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NOW AVAILABLE AT THE TUESDAY MARKET!! Fresh Merchandise Panama Silver Balboa Coins 1931 and 1934 Beautifully designed coins in attractive grades. Same size and silver content as a US Morgan or Peace dollar. .7735 troy ounce. 1931 $40 each, several available 1934 $25 each, several available See you there!

Medicinal Tinctures of: Ashwagandha Reishi Mushroom Tumeric Turkey Tail/Chaga Moringa Capsules of dried Moringa, Ashwagandha, Lions Mane Mushroom and 14 Blend Medicinal Mushroom powder Teas: Fresh Red Hibiscus NEW *Stinging Nettle – anti-inflammatory for joint & muscle pain, prostate, kidney issues, and allergies Moringa (dried leaf or powder) RADISH SPROUTS Variety bag of greens for cooking or juicing (pre-order only) Finally, the tomatoes and blackberries are ripening on the vine and will make their debut in a couple of weeks plus more surprises in the near future. Come by my table Tuesday in the Octagon room at the BCP Market and say hi. For emotional balancing, ask about the Bach Flower Remedies for you or your pet.

$15 for a 15 minute chair massage at the Tuesday market. Next to Finca Santa Marta. Try one out and then make an appointment for a longer session. 7 days a week from 9-7. Make an on-line appt. today... www.thaituinamassage.com -- http://thaituinamassage.com/ ¨CLICK the LINK to book an appointment¨

Ash Wednesday service, for the English speaking community, is 9:00 a.m. at San Juan Bautista Church in Boquete. All faiths welcome.

Thirty-seven Panamanian and expat recipes are featured in both Spanish and English and bound in a convenient design that lays flat for easy reading. The cost is $10 each and all proceeds will benefit BVB and Fundacion Pro-Integration. Pick up the new cook book at Tuesday Market or at the Handicap Foundation, Fundacion Pro- Integration. The cookbooks will be available at The Quilt Lady's table at the Tuesday Market. The Handicapped Foundation is located in a blue building on the left hand side of the road going towards David from Boquete across the road from the two story green apartment and office building and next to the new public clinic under construction.

Lent starts Wednesday and even if you don't observe it, think about giving up stress. Regular participation in community drum circles has been proven by medical research to reduce cortisone levels and the effects of stress on the body. The activity also boosts your immune system. All that while having fun! We will continue to hold our meditative drum circles in the hex room at BCP where Tuesday Market is held. We get together every Wednesday at 4 PM and all are welcome whether an experienced drummer or not. If you want to play, you'll get some help to make you comfortable joining the group. Come down to play or just listen and let's support the continuation of artistic creativity in this great community space. Mike Potts

I am thrilled to announce that Yoga Boquete will continue to offer classes 6x week at the Hex Room at the BCP. Same location, same schedule. www.yoga-boquete.com ASHTANGA SHORT FORM Monday, Wednesday, Friday: 9 - 10 am (60 min) $6 YOGA NIDRA Monday 10:30 am (approx 45-60 min guided meditation for deep relaxation) $5 ASHTANGA FULL SERIES Tuesday: 6 - 7:30 pm (90 min, evening class) $8 GENTLE HATHA YOGA Thursday & Saturday: 9 - 10 am (60 min) $6 For more information, feel free to contact: Joy at 6426-0843 See you there!

Opening Parade & Free Concerts in Central Park Folkloric Dancers, Student Musicians, Rigoberto Coba Big Band & Shuffle Demons YOUTUBE LINK: https://youtu.be/r01_DIiPZG0 John R Hampton BJBF Cinematographer NotSereyus Productions

I just learned that with the permanent departure of Elizabeth (Lucy), La Villa will not be open tomorrow, so we obviously cannot show a movie. Sorry for the short notice. I will notify Film Club participants and the community as soon as the new schedule is approved. David van Harn, Curator Boquete Film Club

Hola Vecinos YOU ARE IN FOR A TREAT THIS MARCH BCP presents Production progresses and the prognosis is EXCELLENT but we are still in need of some things and some talent... We stil need a portable bar set - you know, one of those cases for traveling that carries a couple of bottles and has glasses and the accessories for making a cocktail... We just want to borrow it and we will carefully keep it safe and secure. We really need a hairdresser (or two) and a make-up artist (or two) who can volunteer for the days of the performances but also the dress rehearsals. Your talents will make this a memorable event for all - and you get credit on the program!! WoooHooooo Please contact me at chrisinpanama@outlook.com or 6559 2148 or Gabrielle Reynolds at gabrey03@yahoo.com. Thanks for supporting your Boquete Community Players Chris Jones Producer

To the people of Boquete re La Villa Café at BCP Like most of you, all the members of the BCP Council are saddened that Elizabeth/Lucy has had to make the decision to leave Boquete. She brought a phenomenal creativity and a formidable sense of style to the place and created for BCP and for all of us an amazing focal point and gathering place for the community. To say that she will be missed is an understatement. The BCP Council wants to be sure everyone understands that the Café will continue. After tonight’s farewell party and benefit for Elizabeth, the Café will be closed for Sunday and Monday (it is always closed on Monday) and will open in time for Tuesday Market on February 28 and be open six days a week from that day. Meanwhile, the BCP Council has already begun discussions with parties interested in running the Café and keeping it the wonderful center of community that has been achieved. Any and all of you who plan and have regular events here, please stick with the Café. We even have Elizabeth’s phone and website still active for reservations and planning. We will make the transition as easy on all as we can. With appreciation to all BCP Council

10:30 in the BCP Theater Tuesday, Feb. 28 – What is that creepy, crawly creature? Wes Campana will first describe the local insects with the most dangerous bites and stings and how to avoid them and what to do if bitten. He has three display cases with the examples. He also has a couple of power point slide and video clip presentations of those bugs and others. The talk terminates with a question and answer period. 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

Eventos de Marzo: Pintura, Fotografía y Literatura March Events: Painting, Photography and Literature Está cordialmente invitado a que nos acompañe y disfrute de los eventos culturales programados para este mes de Marzo. ¡Le esperamos! You’re cordially invited to join us and enjoy the whole cultural events programed for this month. We wait for you! Copyright © 2017 Biblioteca de Boquete, All rights reserved. Su dirección esta registrada en nuestra base de datos. Our mailing address is: Biblioteca de Boquete Calle Principal Bajo Boquete Boquete Panama

The CHI Continues . . . Tai Chi classes: EVERY Monday & Thursday 9 - 10am Public Gym (behind Terpel) Bajo Boquete New students starting all the time ! Tai Chi-riquí Panamá Boquete & DavídCHIRIQUÍ, meto! facebook.com/taichiriqui?ref=hl

Dear Friends & Fans, We'll be hosting a very Special Jazz Standards & Oldies show at Seasons Restaurant in Alto Boquete, on Sunday March 5, from 5:30-8:30pm! We'll be performing a selection of all your favorite Jazz Standards, Blues, Motown, and some very well-known Great Oldies thrown in too! We hope you'll join us for dinner and/or drinks and dessert at the NEW Fabulous 5-Star rated Seasons Restaurant in Lucero. Reservations NOT REQUIRED, but recommended. Shuttle Service will be available from Boquete by request. Reservations email is on the photo below. 50% of the Proceeds benefit Food & Education for La Estrella Village Children Courtesy of DeDe, Larry, Nicole and Sandeep Lal & Lucero. We really hope to see you all there...It will be a warm intimate evening of great food, drinks, music, views, friends & FUN! DeDe, Larry & Nicole Enjoy life! Enjoy music! DeDe New! “Dream of You” 2016 IMEA ALBUM of the YEAR: NOW Available! Indie Music Channel's BEST NEW Female ARTIST of the YEAR-2016! 2 IMEA ALBUMS of the YEAR .

This will be a very special event - a benefit where all donations go to Elizabeth (Lucy) Farrell, proprietress of the La Villa Coffee Lounge. As many of you know, the facility was burglarized this week, with most of the stolen goods being La Villa's coffee and tea products and equipment, as well as some of the electronics belonging to BCP. However, the big-screen TV is still there, and I will bring own audio equipment to make sure we have good sound for what I hope is a big audience. We will definitely have popcorn and coffee and drinks available, and hopefully there will be food as usual for a light lunch or late brunch. Movie starts at 1pm. 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. (For this special screening, all donations will go to the La Villa Coffee Lounge help to ensure that La Villa remains open, and continues to provide a wonderful venue for our weekly Boquete Film Club screenings.) -------------- Upcoming movies - details about each film will be sent out the week before the screening. February 26: Brooklyn (2015) (Rated PG-13) March 5: Manchester by the Sea (2016 - U.S.) March 12: Tracks (2013 - Australia) March 19: Buena Vista Social Club (1999) ------------- Preface: I spent a couple of hours thinking about the best way to use the Sunday Movies to help Elizabeth and La Villa by finding a film that would be appropriate, and hopefully draw a bigger audience than usual . I decided to push out the schedule for our films one week so we could present this special screening. I think the movie "Brooklyn" will be appropriate following the setback for Elizabeth (Lucy) and her wonderful La Villa Coffee Lounge. Elizabeth's surname is Farrell - a good Irish name - and coincidentally, the surname of a leading character in the film. The film tells the of the internal struggles of a young Irish woman who moved to the U.S. in 1951 to start a new life in a place with more opportunity. As the story progresses, the lead character has to decide whether to stay in her adopted place or return to Ireland for family reasons. Description: (From the Roger Ebert Website - LINK): "Brooklyn" is the story of "Eilis Lacey, a young woman from a working family circa 1950. She’s bright, open and industrious, and there’s not much meaningful opportunity for her in her small Irish town. An Irish priest visiting from the United States sponsors Eilis for a job in the book’s title borough, and Tóibín beautifully tells of her uncomfortable crossing, her loneliness and alienation in her new world, how she finds her own way and finds romance, and what happens after she’s called back to her old home—away from the place where she’s been working so hard to make good." "The director and screenwriter have been gifted with an extraordinary lead actor. In the role of Eilis, Saoirse Ronan is as alert, intelligent, and emotionally alive as the character herself. Ronan, herself a native of Ireland, has, in this movie, put on a very, if you’ll excuse the expression, Irish-girl face: open, clear-eyed, with a not-hard jawline that’s nonetheless set with a certain kind of determination. It’s the furthest thing from forbidding, but it also sends a clear message: she’ll brook no nonsense." "Eilis is called back to her home to cope with a family tragedy. As much as she’s come to love her new life, the forces of homesickness and guilt, as well as the attentions of the kind, handsome local fellow Jim Farrell (Domhnall Gleeson, ...cause no small confusion for Eilis. Her inner conflict is played out with terrific sensitivity and understatement, but the director and the actors deliver the final click of the plot’s tumblers with no small emotional force. It’s a quietly devastating moment that, like much else in the movie, has a resonance that extends far beyond its immediate circumstances." "The persistent feeling that this movie so beautifully creates is that even when the world is bestowing blessings upon us, it’s still at the bottom a sad place, and the key to an emotionally healthy existence involves some rooted acceptance of that. The movie ends with Eilis having made some substantial steps to that accepting place, and also determined to move purposefully forward." David Van Harn Boquete Film Club Curator Link to trailer

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CLOSED FROM SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 25 TO WEDNESDAY, MARCH 1. WE WILL RE-OPEN FOR BUSINESS ON THURSDAY, MARCH 2 AT 9:00 A.M. PLEASE CALL to 6603-5347 OR EMAIL THEDOGSPOTBOQUETE@YAHOO.COM TO SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT. CERRADO DEL SABADO 25 DE FEBRERO AL MIÉRCOLES 1 DE MARZO. SE VOLVERÁ A ABRIR EL JUEVES, 2 DE MARZO A LAS 9:00 POR FAVOR LLAMAR AL 6603-5347 OENVIE UN EMAIL A THEDOGSPOTBOQUETE@YAHOO.COM PARA PROGRAMAR UNA CITA