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This months meeting is at the Library because The Dixie Swim Club opens at the BCP at 5pm. It would be very crowded for us. You do not need experience with water colors or painting to have fun at this meeting, if you do it is OK :-) You have to contact Mary Ellen to reserve a spot or reply to this and we will forward to her. Boquete Artworks Follow us on our Web Site to catch the latest news from us! P.S. If you no longer wish to receive emails from us, please hit reply and write "unsubscribe" in the subject line. We'll remove you from our list right away.

Janice Blankert is in need of a unit of A positive blood. She needs surgery, and she cannot get it scheduled until she has a unit available. You will be going to the Women's & Children's Hospital. If you can donate anytime in the next few days, please call Charlotte Lintz 6590-2000. Charlotte

If you have an interest in "border hopping" (to maintain pseudo-legal status as a resident of Panama), then you need to read a topic on Chiriqui.Life (CL) website. Please click here for more information: http://www.chiriqui.life/topic/5156-venezuelans-stuck-at-the-border/ You do NOT have to be a registered member to read this topic. If you wish to post a comment or reply, then registered status is required. Staff at CL -- support@chiriqui.life www.chiriqui.life

We have a purebred Australian Blue Heeler female named Julie for adoption . She is one years old , great watch dog, very protective of her family. Julie is very beautiful , she has full face mask with excellent confirmation modeling and patches. Julie has the potential to become a very good herding dog. She needs a environment where she can get plenty of exercise. We are moving back to the States and Julie need a new forever home asap. We also have another dog up for adoption. Her name is Zerlina . She is we believe part Rottie and part Doberman. Very sweet , great with children , great watch dog. She is also spayed all vacations up to date. Zerlina is a stray that came to us several months ago.. She is roughly around a year old. We are moving back to States and she needs a new forever home.

Dear Wardens- We here at the Embassy have reached out to immigration to obtain details about the news pasted below regarding the implementation of immigration regulations. According to the Duty Chief at Migracion-Paso Canoas, the PNM Immigration Director is enforcing these migratory requirements across Panama. This means that if an Immigration Official determines that a foreigner is using tourism status to reside in Panama, the entry will not be allowed. The Duty Chief gave examples of this situation, indicating that persons who exit Panama before the 6th month approaches and re-enter after three days, which is a clear sign that the individual is residing in Panama under a tourist status, will not be allowed re-entry. In summary, these regulations were already in the books but now it seems the immigration authorities throughout Panama are going to be stricter about enforcement. That said, we have yet to receive a complaint from a U.S. citizen actually denied entry at the border for the reason outlined above. If you receive questions on this issue, you may refer people to panama-acs@state.gov. Kind regards, Stephanie https://translate.googleusercontent.com/translate_c?depth=1&nv=1&rurl=translate.google.com&sl=auto&sp=nmt4&tl=en&u=http://www.tvn-2.com/nacionales/Migracion-permitira-entrada-extranjeros-pasaporte-Noticias-Panama_0_4705029487.html&usg=ALkJrhiMHev_Nzv31rd1ZBaE7IebpR7ceg# The National Migration Service (SNM) adopts a stricter stance and says that it will not allow the entry of foreigners who travel to Costa Rica to seal their passport and subsequently wish to enter Panama as tourists. The announcement was made by the institution through its official account in the social network Twitter this Monday, March 6. This statement follows the case of dozens of Venezuelan immigrants who have been stranded for several days in the Paso Canoas area and who denounce a "immigration blockade." Stephanie Espinal Unit Chief/Jefe de Unidad American Citizens Services/Federal Benefits Unidad de Asistencia a Ciudadanos Estadounidenses/Beneficios Federales Consular Section / Sección Consular U.S. Embassy Panama / Embajada de los Estados Unidos de América en Panamá e-mail: Panama-ACS@state.gov Tel: (507) 317-5000 http://redirect.state.sbu/?url=http://redirect.state.sbu/?url=http://redirect.state.sbu/?url=http://redirect.state.sbu/?url=http://redirect.state.sbu/?url=http://redirect.state.sbu/?url=http://redirect.state.sbu/?url=http://panama.usembassy.gov Fax: (507) 317-5303

The Boquete Knitters and Quilters Deliver! The Boquete Knitters and Quilters made their first delivery of 2017 to the Centro de Salud by Romero and to the Clinica in Palmira. Included in this delivery were 55 baby blankets, 60 baby quilts, 103 knit hats, 27 sweaters, 18 pair of booties and 11 knit baby washcloths. This count does not include the items we send to Hospital Obaldia and Nutre Hogar in David, nor those which we send directly out into the Comarca. We thank each and every one of you who supports our efforts by tucking yarn or fabric into your suitcase, contributing to our "stash fund", or being a part of the Great Boquete Soup Fest.

Tickets are available at next week's BCP Tuesday Market, Mailboxes Etc. and at the door if we have not sold out! 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/

YiA YOGA invites you to join us on your mat! We have classes for people of all levels and offer Yoga Teacher Training for those who desire to take their own practice to the next level! Try our new class with Doris on Tuesdays at 11am and work on your hips and hamstrings! YiA also offers private health coaching, massage and much more. Visit us online today to learn all about our amazing holistic health services at www.go2yia.yoga or call us at 507-6630-3769. Namaste!

New Boquete Stickers are available! www.fb.com/BQTsticker for more information, updates and where you can get them in town. Currently available at Boquete Mountain Safari, Big Daddy’s Grill. Adding more partners everyday. Wholesale pricing available for Businesses or Non-Profit Organizations.

The memorial service for Gary Pitts will be held Wednesday, March 8 from 10 AM - 1 PM at the BCP in Boquete. Gary passed away on Feb. 12, 2017 after a brief hospitalization. He was 74 years old and is survived by his loving widow, Dr. Jennifer Daniels, two sons, Tony Sutton and Curtis Pitts, several grand children and great grandchildren. Friends are invited to come and share their memories of Gary and pay their respects to the family in a brief ceremony beginning at 10:45. Refreshments -- Gary's favorite pastries and roast pork sandwiches -- will be available.

Today is the day. Bring your cutlery to the BCP Market and you will have the sharpest knife in the drawer. Jerry from the Cutting Edge

John R Hampton NotSereyus Productions

Tickets on Sale at Tuesday Market

This puppy, Maggie, was lost for about 4 hours a week ago. She needs a forever home. She has been examined, wormed, vaccinated, and spayed. Yes, she was found around her own neighborhood, in great shape within hours of being lost. Maggie is a full blooded yellow lab. Her owners already have two very large dogs, but live in a house with no fence. She is a lovely little friend. If interested, please respond to this email. Many thanks. Renny Kranich <rennykranich@gmail.com>

Mike’s Global Grill would like to give a huge thank you to the community of Boquete for your generosity and support for our friend Roger Brewington. The fundraiser held yesterday, RogerFest 2017, was a big success and will help Roger pay the mounting medical bills from his long hospitalization and needed upcoming procedure. A big thank you to Debby Banker for organizing the event and all of her tireless work and endless hours to make it fun and successful. Another big thank you goes to Gail Anstey for also helping to pull off the event and her ongoing assistance to Roger in dealing with hospital bureaucracy and paperwork. She is also going to be setting up a Go Fund Me account so that we can continue to help raise funds for his needed procedure. Thank you to Robert and Helen for your huge generosity, the hospital visits and bringing Roger home. Thank you Jack Medeiros for opening up your home and watching over our friend. Thank you Lee Ann Osbun for organizing the Meals on Wheels and to everyone who signed up to bring meals over for Roger - let’s put some weight back on him! Thank you to all of the musicians who played for over 5 hours yesterday and kept us entertained and on our feet dancing. The Adam Reach Band and family (Adam, Luis, Adhis, Arya, Allan) is our favorite house band and they very generously donated their talents and tips to the cause. Thank you to Andy Egert, Steve Kenyon, Drummer Mike “Metallica” McClaughry and Pink Floyd Dale for jamming like the rock stars you are. Any other musicians I missed, forgive me and THANK YOU! Huge thanks to Tracy and Paul from Panama Joe Coffee for the gorgeous gift basket of your wonderful coffee, chocolate beans and beer coozie. Muchas gracias to Allan Guerra from the Varela company for the gift baskets of Abuelo rum, Stanislav vodka and Seco. Thank you to Joerg Senne and Irma Marengo for the generous gift certificate to the Rock. And thank to Bev Hall for donating the stunning painting that EVERYONE wanted to win! Thank you to Bryan Del Cid and our entire staff for all of your hard work and keeping everyone fed, watered and happy. We have a great crew at Mike’s and appreciate their dedication and excellence. And finally thank you to all of our customers and friends for opening up your hearts and supporting our friend Roger in a time of need. Your generosity and kindness were overwhelming and because of your support, you are helping a good person with literally another chance at life. Thank you all for being part of an amazing community and for being our family here in Boquete. Heidi and Michael Rehm Mike’s Global Grill

UPDATE ON BOQUETE MEDICAL AND ASSOCIATES (BMA) SERVICES We keep growing and trying to fullfill your needs. Our Home hospitalization plans for medical and nurses attention has been very succesfull. You do not have to go to David to solve conditions that can be solved in Boquete and at a reasonable price. Also our membership plan is being acquire for consultations online, and prescriptions online among other benefits. Emergencies are been seen during daytime until 11pm. If you are a member and need attention passed this time, you can contact your primary care physician and you will receive the service. There are 2 NEW LOCAL AND REGISTERED GENERAL PHYSICIANS in the group, DR.. DANIEL PITTI FREIBURGHAUS (fluent English), DRA. ELYANIS HERNANDEZ (Intermediate English), so we can attend your needs in a shorter period of time. Remember our main goal is to develop our MOSTLY NEEDED BOQUETE MEDICAL CENTER. We know that together we will make it happen. For more information call Alfa Clinic 69495998 or write to boquetemedical@gmail.com

Hi Everyone, Lots of awesome changes happening at The New Big Daddy's Grill!!! We are crazy excited to show you what's coming next! For now here's some great news, Happy Hour has been birthed!! We are adjusting our schedule to be closed on Tuesdays! Its time for us to rest a day after the last 3 months of non stop go, go, go. Happy Hour will be from 3pm to 5pm everyday except Tuesday when we will be closed. Happy Hour Menu $3 6 Buffalo Wings $3 Mini Loaded Nachos $3 Mini Loaded Curley Fries $3 Jalapeno Poppers $1 National Beers $2 Wine Things to look forward to this month Last Monday of the month Tax MeX night from 5pm to 9pm Live music from Soulfire and others!! Stay tuned for more exciting news!!

Sheila Strunk shestrunk@gmail.com

I will no longer be selling Berkey water filters and Air Oasis Machines. Once my inventory is sold I will be done! All sales are cash only. Inventory and prices: 2 Big Berkeys ( 2.25 gallons capacity)............$300 1 pair of ceramic replacement filters............$60 1 sight spigot ( Big Berkey)............................$40 1 sight spigot (Royal Berkey).........................$40 5 AO1000 replacement cells (AO1000 machine) $80 2 AO3000 replacement cells (AO3000 machine) $100 5 AO250 replacement cells (AO250 mobile unit) $50 Thanks for your business! Stacey info@airoasispanama.com or regniss@aol.com phone signal is bad but my phone is 6866-9399 Tuesday Morning Market in the Hex Room from 9 to 11:30

John R Hampton BJBF Cinematographer NotSereyus Productions

BOOK STUDY This book group offers an opportunity to explore non-dual teachings and provides support for participants in their own spiritual quests. Sunday, March 12 we will begin a study of The Sound of Silence: The Selected Teachings of Ajahn Sumedho Ajahn Sumedho was the first westerner to undergo training in the Thai Forest Tradition. From 1967-77 he trained under Ajahn Chah at Wat Nong Pah Pong. He has come to be regarded as the latter's most influential Western disciple. His teachings are very direct, practical, simple, and down to earth. In his talks and sermons he stresses the quality of immediate intuitive awareness and the integration of this kind of awareness into daily life. Like most teachers in the Forest Tradition, Ajahn Sumedho tends to avoid intellectual abstractions of the Buddhist teachings and focuses almost exclusively on their practical applications, that is, developing wisdom and compassion in daily life. His most consistent advice can be paraphrased as to see things the way that they actually are rather than the way that we want or don't want them to be ("Right now, it's like this..."). He is known for his engaging and witty communication style, in which he challenges his listeners to practice and see for themselves. Students have noted that he engages his hearers with an infectious sense of humor, suffused with much loving kindness, often weaving amusing anecdotes from his experiences as a monk into his talks on meditation practice and how to experience life ("Everything belongs"). You are welcome to join us Sunday March 12 at 10:30 a.m. We will have an introduction to the book as well as food to share. There are no charges of any kind. If you are interested please call Evelyn at 6752-2283 or email evelynkendall@gmail.com for more information and directions.

10:30 in the BCP Theater Tuesday, March 7 -- Allison Tilluma will speak about detoxification of the body, how the body naturally detoxifies, why it is necessary, and what we can do to support it in a nourishing and natural way. Allison is a local massage therapist, herbalist, and yoga teacher. She has been specializing in alternative medicine for the past 10 years after realizing Western medicine was not effectively treating her issues. Tuesday, March 14 – David MacKenzie will speak on “Diseases Are Your Friends” and are messages from your body (and God). Medicines are unnatural and toxic and just kill the messenger. David believes the great majority of diseases are caused by diet and lifestyle and we all need to know the biologically correct diet. Tuesday, March 21 – “Saving Your Brain” by local resident Ted Harrison, MD. Dr. Ted will tell us how to help avoid Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, dementia, etc. as you grow older. Tuesday, March 28 – Kevin Fisher aka “Sparky” will give a talk/demonstration on cutting edge light based wellness technology. These products are used for appetite control, cell repair, detoxification, sleep, pain relief, energy, stress, and inflammation control. FREE ADMISSION Tuesday, April 4 – Mike Petersen (BS Mathamatics and BS Information Technology) presents “The Universe, Q&A”. He will entertain questions about the Universe, regardless of content. Mike has made a life-long study of Cosmology and associated topics, and know that a Q&A on this subject would garner many, many questions. Many will not be answerable, but that is one of the points. Tuesday, April 11 – Four Boquete authors present their works: James Fletcher - Poetry (https://www.amazon.com/Poems-Terra-James-Thomas-Fletcher/dp/153771113X/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1481402495&sr=8-1&keywords=james+thomas+fletcher) Byron Edgington - Biography or essay (https://www.amazon.com/Vietnam-Anthem-What-War-Gave-ebook/dp/B01NAI0LFO/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1482844730&sr=1-1&keywords=a+vietnam+anthem) Gabrielle Reynolds - Fiction (in progress) Tuesday, April 18 – Scott Yates will speak about the attributes and use of treated bamboo in construction of affordable kit houses already built and available here in Boquete. These are lightweight, ultra strong, energy efficient, quiet homes that are ultra low waste with natural light and beauty. Designs are available in ultra low cost 400 sq ft to luxurious 1800 sq ft homes. FREE ADMISSION Tuesday, April 25 – Jim Kavney will tell us about snakes in Panama – the good, the bad and the ugly. Jim’s love of Reptiles began when he was a youngster in New York and he became a Herper for life. He’s collected and studied snakes ever since and even worked a summer job with Ross Allen, one of the best-known herpetologist in the U.S. in the fifties. Jim’s goal is to teach us to identify and to not automatically kill the snakes we find in our yards and fields. Tuesday, May 2 – 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 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, 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. . To suggest a speaker or topic for these meetings please email BCP Tuesday Meeting To become a vendor at the Tuesday market, email facilitymanagerbcp@gmail.com