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The presentation on Getting ready for "The End" refers throughout to the booklet "Being Prepared" by Boquete Health and Hospice. If you have a copy please bring it with you, if you don't already have one, you can get it at the presentation or in advance at Mailboxes Etc.

Learn Spanish while having fun with a trained teacher and Native Panamanian! Success depends on both qualifications and experience of the teacher. I provide 12 years of teaching Spanish in Boquete along with 3 years experience in Reims, France combined with my formal training ( Master's Degree in Teaching Spanish and Official Authorized Public Translator English/Spanish and vice versa) I promise ONE-on-ONE, balanced classes that allow you to learn pronunciation, articulation and grammar skills at your own pace while building comprehension and confidence. Laughter is part of our class, when you have fun you learn more rapidly and retain more content. I am offering one on one private lessons as stated above and group lessons on special request. GET YOUR FREE TRIAL NOW! Contact me, Jacky, your Spanish Teacher at: 6604-8676, whatsapp: 6907-3411 Email: jackylescure22@gmail.com Please allow me to make this esteemed recommendation about Jacky Lescure. Jacky has been my Spanish tutora for almost 5 months now. Her help has been above and beyond my expectations. She puts her heart into each and every one of our meetings. She arrives on time fully prepared but is also flexible enough to be able to tailor the lesson in the moment. Our lessons have been solely in Spanish. However, there have been times when I am stuck on a word or verb, and she thoroughly helps me understand. Jacky makes herself available in person and on Zoom. We have also been in contact using WhatsApp and email. All of our meetings have been face to face, which I believe are like language immersion experiences. Jacky values my time and shows that it is important to her that I improve my skills in Spanish. I intend to continue as her student for as long as she feels that she can help me. Thank you, Jacky. David Yavitz Jacqueline has many traits and qualifications that make her an excellent Spanish language teacher. She has a passion for teaching, is patient, and has a sense of humor that makes her classes fun. I never feel pressured or stressed when I struggle to remember a word or how to say something in Spanish, and we both find things to laugh about during the class. If you are looking for a teacher that can make learning Spanish enjoyable, I highly recommend Jacqueline. – Michael Clark Jacqueline has many traits and qualifications that make her an excellent Spanish language teacher. She has a passion for teaching, is patient, and has a sense of humor that makes her classes fun. I never feel pressured or stressed when I struggle to remember a word or how to say something in Spanish, and we both find things to laugh about during the class. If you are looking for a teacher that can make learning Spanish enjoyable, I highly recommend Jacqueline. – Michael Clark. -- Jacqueline Fuentes Professor in Higher Education Authorized Public Translator

WE have lost a female calico cat 7 years old named Sophie in Alto Quiel if you see her please take care of her and call Nancy 61304738 thank you She escaped last Friday from Alto Quiel Her new home She lived till then in Volcancito Vallee of Flowers She may try to return there if so please call Mary 68483674 whatsapp or Pastor Elza +1 813 5709655 thank you.........

Alert: December 20 Demonstrations Wednesday December 20, 2023, marks the 34th anniversary of Operation Just Cause. Historically on this date, demonstrations and protests have occurred at various points throughout Panama City and at the U.S. Embassy in Clayton. Several groups announced that they will protest at the U.S. Embassy on December 20. Because December 20 is a local holiday, the Embassy will be closed to the public, with access on and off the Embassy compound restricted. Actions to Consider Should Protest Occur: · Avoid Demetrio B. Lakas Ave. in Clayton in front of the U.S. Embassy on December 20. · Avoid demonstrations. · Exercise caution when traveling. · Monitor local media for updates. · Exercise caution if unexpectedly in the vicinity of large gatherings or protests. · Contact local authorities (dial 911) for any immediate health or safety concerns. · Register for STEP (link below) and refer to our website for the latest alerts and messages for U.S. citizens. For assistance: U.S. Embassy Panama City, Panama +507 317-5000 Panama-ACS@state.gov https://pa.usembassy.gov/ State Department - Consular Affairs +1 (888)407-4747 or +1 (202)501-4444 Panama Country Information Enroll in Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive security updates Follow us on Facebook and Twitter

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PIANO RECITAL BY MUSICAL PROMISES If you are nearby or have plans in Boquete, we invite you to enjoy a children's presentation where, to the rhythm of the piano, a talented group of girls and boys will light up the afternoon with their performances. Under the instruction of Professor Carmen Alvarado, we open this musical parenthesis to reward the dedication of the children and support them with our participation this coming Friday, November 24, at 4:00 p.m., at the Boquete Library. We are waiting for you! (Donation per person: B/.5.00) Tickets Available in Mail Boxes and Boquete Library.

With the disruptions in peoples travel plans we need more volunteers willing to take mail to USA. If you are able to help please send us an email or drop by our table at the Tuesday Market in the Arco iris Room.

NITE NITE, PUPPIES BOOK HAS ARRIVED! Nite Nite, Puppies is a toddler saying goodnight to 10 different dog breeds. For ages 1-3 years old, it is an endeavor the author worked on due to grandmothers requesting books for younger children. Bilingual, English/Spanish. There are ten different breeds and below is one puppy- an Irish Water Spaniel. Come and check out the book! The illustrator is Yassie Duque- one of our Boquete illustrators- come and see her adorable illustrations; you’ll love them! The book is available at the BCP Tuesday morning market, Arco Iris building.

Our mission is to provide low cost spaying and neutering of dogs and cats, and to promote the general welfare of animals in our community and surrounding areas. Si prefiere recibir los correos electrónicos en español, haga clic aquí.   AMIGOS DE ANIMALES BOQUETE PANAMÁ NOVEMBER 2023 NEWSLETTER   CLINIC POSTPONED TO NOVEMBER 26TH The October clinic was postponed to Sunday November 26th. We will make a decision by early Friday November 24th if we need to postpone the clinic again. Please WhatsApp Rosa at 6563-8686 if you have any questions.   CLINIC MUSINGS FROM THE PRESIDENT We're starting a new section from our newish President, Leslie Sherling: We have recently changed some of our major processes at our monthly clinic. One result of these changes is that I have found some time on my hands to actually take in what's going on at the clinic rather than just running from situation to situation in recovery. I observed that we had an outstanding group of school volunteers at the last clinic. There were some new volunteers and some returning volunteers. What stood out to me was their care and empathy for these animals, as well as their vigilance and dedication to taking the best care of them that they could. The smiles on their faces reflecting the enjoyment of helping these animals was contagious. These volunteers will be the future doctors, veterinarians, and community leaders here in Boquete, in Panama, maybe the world. After what I saw, you know what, I think we are in pretty good hands.   NOVEMBER 14th MINI-CLINIC We had registered over 300 animals for our October clinic, so when it was postponed, it meant a lot of animals would become pregnant waiting just one month. Kirsten Quimby and some of our other wonderful collectors asked if we could do a smaller clinic to get some of those animals spayed or neutered. Of course, we said we'll find a way! On Tuesday November 14th, we spayed or neutered 42 animals, 41 cats and 1 dog (cats are much quicker). A big thanks to Kirsten, our collectors, and our dedicated volunteers for finding a way to get this done when most everyone in Chiriqui had little gas in their tanks. What a team we have!!   "THEY ASKED - WE ANSWERED" FUNDRAISER FOR CLINICS IN 5 LOCAL SCHOOLS Last week we kicked off our year-end campaign to raise funds to do sterilization clinics near Boquete-area schools where our volunteers have been helping. After two clinics in our schools, we know that one very important piece is our mobile van. With the van we are able to pack up everything that is needed to put on a clinic for up to 200 animals. Add a few volunteers and a veterinarian or two or three as well as a school to set up, we are good to go. The one other necessary ingredient is your help. We have 5 schools on the waiting list for a clinic. At a cost of $40.00 to sterilize a dog or cat, we need $4,000 per clinic to sterilize 100 animals. The van, the volunteers, the schools are all ready to go! Can you help us spay it forward with your donation? Please click on the button below. Click here to donate   ANNUAL HOLIDAY BOUTIQUE POSTPONED The "Holiday Boutique" that was scheduled for November 18 has been postponed to January 13 and has been renamed the "Arts and Craft Market". This event is a celebration of creativity and will feature a wide range of handmade items from local artisans. Visitors can expect to find unique and one-of-a-kind pieces, including jewelry, iron work, wood work, soaps, textiles, and more. The "Arts and Craft Market" is a great opportunity to support local artists and find the perfect gift for someone special. Whether you're looking for a unique piece of jewelry or a beautiful piece of woodwork, you're sure to find something that catches your eye. VIP tickets are $25 which includes a special gift, free beverage and early entry (11:30). General admission is $5 and includes a gift with access from 1 - 4 PM. Each vendor will donate a prize to be raffled. Raffle tickets can be purchased and placed in containers at the vendor(s) of your choice. So mark your calendars for January 13th and come out to the "Arts and Craft Market" to celebrate creativity and support local artists. We look forward to seeing you there! Click here for more information, or contact Sherry Shirritt at sshirritt@gmail.com. Tickets are available at BCP Tuesday Market, Mailboxes, Mike's Global Grill and Larry's Place.   BOQUETE NATURE & MUSIC FESTIVAL Get your tickets now for the Music Festival to be held at TapOut on February 10 & 11, 2024. Tickets are $69 for each day. Proceeds benefit Amigos de Animales, DogCamp and Kids Camp Boquete. Tickets can be bought at the BCP Tuesday Market. Contact Carol Cardinale-Santana at cardinalesantana@gmail.com.   GET TO KNOW OUR AMIGOS DE ANIMALES FAMILY This month we're featuring another Panameño volunteer: Name: Giovanna “Giovy” Rojas Your position/title with AdA: Admitting Concierge How long have you been working with AdA? I started as a volunteer with the AdA clinics in 2007 for nearly two years. Then I left the area for business and family reasons. I started to volunteer again in July 2022 as part of the non-profit organization “Dejando Huellas Boquete” whose purpose is to minimize the risk of unwanted animals. For that reason, we encourage our members to volunteer at the monthly sterilization clinics. Can you tell us a little bit more about what you do with AdA? My position is in Admiitting. When owners bring their pets to the clinic, we interact with them and their pets, try to address any questions or concerns they may have and help them as needed. Why would you encourage others to volunteer here with AdA? Once you volunteer at the clinic, you will want to continue. It feels so good to help people and pets and help prevent the needless suffering of animals who don’t have a safe place to live or food to eat. Click here for the rest of Giovy's story and more pictures on our website.   KIBBLE & BITS: • Food Drive: We are continuing to feed needy dogs and cats in Boquete at a cost of over $1,700 per month. You can donate by clicking here • Membership Drive: Sign up for your annual Amigos de Animales membership and receive a great car magnet. Membership is still only $10. You can sign up at the BCP Tuesday Market or at a clinic. • Gift certificates: We have made gift certificates in the denomination of $10 and $20, the price of an individual sterilization for a cat or a dog. Give your neighbors, gardeners and maids certificates for their dogs and cats. Let’s help each other help each other! These certificates are an easy way to help. They are available at the Animales table at the BCP Tuesday Market, at Mike's Global Grill or at the clinics • Educational Outreach program: We are visiting local schools to educate students about proper care for their pets, and the importance of spaying and neutering animals. Please email Katrina at katrinakneebone@gmail.com if you can help. Click here to donate, or click here to volunteer. • Spay or neuter your animal: we get new requests daily and are doing clinics by appointment only. Contact Rosa, our appointment coordinator, at 6563-8686 to be added to our list. • Rescue/adoption?: The mission of Amigos de Animales is strictly spay and neuter, we are not a rescue, adoption or veterinary service. Please do not ask Rosa about any other service - there are many other rescue groups in and around Boquete. • We have been updating our website - check it out here • Animales is always looking for stories and pictures to share in this newsletter. Please contact Andy at andy@syvcc.us if you are interested.   MARK YOUR CALENDAR - UPCOMING EVENTS • Training - you can watch our training here. We have training sessions for new volunteers Saturday at 9:45 the day before each clinic. Contact Leslie @ volunteer@aadab.org if you have any questions. • Clinics - Sunday November 26, 2023 (held the last Sunday of each month - we are dark in December) • Giving Tuesday - Tuesday November 28, 2023 - a global generosity movement unleashing the power of people and organizations to transform their communities and the world • 2024 Calendars - coming soon (unfortunately, the paper is in Panama City) • Annual Holiday Boutique Arts & Craft Market - Saturday January 13, 2024 - see above and click here for more details. Contact Sherry Shirritt at sshirritt@gmail.com. • Boquete Nature & Music Festival - Saturday & Sunday February 10 & 11, 2024. See above. Contact Carol Cardinale-Santana at cardinalesantana@gmail.com for more details. • Volunteer Appreciation Party - coming soon - watch for more details.   WAYS TO HELP AMIGOS DE ANIMALES: • Donations: Any amount will help. Click here for ways you can make a donation • If you would like to volunteer for Animales, contact Leslie or Raquel at volunteer@aadab.org • If you can donate dog or cat food, please drop it off at the Amigos de Boquete office in Alto Dorado or contact us @ info@aadab.org • Don't forget, the Animales Events Center is available to rent for meetings and gatherings of any kind. Contact Sherry Shirritt at sshirritt@gmail.com or 6858-3607.   Thank you for your support! We could not do what we do without all of our incredible donors, sponsors and volunteers!   Amigos De Animales, Inc. 2733 Oak Ridge Ct Ste 104 Fort Myers, FL 33901 Email not displaying correctly? 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Demonstration Alert (November 15 Update) U.S. Embassy Panama City, Panama Event(s): Two nationwide general strikes have been announced, the first beginning at 7AM on November 16 and ending at 7AM on November 17, and the second planned for November 20. The U.S. Embassy anticipates that extensive road closures will pose significant disruptions to the commutes and daily routines of many Embassy employees. In light of these potential disruptions and corresponding safety concerns, all U.S. Embassy staff have been advised to assess the impact of the strike and roadblocks on their daily activities and to coordinate work arrangements with their supervisors. Given the situation, routine consular appointments have been cancelled for November 16, 17, and 20, and cancellation notifications have been sent out. This includes the cancellation of Social Security walk-in services for tomorrow, November 16. Emergency services for U.S. citizens will continue. U.S. Embassy employees living in affected areas of Panama City have been advised to avoid demonstrations, limit movements, and stay indoors as conditions warrant. The U.S. Embassy continues to restrict mission personnel from traveling to Colón due to protest activity. Existing travel restrictions to parts of the Darien and Mosquito Gulf still apply. U.S. Embassy personnel continue to be advised to reconsider intercity travel due to ongoing disruptions, unauthorized “tolls” on intercity roadways, and reports of food and fuel shortages in some provinces of Panama. U.S. citizens should be reminded that Panamanian National Police have used tear gas and other riot control measures to disperse demonstrations, including when demonstrators have blocked roadways or clashed with the police. The U.S. Embassy will send out further alerts when there is a change to the current situation. Actions to Take: · Avoid demonstrations. · Exercise caution when traveling. · Monitor local media for updates. · Exercise caution if unexpectedly in the vicinity of large gatherings or protests. · Contact local authorities (dial 911) for any immediate health or safety concerns. · Register for STEP (link below) and refer to our website for the latest alerts and messages for U.S. citizens. For assistance: U.S. Embassy Panama City, Panama +507 317-5000 Panama-ACS@state.gov https://pa.usembassy.gov/ State Department - Consular Affairs +1 (888)407-4747 or +1 (202)501-4444 Panama Country Information Enroll in Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive security updates Follow us on Facebook and Twitter

Due to the continuing fuel problems and the threat of major road closures we have decided not to hold the chat on the Golden Years facility. We will re-schedule in the new year. Note that also there will not be a chat on Thanksgiving day - November 23rd Thank you for your understanding Community Chat Team