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[News Boquete] Are there substances in your life that You'd like to Let Go of?
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[News Boquete] Calling all vendors for the Amigos de Animales Christmas Market
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Saturday, October 31, 2026
[News Boquete] Catia - BoKitty Camp is coming — and the purring is about to get a whole lot louder in Boquete!
We at DogCamp Boquete NGO are very excited to share that construction will soon begin on *Catia – BoKitty Camp by DogCamp*! We will continue improving the spaces and care for our dogs while expanding our ability to provide shelter, care, and adoption opportunities for more kittens. Thank you, Ted, for believing in this project and making its construction possible. We’re grateful to share your words and excited for this new chapter. *DogCamp Boquete NGO – since 2014* *Message by Ted Hannig:* BoKitty Camp is coming — and the purring is about to get a whole lot louder in Boquete! For five years I’ve been proud to stand with this community in supporting Boquete DogCamp. Their work in rescue, shelter, and sterilization has made a real, lasting difference for so many of our four-legged canine friends - and had a very positive impact on the community not only getting so many stray dogs off the street but showing that we humans have compassion for animals. My hope has always been that the more compassion people show for animals the more compassion they show each other as humans. What many people don’t realize is that the inspirational founders -Javier and Magaly - actually started with cat rescue. A kitten named Catia. They’ve continued helping cats whenever they could, but without the right facilities, they simply haven’t been able to do for our feline friends what they’ve done so beautifully for dogs. Boquete is full of wonderful people who already give their time and hearts to cats. Even with all that generosity, the need is still greater than what we can meet as individuals. That’s why I know they will welcome this additional Support the same way they welcome the strays they help. At Rio de Amor we have five rescue cats (or, more accurately, they have us!). Plenty of friends and others have taken in strays too joining a small handful of folks helping in Boquete. In the past, I’ve donated to groups that are trying to help… It’s meaningful work — but it’s not enough. After watching the integrity, impact, and heart of the DogCamp team over the years — including when they stood firm against people who tried to undermine this critical mission — I’m joining them in a new chapter. Together we’re launching BoKitty Camp (yes the name is part of my quirky sense of humor) - a dedicated cat and kitten rescue and adoption program right at DogCamp. It will have the space and capability to support dozens of cats, giving them the care, safety, and chance at adoption they deserve. This is about addition, not subtraction. When you get a moment, please look at the video that I’m posting here about DogCamp and then you’ll understand. Perhaps why I chose it to be the new addition for kitten and cat rescue and shelter in Boquete. The dog programs will stay strong; we’re simply expanding the same spirit of care to our feline community. I’m honored to fund the construction of BoKitty Camp so we can get started. But launching it is only the beginning. Sustaining it will take volunteers, supporters, and the same community spirit that has made DogCamp such a force for good. Mark your calendars: on February 6th, as our 5th annual Puppy Love Party becomes the Puppy and BoKitty Love Party. Come celebrate the dogs we’ve been helping and the cats were about to welcome. We have some very exciting news coming about that event so stay tuned. Let’s add more good to the gato efforts. The dogs have been in great hands with DogCamp. Now the cats get additional help— and I can’t wait to hear the purring from the cats and the other cat rescue organizations that will have this additional support in our community... the final question is always what is best for the animal and I believe this additional help at the scale that we are going to build is best 🐱❤️ Who’s ready to help make BoKitty Camp an on-going reality? Don’t let the cat get your tongue! https://dogcampboquete.com/en 760a01f1-0727-4764-bd0f-568322a81ea7.jpg ___________________________________________________________________ The above message was distributed by /News Boquete/, a free subscription-based community service. /News Boquete/'s _*ONLY*_ public email address is news.boquete@gmail.com. For more info and use policy, visit https://www.dropbox.com/s/24y1vz2vae9iaen/News_Boquete_Policy.pdf?dl=0. *If replying to this message, reply *_ONLY_* to the *_ORIGINATOR_* (typically your email's 'Reply To' function works; do not use 'Reply All').* To stop receiving these emails, send a message to news.boquete@gmail.com with the word /_unsubscribe_/ in the subject line or body of the message. © 2005-2026, /News Boquete/. All rights reserved. Public redistribution strictly prohibited without prior written permission.
[News Boquete] DogCamp Boquete NGO - 12 Years of Love, Dedication, and Second Chances. 🐾
*12 Years of Love, Dedication, and Second Chances. 🐾* Today, we want to share a special video with you — a glimpse into the story of *DogCamp Boquete NGO*, how far we've come, and the dreams and projects that continue to move us forward. For the past 12 years, DogCamp has grown through hard work, dedication, and the incredible generosity of people who believe in what we do. None of this would have been possible without our wonderful volunteers, donors, friends, and supporters. Every contribution, every helping hand, and every act of kindness has helped us give more animals the care, safety, and second chances they deserve. We are especially proud of an important milestone in our journey: *DogCamp is now officially recognized as a nonprofit organization in Panama, in addition to our existing 501(c)(3) nonprofit status in the United States.* This recognition represents years of commitment and opens new doors for the future of our organization. And we are not stopping here. We continue to grow, improve our facilities, develop new projects, and work every day toward becoming a better shelter for the animals who depend on us. *To everyone who has been part of these 12 years, thank you.* You are part of DogCamp's story, and we hope you will continue to be part of its future. We invite you to watch this video and get to know a little more about who we are, what we do, and why we do it. We would also like to express our sincere gratitude to *Jim and Diane Knutzon*, whose generous support made the production of this video possible. Our heartfelt thanks go to *Julian Bonfligio*, who brought our story to life through this video, in collaboration with *Panaramas*, who contributed the beautiful drone footage, and the wonderful team at the *Humane Society of Charlotte*. Thanks to everyone involved, we have the opportunity to share not only what DogCamp does, but also the dedication, compassion, and commitment behind our work. *DogCamp Boquete NGO – Since 2014* 🌐*Visit Our Website:* https://dogcampboquete.com/en 🐾*Support Our Mission – Donate:* https://app.betterunite.com/dogcampboquete-alwayson 🛍️*Visit DogCamp Home Decor on Facebook:* https://www.facebook.com/share/14xQHQEJtsM/ Diseño sin título.jpg <https://youtu.be/WF8kUyEgkT0?si=TuJH1DwN7y2RQ5Ln> ___________________________________________________________________ The above message was distributed by /News Boquete/, a free subscription-based community service. /News Boquete/'s _*ONLY*_ public email address is news.boquete@gmail.com. For more info and use policy, visit https://www.dropbox.com/s/24y1vz2vae9iaen/News_Boquete_Policy.pdf?dl=0. *If replying to this message, reply *_ONLY_* to the *_ORIGINATOR_* (typically your email's 'Reply To' function works; do not use 'Reply All').* To stop receiving these emails, send a message to news.boquete@gmail.com with the word /_unsubscribe_/ in the subject line or body of the message. © 2005-2026, /News Boquete/. All rights reserved. Public redistribution strictly prohibited without prior written permission.
[News Boquete] A Musical Journey (Jo's Boys) at the Library
✨ An afternoon full of music, art, and emotions! 🎹🎶 The Boquete Library Foundation is pleased to invite you to “Mirrors, Dreams, Dialogues: A Musical Journey”, a special concert where the talented musician duo Jo's Boys will delight us with a unique musical experience, full of harmony and passion 🎶 📍 Location: Event Hall of the Boquete Library Foundation. 📅 Date: Sunday, November 15, 2026. 🕓 Time: 4:00 p.m. 🎟️ Admission: $15.00 per person. 📲 More information: 720-2879 / 6830-4973. ✨ Don't miss this wonderful opportunity to enjoy live music! Come with your friends and family and join us for an unforgettable afternoon 🎶. ___________________________________________________________________ The above message was distributed by /News Boquete/, a free subscription-based community service. /News Boquete/'s _*ONLY*_ public email address is news.boquete@gmail.com. For more info and use policy, visit https://www.dropbox.com/s/24y1vz2vae9iaen/News_Boquete_Policy.pdf?dl=0. *If replying to this message, reply *_ONLY_* to the *_ORIGINATOR_* (typically your email's 'Reply To' function works; do not use 'Reply All').* To stop receiving these emails, send a message to news.boquete@gmail.com with the word /_unsubscribe_/ in the subject line or body of the message. © 2005-2026, /News Boquete/. All rights reserved. Public redistribution strictly prohibited without prior written permission.
[News Boquete] Buenos Vecinos de Boquete Toys for Kids
20221223_103532 (1) (1).jpg70920750-5df0-4653-821d-7e8fac8c03bc.jpg Buenos Vecinos de Boquete is having its third annual Toys for Kids drive. The toys are for the children in the families we deliver food to. As you can see it is truly a joyful time for the children, and for us too! You can help by attending our annual fundraising dinner at Big Daddy's on November 15th, donating toys at our collections sites listed on the flyer or by making a donation. For more information, click on the flyer. Last year the community was so generous and we were able to provide 299 children with wonderful gifts. Thank you for your support! IMG-20261020-WA0012.jpg ___________________________________________________________________ The above message was distributed by /News Boquete/, a free subscription-based community service. /News Boquete/'s _*ONLY*_ public email address is news.boquete@gmail.com. For more info and use policy, visit https://www.dropbox.com/s/24y1vz2vae9iaen/News_Boquete_Policy.pdf?dl=0. *If replying to this message, reply *_ONLY_* to the *_ORIGINATOR_* (typically your email's 'Reply To' function works; do not use 'Reply All').* To stop receiving these emails, send a message to news.boquete@gmail.com with the word /_unsubscribe_/ in the subject line or body of the message. © 2005-2026, /News Boquete/. All rights reserved. Public redistribution strictly prohibited without prior written permission.
[News Boquete] November Patriotic Holidays in Panama.
November is known as El Mes de la Patria (Month of the Homeland) in Panama, covering nearly all of the country’s major patriotic holidays. Together, these holidays celebrate Panama’s history, national symbols, and long journey to independence.
November 3 Separation Day (Día de la Separación): This marks Panama’s official separation from Colombia in 1903, which led to the creation of the modern Republic of Panama. Three key points led to the separation.
Following its voluntary union with Colombia in 1821 (after independence from Spain), Panama suffered from long-standing central government neglect, civil wars, and economic instability.
The Hay-Herrán Treaty was rejected by the Colombian Congress on August 12, 1903, which had promised a United States built interoceanic canal that Panamanians desperately needed to boost their local economy.
The United States desired control of the canal project after the French effort failed. President Theodore Roosevelt backed the Panamanian separatists, deploying the USS Nashville to block Colombian troops from landing or crossing the Darien Gap jungle. The separation happened rapidly and without a traditional military conflict between Colombian and Panamanian forces. Colombia initially refused to recognize Panama’s independence, leading to long-standing tensions, which were eventually settled years later through the Thomson–Urrutia Treaty in 1914.
November 4 – National Symbols Day (Día de los Símbolos Patrios)
Originally celebrated as Flag Day, this holiday now honors Panama’s three national symbols: the flag, the national anthem, and the coat of arms.
María de la Ossa de Amador designed and sewed the first Panamanian flag with help from her family. The original flags were publicly displayed on November 3, 1903, the day independence was proclaimed. The flag was provisionally embraced during independence and later formally adopted by Law 48 on March 25, 1925
White: Represents peace and harmony where the political parties operate.
Blue and Red Quarters: Represent Panama’s two historical political parties, blue for the Conservative Party and red for the Liberal Party.
Blue Star: Symbolizes purity and honesty.
Red Star: Symbolizes authority and law.
November 5 – Colón Day (Día de Colón): This day commemorates the actions taken by the citizens of the city of Colón in 1903. A large contingent of the Colombian army was still stationed in the port city of Colón, preparing to march toward Panama City to crush the independence movement. The citizens successfully prevented Colombian troops from traveling across the isthmus to Panama City by train, effectively securing and finalizing Panama’s new independence. According to local lore, generously plying the troops with local alcohol and entertainment, they successfully convinced the Colombian military to stand down and retreat.
November 10 – The First Cry of Independence (Primer Grito de Independencia): This holiday remembers the 1821 uprising in the town of La Villa de Los Santos, which triggered Panama’s ultimate break from the Spanish Empire. On November 10, 1821, townspeople in La Villa de Los Santos—led historically by figures like Rufina Alfaro staged the first open revolt against Spanish colonial rule in Panama.
This uprising sparked momentum across the isthmus, leading directly to Panama’s formal declaration of independence from Spain later that month on November 28, 1821.
November 28 – Independence Day from Spain (Independencia de España): This marks the official date in 1821 when Panama declared total independence from the Spanish Monarchy and subsequently made the decision to join Gran Colombia. It marks the final major celebration of El Mes de la Patria (Patriotic Month). After the initial anti-Spanish uprising in La Villa de Los Santos on November 10, Panama formally cut ties with the Spanish Monarchy on November 28, 1821. Following a bloodless revolt spearheaded by leader José de Fábrega, Panamanian officials signed the Independence Act in Panama City.
The entire country celebrates all these special dates with music, parades, speeches, marching bands, traditional Panamanian costumes and fireworks.
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Friday, October 30, 2026
[News Boquete] Naga: massage, Reiki and tai chi in Boquete, plus a talk on 16 Nov
NAGA
heal · balance · grow
Who I am
I am Mounir, a holistic practitioner based in Boquete. My work is to make people feel seen and heard until they remember who they are.
My objective is for you to no longer need me; thus, heal · balance · grow.
Heal: 'I help you pick yourself up' - We work on the cause with a plan, journey and a clear objective.
Balance: 'I walk with you' - We ensure the healing is integrated or sustained, via exercises and/or a tailor-made toolbox.
Grow: 'I gently let you go' - This is the step where you walk your path, and I follow up from a distance.
I have been combining wellbeing experience and studies with corporate work for 13 years: qigong, tai chi, Jungian psychology, bodywork and nutrition. In 2023, I left corporate life and made this my life's work. I know the desk, the deadlines and the shoulders up by the ears from the inside. That's where most of my clients start.
Training
18 years of practice. Full-time since 2023.
• 2025-2026: Corrective Exercise Specialist (NASM), Clinical Neurodynamics (NDS), SFMA movement assessment
• 2020 to 2021: Nutrition (1.5 yrs) and Phytotherapy & Apitherapy (1 yr), Europese Academie, Ghent
• 2019: Reflexology (ICZO)
• 2015: Acupressure (ICZO)
• 2012 to 2015: Applied Jungian Psychology, B.S.J.P., 150 hours plus 180 hours of supervised clinical practice
• 2010 to 2012: Medical Qigong (2 yrs), Tai Chi, De Zachte Kracht (5 yrs)
• Since 2008: Qigong in the Buqi Institute tradition, still practising every week
• 2005: Master's in Linguistics & Literature, specialisation in multilingualism, Free University of Brussels
How I work: 'The Bodha Method'
I don't offer a formula. I offer a framework, and a genuine commitment to walking alongside you as you find your own way back to balance. The method I created to bring my knowledge and mission in service of your needs: 'The Bodha Method'. The five pillars of this method: Nourish, Move, Breathe, Rest, Know.
• Nourish. Nutrition, phytotherapy and apitherapy.
• Move. Movement assessment, corrective exercise, nerve mobility, hands-on work, qigong and tai chi.
• Breathe. Breath takes your nervous system out of alert mode, so the body stops bracing.
• Rest. Sleep, recovery and Reiki for nervous system and sleep restoration.
• Know. Applied Jungian psychology: shadow work and archetypes.
The Bodha Method is used as a compass.
The Bodha Method starts with a free intake conversation.
Services
• Therapeutic massage. For pain, injury, and chronic tension. Deep tissue, acupressure and craniosacral.
• Nervous system relaxation. Targeted work on the body's three most nerve-dense areas. A deep parasympathetic reset, fully clothed.
• Reflexology. Precise work on the reflex points of the hands and feet, corresponding to systems throughout the body. Grounding and deeply restorative.
• Reiki. Gentle, hands-on energy healing that supports the body's natural capacity to restore balance, release blockages, and promote deep stillness.
• Private classes. Qigong, tai chi, specific exercises for flexibility and core strength, or for body ailments such as sciatica. $35 for up to 4 people. From the 5th person, $5 per extra person.
Prices
Session |
At your home |
At the practice |
Therapeutic massage |
$50 |
$45 |
Nervous system relaxation |
$50 |
$45 |
Reflexology |
$40 |
$35 |
Reiki (90 min) |
$55 |
$55 |
Packages of 5: $5 less per session.
The practice is in Volcancito, Boquete.
I work alongside your doctor.
Where to meet me
• Library talk. On 16 November at 11 am, I will be giving a talk at the library: 'Holistic & Somatic Wellbeing'.
• Monthly class at the Haven. Last Saturday of the month; one hour, one element, its organ and its emotion, through gentle movement, breath and a healing sound to take home. No reservations required.
• Weekly classes at the Haven. Every Tuesday and Thursday; 12:30; Tai-chi.
A free introductory call, no commitment, no pressure.
WhatsApp: +507 6303 9091 - Email: info@naga.care - Website: www.naga.care
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[News Boquete] Patriotic November Holidays
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