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We are urgently seeking foster or forever homes for some of our animals. The current fosters are leaving for extended periods of time and we need to find a new place where they can lay their heads. If you can help, please contact us. ARF provides all food and medical care (if needed) for our animals. Phyfer is a beautiful dog. She is about 5 now. Tall and slender, with a sway in her walk and a beautiful face and voice Phyfer is now ready for her permanent home. Pearl is a six year old, spayed and vaccinated female. She is an indoor and outdoor dog. She is calm and sweet, gets along with cats (but not other dogs) and likes to be with her humans. She walks well on a leash, comes when you call her and is an excellent watch dog. Rayito: You can truthfully say Rayito is strikingly cute, VERY playful and a bundle of energy. He would be an exceptional soccer player and also gets very excited about bugs, crumpled tinfoil and pull toys-basically anything that moves or that he can move. He is fully litter trained. Rayito is about 6 months old. Sunshine She is a bit shy, docile but very talkative. She loves to be stroked and scratched and has a good motor. She is litter trained, likes to go outside but is mainly an indoor cat. Meet Mister. He is so lovable and snuggly. He really loves his head scratches or simply just lying next to you on the couch. He is an older cat and likes to sleep but call him and he will be happy to come out to say hi. He has been fixed and has his vaccinations. He will warm your heart with his affection! He wants a home with other cats but he would be fine just by himself. Miss Molly is a five year old affectionate indoor/outdoor cat who is litter box trained. She needs to be the only cat in the household because she is territorial. She is independent and low maintenance, not requiring a lot other than a home to call her own and a family to love her. 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/

Alexandra González Marketing & Guest Relations Valle Escondido Resort Golf & Spa 507 7202454 | info@lavidadestination.com | mercadeo@valleescondidoboquete.com Boquete - Chiriquí

Three people paid but forgot to take their packages from the table: At Tuesday Market: 1. A bag with 2 rugelach 2. A bag with 2 cheese bagels, 1 onion bagel and 1 sesame bagel (owner lives in Portrerillos) At the Bakehouse 1. Bag with sliced San Francisco Sour Dough (owner lives in David) Hope we find you!! Thanks. Barbara

The Boquete Rotary Club works in many ways for the community. Here in Boquete we do most of our work silently. We want to share with the community our latest projects. We have been working at the Boquete MINSA Health Clinic partnering with other Rotary Clubs from USA. As a result, we have built secure waste management facilities for the infectious and general regular waste generated by the clinic. We have also built new bathrooms for the clinic's clients. The clinic and some examining rooms have been painted with fresh colors and cartoon characters to make it a less intimidating place for the children, pregnant women and other patients that rely on this public clinic. For many years we have been providing student and teacher supplies and constructed improved facilities for the Public Schools in the Boquete and Potrerillos communities. We have provided training and equipment for the local firefighters and police, partnering with Rotarians from Canada. We have brought medical teams to Panama to provide services to remote villages across western Panama. We provide scholarships to deserving students in the area. We bring teachers to Panama each year to provide teacher training seminars, in coordination with MEDUCA, the Panama Education Ministry. Select teachers are also sent to the US each year at Rotary expense to improve their teaching skills. Now we have our biggest ongoing project in Boquete: The TROPEZÓN PARK. This park was functioning, but in very bad shape. No drinking fountain, no bathrooms, little grass to speak of. Lots of stones and uneven ground for children to play "futbol" ( soccer ). The Boquete Rotary Club has undertaken a renovation of this Park to give the children of Boquete a safe place to play. A kiosk has been built and a bathroom is in undergoing construction. Fencing has been installed, and plans are to level the field and place sod to create a good soccer field We would like to get the whole community of Boquete involved. Businesses, Civic Clubs, and Panamanian and Foreign Boquete residents. In this way, everyone will be proud of their contribution to help Boquete look beautiful and providing a safe park for our children. Please come tomorrow to the Tuesday Market, visit our Rotary Table to learn about this wonderful project and help us out with a donation. Any amount of money you can donate towards this park will contribute to a better Boquete. You could sign our donation list there. We will be publishing the amounts raised every week via newsboquete. We are located outside the Hexagon room, on the left side as you come in to the Market. Thank you so much for supporting this Boquete project that we are building in front of everyone's. CLUB ROTARIO DE BOQUETE

New Spanish Classes with Renny - Classes start May 15, 2017 May 15 thru June 28, 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 The Basic Class is called Crash Course Spanish **Class meets Monday and Wednesday 9:00 a.m -11:15 It will get you speaking fast! 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 Monday and Wednesday 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

You're invite d to Seasons Restaurant inside Lucero Golf & Country Club for our FANTASTIC BROADWAY SHOW : Saturday May 6th from 5:30-8pm with DeDe's Disco, Dancing & Lights from 8-9pm! DeDe was the Best NEW Artist from the Indie Music Channel in 2016 . Her album "Dream of You" also was the IMEA Best Album in 2016! DeDe & Larry perform a variety of music unlike anything you ' ve heard ... Come hear favorites from Les Miserable, Evita, and Phantom of the Opera, as well as jazz standards and all your favorite romantic movie songs you know and love! Reservations NOT required but recommended since we expect this unique show to SELL OUT. Seasons is located in Lucero in Alto Boquete , come enjoy the incredible new menu and fantastic service. A portion of the proceeds of this show will go towards the La Estrella Village children's fund for food, clothing & education. So far we have raised over $1000 this year for this very worthwhile cause. Seasons Restaurant: 507-730-8101 or reservations@lucero.com.pa We sincerely hope to see you there! Come eat, dance, & sing along with us! DeDe & Larry Wedekind:)

We meet every Tuesdays at the Posada pizza restaurant from 2,30pm to 4,30pm,,,come and meet Us and make new friends, please call 7204178 or just come in. thanks. viviane

The history of Boquete book will be available at the Tuesday market at both the Handicap Foundation book table and the BCP table in front of the theater. Only $6 for this wonderful book with text and photos covering the early history of Boquete and the people who settled here. Interesting trivia -- Boquete was settled mostly by foreigners. Stop by and pick up a copy. $2 from every sale goes to charity. Also, at 10:30 in the theater there will be a most interesting presentation about the history and current dangers of Volcan Baru.

LOST DOG - Rio the dog was lost in Potrerillos Abajo around 8am on April 30. He is brown, 45 pounds, likes to run and chase cows in the fields. He has a brown collar with his name "Rio" and some phone numbers. We are worried that he could've been kicked by a cow and could be hurt. He will be quite skittish if startled. Last seen April 30 early morning in Potrerillos Abajo and was heading north through cow pastures either towards Volcan, Potrerillos Arriba, or Palmira. He is fast and could be anywhere by now, possibly heading toward Volcancito or Bajo Boquete if he can make it that far, but may accidentally go towards Volcan, or return to Potrerillos to find his brother Remo. He was lost from the Howling Success dog kennel, near Zapadora and the police station in Potrerillos. We are worried and miss him and are currently in the USA and can't be actively searching for him until we return on Wednesday. Anything helps, please notify anyone in these areas and keep watching for him. We will offer a reward for anything that can help find him. WhatsApp +507 6438 4277 (Amy) or WhatsApp +507 6406 5750 (Jim) Or call +507 6645 6156 (Ed) or 6769 4357 (Diana) Or email: amylynn22@gmail.com

Mark your calendar May 2nd-15th! Mike’s Global Grill and Buenos Vecinos de Boquete are joining together to help 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 a can of Klim (360 grams) and receive for each purchased meal a token good for one national beer, soda, or rum or vodka drink. Featuring an international menu, Mike’s Global Grill is a Boquete favorite and known for its consistently delicious food, live music and fun atmosphere. Mike’s is open daily. Sunday-Thursday 8 am – 10 pm. Friday-Saturday 8 am – 11 pm. American-style Breakfasts 8-11 am daily 2 for 1 Bloody Marys and Mimosas 8 am – 1 pm Daily Happy Hour 3-6 pm. Tuesday 2 for 1 Drink Specials Noon- 6 pm and Taco Tuesday Mexican Specials all day. Kitchen closes one hour prior to closing time. Live music Fridays and Saturdays. Directions: in Bajo Boquete off Avenida Central. One block south of Los Establos Plaza and across the main street from Sugar and Spice. Phone 730-9360 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MikesGlobalGrill/ Website: http://www.mikesglobalgrill.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mikesglobalgrill/ Celebrate Cinco de Mayo at Mike's Global Grill!!!!

LPG supertanker passes through new Gatun Locks YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/rQ5s_6mVdI0 FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/100000700576218/videos/1522129874487017/?l=5522239385379957513

Yes, the Lightning Season is upon us...is your home protected? If you have panel mount surge protectors that use indicator lights, you don't have the level of protection you've been led to believe. These products use components that degrade over time and should be replaced every 3-5 years. They also allow between 400-600 volts to pass to your 120 volt equipment before they even start to work...not good! I install the highest quality panel mount surge protectors in a set of two, one for lightning and the other for utility surges. At $250 installed (locally), this set is a bargain that you don't want to be without. No degrading components, no indicator lights, no excessive voltages passed through to your valuable equipment. If you want true Whole House Protection, your Cable TV, Telephone, Internet Radio wires need dedicated surge protectors separate from the panel mount units. Lightning can travel on ANY wire that enters the building and I know of many people who have sustained considerable lightning damage through the Cable Onda (cable TV) service wire. Don't delay, surges can happen at any time, in any season. Email today for an appointment: sparkyboquete@gmail.com Your Boquete Expert for: *Consulting *Surge Protection *Troubleshooting/Repair *Lighting Design and Installation *Generators and Transfer Switches *Energy Monitoring *30 Years Experience Boquete Electrical Solutions Impeccable Craftsmanship sparkyboquete@gmail.com 6877.2275

Pleased to announce that BQT Stickers (both styles) are now available at Mike’s Global Grill and Boquete Art Cafe! Be sure to stop in and check them out. Up to date list of locations that sell can be found www.goo.gl/eKCGqA If you are a business interested in selling, please contact us for more information. BQT Sticker www.fb.com/BQTstickers

YiA YOGA invites you to join us on your mat this May. We have classes for people of all levels and a special free yoga class on Mother's Day honoring all mothers! 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. May Calendar and more info: http://www.go2yia.yoga/classes-yiayoga/ Namaste

The purpose of this email is to provide access to some photographs taken on Friday, April 28th at the inaugural performance of the BCP Olde Timey Radio Show. Here is the link to those photos, as posted on Chiriqui.Life. You do not need to be a member to view these pictures. http://www.chiriqui.life/calendar/event/692-bcps-inaugural-radio-show-live/ Bud and Marcelyn

10:30 in the BCP Theater Tuesday, May 2 – Baru’s Eruptions and Aftermath - A Geologist’s Observations. Volcan Baru, even as a “dead" volcano, looms ominously on our western horizon. Will it ever erupt again, could it? Dr. Paul Myers retired geology professor (University of Wisconsin, 1968-1997), with considerable volcano experience will share his ”observations” of Baru and what they may reveal of its violent past, even what they might mean for the future. Why doesn’t Baru “look like” a typical volcano? Why no lava flows? What’s the origin of all the steep-walled terraces and deep, rugged canyons? No matter how good you are - in the Boquete area, no one is an “expert”. More questions than answers. Dr. Myers will distribute hand-outs. Tuesday, May 9 – Evolution of the sports of Rock Climbing & Slacklining in Panama in general and Boquete in particular. Program presented by Cesar Augusto Melendez - Panama's first proffessional rock Climber & Sponsored World athlete and Ruben Dario Camarena - Panama's first Highliner. The presentation will include photos and videos. www.panamarockclimbing.blogspot.com Tuesday, May 16 – Jason Boss is a lifetime high level technician, an ex hacker, and an ex Googler. His talk is going to equip every single person with some tools and some basic information when it comes to computer security and computer maintenance. You will get real world experience on tools, tips, tricks, and things you can do to stay safe in a very dangerous Internet. When people leave this talk they will have the tools they need for Windows or Mac's and be able to defend and keep their computers and themselves safe. Tuesday, May 23 – Dr. Bill McGraw will give a talk on the research he has done on coral reefs of Panama. Dr Bill Has been studying coral reefs in Panama for over 5 years and has documented the effects of the most intense el nino (2015-2017) in the past 25 years that has caused increased ocean temperatures and bleaching of coral (newaquatechpanama.com). He has visited every major reef system in Panama and has a scientific paper published in the Journal of Reef Encounters, regarding the el nino effect on corals at the Secas Islands., Did you know that corals have been reported to have been reduced by 50% in the Caribbean area of Panama during the past 30 years? Thankfully, although there has been widespread coral mortality, corals have found a way to adapt and survive the higher temperatures. Come and find out how they are doing it and what we can do to ensure the survival of one of the planet's greatest treasures. Go here to read more about Dr. McGraw’s work in Panama saving the shrimping industry and visit his website at www.newaquatechpanama.com Tuesday, May 30 – Melissa Vallarino, owner of Academia International Boquete will speak on education in Panama. Tuesday, June 6 – JR Pazo with Health Alliance Panama and We Care Pharmacies will present the following topics: -Presentation of HealthAlliance Panama and the new Hospital Brisas in Panama City that will accept VA-FMP, CHAMPVA, and TRICARE. - Location, POCs, and phone numbers of the pharmacies and clinics affiliated with HealthAlliance Panama that accept VA-FMP, CHAMPVA, and TRICARE -Explanation of the free services provided by the volunteer Veterans Assistance Officers (VAOs) to veterans, spouses, dependent children, widows, and widowers - Location and phone numbers of the VAOs throughout Panama Tuesday, June 13 – Boquete Hospice and Health 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 -- 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. To suggest a speaker or topic for these meetings please email BCP Tuesday Meeting To become a vendor at the Tuesday market, Facility Manger

Hi.... My name is Beau (short for Beauregard) and I'm almost 2 years old. I was found wandering around Los Molinos all shaggy and hungry. Penny and Jim gave me a foster home while I was neutered, given my shots and groomed. I now weight about 22 pounds and will eat anything you give me. Now I'm ready for my forever home. My hope is that a loving person will adopt me. I'm healthy, happy and friendly. I am crate trained and am quiet all night. I wake up with my tail wagging and ready for fun. At night I love to snuggle up in a lap or lie on my back next to my human. I get along very well with other dogs and children and I love to play with toys...especially if they squeek. So....please come see me Tuesday at the Market where I will be waiting to meet you. You'll know me by my ever-waging tail and friendly greeting. Or, you can call my foster mom, Penny Ripple, at 6948-8255 to beat the rush. You'll fall in love with me and can take me right home with you. Beau Boy