the next 3-6 months. In the workshop, you will develop (or update) your business goals and improve your business plan to turn the goals into reality. The business plan writing starts with the basics of: Product, Price, Place, Promotion which leads to Profit. We will talk about the digital, global marketplace and how your business can reach new customers. This workshop is created for the existing business owners in Boquete who want to increase sales and income. Business Coach, Kirsten Kent Peck has been involved with startup businesses and teaching people how to be successful for many years in New York and Florida. Her new business - Panama Catalyst combines her love to teaching with promotions and business development for our community. It includes an Incubator, Venture Funding, a Publishing Platform and a Chamber of Commerce for Entrepreneurs. Attend the workshop and catch the energy! Drawing Class August 30 - September 27, Wednesdays 10:30 am - 12 noon “Drawing is what you see, flattened on the picture plane. The purpose of this class is to reduce conflict between the brain modes by causing your langugae mode to drop out of the task, and bring your right brain to the forefront of activity. Exercise by exercise, you will begin to gain confidence, drawing on your ability to SEE what is actually there. We will be using a professionally written workbook, by Betty Edwards of Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain. Additional material will be added as the need arises. Cost: $22 Workbook; $65 Instruction; Register in the cafe or contact Barbara Wiill-Wallace directly through her website: www.barbarawillwallace.com **** YOGA BOQUETE: 6 DAYS A WEEK **** Monday: 9 - 10 am Gentle Hatha Tuesday: 2:30 - 4:00 pm Primary Series Ashtanga (90 min) Wednesday: 9 - 10 am Short Form Ashtanga Thursday: 9 - 10 am Gentle Hatha Friday: 9 - 10 am Short Form Ashtanga Saturday: 9 - 10 am Gentle Hatha 60 minute yoga classes are $6.00; 90 minute Ashtanga is $9.00 Mats available for rent or purchase. Classes taught in English. For more information, visit: www.yoga-boquete.com or visit: Joy in the cafe What is Fénix Cafe? Community! And Great Coffee, Inspired Food & Drink, Art, Music, Yoga, Dance, Gatherings & General Good Times. Where is Fénix Cafe? The Fénix is located in the BCP Event Complex, across the downtown bridge, immediately on the right. Look for the sign, and the large parking lot. For more information, questions, comments, or to be added to the Fénix email list... please contact Joy Alexander at: joya250@hushmail.com

Dalis at Chiriqui Storage Flea Market & Mana I will be at Restaurante Mana, in Volcan, from 8-11 AM on Friday. Sunday I will be at the Chiriqui Storage Flea Market, 10 AM-1 PM. I have the following for sale at all three events(G is for grafted tree, all are organic). Plants can be reserved by calling me at 6914-4280, or email donwiththemonkeys@ yahoo. Trees: $2: Cacao(20), Lychee(10) $4: Cashew(5), Araza(8), Zapote Colombiano(4) $5: Taiwanese Guava(5), Peppercorn plants(1) $6: Pears(6), Mangostin(10) $7: Green Plums(4) $8: Variegated Calamondin Orange(G-4), Tangerines(G-4), Persa Lemons(G-6), Pink Grapefruit(G-2), Valencia Oranges(G-7), Navel Orange(7) $12: Mango(G-3) $15: Haas Avocado(G-2) Fragrant Flowers: $6: Mock Orange $7: Arabian Jasmine $10: Gardenias $12 Honeysuckle, YlangYlang Other Flowers: $5: Shooting Star Shrub $6: Azaleas, Ixoras, Yesterday Today & Tomorrow, Hibiscus $7: Podranea Vines $7 & 10: Bougainvilleas – a variety of colors $12 Red Pasiflora Vine, Butterfly Bush Colorful Leaf Plants: $5: Crotons, Copper Leaf Plant, Variegated Scheflera, Graptophyllum Caricature Plant $10: Rubber Plant Herbs: $1.50 & $2, Italian Oregano and Rosemary At Mana I will also have: 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.

Special price at the Gym Special price on girls Birthday SPA&Beauty or Pijama Party 2 months for FREE at the membership of Los Molino´s Club Membership benefits & price: · One room night for free (anually) · One relaxing massage (anually) · Free Access for the Pool, Gym, Tennis and Bocce court · You can come to the Restaurant with friends and your discount applies to your table · We give you a bottle of wine on your birthday · Room rate of $85.00 from Monday until Thrusday. On weekends and holidays we give you 20% discount on the normal rate. Continental breakfast is included · 15% discount at the Restaurant · 15% discount if you buy a bottle of wine or any liquor · 15% discount at the Beuaty Room · 20% discount at the SPA · 3 vouchers to use the Sauna, during the year and any extra Sauna sesión with 50% discount · 2 vouchers each one of $15.00 per month to come to the Restaurant ($30.00 monthly) · 1 courtesy pass to use the Pool, Gym and Tennis court for a friend or family you want to bring · Benefits and discounts in differents stores in Boquete and David · Special price on each show or party at the Hotel. $46.67+tax per month – 2 people With the membership you also receive discounts or a gift in the following places: *in addition Boquete Brewsing Co.

Dear Boquete Weather Watcher: I posted the Palmira Station Boquete weather data at the website and a new Boquete Weather Watcher Update No. 100. You can check them out via the website or at this link. Best, Lloyd Cripe www.boqueteweather.com

View this email in your browser Este viernes 04 de agosto, te invitamos a la inauguración de la Expo-colectiva: "Mira, siente y pinta Bocas del Toro" a realizarse en la galería de arte de la Biblioteca de Boquete a las 4:00 p.m. donde podrás apreciar un arte autóctono de Panamá. *************************************************** On Friday August 04, 4:00p.m. Art Gallery of Library of Boquete - We kindly invite you to the opening of Expo-Collective: ¨Look, feel and paint Bocas del Toro¨ where you will be able to appreciate native art of Panamá. Copyright © 2017 Biblioteca de Boquete, All rights reserved. Su dirección esta registrada en nuestra base de datos. Our mailing address is: Biblioteca de Boquete Calle Principal Bajo Boquete Boquete Panama Add us to your address book

There will not be a Boquete Health and Hospice general meeting in the month of August. BHHF will be doing the Being Prepared presentation at the Tuesday Market talks on August 29th at 10:30 am. This presentation offers important planning information for all expats in Panama. Be watching for information about our Health Fair in October. For this first health fair, the focus will be on traditional medical services needed by the Expat community in Boquete. Committee members have been working hard on making this event a valuable informational resource for our community. The next BHHF general meeting will be September 14 at 1 pm in the Amigos de Animales event center in Alto Boquete.

Will You Invest 15 Minutes A Day To Receive Live Changing Physical Benefits?? It's Time For You To Take Control The Ancient Secret of The Fountain of Youth Presented by Michael Cooper at The Haven Hotel —JOHN GRAY, author of Men Are from Mars, Women Are from Venus says “It’s easy. It’s fast. And it works! I love this program. Not a doctor on the planet can prescribe anything this beneficial for your total heatlh ” —MARTIN SHEEN, American actor, says “I have done the Five Rites for many years and I've passed Ancient Secret of the Fountain of Youth on to many friends. I recommend this workout without reservation." 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 arthritis, 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 boost or stabilize 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 Look younger, fresher, and be stronger When? Mon Aug 14 10:15am-11:45am Wed Aug 16 10:15am-11:45am Fri Aug 18 10:15am-11:45am How Much? Suggested donation is $50 which covers all classes, all personal instruction and handouts. The clinic is limited to 8 people so everyone gets personal attention. 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 a day. 2nd Note Owning the book Ancient Secret of the Fountain of Youth or watching someone on YouTube will not make you successful with these exercises. 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. See you there for an experience that will change your life! Yours in Health, Michael Cooper Private Sessions Available mic1951co@gmail.com

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BAMBOO BEAUTY SPA SPECIALS FOR AUGUST Manicure and Pedicure for only $20.00 Manicure, Pedicure and Massage for only $45... Save $17! 4 massages for only $99 Plus a Facial for Free! Save $75! You can't miss it! Haircut and Hair wash for only $10! Save $4! (It is best to cut the hair right after wash) Deep Conditioning at $5 with your Color or Highlights... Save $20! NEW AT BAMBOO BEAUTY SPA We are offering Rife Treatment Technologies using frequencies for healing any chronic illness, eliminating pathogens including all parasites, and scanning the body for exact frequency application for the most efficient results. Introductory price on Thursdays during the month of August $25 for scan or treatment (one hour) Rife Treatment clients will be eligible for a drawing to recieve Anti-aging Rife Treatments for one month Free. Three prizes available! Please email us for more information to glamor_31@hotmail.com. We also offer kangen water for $1.25 per gallon (7.5, 8.5, 9.5 and beauty water) Call for appointment to 6531-0326 or whatsapp. Thank you, Gladys McGraw Certified Beautician Bamboo Beauty Spa 6531-0326

Join us on the mat this August! New early morning classes offered in both English and Spanish! Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yiayoga/ http://www.go2yia.yoga/classes-yiayoga/ Located in Boquete City Center, Los Establos Plaza, 2nd floor.