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AllAboutBoquete.com is coming! Our new Boquete focused website - aimed at tourists and locals alike - will feature a free business directory, classified ads & community calendar. The website will be launching in mid July. If you would like your business listed please email margieotl@gmail.com with the following: 1. business name 2. location (coordinates) 3. description 4. website 5. facebook page 6. logo 7. contact - email, phone Events dated past July 15th are also welcome. Please email margieotl@gmail.com will all pertinent information. Like our page on facebook at https://facebook.com/allaboutboquete for an invite to our launch party. Live well! Margie Tosch Brooke C: 507.6607.4060 - Panama

La POsada brings you a fun time to eat, drink, dance and be merry with"Seat of the Pants", featuring guest artists Rigoberto Coba on sax and Berklee Graduate Ricardo Pinzon on guitar. $10 food speical. Discounted drinks. No cover charge. 2 to 6 p.m.????

Yáll come for the huge jewelry sale tomorrow. BARGAINS BARGAINS BARGAINS if you like tasteful jewelry. Lots of new rings in smaller sizes as requested. Second table on the right as you enter through the front door. Summer Durand God Bless, Summer "Believe in the Lord Jesus Christ, and thou shalt be saved, you and all your household" Acts 16:31

The OTHER season that comes with the rainy season is here. I'm talking about the MOLDY SEASON. People are looking for ways to prevent or kill mold that is showing up on shoes, leather jackets, caps and hats, furniture, craperies, area rugs, etc. EL MATADOR Mold Killer can prevent mold on those things and more, and it you already have mold you can wipe off the surface mold and spray with EL MATADOR Mold Killer, it will kill the mold and prevent its return. It is harmless to humans and pets (unless you're dumb enough to drink a whole bottle!) My supply of mold killer is low right now because of a need for more spray bottles. I'll have the current supply with me at the Tuesday Market on July 4 and will probably have more available by the end of the week. Price is $10 for a 24 ounce spray bottle. When available, 16 ounce spray bottles are $7. ANOTHER SHORTAGE. I have a reasonable quantity of EL MATADOR Colloidal Silver available. It also will kill mold and is especially good for book spines. Its main use is as a killer of microorganisms in and on your body. It kills more than 600 different bacteria, viruses, fungi and yeasts. The present shortage is caused by lack of high quality distilled water, and I hope to find some in the next few days. Prices are: 4 ounces - $10, 8 ounces - $15 and 32 ounces - $45. YEA! NO SHORTAGE! There is a good supply of EL MATADOR Boron Supplement for preventing and treating arthritis and osteoporosis. It also treats candida and yeast infections and helps balance female hormones. Quart bottle (up to 2 months supply) is $12 I supply a guide sheet by email for each product and also additional in-depth information for some of them. I'll have products in my car at the Tuesday Market. If I run out, I'll take your name and contact information for later delivery. Bob Gregory 6745-2828 rhgusn@yandex.com

Sorry for the short notice, but we moved up the regular meeting. All BCP members are invited to attend the BCP Council meeting. Meeting is Friday, June 7, at 2 pm in the BCP theater. Charlotte From almost Paradise 6693-5005

New Class at the Fenix Creative Visualization & The Art of Manifestation Would you like to stimulate your creative juices, your thought processes, your imagination? Create more time as ideas and desires materialize more rapidly? P lease join in for two mornings on; Mondays July 17th and 24th, from 11:45 to 1:45 at the Fenix Cafe Discover new tools or brush up on old ones as we co-create the highest form of personal accomplishments and creativity that you wish to achieve . What can I expect to learn and be able to accomplish by taking your Creative Visualization and Art of Manifestation classes? Techniques are outlined and demonstrated to help you visualize & bring forth your desires in materialized physical reality Learn how to materialize your daily thought desires Rediscover and enhance your creative passions Many class and home exercises practiced for daily use Examples of what these techniques will do for you Manifest the ideal new home Traveling? Create the perfect trip with ease. Brings clarity and vision to artistic endeavors Develop healthy relationships Achieve better athletic performance And more Start at any level, join in at any age. There is power in numbers so bring a friend. By Sharon Brooks Over 25 years Trainer, Teacher, Keynote Speaker TV and Radio Appearances 6424-3956 Sbrooks4u2@gmail.com “Creative visualization is the technique of using your imagination to envision what you want your life to be. By directing positive energy to that mental picture, you can make that vision a reality.” Author unknown

Dear Boquete Weather Watchers: The data for the month of June 2017 has been posted at the website along with a Boquete Weather Watcher Update No. 99 summarizing the month's weather. You may check them out via the website or at these links. Lloyd Cripe www. boqueteweather.com

YiA Yoga is now offering meditation and a variety of classes including Ashtanga, Hatha, Vinyasa, and Gentle Yoga. We hope to see you on the mat! Like us on Facebook to keep up with any specials or class changes https://www.facebook.com/yiayoga/ Located in Plaza Los Establos, 2nd floor. July Calendar and more info: http://www.go2yia.yoga/classes-yiayoga/

Public Notice of Special Town Meeting Skateworld of Boquete, Saturday July 8th at promptly 1pm If you have any information regarding OR conflict, complaints, or issues with any Boquete Consignment (furniture, art, collectibles, etc) establishment, you are asked to come to this meeting. Julio Espinosa Brown, local attorney, representatives from the Prosecutors office will be here to take reports and hear grievances. Wilfredo, Chiriqui Provinces Official Interpreter for the Public Ministry, will also be here with copies of “Victim’s Rights” in English. These folks are here to help. They understand that it can be intimidating to go into a Prosecutor’s office to seek help and try to enforce your rights as a victim in a foreign country, speaking a foreign language. They are offering their advice and services, at this meeting, free of charge. If you would like to reserve a seat, or have any questions, please feel free to email skateworldofboquete@gmail.com.

"What’s happening at Fénix Cafe in July?" New classes & workshops, special events, and ongoing gatherings… all served up with great coffee, a variety of tasty beverages and an inspired menu. Read on! ((( To stay connected with the Fénix, join the email list by emailing: joya250@hushmail.com and you’ll receive event schedules, menu specials, cafe news, and ‘insider information’ ))) SCHEDULED EVENTS Full Moon Drum Jam Saturday, July 8th, 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 pending... sometimes even a small bonfire... if wind and rain allow. Free Event. Writers Read Group Friday, July 14th, 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, July 14th, 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, July 21st, 3-5 pm This month's meeting will be an Italian Marbling Class. Stay tuned for details! ...Or, for more information about this class or Boquete ArtWorks in general, contact Christopher Mccall: chrismccall@icloud.com NEW!!! Science Fiction 'Fourth Fridays' Friday, July 28th, 5 pm 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! Kicking off this new monthly event is the 1927 film: METROPOLIS. This event is free, but a donation to the Boquete Film Club is encouraged, to help pay off the large-screen TV (and new soon-to-be-updated-and-enhanced Sound System!) which has been purchased for shared community enjoyment. “Make Art” Sip & Paint Saturday, July 29th 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 ONGOING EVENTS **** YOGA BOQUETE: 6 DAYS A WEEK **** Monday: 9-10 am Gentle Hatha 10:15 am Guided Meditation (Yoga Nidra) approx. 45-55 min, $5.00 Tuesday: 2:30-3:30 pm Power Yoga w/ Chris Wednesday: 9-10 am Short Form Ashtanga Thursday: 9-10 am Gentle Hatha 4:30-5:45 pm Vinyasa Flow w/ Alejandro (en español; bilingual instructor) Friday: 9-10 am Short Form Ashtanga --- All yoga classes are $6.00, meditation is $5.00 --- For more information, visit: www.yoga-boquete.com or visit: Joy in the cafe SUNDAYS 1:00 pm — Boquete Film Club Matinee Free Event. Screening schedule to be announced. To be included on the Film Club email list, please contact David Van Harn at: boquetefilmclub@gmail.com WEDNESDAYS 10:30 am - 12:30 pm - NEW!!! Arte w/ Marisol *** starting Wed, July 12th *** Come learn a variety of unique artistic applications, and leave with your own piece of work. Each week Marisol will be instructing on a different topic, including macrame, jewelry making, engraving, etc. Class is taught in Spanish, with a bilingual translator. Cost per class is $23, and includes all materials needed for each project. For more information, email: joya250@hushmail.com 1:00 pm — Mexican Train Come early at 12:30 pm to learn or teach! Bring friends, or make new ones! 4:00 - 6:00 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. (Please note: Therapeutic Drumming will NOT be held on Wednesday, July 5th, in deference to the Full Moon Drum Party on Saturday, July 8th, from 6-8 pm) THURSDAYS 3:00 - 4:00 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. (Please note, Thursday’s Dance Nights -- Salsa, Swing & Bachata w/ Instructor Dan -- will not be held during the month of July. Stay tuned for updates in this arena.) FRIDAYS 10:00 am - 12:00 pm — Community Listening Local 103.3 Radio Shows “Listen Up” and “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. We’ll see you there! Every 2nd Friday: Writers Read Group, 2-5 pm Every 3rd Friday: Boquete Artworks, 3-5 pm Every 4th Friday: SCI-FI, 5 pm 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 Metabolism, Movement, Mindfulness (class in English) Monday, July 10 1:00 - 3:30 pm, $25 Interested in learning some new skills that will improve: Weight loss, Digestive issues, and Energy? Certified Psychology of Eating Coach, Clara Madrigal will share innovative, yet simple tools to help you develop better digestive and metabolic function. This is a hands on workshop where theory is put to practice. For more information, contact Clara (see contact info below). Metabolismo Consciente (clase en Español) Lunes 10 de Junio 5:30 pm a 8:00 pm, $25 Aprende a conectarte con tu cuerpo a través de métodos simples e innovadores de manera que puedas lograr: Pérdida de peso, Mejorar tu digestión, Aumentar tu energía. Este es un taller interactivo en donde ponemos la teoría en práctica. Facilitado por Clara Madrigal coach en psicología de la alimentación. Te esperamos. Para mas información contacte a Clara. Clara Madrigal celular: 6502-5840 email: clarapanama@gmail.com Facebook: Clara Madrigal Instagram: mindfulness.in.motion.pty Website: www.mindfulnessinmotionpty.com _____________________________________________________________________________ Basic Spanish Two-Month Course, Starting July 15 thru Sept 16 Saturdays 10:30 am - 12 pm ACQUIRE español in Panamá and have the linguistic skills to engage in the ENTIRE SPANISH-SPEAKING WORLD... start speaking from the first class! This small-group instruction draws upon the most successful approaches used in foreign language instruction, and follows guidelines established by the Common European. Framework of Reference for Languages...CEFR or. CEFRL.. .the only international benchmark for learning, teaching and assessing language Course start level: A1 Basic / beginner level Class size: 4-6 participants Tuition per participant: $150 for weekly, two-month course + $15 registration fee Spanish course facilitated by: OLE (OUR LANGUAGE EXCHANGE) For more information and to reserve your spot, contact Laverne at 6295-0114, or email: fundalaspan@gmail.com _____________________________________________________________________________ Creative Visualization Class is 2 hours each week, on 2 consecutive Mondays July 17th & July 24th 11:45 am - 1:45 pm Total cost: $22 “The SCIENCE of INTERNAL ENERGIES, the ART of MANIFESTATION...” Learn hands-on / real-world techniques to help you visualize & bring forth your desires in materialized physical reality. Deepen clarity and vision as they are applied to creative endeavors of all kinds, from planning a trip to artistic ambition. Develop your ability to balance the high and low cycles in your life. Class material covers thought forms — how they are created & their uses — methods to magnify visual imagery, and techniques for enhancing / energizing your current lifestyle. Class is taught by Sharon Brooks, who has over 20 years experience as a trainer, teacher, keynote speaker, with TV and radio appearances! For more information and to register, contact Sharon Brooks, cell: 6424-3956, email: Sbrooks4u2@gmail.com Or sign up at the cafe. Space is limited, so reserve early! _____________________________________________________________________________ Gangaji: Listen & Discuss w/ Yella Starting July 17th, Mondays 2-5 pm You are invited to join a discussion group that will meet on the porch of the Fénix on Monday afternoons. (Cafe will be closed.) Each week the group will listen to a recording of a retreat with Gangaji that will include facilitated discussion after listening. People interested in knowing more about Gangaji can visit gangaji.org There is a $5 per person charge each week to cover the cost of rent and facilitation. Any questions can be directed to Yella: 6887-6108 _____________________________________________________________________________ Stretch Sessions w/ Kristina Friday, July 21th 11:00 - 12:30 pm Lower Body Friday, July 28th 11:00 - 12:30 pm Upper Body Learn both the theory and practice of proper stretching techniques for your ability level. Keep joints lubricated. Increase mobility. Release tension. Sustain an active lifestyle. Feel Good. Kristina Long is a registered yoga instructor, a certified massage therapist, as well as a former personal-trainer. She brings an in-depth knowledge of the body, coupled with years of hands-on experience to share. Join her in two 90 sessions to target both lower and upper body. Price: $12 per session, or 2-sessions for $20 For more information, contact Kristina at 6551-4539, or email: yogahippe70@gmail.com GENERAL INFORMATION The Fénix Cafe is located in the BCP Event Complex, across the downtown bridge, immediately on the right. Cafe Operating Hours: Monday: Cafe Closed, except for yoga, meditation, and special workshops and groups Tuesday: Cafe is open 8 am - 2:00 pm (market hours 9-12) and closed in the afternoon, except for yoga Wednesday thru Saturday: 10 am - 6 pm (open later for special events!) Sunday: 11 am - 4 pm If you have read though this entire email, you are awesome… Thanks for being a part of the Fénix Community! with gratitude, Joy Alexander 6426-0843 joya250@hushmail.com

Letting you know that there are only a few seats left on the chartered bus for this tour of the Panama Canal and shopping spree at the Duty Free Zone (DFZ) in Colon. See below for all of the particulars. The reservation window closes whenever the bus is filled or this coming Friday, whichever occurs first. If you are interested, then send an email very quickly to accb-dfz@runbox.com as indicated in the last paragraph of the original announcement. Are You Interested in a Tour of the Panama Canal and a Shopping Spree at the Duty Free Zone (DFZ) in Colon? The Asociación de Caridad de la Comunidad de Boquete* (ACCB) is scheduling a bus trip to see the new locks at the Panama Canal, and for a shopping spree at the Duty Free Zone (DFZ) at Colon. Not only are purchases at the DFZ duty free (i.e., no customs fees, no taxes), but they are also very low prices for just about anything you can imagine. The Colon DFZ is the largest duty free area in the Western Hemisphere, occupying more than 800 acres and having approximately 2,000 stores. This is a 2-day, 1-night round-trip excursion by chartered bus, departing promptly on Wednesday, July 19th at 7:00AM from Parque Central in Boquete. The bus is modern, well-maintained and well-equipped with two bathrooms, CD sound system, and individual movies, etc. The bus will stop in Santiago on the outbound leg (at Westland Mall in Vista Alegre, near Chorrera on the return leg) for food, drinks, leg stretching, etc. The fee for the round-trip chartered bus (and access to a merchandise van at the DFZ) is $110.00 cash per person, which is discounted for ACCB members to $100.00 cash per person. Meals, tips, lodging, tours, personal purchases, and incidentals are not included in the chartered bus fee. A non-refundable $60.00 per person reservation deposit must be paid by July 7th. The balance in cash is due upon boarding the bus in Boquete. The following estimated costs are with jubilado discounts: (a) admission to the Canal museum is $1.50, (b) Hotel Milan, maximum of two persons per room, is $40.00 with cédula and cash payment. Upon arrival in Panama City, the bus will take the tour group directly to the Panama Canal to view the new Miraflores Canal Observation Overlook and Museum during the late afternoon hours. Upon completion of sightseeing at the new Panama Canal, you will re-board the bus for transfer to Hotel Milan. The hotel has an attached cafeteria/bar. There are several restaurants, shops, and Veneto Casino within walking distance of Hotel Milan. Close by is a station to ride the PC Metro (the new subway). The evening is open for you to explore Panama City, go to a casino, dinner or whatever you want to do. On Thursday morning we will board the same charter bus and depart Hotel Milan at 7:00AM, stopping for breakfast at Nico's Cafe, which is just 30 minutes from the hotel. After breakfast, board the bus for the trip to Colon. Chartered buses are not allowed inside the DFZ, therefore a small merchandise van has been arranged for the tour group while inside the DFZ (cost is included in the tour fee) to drop off smaller purchases and continue shopping. Smaller merchandise will accompany the tour group back to Boquete on the chartered bus; large items (e.g., appliances, televisions, etc.) will require that you arrange for separate transportation to Boquete using commercial freight companies (e.g., Fletes Chevales, etc.). After several hours of shopping in the DFZ, you will then board the chartered bus for the return trip to Boquete. The return trip will include a food and shopping stop at the Westland Mall in Vista Alegre, near Chorrera. Expect to arrive back at Parque Central in Boquete about 9:00PM on Thursday, July 20th. Ask your friends and neighbors to join you on this special 2-day excursion. This chartered bus event is not a fundraiser for ACCB, but rather a not-for-profit community service event. ACCB is distributing this notice to determine how much interest there is in this trip. Minimum tour size is 25 people There is limited space so respond quickly. You will need a copy of your cédula or passport at the time of the deposit. Reservation deposits and final payments are to be in cash only. The DEADLINE for making a reservation is July 7th. Personal identity documentation needed during this trip are your cedula and passport. We understand the DFZ stores accept most major credit cards, and some may accept bank drafts on Panamanian banks. If interested, please email ACCB at accb-dfz@runbox.com indicating your name, email, telephone number, number of people in your party, along with their names (and emails if different). If you have questions please be specific in your email and we will get back to you. ____________________________ *The ACCB is presently completing the filing process for legal status as a Panamanian Association. The goal of ACCB is to provide assistance to first responders and the general community wherever needed.

Memorial Service for Jean Marderness A Memorial for Jean Marderness, who passed away May 19, will be held on Saturday, July 8, at 1PM, at the Boquete Bible Fellowship. Following a brief service, we will have time to reminesce and celebrate her life over a late, light lunch.

AYURVEDA (Science of Life) Introduction to Holistic Nutrition Welcome to the fascinating world of holistic nutrition And what is Holistic Nutrition? This natural approach incorporates emotional, spiritual and physical health to create a state of well-being for optimum health. A holistic approach to proper nutrition encourages education on basic nutrition to develop a holistic diet that incorporates natural and organic foods, for chronic health conditions. What would you be learning on this three hours? 1. What is your body type and how to eat according to it 2. Myths and misconceptions about holistic nutrition 3. Ayurveda vs. Western Medicine 4. Illness and Diseases Process 5. Proper Food Drink Combinations 6. How to become a ´´MINDFUL EATER´´ Date: Friday July 28th, 2017/ Place: The Oasis Time: From 10 am to 2pm Price: $40.00- Includes your lunch also with choices of herbal teas Speaker: Mimi Stewart/ The Mermaid’s Massage & Healing Only 12 spaces available for this workshop Interested please e-mail: misssirena26@yahoo.com/ healwiththemermaid.webs.com Cell: 6-034-9842 '' It is not a long term diet. Its a long term lifestyle change''

The owners/administrators of the Chiriqui.Life (CL) website are very pleased to announce the release of its thirteenth podcast in the series that is called "Chiriqui Life Stories". These podcasts are produced by Michael Schwartz. Quoting from the description of the Chiriqui Life Stories category: This podcast features DeDe Wedekind. DeDe is a singer/song writer who, along with her husband Larry, lives part time in Texas and part time in Boquete because neither one of them has retired. She is a very accomplished musician, having produced four award winning albums, has received numerous awards, and is continuing to work on additional songs and albums. This podcast is about someone who found her life's work in her mid-adult years, and now enjoys her music with a passion. DeDe performs on a regular basis at several venues in the Boquete area. 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 DeDe 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/6436-chiriqui-life-stories-13-dede-wedekind/ If you would like to tell your story or recommend someone for an interview with the podcast producer, please send an email to Mike Schwartz at mikeseeemail@gmail.com. Marcelyn Jandreau and Bud Huber Owners/Administrators of Chiriqui.Life support@chiriqui.life www.chiriqui.life

As you should be if You're Vitally Alive and Always Growing and Re- Birthing Yourself. Are You Predictable? Are You Always Doing the Same Old Thing? Hopefully not! The Diversity of Pilates will have You Learning to do New things and Moving more of your Body. Simultaneously Become more Body- Aware, Stronger, Agile, Coordinated, and Fluid. Be able to and Be- in Better Balance. Discover More of Who You Are and Your Capabilities. Restore your Posture, & Get on the Path of Greater Health and Well- Being! Pilates...Created by an Exercise Genius to Bring- Out the Creative Potential and Genius IN YOU! Pilates at the Haven. There's no time like the Present To Begin and Join IN! Just Do IT! Ongoing Classes are Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, 8:30- 9:45 a.m. $8 each, 4 for $30, or Unlimited Classes in a month for $72. All props/exercise tools provided- including balls, stretchy bands, fitness circles, light hand weights, and yoga mats. Have a mat of your own? Bring it to be guaranteed 2 for when we go down to the floor for extra padding.. Questions? Email Susan Clare, with Instructor Certifications in both Pilates and Yoga and over 25 years teaching experience, at suzeclare@gmail.com * And do know- One need not be a member of the Haven to Partake in Classes or Spa Services. Truly Hoping To See You Soon!

Giant Flea Market at Chiriqui Storage 60+ Vendors selling everything from soup to nuts -- also tools, clothing, household, electronics, arts and crafts, etc, etc. Gates open at 10 to buyers A few spaces left for vendors -- email chiriquistorage@gmail.com Come early, meet your friends and neighbors, find some bargains, eat a hotdog at Penny's almost famous hot dog stand. Always free admission and free parking. Chiriqui Storage is 17 km south of Boquete and 1.5 km north of the Terpel gas station in Dolega. See you there.

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Bethel Christian Church Welcomes you. Nondenominational. Sunday Service: 10:30 am. (casual dress) The message is in both English and Spanish. Directions: Bethel is located on Volcancito road about two miles north of the main highway. It is not quite to La Estancia, the driveway has a sign on the left side of the road. Hope to see you there!

10:30 in the BCP Theater .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. Tom is the founder of The McCormack Foundation which brings in used medical equipment and supplies for the benefit of the sick and disabled people of Panama. http://www.panamamccormackfoundation.com/ 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. Irma’s service provides bilingual solutions to all types of requirements in Chiriqui. Fom the most basic domestic needs to advice on acquiring important products such as life and health insurance, migratory visas, accounting. Ect. www.keepitsimplepanama.com Aseguradora La Floresta (new insurance company in town) will introduce us to their products including those products for folks over 64. 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! Tuesday, August 22 Tuesday, August 29 – Hospice presents “Being Prepared”. Tuesday, September 5 – Magda Crespo, local insurance expert will talk to us be about how to use our medical plans in Panama, and the differences of how insurance is handled in Panama. She will speak on deductibles, co- payments and so on. And she will address the fact that our doctors do give us the "gringo price" and how to avoid it. Tuesday, September 12 – Dr. Maria Ruiz will speak on the history of coffee in Boquete in general and the history of the Ruiz family in particular. Cafe Ruiz is one of the largest producers of coffee in Panama. Maria will explain how coffee production started in Boquete, what's the picture for coffee right now and what she projects for the future. Dr. Maria Ruiz has more than 30 years of experience working in the Panamanian coffee industry, including growing, green processing, roasting, tasting, and product development. She has participated in many activities at a national level as a representative of the private sector. She has also represented Panama in international forums such as the Specialty Coffee Association of America, Specialty Coffee Association of Japan, and the Specialty Coffee Association of Europe. Currently she is the CEO of special projects with Casa Ruiz, S.A., in Boquete, Panama.\ To suggest a speaker or topic for these meetings please email BCP Tuesday Meeting To become a vendor at the Tuesday market, Facility Manger