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Join us Friday night, June 23, for a Special PIZZA NIGHT at the Garden Restaurant in Plaza San Francisco from 5:00 to 8:00 PM. Enjoy live piano music while you enjoy a great pizza all made with the freshest ingredients from scratch. Top your meal with a scoop of homemade ice cream. Hope to see you there!! The Garden Restaurant Pizza Menu Size: Small, 8” Medium, 14” Large, 18” (Personal, 20cm) (Mediana, 36cm) (Familiar, 45cm) 1. Cheese $ 5.75 $ 10.95 $ 13.95 2. Ham $ 5.95 $ 11.50 $ 14.95 3. Hawaiian $ 6.25 $ 11.95 $ 15.50 4. Pepperoni $ 5.95 $ 11.50 $ 14.95 5. Pepperoni and mushroom $ 6.25 $ 11.95 $ 15.50 6. BBQ chicken $ 5.95 $ 11.50 $ 14.95 7. Vegetarian $ 5.95 $ 11.50 $ 14.95 8. Loaded combination $ 7.75 $ 14.95 $ 19.50 Toppings: Mozzarella (Queso Mozzarella), Ham (Jamon), Pepperoni, Chicken (Pollo), Mushrooms (Hongos), Onions (Cebolla), Bell Peppers (Pimientos), Pineapple (Piña), Zucchini (Calabacin), Tomato (Tomate), Black Olives (Acetunas Negras). Extra Toppings are $1.00 for meats and .50 Cents for vegetables.

New Spanish Classes with Renny - Classes start July 20 & 21 , 2017 July 20 & 21 thru Aug 31st, 2017 COST: $195 As many people know, Renny had a language schoo­­­l in David, and had one in Houston also. She is now offering two levels of Spanish classes in Boquete, Basic and Intermediate. These are professional instructions with an easy, clear curriculum and the correct sequencing of material. Location of the class is IN Boquete Town ~ revealed at registration The Basic Class is called Crash Course Spanish ****Class meets Thursdays and Fridays 9:00 a.m -11:15 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. Workbook is included. The Crash Course Intermediate Class **Class meets Thursdays and Fridays 1:00 p.m -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 use the internet. The class will play games, chant, listen to songs, perform skits, conduct interviews and give short speeches. You will translate for someone. It's time to do better at understanding what Spanish speakers are saying! The class also begins to "Train your ear” and Practice Speaking" 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. 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, date to be announced. CHECKOUT FACEBOOK TOO. Click: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Crash-Course-Spanish-with-Renny/752177804872882

Our weekly matinee films start at 1pm at The Fènix Cafe - which is a restaurant, so please, don't bring outside food and drinks to the event. Rather, support our film series by patronizing the Cafe, and be sure to say hello to Joy Alexander, the owner of the Fénix Cafe, and Ana, her cook/waitress. Breakfast, lunch, popcorn and desserts - as well as coffee, espresso drinks, herbal teas, beer, wine and mixed drinks - will be available for purchase. Early birds get the comfy sofas, but if you like, you can bring cushions for the hard restaurant chairs, or folding/camp chairs for more comfort. There is no admission charge, but we ask for voluntary donations to support the program and help pay for the video system. Upcoming films (we will send out details for each movie the week before the screening): July 2: Waking Ned Devine (Irish Comedy - (1998) ----------------------------------------------- Akira Kurosawa's Dreams (Japan - 1990) Rated PG (Because the language of the film is Japanese, the subtitles will be in English.) Link to trailer Wikipedia Description: Akira Kurosawa (March 23, 1910 – September 6, 1998) was a Japanese film director and screenwriter. Regarded as one of the most important and influential filmmakers in the history of cinema, he directed 30 films in a career spanning 57 years. DREAMS s a 1990 Japanese-American magical realism film of eight vignettes written and directed by Akira Kurosawa. It was inspired by actual dreams that Kurosawa claimed to have had repeatedly. It was his first film in 45 years on which he was the sole author of the screenplay. It was made five years after Ran, with assistance from George Lucas, Francis Ford Coppola, and Steven Spielberg, and funded by Warner Bros. David Van Harn Boquete Film Club Curator More From Wikipedia: "Dreams" is a collection of tales based upon the actual dreams of director Akira Kurosawa, Dreams is essentially eight separate short films. There are some overlaps in terms of characters and thematic material - chiefly that of man's relationship with his environment. 'Sunshine Through The Rain': a young boy is told not to go out on the day when both weather conditions occur, because that's when the foxes hold their wedding procession, which could have fatal consequences for those who witness it. 'The Peach Orchard': the same young boy encounters the spirits of the peach trees that have been cut down by heartless humans. 'The Blizzard': a team of mountaineers are saved from a blizzard by spiritual intervention. 'The Tunnel': a man encounters the ghosts of an army platoon, whose deaths he was responsible for. 'Crows': an art student encounters 'Vincent Van Gogh' and enters the world of his paintings. 'Mount Fuji in Red': nuclear meltdown threatens the devastation of Japan. 'The Weeping Demon': a portrait of a post-nuclear world populated by human mutations. 'Village of the Watermills': a sunny portrait of a village whose population is entirely at one with nature.

That's Right. You Heard Correctly. Tell them Yella & Tom sent you and receive one Panarita, Big Daddy's famous margarita made with the World Class Panama Red Rum, free while supplies last. Come early, get your free Panarita, have some dinner and listen to all your favorite oldies and great dance tunes by Yella & Tom. Music starts at 5:00 and goes until 8:00 p.m. NO cover charge Big Daddy's Grill This Sunday, June 25th

2 hours of great music, news, interviews and info.....tune in on FRIDAY, JUNE 23 @ 10 AM http://radio.garden/live/david/radio-chiriqui-103-3 On your radio: 103.3 FM On your TV: CableOnda Channel 861

His chain got caught in a barbed wire fence and Juan Rodriguez (also known by expats as JR because he speaks English) found him after he'd been there for a time. He's very docile and obviously misses his people. He is being kept inside and fed and watered at the Sta. Lucia neighborhood (just off Volcancito Road). If he's your "dear one," please call Juan at 6616-1664 (English and Spanish).

Dear Boquete Neighbors, It is with great sadness that we share with you that Gabrielle and Patrick Reynolds, Artistic Directors for BCP, have made the difficult decision to return to the U.S for an indefinite period. Gabrielle is in need of two knee replacement surgeries, with lengthy physical therapy required after each – their hope is to return to Boquete sometime in 2018. Their loss will be felt throughout our community, and we wish them the best as they prepare to depart Boquete. Their loss, as difficult as it is for us, creates an opportunity for one or more talented individuals to step in and work with us to create more great theatrical productions. If you have directorial experience, we could use your talents for the production currently in rehearsal and scheduled for August presentations. Please let us know if you can help by Monday, June 26 by contacting Sheila Strunk at the email or phone number shown below. Other talent is always needed in many areas of the theater – whether on stage or behind the scenes. If you’d like to lend a hand, meet some new friends and gain a huge sense of satisfaction, please contact Sheila Strunk at shestrunk@gmail.com or (507) 6880-3059 Thank you from Boquete Community Playhouse (BCP)

Announcing "Senior Singles Saturdays"... This is a new group that is forming! And YOU are invited. Come meet other 'senior singles' and co-create a group that will come together to support, share, and mingle. Gather in a non-pressure environment to meet fellow singles for conversation and friendship! This casual group will gather around 10:45 am on Saturday mornings at Fénix Cafe. Fénix is located in the BCP Event Complex, across the downtown bridge, immediately on the right.

June 12th-26th Big Daddy's Grill and Buenos Vecinos de Boquete are joining together to increase the provision of non-perishable food for BVB clients, many of whom are elderly, handicapped or single mothers struggling to support their children. Bring two cans of fish for BVB to Big Daddy's Grill and receive a free Jalapeno Popper Appetizer with each purchased meal. Big Daddy's Grill is a popular restaurant on Main Street in Boquete that features a full menu with a selection of specialty meals and outstanding seafood choices. Website: http://bigdaddysboquete.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BigDaddysBoquete/

Welcome to the newsletter of Boquete Health and Hospice Is this email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. A Message from Boquete Health and Hospice Administrator Bev Tyler As Administrator I am the contact person with the community for your immediate health needs. I carry the Boquete Health and Hospice phone and deal with any issues that come up. They include needs for equipment or help organizing care for people who are sick or dying. Often this involves a home visit to determine exactly what type of help is most needed. As a registered nurse (foreign) I oversee the care that our teams of volunteers give to make sure that the clients’ needs are being met. That includes both the person who is sick or dying and also their family and the people close to them. We have learned over the years what resources are available in the community and help link people with those resources. It is a big job but I love it. I meet interesting people who are so very grateful for what we do. I get to receive their gratitude when the reality is that we are a group of many volunteers all working hard to make sure that you and your loved ones have as good a quality of life as possible. How We Help IN A SPLIT SECOND, MY LIFE CHANGED Beginning a new life in Panama was filled with thoughts of tropical gardens to plant, glorious hikes and many new and exciting places to explore. In a split second, my fun-filled life changed last June when a ladder fell out from under me as I painted my kitchen. The doctors would diagnose me with a broken pelvis in both the front and back. To avoid surgery, I was required to lie on my back for 10 weeks, without putting any weight on my legs, and sitting for no more than 20 minutes at a time, only to eat. I have always been a very independent person, and felt so hopeless, having to suddenly depend on the help of others. Family in the States wanted to help, but could not leave their homes and jobs to take care of me, and I could not travel on an airplane to be near them. That is when a friend told me about Boquete Health and Hospice. I had not even thought of Hospice, because I was of the assumption it was for patients who were terminally ill. Boquete Health and Hospice is for many different levels of care. We came up with a plan based on my needs. The volunteers helped with housecleaning, laundry, animal care, meals, etc. They were like angels that came to my house and helped me through those miserable 10 weeks. Without their help, and the help of a couple dear friends, I don´t know how I would have endured that long period of time. I am currently in the states with damage to my spine from the same fall, and having spinal fusion surgery in two days. I will have a 12 week recuperation period much the same as before. I have often wished there was a group of volunteers I could contact as I did in Boquete. Had I been able to remain in Panama, I would have also become a Hospice Volunteer. I can think of no better way to make a difference in the Boquete community, and of helping people in need. By all means, if you are in need, please do not hesitate to call them for assistance. You will be relieved you did so. Holley Hayes The Vision and Mission Statements for Boquete Health and Hospice The vision statement for BHHF is: Supporting a Healthy Community Our mission is to inform and promote community health and to support people with needs by providing information, equipment, and services. As part of the mission to support a healthy community BHHF provides community information programs. On June 13, members of BHHF presented a program on falls prevention at the Tuesday Market. Merl Will-Wallace, Betty Landis and Laurie Collier were the speakers for the presentation. The following is a summary of the presentation: To reduce the risk of falling at home: Remove clutter and walk carefully when there are potential hazards like throw rugs and pets. Use a sturdy stool with hand rails to get something you cannot reach. Do not use towel bars, sink edge, etc. for support because they could come away from the wall. Use a night light in the bedroom and bathroom. Immediately wipe up spills on the floor and use rubber backed bathmats to prevent slipping. Wear sensible shoes (no flip flops, heels, etc.) Stay active to maintain overall strength, endurance, and balance. Know your limitations. If there is a task you cannot easily complete, do not risk a fall by trying it. Information provided by AOTA. Blood Pressure Monitoring Boquete Health and Hospice offers free Blood Pressure monitoring every Tuesday at the BCP Tuesday Market from 8:30 to 11:30 am. Stop by and let our retired professional nurses monitor your BP on a regular basis and try to answer your health questions. Save the Date! BHHF will be sponsoring a Health Fair at the Boquete Feria grounds on October 22. The focus will be on traditional medical services needed by expats in the Boquete area. Be watching for more detailed announcements as the date approaches. We are excited to present our new informational 1 minute video: https://youtu.be/EbYmYqBRs3Y To Make a Donation: BHHF functions with the donations provided by the community. If you are interested in supporting the work we do, please make a donation. To make a financial contribution by check or cash contact Laurie Collier, our treasurer, at lojocollier@yahoo.com to arrange a place and time to pick up your donation. For more information, visit our website: www.boquetehealth.org We also have a Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/boqueteheartshandsandhelp/?ref=bookmarks Please Like our page and Share the contents with your friends and families. To Contact Us Hospice/Health: 507.6781.9250 Blood Donor Program: 507.6590.2000 E-mail: boquetehospice@gmail.com E-mail: boquetehealth@gmail.com Confidentiality All patient information shared with any Boquete Health and Hospice volunteer is kept in the strictest confidence. Copyright © 2017 , All rights reserved. Our mailing address is: boquetehealth@gmail.com

Get Relief and have fun. Sip some wine or ? Get great instruction in painting Watercolor Flowers. Meet new friends. Then go home with some bright flowers to lighten this dreary weather. Boquete Art Works Meeting this Friday, June 23, 3pm at the Fenix Cafe in the BCP Center. No experience or talent needed! Boquete Artworks Follow us on our web site BoqueteArtworks.com to catch the latest news from us!

On Saturday, June 24th, there will be a huge five family garage sale in Brisas Boquetenas. The sale will take place at house number 72. Follow the signage from the subdivision entrance.The doors open at 9 am. No early birds please. There will be a great selection of household items, clothes and decorative items.

ARF is a small non-profit animal organization dedicated to the rescue, care, foster and adoption of the unwanted and neglected animals in Boquete and the surrounding areas. Please visit our website at http://www.arf-boquete.com/ if you are interested in adopting an animal. You can also help with the financial support of these animals by clicking here http://www.arf-boquete.com/donate.html 100% of our donations go to the animals. Our email address is arf.boquete@gmail.com Please visit and “like” our Facebook page on https://www.facebook.com/ARF-Adopt-Rescue-Foster-Boquete-Panama-260616740779036/ YouTube: Adopt Rescue Foster ARF Boquete Panama Also, please visit our sister site Pets Want Homes if you are interested in adopting an animal on http://www.petswanthomes.com/

Family of the month - June 2017 Meet Elibia and Her Family Buenos Vecinos de Boquete provides non-perishable food on a monthly basis to over 100 families and individuals. Included in that count are 58 clients who additionally receive the services of the Handicapped Foundation (Fundacion Pro Integracion). Pictured here (in blue) is Elibia during a home visit by FPI volunteer Loesje. Elibia was born with autism, cerebral palsy and a seizure disorder. She is now 16, and lives with her mother, several siblings and an extended family. Her father is deceased. The food provided by Buenos Vecinos de Boquete (BVB) takes some of the financial pressure off Elibia's family, who are obviously burdened with the care of this young woman. This food is also nutritionally valuable to the family, particularly with many children to feed. Fundacion Pro Integracion (FPI) steps in with physical therapy, necessary medical transportation, and assistance with medicine. Together our two organizations address critical needs of some of the community's most needy members. We hope you will decide to support our efforts. If you would like to help families like this and the efforts of Buenos Vecinos de Boquete, your financial support would be most appreciated. DONATE ONLINE: http://www.buenosvecinosdeboquete.com/how-you-can-help We use PayPal for easy and secure transactions. IF YOU PREFER TO DONATE BY CASH, Please contact Louise Orr (panamaleo@gmail.com) for arrangements. When you make that important decision to help feed the less fortunate in our community, you have truly become a “good neighbor”. When you donate $360 a year or $30 a month (about the cost of a daily latte), your name will be added to our “Coconut Foundation” as an acknowledgement of your concern and generosity. Buenos Vecinos de Boquete’s wholesale purchase power enables us to furnish our clients more food than they could purchase on their own in the store with the same amount of money. Thank you!

Alto al Crimen will have a table at the Tuesday Maarket on June 20 for sign-ups for the Hospital Cooperative Discount Medical Plan. Hospital Cooperativo is the only cooperative medicine, non-profit hospital in Panama. It has served David and Chiriqui for over thirty years with good medical care at the lowest prices. Through membership in the discount plan, you can save 25% to 50% off the already low prices for hospital services, doctors' fees and prescription medications at the pharmacy You can find more detailed information about the plan and read an English translation of the simple contract in the Forum section of Boquete.ning.com. The words "Alto al Crimen" appear in the subject lines of the forum posts. They should all be on the first two or three pages of the Forum posts. Cost for the discount plan for one year are $150 for individuals or the first person in a household and $125 for other persons in the same household. For the mid-year enrollments between now and July 11, 2017, the fees will be $225 and $$188 respectively because they will include payments for membership until January 1, 2019. This will save both you and Alto al Crimen the hassle of re-enrollment in December 2017-January 2018 To enroll you will need to bring a clear, legible copy of the cedula, permanent residency card or passport (in that order of preference) for each individual to be enrolled. And you will need to complete a short, simple data form with name, address and contact information. Payment may be made in cash (Bring exact change if possible) or by check payable to FUNDACION ALTO AL CRIMEN. Checks on US banks will take about three weeks to clear and there will be a commensurate delay in issuance off wallet ID cards for the plan. If you are currently paying high medical insurance premiums and have a high deductible, you can stretch your deductible considerably through this plan. You could even decide to put the high premium into your own bank account every year as a savings account for high medical expenses and use the Hospital Cooperativo medical discount plan for routine and minor medical expenses. This could save you a lot of money. Watch for the Alto al Crimen table at the market this Tuesday. We'll process your enrollment and answer any questions you may have. Alto al Crimen is your non-profit public service foundation which provides a bi-lingual Hotline for police, fire,and medical emergencies. Our operator, Franc Lugo, will help you with such emergencies and can also assist with traffic stop translation, roadside emergencies, etc. Your membership in the discount medical plan also includes our hotline service at no additional charge. If you're not already registered with Alto al Crimen, you can register on our web site at altoalcrimen.info If you are not a member of the medical discount plan, you can make an annual donation for the Hotline service. AAC Hotline phone numbers are: 6477-6662 and 6917-0011 Alto al Crimen needs your donations and your volunteer support. You can help us to help you and the entire Boquete expat community.

doshombrespanama.com It's a time of celebration!! The 2 Guys team is proud to announce that at this week's market we will be offering our freshly revisited Chicken Pot Pies. It has been a very long time since we have made this item and now that our kitchen project is complete we wanted to really make it special. The pot pie is a comfort food staple. Ours starts with a flakey and buttery crust. Next we add carrots, peas, celery and loads of tender and perfectly cooked chicken breast. We then add an onion and celery infused gravy just before closing it all off with a top crust. We wanted to deliver the freshest product possible with the most appetizing results so we have chosen not to cook this pot pie. Instead we will let you have the first bake. With our new cooking instructions you will have a crispy crust and a filling that will instantly transport you back to your childhood dinner table home during these rainy Panama nights. Next week our team will have a wonderful variety of authentic Cajun Treats for you to enjoy. Andouille Sausage, Gumbo, Jambalaya, Boudin, New Orleans Red Beans and Sausage and more.... Our team is dedicated to providing you the most diverse menu of anywhere in Panama. Changing week to week our menu has a little something for everyone. Paleo, Pork, Beef, Fish, Vegan, Gluten Free, Thai, Chinese, Russian, American, Southern, BBQ, Italian..... The list goes on and on. If you are new in town and would like to hear about our culinary adventures be sure to click this link and join our newsletter. Each week we send out an email with updates and new menu items. Join By Clicking Here If you want to take a sneak peek at our menu click this link. We know that we can't please everyone but that doesn't mean we have to stop trying!! http://doshombrespanama.com/our-menu/ We want your time here in Panama to be as stress free as possible. I know that we can't help with some of the quagmirical situations that you must endure daily but at least we can help you out in the kitchen. All of our meals are prepared using the freshest ingredients with unique flavors specific to that dish. Aren't you tired of eating our and everything taste the same? Our meals are packaged for 2 adults (generally) and are frozen. All you have to do is heat and eat. Very little mess and ultra convenient at a price that just makes sense, $4 a person. No Gringo prices here!!! If you see something that you like be sure to complete the online ordering process. We offer many options for deliver or pick up of our items as well. Convenient, affordable, stress free, delicious, and simple. Just like mom's cooking. We sure do hope to see you soon. Come by the BCP and say hi. Have your first brownie on us!! Eric, Cecelia, Chandler, Keira, Aidan

Can You Spend 15 Minutes A Day To Receive Live Changing Physical Benefits?? Not A Doctor On The Planet Can Prescribe Anything This Beneficial For Your Total Health 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.” —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? Monday June 26 10:30am-11:45am Wednes June 28 10:30am-11:45am Friday June 30 10:30am-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 or less 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 15+ 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

Sheila Strunk Shestrunk@gmail.com (507) 6880-3059. Cell

British world traveling artist currently on a mission to paint every single Country. His work is very diverse from abstract mural paintings to interior design. He has many skills from photography, CAD photoshop/illustrator, 3D art installations, screen printings, sculpture, and calligraphy. Dwayne works with his clients one to one making sure the project vision is to the highest standard from colour pallets to specific space/spaces to make sure it fit in with everything else or stands out. He is extremely creative so if you are interested in getting some art but but just cart think of anything I am positive he will. Here are just a few samples of his work he also has a facebook page with his portfolio. Contact for a quote! He is only in town for a few more weeks! https://www.facebook.com/TheworldtravelingArtist/ Whatsapp +44 7715 459 071 Email: dwaynepinnock@icloud.com

Dear Friends, Clients, and Neighbors, In honor of Fathers' Day and also the endurance of Boquete residents dealing with this year's tropical downpours and rocky roads, I'm pleased to offer a special Spa Boquete "head-to-toes" treat, valid from Sunday June 17 until Sunday July 16, 2017: A 30-minute session combining foot reflexology (15 minutes) and a mini Spa facial (15 minutes), including cleansing, exfoliation and face massage, using Shea Terra Organics' Nigerian Black Soap and Rose Hips cleanser and organic Argan oil. Price: $25.00. If combined with any of our regular therapeutic massages, ranging in price from $20.00 to $65.00, the cost of this 30-minute session is reduced to $20.00, as part of a special Pamper Package. Appointments are available 7 days a week, by calling me at 6493-0486 or via email (kmckinney@bentley.edu). Spa Boquete is a very small, exclusive, highly personalized facility, dedicated to serving one client at a time, by appointment. Ranked #1 among Trip Advisor’s 8 top-listed Spas in Boquete for the past 4 years, Spa Boquete has received Trip Advisor’s highest ratings and their Certificate of Excellence award every year since 2013. It is also a 2017 short-listed finalist for a Luxury Travel Guide award for spas and wellness centers in the Americas. Located close to the center of town (a 2 minute walk from the town Park) and just across the street from the Oasis Hotel and Restaurant, Spa Boquete offers a tranquil, beautiful setting facing the Barú volcano and the Caldera River. A private, spacious waiting area with free Wi-Fi is available if more than one person visits the Spa for consecutive appointments. Each guest receives personalized attention, exclusively from a trained professional with 19 years of experience. A graduate of the Muscular Therapy Institute (Cambridge MA), I'm currently the only accredited, Board Certified practitioner listed on the NCBTMB website (www.ncbtmb.org), not just for Panama, but also for all of Central America. I invite you to review Spa photos and the 189 client reviews available on Spa Boquete’s Trip Advisor webpage, of which I'm very proud and grateful. Additional descriptions of services and prices, as well as directions to the Spa, are available on Spa Boquete's website: www.spaboquete.com Best wishes and thanks for your continued support, Kitzie McKinney, PhD, BCTMB

10:30 in the BCP Theater Tuesday, June 20 – Kent McNaughton on the amazing new 3D printing technology - what it is, what can be done with it, what its benefits and shortcomings are, where it’s been and where it may go. He will have photos of parts he’s made, the machines he built, and things available to be made from the Internet. Kent may bring a printer with him and have it 3D-printing during the talk. Tuesday, June 27 – Local attorney Martín Santamaria Castillo and staff (Licda. Evelyn De Leon, and licdo. Roderik Telman) will talk to us about immigration. The talk will include the various options for expats to obtain residency in Panama and the penalties for not doing so. There are several new developments in this area and the foreign community needs to understand what they are. The audience may also ask questions about other areas of the law. Tuesday, July 4 – Tom McCormack will tell us all about Panamanian legends, wives tales, myths, and superstitions. This is a very entertaining talk and will teach us all something about this place we call home. Tuesday, July 11 – Our local mad scientist, Mike Petersen presents “THE WONDERFUL, WILD, WACKY, WEIRD WORLD OF QUANTUM THEORY”. Richard Feynman, one of the world's emminent particle physicists, once said that if someone says they understand quantum theory, then they don't understand quantum theory. Well, Mike respectfully disagrees. If you've ever wondered what all the hoopla was about (the double slit experiment, Schroedinger's Cat, quantum entanglement, etc.), then this talk is for you. Mike will explain how the whole thing works, and do so without math. You'll leave this talk more informed about the strange realm of the quantums. Like science? This one's for you. Tuesday, July 18 -- DEPRESSIVE ILLNESS is a common and serious human malady: what it is, what causes it, and it's medication and cognitive therapy treatment from the perspective of a (retired) psychiatrist. Dr. Dean Hoover, a Boquete resident, received his Medical Doctor degree from the University of Miami and then served as a USN Medical Officer for eight years including three years of Psychiatric Residency training. In 1983, he left the Navy and engaged in the practice private of Psychiatry in Annapolis, MD, until retiring in 2012. He and his wife have lived in the Boquete area for over four years. Tuesday, July 25 – Irma Castillo Smith from Keep It Simple Panama (medical advocacy and assistance) will talk about the things you need to know when faced with emergency or elective hospitalization in David. Aseguradora La Floresta (new insurance company in town) will introduce us to their products including those products for folks over 64. http://www.seguroslafloresta.com/ Tuesday, August 1 – ARF and other charities Tuesday, August 8 – Chef Juan Linares speaks on Market Cooking in Chiriqui. Learn to use local produce. What to do with plantains, chayotes, papayas, etc.? What are the beef cuts in Panama and how to cook them? Eat fresher, better, and cheaper. There will be tastings. Tuesday, August 15 -- Benefits the V.A. Doesn’t Tell Vets About. Shameful as it is, the V.A. does not tell veterans, or the widows of veterans, about benefits which are much needed, especially as we age! The V.A. website even misleads you about whether you can qualify! J.R. gave a wonderful talk in early June for those with service-connected disabilities. Betsy Barbeau will now provide all veterans and widows of veterans who served during any recognized war with information about a V.A. benefit that is awarded for ailments, infirmities, and/or disabilities that are or are not service-connected! If you are 65 or older, you could qualify. If you are under 65 and on Social Security Disability, you could qualify. For widows there is no age restriction. Come hear about what they are not telling you! To suggest a speaker or topic for these meetings please email BCP Tuesday Meeting To become a vendor at the Tuesday market, Facility Manger