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Ross's Shopping Service for Expats

$40.00      BUY IT NOW

Ross Blankert will pick up four people in Boquete and transport them to various stores in David in his roomy Suburban. He provides coolers for the trip and boxes to keep stuff separate. He knows where many hard to find items are and he will take you there. He will safely return you to your Boquete home(s) and help you unload your purchases. You ride in a 1998 Suburban with lots of room including leg room and air conditioning.

Current Bid = $16; Minimum bid increment = $4      BID

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Three Days House & Pet Sitting

$60.00      BUY IT NOW

Jeff and Carol Bardeau, a responsible, retired Canadian couple off three days of house and pet sitting. They say that dogs adore them and they can offer references from both here in Panama and abroad.

Services limited to within 20km of downtown Boquete.

Current Bid = $14; Minimum bid increment = $6      BID

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High Speed Internet

$265.00      BUY IT NOW

Think that because you're in a remote area in Panama, you can't have High Speed Internet? Think Again!

With Planet Telecom you can have all the benefits of High Speed Internet in some of the most remote regions of Panama!  And, if you are going to be gone, you can "hibernate" your service from 1 to 12 months at a small fraction of the cost of your monthly bill.

Installation, wireless router, and 1 month of 1 megabyte service donated by Planet Telecom.

Current Bid = $100; Minimum bid increment = $25      BID

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Translation Services

$45.00      BUY IT NOW

Three pages (150 - 175 words) of English to Spanish or Spanish to English translation services by Leidy J. Cubilla, Traductor Publico Autorizado. Leidy practices in David.

Current Bid = $12; Minimum bid increment = $4      BID

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Spay or Neuter Your Dog or Cat

$100.00      BUY IT NOW

U.S. licensed veterinarian Sandy Ullstrup will come to your home and neuter or spay your dog or cat. You don't have to subject your pet to the stress and germs of a clinic or to a cage in a veterinary hospital. Your animal must be between 6 months and 5 years old and in good health. Valid January through March 2015 in the Boquete/Potrerillos area.

Current Bid = $40; Minimum bid increment = $10      BID

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Transport in Panama City

$30.00      BUY IT NOW

Transporte & Turismo Panamá, a dedicated tour and transportation company based in Boquete with an office in Plaza Los Establos and all bi-lingual drivers, will supply a driver and car to transport two people with their luggage:
1) from the Albrook airport or bus station to Tocumen, or
2) from Tocumen to the Albrook airport or bus station, or
3) from Tocumen to a downtown Panama City hotel.

Transporte & Turismo Panamá is available for all your transportation and tour needs.

Current Bid = $15; Minimum bid increment = $4      BID

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Transport between Boquete & David

$30.00      BUY IT NOW

Transport & Turismo Panamá, a dedicated tour and transportation company based in Boquete with an office in Plaza Los Establos and all bi-lingual drivers, will provide a driver and car to transport two people with their luggage from Boquete to either the David airport or bus terminal. The driver will pick up the passengers anywhere within 5km on either side of the David-Boquete highway.

Transporte & Turismo Panamá is available for all your transportation and tour needs.

Current Bid = $15; Minimum bid increment = $4      BID

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"RideFinder" Service Fee

$350.00      ** SOLD FOR FULL PRICE **

50% off "RideFinder" service fee. The Pre-owned Vehicle Purchase Facilitation Program includes: Sourcing, Inspection, Negotiation, Transfer and Title Process, and Insurance Arrangements. Excludes: Associated Expenses.

Donated by Keith Woolford, "The Car Guy"

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Lavanderia La Lierre Laundry Service

$15.00      BUY IT NOW

There's a new laundry service in town located behind the Boquete Bistro and next to Mascotas y Jardins. Saul Soto is the owner, speaks English and offers $15 off your next order. Use the certificate for $15 off dry cleaning, laundry, or rug cleaning - your choice. This is an all service facility offering laundry, ironing, dry-cleaning, carpet cleaning, etc.

Valid for 6 months after purchase.

Current Bid = $8; Minimum bid increment = $2      BID

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One Week Pet & House Sitting

$105.00      BUY IT NOW

Jacqui Davis and her sister Catt Vann, owners of Pet Sitters Panama, will sit your pets, your plants, and your house for one week. These sisters have lots of local references. The dates to be mutually agreed and within five miles of downtown Boquete (or cab fare paid).

Current Bid = $40; Minimum bid increment = $10      BID

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Boquete Recording Studio Session

$400.00      **SOLD FOR FULL PRICE **

A recording session at a professional Boquete area audio recording studio. The session is for a maximum of three hours and a maximum of three distinct songs recorded with a maximum of four musicians involved. Also includes all the postproduction work to produce an audio CD or, if preferred, a data disk with the processed audio files. Scheduling of recording coordination between the musicians and BRS (Boquete Recording Studio) must be undertaken to the mutual satisfaction of both parties.

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One Year Ad on Boquete.ning

$600.00      ** SOLD FOR FULL PRICE **

Boquete.ning is Boquete's most widely used information and discussion web site. Dozens of topics are discussed daily by hundreds of daily users. The ad will be 1.45" x 1.45" and run in the right hand column of the home page for one year. The ad must link to a web site and be relevant to the greater Boquete community.

Donated by Boquete.ning founder, Lee Zeltzer

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Framing Service Gift Certificate

$40.00      BUY IT NOW

Gift Certificate for any framing service... canvas stretching, cleaning, remounting, replace glass with non-glare, matting, custom framing of your treasured artwork. Eric Carlson, the Frame Guy, is Boquete's premier framing expert.

Current Bid = $15; Minimum bid increment = $5      BID

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Dog Training

$50.00     ** SOLD FOR FULL PRICE **

Local dog trainer and whisperer Jennie Allen will give you and your dog five 1-hour private lessons. Greater Boquete area only.

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Personal Property Insurance

$56.00      BUY IT NOW

For your peace of mind, respected Boquete insurance broker, Magda Crespo, offers a year of Personal Property Contents Insurance. The policy covers your personal property from theft, assault, damaging lightning strikes and other threats. See Magda on the second floor of San Francisco Plaza in Alto Boquete for all your insurance needs. Magda offers expertise in all insurance areas: health, automobile, homeowners, and travel.

Current Bid = $26; Minimum bid increment = $6      BID

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Mailbox Service

$55.00      BUY IT NOW

Two months of Basic Personal Plan mailbox service with 2 kilograms (4.4 lbs) weight for letters and packages included per month at the Boquete MBE.

For new or existing clients. Overweight charges and customs charges not included. Get it all done at MBE:
    Mailbox Services
    Digital Printing & Copy Services
    Packing & Shipping Services
    Moving Supplies & Packaging Materials
    And so much more!

Donated by Velkys

Current Bid = $35; Minimum bid increment = $5      BID

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Document Delivery to U.S.

$55.00      BUY IT NOW

One document carried to the U.S. by DHL Express. Donated by Velkys, owner of Mail Boxes, Etc. in downtown Boquete.

Current Bid = $25; Minimum bid increment = $5      BID

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Transport between Albrook & Tocumen

$30.00      ** SOLD FOR FULL PRICE **

Dependable, bi-lingual transport expert, Jose Saenz, provides a popular and reliable transportation service in Panama City for all your needs: airport transfer, pet pick-up, renewal of passport and other needs when you just don't want to hassle with the traffic. Jose gives us a transfer for 1 or 2 people between Albrook (airport or bus station) and Tocumen airport.

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Legal Transaction Interpretation

$80.00      BUY IT NOW

Raquel Atencio is an official and licensed Interpreter/Translator Spanish/English/Spanish Lic. 86-IP-08, Min. de Gobierno y Justicia, febrero 27, 1996. She is also almost a lawyer.

She offers a two hour interpretation for ONE legal transaction. This transaction could be at the Notary or at court (Ministerio Público) or at a lawyers office.

Current Bid = $20; Minimum bid increment = $5      BID

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Psychic Reading

$75.00      BUY IT NOW

One hour psychic reading by Lynn Garrett. Lynn has been doing energy healing and psychic work professionally for 20+ years. She teaches energy healing and psychic development courses. In this session, the first 10 minutes will be her initial psychic impressions and the rest of the time is available for questions about any parts of your life -- relationships, health, business, career, and so on. The questions can be focused to understand your past or to move towards your future.

Current Bid = $20; Minimum bid increment = $5      BID

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Past Life Regression $150.00      BUY IT NOW Have you wondered what your past lives were like? Who you were, Where you lived, What you did that is influencing this life? Have you been with a special person before and, if so, what was your relationship? Have you felt an immediate connection to, or dislike of, another person? Did you have a relationship with them in a past life? Have you experienced a déjà vu, swearing you have been somewhere or done something before, yet knowing you haven't? Now is your chance to have a Past Life Regression and find the answers to these questions. Jo Greene, a Certified Hypnotherapist, has been using hypnosis and teaching self-hypnosis for over 40 years. She studied under Dorothy Gates, Doreen Virture and many other outstanding tutors including Dick Sutphen, the Master of Past Life Regression. She is a past member of The American Board of Hypnotherapy. Two hour session. Current Bid = $95; Minimum bid increment = $10      BID Genealogy Consultation $25.00      BUY IT NOW A one hour consultation on your genealogy given by professional consultant and researcher Carol Bruner, Ph.D. No bidding; Buy It Now only Genealogical Family Tree $500.00      BUY IT NOW Carol Bruner, Ph.D. offers a family tree (with photographs if provided). This will be produced through extensive genealogy research conducted via a large number of services to which she subscribes. This research is limited to European, English, Irish, and North American databases as well as very restricted Latin American databases. She is unable to do genealogical research for Asian, Middle Eastern or African family histories. Carol is an accomplished and experienced genealogical researcher. This will be a wonderful legacy to give to your family. If your surname is very common (e.g. Smith) and Carol is unable to complete the genealogy past the early 1800's,  Bid 4 Boquete will refund your money. Current Bid = $320; Minimum bid increment = $40      BID Website & Magazine Advertising $600.00      BUY IT NOW Twelve months of advertising in Location Panama, Panama's ultimate website, and a 1/4 page ad in the glossy Panama 980 Lifestyle and Travel magazine.  Place your ad and millions of people will see it. Current Bid = $200; Minimum bid increment = $50      BID Transport between Tocumen & Albrook $35.00      BUY IT NOW Luis Arce can be your man in Panama for airport transfers. He speaks perfect English. Luis will transfer up to three people between Tocumen airport and Albrook (either bus terminal or airport) or vice-versa. Luis will pay all tolls. Reservations required. Current Bid = $15; Minimum bid increment = $5      BID Radio Interview $400.00      BUY IT NOW What would you give to be able to speak to a world-wide radio audience for 25 minutes about your service or business? The world-famous E-zine, Escape Artist, now owns an internet radio station broadcasting from right here in Chiriqui. In December they will begin broadcasting to the entire subscriber base. Escape Artist currently has a subscriber base of over 250,000 people, mostly from the US and Canada and over age 50 with incomes of $150k + who want to become ex-pats. The show will also include social media promotion. The Escape Artist Panama Facebook page has over 9000 followers. Your show will be an interview and discussion format with the radio host, showcasing your business, and will include guidance in putting your segment together. Sign up for our free newsletter by clicking here.  Follow us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/panamaescapeartist  Current Bid = $30; Minimum bid increment = $20      BID Computer Consultation $50.00      BUY IT NOW Jim Thompson, owner of Boquete Computers, with 30 years experience, offers a gift certificate for up to 2.5 hours of consultation/maintenance for your Windows-based computer in his conveniently located Volcancito home. Jim can clean-up viruses, install and set-up computer security protections, clean the system and back-up your documents. Windows 8 Systems and older. Current Bid = $15; Minimum bid increment = $5      BID 6' X 8' Storage Unit Rental $64.00      BUY IT NOW One month rental of a 6' x 8' storage unit for a new client. Chiriqui Storage offers secure, dry and reasonably priced storage units in a variety of sizes. They also offer vehicle storage, consignment sales, and a monthly flea market. Current Bid = $25; Minimum bid increment = $5      BID Vehicle Storage $32.00      BUY IT NOW One month vehicle storage for a new client's car, pickup, or small boat (up to 20 ft). Chiriqui Storage offers secure vehicle storage while you are out of Panama. Current bid = $15; Minimum bid increment = $4      BID Transport between PC Airports & More $30.00      BUY IT NOW Your man in Panama, René Guardiola will transport one or two people between airports in Panama City, between airport and hotel, or between airport and bus station. Rene speaks perfect English and offers many services such as a tour guide or concierge. This is for outgoing departures from Tocumen during May through October only and the passenger is responsible for all tolls.  Current bid = $20; Minimum bid increment = $5      BID Photo Restoration $50.00      BUY IT NOW $50 worth of photo restoration. Your original photos remain untouched and are returned to you. Kindly donated by graphic artist and computer whiz Fran Hogan. Current bid = $20; minimum bid increment = $5      BID Credit Towards Any Purchase $125.00      BUY IT NOW Join over 350 of your colleagues, including some of the most prestigious companies in Panama, to receive high quality positive exposure to people moving to, doing business in, or visiting Panama. Best Places In The World To Retire offers a $125 credit towards any purchase in 2014. Use your credit for: • Marketplace listings • Presenting a webinar. • Hosting a booth at a virtual trade show. • Sponsoring a Visitor Newsletter. To serve your new customers, the site is divided into four sections: • Community Q & A, with over 1,000 of the most frequent questions and answers about Panama. • Location Adviser, which provides a personalized recommendation for the best place to live. • Expat Stories which contains real life stories by people who have moved to Panama • Marketplace, where the best service providers and non-profits have their listings. Current bid = $30; minimum bid increment = $10      BID Two Days House & Pet Sitting $70.00      BUY IT NOW Reliable and Caring House and Pet Sitting Services. Craig and Nancy Burgess will sit your house and your pets for two days and nights. "While you are away, have the kindhearted stay." Excellent references upon request. Current bid = $15; minimum bid increment = $5      BID The Dog Spot - Where Dogs Hang Out $40.00      BUY IT NOW Roberto Rios, owner of The Dog Spot Boquete, gives your choice of: 1 - Full grooming service+ reconstructing treatment or 2 - Full grooming + whitening treatment or 3 - Full grooming + oils and conditioning treatment The Dog Spot offers all grooming services (pet and show), a variety of pet supplies, day care and boarding. Current bid = $10; minimum bid increment = $5      BID Website Development $650.00      BUY IT NOW Darlene Lindholm, web designer extraordinaire (not her words), offers a 5-page new web site development in Weebly with limited custom coding, plus 1-year site maintenance up to four hours per month. Free domain name through Weebly included. If you wish to register your own domain name, you can choose any provider you want at your own cost. Site development in English only. Additional pages can be purchased at $50/page, and additional maintenance at $10/hour. These prices are approximately 1/3 the current average going rate as in the US. See the Bid 4 Boquete website for an example of Darlene's fine work. Current bid = $230; minimum bid increment = $50      BID Radio Interview $400.00      BUY IT NOW What would you give to be able to speak to a world-wide radio audience for 25 minutes about your service or business? The world-famous E-zine, Escape Artist, now owns an internet radio station broadcasting from right here in Chiriqui. In December they will begin broadcasting to the entire subscriber base. Escape Artist currently has a subscriber base of over 250,000 people, mostly from the US and Canada and over age 50 with incomes of $150k + who want to become ex-pats. The show will also include social media promotion. The Escape Artist Panama Facebook page has over 9000 followers. Your show will be an interview and discussion format with the radio host, showcasing your business, and will include guidance in putting your segment together. Sign up for our free newsletter by clicking here.  Follow us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/panamaescapeartist  Current Bid = $30; Minimum bid increment = $20      BID Computer Consultation $50.00      BUY IT NOW Jim Thompson, owner of Boquete Computers, with 30 years experience, offers a gift certificate for up to 2.5 hours of consultation/maintenance for your Windows-based computer in his conveniently located Volcancito home. Jim can clean-up viruses, install and set-up computer security protections, clean the system and back-up your documents. Windows 8 Systems and older. Current Bid = $15; Minimum bid increment = $5      BID 6' X 8' Storage Unit Rental $64.00      BUY IT NOW One month rental of a 6' x 8' storage unit for a new client. Chiriqui Storage offers secure, dry and reasonably priced storage units in a variety of sizes. They also offer vehicle storage, consignment sales, and a monthly flea market. Current Bid = $25; Minimum bid increment = $5      BID Vehicle Storage $32.00      BUY IT NOW One month vehicle storage for a new client's car, pickup, or small boat (up to 20 ft). Chiriqui Storage offers secure vehicle storage while you are out of Panama. Current bid = $15; Minimum bid increment = $4      BID Transport between PC Airports & More $30.00      BUY IT NOW Your man in Panama, René Guardiola will transport one or two people between airports in Panama City, between airport and hotel, or between airport and bus station. Rene speaks perfect English and offers many services such as a tour guide or concierge. This is for outgoing departures from Tocumen during May through October only and the passenger is responsible for all tolls.  Current bid = $20; Minimum bid increment = $5      BID Photo Restoration $50.00      BUY IT NOW $50 worth of photo restoration. Your original photos remain untouched and are returned to you. Kindly donated by graphic artist and computer whiz Fran Hogan. Current bid = $20; minimum bid increment = $5      BID Credit Towards Any Purchase $125.00      BUY IT NOW Join over 350 of your colleagues, including some of the most prestigious companies in Panama, to receive high quality positive exposure to people moving to, doing business in, or visiting Panama. Best Places In The World To Retire offers a $125 credit towards any purchase in 2014. Use your credit for: • Marketplace listings • Presenting a webinar. • Hosting a booth at a virtual trade show. • Sponsoring a Visitor Newsletter. To serve your new customers, the site is divided into four sections: • Community Q & A, with over 1,000 of the most frequent questions and answers about Panama. • Location Adviser, which provides a personalized recommendation for the best place to live. • Expat Stories which contains real life stories by people who have moved to Panama • Marketplace, where the best service providers and non-profits have their listings. Current bid = $30; minimum bid increment = $10      BID Two Days House & Pet Sitting $70.00      BUY IT NOW Reliable and Caring House and Pet Sitting Services. Craig and Nancy Burgess will sit your house and your pets for two days and nights. "While you are away, have the kindhearted stay." Excellent references upon request. Current bid = $15; minimum bid increment = $5      BID The Dog Spot - Where Dogs Hang Out $40.00      BUY IT NOW Roberto Rios, owner of The Dog Spot Boquete, gives your choice of: 1 - Full grooming service+ reconstructing treatment or 2 - Full grooming + whitening treatment or 3 - Full grooming + oils and conditioning treatment The Dog Spot offers all grooming services (pet and show), a variety of pet supplies, day care and boarding. Current bid = $10; minimum bid increment = $5      BID Website Development $650.00      BUY IT NOW Darlene Lindholm, web designer extraordinaire (not her words), offers a 5-page new web site development in Weebly with limited custom coding, plus 1-year site maintenance up to four hours per month. Free domain name through Weebly included. If you wish to register your own domain name, you can choose any provider you want at your own cost. Site development in English only. Additional pages can be purchased at $50/page, and additional maintenance at $10/hour. These prices are approximately 1/3 the current average going rate as in the US. See the Bid 4 Boquete website for an example of Darlene's fine work. Current bid = $230; minimum bid increment = $50      BID Click for larger view Metal Wall Art $40.00      BUY IT NOW Gary and Linda Butler donate this modernistic metal piece of wall art. The piece measures approximately 24" x 30". Current bid = $16; minimum bid increment = $4      BID Click for larger view Floating Fantasy 8-Strand Necklace $125.00      BUY IT NOW One of a kind Floating Fantasy 8-strand necklace. Made with turquoise, metal and glass beads. The adjustable ties are made of macramé with beaded dangles. Beautiful piece. A real show stopper. Designed, created, and donated by Barb Severs. Current bid = $30; minimum bid increment = $10      BID Silk Wrap Bracelet $43.00      BUY IT NOW Comfortable, colorful, and totally original, these silk wrap bracelets are bound to attract compliments! Made entirely by the hands of Boquete resident, Annie Scherz, the ribbons are sewn and then dyed in small batches resulting in variations between each ribbon. Adorned with her hand made glass disc bead "buttons", you can be sure that each bracelet is totally unique - just like you! Free of any metals, these bracelets are perfect for those with metal sensitivities. Also available in magenta. These bracelets truly ARE "1 size fits all" as they are fully adjustable; just change where you tie the knot! Bracelet comes with easy-to-follow instructions for how to put them on and there is even a demo video at http://studioluma.bigcartel.com/product/silk-wrap-button-bracelet Current bid = $10; minimum bid increment = $3      BID Golden Frog Bracelet $50.00      BUY IT NOW The bracelet is pewter with a gold plated frog. Designed and donated by Vernon Wilson, one of the top 10 jewelry designers in the U.S. and CEO of Panama Bay Jewelry before he retired to Panama. Vernon has been on the Oprah Show and also featured in People Magazine. His designs are reflections of Panama and his travels around the country. Part of the profits from the sale of the Golden Frog pieces are donated to the Smithsonian to help support the fight to save the Golden Frogs. Vernon designs and hand carves the originals then makes molds so they can be reproduced. They are assembled by the blind students in his program at Vision of Hope Panama, which teaches the blind and disabled to make jewelry and cut gemstones. This program is sponsored by jewelry sales, the Episcopal Diocese of Panama, and the Panama Elks Club. Current bid = $30; minimum bid increment = $5      BID Click for larger view Golden Frog Earrings $25.00      BUY IT NOW These earrings are pewter with gold plated frogs and stainless steel ear wires. Designed and donated by Vernon Wilson, one of the top 10 jewelry designers in the U.S. and CEO of Panama Bay Jewelry before he retired to Panama. Vernon has been on the Oprah Show and also featured in People Magazine. His designs are reflections of Panama and his travels around the country. Part of the profits from the sale of the Golden Frog pieces are donated to the Smithsonian to help support the fight to save the Golden Frogs. Vernon designs and hand carves the originals then makes molds so they can be reproduced. They are assembled by the blind students in his program at Vision of Hope Panama, which teaches the blind and disabled to make jewelry and cut gemstones. This program is sponsored by jewelry sales, the Episcopal Diocese of Panama, and the Panama Elks Club. Current bid = $12; minimum bid increment = $3      BID Click for larger view Encaustic Painting $110.00      BUY IT NOW "Downtown" •  10" x 10"  •  Encaustic paint and silver leaf on wood panel by Robyn Cole. Encaustic painting uses hot beeswax to which colored pigments are added. This wax is then applied to a surface, usually wood or hardboard, using a variety of techniques and tools. Heated tools can be used to manipulate the wax after it has cooled. What makes encaustic wax painting so versatile is the many possibilities for adding materials to the wax using encaustic collage techniques, layering, embedding, intaglio and others. Its luminosity and richness make this a most unique medium. Robyn Cole is an award-winning mixed media artist based out of Boquete and Glendale, California. Current bid = $50; minimum bid increment = $10      BID Click for larger view Acrylic Painting $60.00      BUY IT NOW Original acrylic painting signed by the artist. A tropical setting with a colorful canoe. Could possibly be the San Blas Islands. Nicely framed and under glass. Measures 21" wide x 17" tall. Donated by Diane McCann Current bid = $20; minimum bid increment = $5      BID Click for larger view Frank Howell Poster #1, 24"x34.5" $30.00      BUY IT NOW Measures 24" x 34.5"; nicely framed and under glass. Howell explored and mastered varied art media to its fullest, working with pen, pencil, oils, watercolors, acrylics, sculpture, lithographs, mono-types, giclee prints, and serigraphs. An extraordinarily skilled artist, Howell widely exhibited at museums and galleries throughout the United States and Mexico. Howell's work is included in numerous private and corporate collections all over the world. Frank Howell has also been the subject of many magazine and newspaper articles, television profiles, and documentaries. American artist Frank Howell was born in 1937. The country grieved when this Southwestern artist passed on November 26th, 1997. Frank's art, in all its forms, is now sought by collectors and other admirers of his warm, symbolic expressions. Current bid = $15; minimum bid increment = $3      BID Click for larger view Frank Howell Poster #2, 22"x34.5" $30.00      BUY IT NOW Measures 22" x 34.5"; nicely framed and under glass. Howell explored and mastered varied art media to its fullest, working with pen, pencil, oils, watercolors, acrylics, sculpture, lithographs, mono-types, giclee prints, and serigraphs. An extraordinarily skilled artist, Howell widely exhibited at museums and galleries throughout the United States and Mexico. Howell's work is included in numerous private and corporate collections all over the world. Frank Howell has also been the subject of many magazine and newspaper articles, television profiles, and documentaries. American artist Frank Howell was born in 1937. The country grieved when this Southwestern artist passed on November 26th, 1997. Frank's art, in all its forms, is now sought by collectors and other admirers of his warm, symbolic expressions. Current bid = $15; minimum bid increment = $3      BID Click for larger view Frank Howell Poster #3, 32"x23" $30.00      BUY IT NOW Measures 32" x 23"; nicely framed and under glass. Howell explored and mastered varied art media to its fullest, working with pen, pencil, oils, watercolors, acrylics, sculpture, lithographs, mono-types, giclee prints, and serigraphs. An extraordinarily skilled artist, Howell widely exhibited at museums and galleries throughout the United States and Mexico. Howell's work is included in numerous private and corporate collections all over the world. Frank Howell has also been the subject of many magazine and newspaper articles, television profiles, and documentaries. American artist Frank Howell was born in 1937. The country grieved when this Southwestern artist passed on November 26th, 1997. Frank's art, in all its forms, is now sought by collectors and other admirers of his warm, symbolic expressions. Current bid = $20; minimum bid increment = $3      BID Click for larger view Crystal & Amethyst Bracelet $45.00      ** SOLD FOR FULL PRICE ** Beautiful and shimmery 7.5" bracelet! It's lavender crystal and a special antique amethyst bauble. • Affirmations and Inspirational Messages & Quotes • Sterling & Pewter Jewelry by Sandy Comstock • Words of love and hope, recovery and empowerment • Meaningful words of strength to believe in • Designs for Dogs and their People :) Donated by Sandy Comstock, owner of Toby and Max Jewelry Click for larger view Necklace & Matching Earrings $50.00      BUY IT NOW Natural Tiger Eye necklace with crystal accents. Approximately 20" long. The necklace comes with matching earrings. Sterling silver clasp and lever back earrings with 925 stamp on both pieces. Tiger eye is a stone of protection, traditionally carried as a talisman. It is a grounding and uplifting crystal. It can promote positive attitude and encourage self confidence in our own abilities. It can also be used to help balance the Solar Plexus Chakra. Designed and donated by Yolanda Vega, The Jewelry Lady Current bid = $15; minimum bid increment = $5      BID Click for larger view One of A Kind Necklace $25.00      BUY IT NOW One of a kind, nice necklace made of some natural stones, some coral and small turquoise. The white pieces are made out of plastic. The clasp and metal accents are lead free. Designed, created and donated by Anne McAbee Current bid = $10; minimum bid increment = $3      BID Click for larger view Quetzel Photograph $20.00      BUY IT NOW Photo of a quetzel taken on the Pipeline Trail in Boquete. Photographed, framed, and donated by Bill McAbee. Measures 8" wide x 6.5" high. Current bid = $8; minimum bid increment = $2      BID Click for larger view Home Décor Painting $30.00      BUY IT NOW Real paint; real canvas; ready to hang. Originally sold at La Reina in Boquete for $49.99 + tax. Current bid = $15; minimum bid increment = $3      BID Click for larger view Home Décor Painting $26.00      BUY IT NOW Real paint; real canvas; ready to hang. Originally sold at La Reina in Boquete for $49.99 + tax. Current bid = $15; minimum bid increment = $3      BID Click for larger view Zentangle-Style Abstract Drawing $60.00      BUY IT NOW Boquete artist Heidy Urriola gives us this original colorful painting of a whimsical explorer boat done in the zentangle style. A zentangle is an abstract drawing created using repetitive patterns. This painting is framed and under glass, and measures 12" x 15". Current bid = $20; minimum bid increment = $5      BID Click for larger view Zentangle-Style Abstract Drawing $75.00      BUY IT NOW Boquete artist Heidy Urriola gives us this colorful original painting of a whimsical explorer boat done in the zentangle style. A zentangle is an abstract drawing created using repetitive patterns. This painting is framed and under glass and measures 20" x 15". Perfect for a child's room. Current bid = $20; minimum bid increment = $5      BID Click for larger view "Darian Rainforest Baskets" Photograph $125.00      BUY IT NOW The Wounaan and Embera women of Panama have refined and developed the ancient craft of basketry to produce some of the most unique and finely wrought plant fiber art to be found among modern basket artists. The 18" X 24" photo is mounted on durable laminate and ready to hang. Photographer Doreen DeLong grew up in Canada in a family that enjoyed the outdoors and she developed an interest in using a camera to save the incredible beauty found in nature. She has travelled the world throughout her life capturing street scenes on her camera that reflect the culture and customs of the diverse areas. Presently she is living in Boquete and using her camera to save special moments in time in Panama. Current bid = $35; minimum bid increment = $15      BID Click for larger view "Guna Yala Mola Magic" Photograph $75.00      BUY IT NOW This photo was taken in the Guna Yala Village of Armila in Panama near the Columbian border on the Caribbean coast. The 12" X 18" photo is mounted on durable laminate and ready to hang. Photographer Doreen DeLong grew up in Canada in a family that enjoyed the outdoors and she developed an interest in using a camera to save the incredible beauty found in nature. She has traveled the world throughout her life capturing street scenes on her camera that reflect the culture and customs of the diverse areas. Presently she is living in Boquete and using her camera to save special moments in time in Panama. Current bid = $30; minimum bid increment = $15      BID Click for larger view "Artisanal Fishing Boats" Photograph $200.00      BUY IT NOW Photographer: Robert Brauns; taken in Armila, Panama. Armila is a 600-person village in the indigenous Guna Yala region of Panama, on the Atlantic side, next to the Colombian border. Robert went there for a four day stay, mainly to see the massive Leatherback turtle nesting/hatching event. While roaming the village, Robert captured this scene in the morning light, highlighting the rough texture of the hand hewn fishing boats. This photo, printed on a professional Canon 12 color inkjet printer, is flush mounted on a 5/8" frameless, water/humidity resistant laminate product with permanent adhesive. It will never warp and the inks are proven to be fade resistant for 100 years. Size: 16x24 inches Current bid = $45; minimum bid increment = $15      BID Click for larger view "Pollera Cutie" Photograph. $200.00      BUY IT NOW Photographer: Robert Brauns; taken in Las Tablas, Panama. Every year, Las Tablas, Panama, located on the Azuero Peninsula, hosts the famous 10,000 Pollera Parade. The participants are folklore groups from all over Panama. The individuals are a composite of children, teens and adults from 25-90 years old! The females are dressed in the traditional Pollera dresses, adorned with gold and beads. This child caught my attention and was happy to pose in all her youthful beauty. This photo, printed on a professional Canon 12 color inkjet printer, is flush mounted on a 5/8" frameless, water/humidity resistant laminate product with permanent adhesive. It will never warp and the inks are proven to be fade resistant for 100 years. Current bid = $45; minimum bid increment = $15      BID Click for larger view "Broken Butterflies" Photograph $200.00      BUY IT NOW An extreme makeover of a photograph taken and altered by local photographer Fran Hogan. Alterations were done in Adobe Lightroom and Adobe Photoshop. The result was printed on canvas and gallery wrapped on 1½" stretcher bars. Measures 20"x 20"x1½" and is signed by the photographer. Current bid = $45; minimum bid increment = $15     BID Click for larger view "Standing on Shaky Ground" Photograph $200.00      BUY IT NOW An extreme makeover of a photograph taken and altered by local photographer Fran Hogan. Alterations were done in Adobe Lightroom and Adobe Photoshop. The result was printed on canvas and gallery wrapped on 1½" stretcher bars. Measures 20"x 20"x1½" and is signed by the photographer. Current bid = $45; minimum bid increment = $15     BID Click for larger view Antique Chinese Painting $700.00      BUY IT NOW This is a very old, very large Chinese painting (19.5" wide x 59" high"). It is mounted on silk and we're told it's by one of the original Chinese masters. It has been stored out of direct light and the colors are vivid and vibrant. It is in good condition with no water damage. We believe it is very valuable but don't really know how to get it appraised. A higher resolution photo is available. Donated by Tom & Susie Brymer Current bid = $200; minimum bid increment = $70      BID Click for larger view Large Korean Painting $75.00      BUY IT NOW This is an unframed large (75" x 22") Korean painting with some water damage along the border. It could be cut down and framed, and become a beautiful piece for your home. It is very old but priced very low. Current Bid = $30; minimum bid increment = $5      BID Click for larger view Gobelin Wall Carpet Originally offered for $900 Now $500.00      BUY IT NOW Large original Gobelin wall carpet. Donated by Axel Schoeb who has a photo of it hanging in his grandparent's house in Germany so he knows it's between 100 and 110 years old. Quite large - measures 51" wide and 68" long. Depicts a hunting scene. Edges are frayed and would need repair. The Manufacture des Gobelins is a tapestry factory located in Paris, France. It is best known as a royal factory supplying the court of Louis XIV and later monarchs; it is now run by the French Ministry of Culture, and open for guided tours several afternoons per week by appointment. There are many reproductions on Ebay, but the originals are priced from $1950 and up. Current bid = $200; minimum bid increment = $50     BID Click for larger view Chinese-Style Water Color $400.00      BUY IT NOW "Snowy Night" by local artist Vivianne Lachaud. Lachaud was born in France and studied painting under the Chinese Masters in Hong Kong. Vivianne now focuses particularly on freestyle methods of watercolor and ink work for her flower and bird paintings which always require the artist to paint with intuition and emotion which are very indicative of her own character. Vivianne has had successful exhibitions in Hong Kong, New York and San Francisco, Paris and St. Tropez. Vivianne now teaches Chinese Art painting to classes in Boquete where she retired with her husband. The painting measures 25" wide x 22" high. Nicely framed and under glass. Current bid = $200; minimum bid increment = $30     BID Click for larger view Foam Board Mounted Photograph $75.00      BUY IT NOW Local photographer Beth Abrahams hiked the Inca Trail in Machu Piccu and when she finally crawled through the Sun Gate just after dawn, this is the sight that greeted her. This 12" by 18" photo is mounted on foam board and is ready for framing. This photo originally sold to a travel tour company for their brochure for $1500. Current bid = $20; minimum bid increment = $10     BID Click for larger view Antique Korean Panels All for $750.00      BUY IT NOW Or any one for $200 Antique Korean watercolor panels from early 19th Century, estimated to be 100 - 200 years old. Set of 4. Framed in bamboo. The painted panel size is 46" x 14" and the framed size is 74" x 19". 1) "Birds and a Cat"   2) "Cranes"   3) "Rooster"   4) "Doves" Donated by Tom & Susie Brymer and purchased by Tom's parents in Korea in the 50's and 60's. These wonderful paintings are on consignment at The Zapadora. Higher resolution photos are  available. Current bid = $500/4; minimum bid increment = $50     BID Habla Ya Spanish Lessons $275.00      BUY IT NOW   20 hours of group Spanish lessons. Habla Ya is Panama's premier network of Spanish schools with campuses in Boquete, Panama City and Bocas del Toro, Panama's most exciting eco-adventure vacation destinations. Habla Ya Spanish Schools are considered to be among the top specialist Spanish training institutions in Central America and one of the leading providers of Spanish courses in Latin America. Classes are subject to availability at the Spanish level of the student. Valid all year. Current Bid = $100; Minimum bid increment = $20      BID English Riding Lessons $80.00      BUY IT NOW Jane and Camille, two experienced local horsewomen, will give you four introductory English riding lessons. Each lesson is approximately 40 minutes long, will be on a thoroughbred and will be at Boquete Country Club. Current Bid = $20; Minimum bid increment = $10      BID Private Tango Lesson $40.00      BUY IT NOW Club Tango de Boquete offers a private tango lesson for beginners. Lily Edwards will teach you basic elements of tango including posture, the frame, embrace and walking as well as a few basic embellishments. Current Bid = $10; Minimum bid increment = $3      BID Historical Novel $16.00      BUY IT NOW "How Teddy Took Panama" by David Adamson Harper is a highly recommended read for anyone interested in the history of Panama and the Canal. The book tells the story of the founding of the Republic of Panama, artfully interwoven with a highly plausible plot of how Teddy Roosevelt enabled the rebels in Panama to secede from Colombia but gave the USA the Canal Zone in the process. The author goes one better than the history books, adding a sub plot of Teddy's handsome clandestine agent and his adventures in Panama which involve intrigue, bloodshed, passion and love. Available at Amazon.com Current bid = $7; minimum bid increment = $3      BID Spanish Lessons $220.00      BUY IT NOW Twenty hours (one week) of group Standard Spanish lessons or 10 hours of private individual lessons. Includes $25 registration fee. The Boquete branch of the Spanish at Locations chain is called Spanish by the River - Boquete and is located on the Palmira Road. The school also has branches in Costa Rica, Bocas del Toro, and Panama City. In addition to Spanish classes, they offer tours, volunteer opportunities and lodging. Donated by Ingrid Lommers Current bid = $80; minimum bid increment = $20      BID Horseback Riding Lessons $40.00      ** SOLD FOR FULL PRICE ** Two 45 minute English horseback riding lessons for beginner or intermediate rider. For beginners, lesson will include grooming, tacking up and basic cues to control a horse and posting to the trot.  For intermediate riders, lesson will include more refined cues, using weight and legs to control the horse as well as proper use of the reins. Safety will be emphasized. Lessons to be given by Lynne Harbke on her horse at the indoor ring in Boquete Country Club. Lynne has twenty years experience teaching riding. She earned her Instructor's Certificate from the Women's Athletic Association in 1957. She has had many successful showing seasons, including winning the Medal Class three years in a row, which qualified her to show at Madison Square Gardens. Panamanian Recipes $5.00      ** SOLD FOR FULL PRICE ** Recipes from my mother-in law (Recetas de mi suegra) - a special collection of Panamanian recipes with a bilingual glossary of fruits and vegetables common in Panama. Compiled, translated, and donated by Boquete resident Patricia Alvarado. Lists on Amazon.com for $10.21 plus shipping. Two Autographed Books $15.00      BUY IT NOW Two autographed books by author Malcolm Henderson who lives in David and also in Darklands Lagoon, Bocas del Toro. Author of two other books related to Panama: "Don't Kill the Cow Too Quick," an account of his experiences during his first six years (1997-2003) of adjusting to life in Bocas Archipelago and "The Innocents Overboard," a novel advocating a change from domination to partnership from within the family to relationships at the international level. The Superstition book is also available in Spanish (your choice). Current bid = $5; minimum bid increment = $2      BID BookMark Gift Certificate $25.00      BUY IT NOW Michael Ellis of the famous BookMark in Dolega gives us a $25 gift certificate which can be used to purchase any in-stock books in their huge inventory. The BookMark is the largest English language book store in all of Panama. Current bid = $14; minimum bid increment = $4      BID Two Bi-lingual Books $30.00      BUY IT NOW One autographed book for you and one for your grandchildren (or any child in your life). Boquete resident Ralph Dessau has written the definitive bi-lingual guide to the hummingbirds of Panama. His Flying Jewels book has won the Pinnacle Book Achievement Award. "Rubilito, the Traveling Hummingbird" is a bi-lingual children's book also by Ralph with illustrations by local artist Alvaro Miranda. Current bid = $15; minimum bid increment = $3      BID Four Bi-lingual Children's Audio Book CD's $30.00      ** SOLD FOR FULL PRICE ** 1. Juanita the girl and her shade tree - Visit Juanita's garden and help her take care of the trees. 2. Ricky Teeth - Ricky is a smart boy but he doesn't have many friends. Do you know why? 3. Fish, Flowers, and Butterflies - Sammy and Rita want to give their mother a special gift for her birthday. What could it be? 4. Candy, The Generous Cockroach - What can one say? These CD's sell for $15 each on the internet. Donated by Pat Alvarado Two Tri-lingual Children's Books w/CD's $40.00      ** SOLD FOR FULL PRICE ** A pair of children's books with accompanying CD's by Kuna writer Kubiler (Leadimiro Gonzâlez in Spanish). The books and CD's are tri-lingual (Kuna, Spanish, and English). A great way to introduce your grandchildren to the cultures of Panama. "The Wave" was the winning story in the Children's Literature Contest Medio Pollito in 2007. The books sell for $15.99 each and the CD's sell for $15 each on the internet ($61.98 total) but we're selling the whole package for $40. Donated by Pat Alvarado Two Bi-lingual Children's Books $35.00      BUY IT NOW Madrugador (Early Birder) is a hardcover book containing illustrations and descriptions (in both English and Spanish) for 16 birds that are commonly found in Panama. It is illustrated by John Hernandez. The Adventures Of William Worm is a soft-cover comic book type autographed book. It is illustrated by Jess Smiley. Donated by Boquete author Pat Alvarado Current bid = $15; minimum bid increment = $3      BID Watercolor or Acrylic Art Lessons $60.00      ** SOLD FOR FULL PRICE ** Local artist Sally Foulke will give four 2-hour art lessons (8 hours total) to an adult in either watercolor or acrylic. Lessons are good for the beginning student who wants to enrich their life with a new hobby. Message from Panama $13.00      BUY IT NOW Autographed copy of "Message from Panama" (Love and Death in a Tropical Paradise) by local author Jane Vasarhelyi writing as Britt Vasarhelyi. When you're summoned to Panama by a dead man and shot within 12 hours of arriving, you might be tempted to hop on the next plane and go home. But then the dangerous world you've entered takes a bizarre twist. Britt Vasarhelyi has been a professional writer since the age of 12, when she produced book reviews for her hometown newspaper, the Savannah Morning News. Since then, she has been a Congressional Press Secretary, the Director of Ford's Theatre, the owner of a Washington, DC public relations firm, and an editorial consultant. Britt currently lives with her husband, two dogs, and a multitude of neighborhood cats on the side of a mountain overlooking a volcano and the cloud forests of western Panama. Current bid = $8; minimum bid increment = $2      BID Jewelry Making Class $150.00      BUY IT NOW Class consisting of five 2-hour sessions given by fine jeweler Marion Torgany. Silver is the most reflecting material on earth. It's color is clear and noble. Marion's jewelry has crisp clean lines. This, combined with the technique of cloisonné, puts it beyond the simply decorative into the world of fine art. You can often see Marion's jewelry at the Tuesday BCP market. Current bid = $70; minimum bid increment = $15     BID The Birds of Panama Field Guide $35.00      ** SOLD FOR FULL PRICE ** The isthmus of Panama hosts more bird species than all of North America and has become a premier neo-tropical birding and nature tourism destination. The Birds of Panama will be an essential tool for the new generation of birders. This user-friendly, portable, and affordable identification guide features: • large color illustrations of more than 900 species; • the first range maps published to show the distribution of Panama's birds; • concise text that describes field marks for identification, as well as habitat, behavior, and vocalizations; • range maps and species accounts face illustration pages for quick, easy reference; • the inclusion of North American migrants and seabirds, as well as female and juvenile plumage variations; • an up-to-date species list for the country that reflects recent additions, taxonomic splits, and other changes in classification. Donated by Sandra & Lloyd Cripe Stained Glass Class $55.00      BUY IT NOW Taught by Chris McCall in his brand new studio at Black Rock Art Ranch in Caldera. You will leave with a complete stained glass window up to 22" x 22". All tools are provided and you can create your own design or pick one from a book. The class includes the use of tools (glass cutters, diamond grosser, practice clear glass, patina, and whiting) and free use of the studio until you have finished your first project. You will need to buy your stained glass, lead and solder, but the studio has a selection of these plus zinc, copper foil, and tools available for purchase. Students who have completed the class may work on future projects at the studio and will be eligible for Stained Glass II classes. One B4B certificate per class. Current bid = $24; minimum bid increment = $6      BID Cement Art Class $70.00      BUY IT NOW Taught by Chris McCall in his brand new studio at Black Rock Art Ranch in Caldera. Concrete is used widely in Panama for all construction. Concrete is also a great medium for crafts and artwork. We start with a short discussion on understanding how cement is made and proper use of concrete, good formulas and how to tell that your workers are mixing and using concrete correctly. Then we learn to make all different types of cement art. Sculptures, bowls, tiles, carved cement, sinks, birdbaths, mosaic, statues, planters, tiles the list is only limited by your imagination. We will learn finishing techniques that include grinding, carving, acid stain, sealers and wax. Thee class days and four workshop days. Includes  materials, acid stain, powder stain, white cement, gray cement, steel, and screen. We have a wide variety of forms and molds for bowls. Current bid = $40; minimum bid increment = $7      BID Chinese Brush Painting Classes $52.00      BUY IT NOW Three sessions taught by the artist Vivianne Lachaud. The classes are for adults and children over 14, for Beginners, Intermediate and Advanced levels every Thursday from 2:30 to 4:30 pm at Hotel Fundadores. All materials included. English, French and Spanish speaking. Current bid = $20; minimum bid increment = $5      BID Silk Painting Class $80.00      BUY IT NOW Barbara Rabkin is a locally noted artist and teacher. She donates this class in silk painting. The date and time of this class can be arranged by the buyer. Current bid = $45; minimum bid increment = $10      BID The Boquete Handbook $22.00      ** SOLD FOR FULL PRICE ** The Boquete (Not for Tourists!) Handbook grew out of Dianne's experience of living in Boquete for the past 9 years. An invaluable guide for moving to Boquete in particular or Panama in general. This paperback version is donated by local Supreme Ruler Dianne Heidke. The Supreme Ruler's Rolodex $22.00      ** SOLD FOR FULL PRICE ** The Supreme Ruler's Rolodex - Who To Call When You're Clueless in Boquete, Panama [Paperback]. Long time Boquete area resident Dianne Heidke has compiled this list of resources for living in Western Panama. This BEST OF BOQUETE Private Directory is a 200 page, hard-core list of best contacts and resources here in Boquete (David and beyond!)… NO ads, no sales pitches and no pay for play listings! The New Escape to Paradise $29.00      BUY IT NOW The New Escape to Paradise: Our Experience Living and Retiring In Panama by Boquete resident Richard Detrich. Wonder why many people are choosing to escape to Panama? Is Panama for you? What is it like to actually live in this tropical paradise? Richard Detrich retired to Panama from Southern California ten years ago. Like a good friend, he gives you the straight scoop on expat life in Panama. Here's insider information you need to know about the cost and quality of health care, personal safety, and the cost of living. Discover how you can live better for less. Learn how you sort through countries, and discover what you want in your new home. Richard goes the extra mile to try to give you realistic and current information. Chapters on "Finding Paradise," "Running The Numbers," and "Due Diligence," guide you along the way. Current bid = $15; minimum bid increment = $3      BID Panama Canal Day $19.00      BUY IT NOW Panama Canal Day: An Illustrated Guide to Cruising The Panama Canal, Cruise ship lecturer and Boquete resident, Richard Detrich, tells you what you need to know to get the most out of your passage through the Canal. • Here's the history and background of the creation of the Panama Canal and the information about the Canal expansion, right up to today. • Here's the story of the Republic of Panama, its sometimes confused and tumultuous relationship with the United States, what Panama is like today, and why it is one of the world's booming economies. • Here's information about the types of Panama cruise itineraries, what to look for, and what to expect, and how to get the best deal. • Here's information, and pictures, of the shore excursions available in Panama, both with the cruise line and independently. Current bid = $8; minimum bid increment = $2      BID Coaching in Choice of Three Languages $20.00      BUY IT NOW A one-hour session of coaching in Spanish, French, or Brazilian Portuguese, tailored to the learner's needs. Includes print materials designed to reinforce the recipient's specific learning goals. If the target language is Spanish, the lesson can focus on the use of the Boquete Library's online interactive Mango program for learning Spanish. Offered by Kitzie McKinney, former university professor of romance languages. Current bid = $9; minimum bid increment = $3      BID English as Second Language Classes $50.00      BUY IT NOW Do you have a friend, employee, or loved one who needs help with their English skills? Donna O'Brien is an experienced English as a second language teacher living here. She has taught in the U.S. and at Spanish by the River in Boquete. The buyer has their choice of 8 group lessons, 1.5 hours each, twice a week for a month or 4 private lessons, 1.5 hours per week for one month. Current bid = $20; minimum bid increment = $5      BID Morton's Bakehouse Gift Certificate $25.00      BUY IT NOW Morton Rabkin, the Rye Guy, has opened a new artisan bakery in Plaza San Francisco in Alto Boquete. Morton's Bakehouse gives us a $25 gift certificate for the purchase of any of his baked goods. Mort is passionate about baking great bread and making wonderful Reuben sandwiches. Current bid = $16; minimum bid increment = $3      BID RO-HER S.A. Food Basket $90.00      BUY IT NOW Large food basket of dry and canned foods. Donated by RO-HER S.A. in Boquete. RO-HER is your source for many of your regular food and drink staples at good prices. Current bid = $30; minimum bid increment = $10      BID Boquete Coffee Land Gift Certificate $10.00      BUY IT NOW Boquete Coffee Land, Boquete's newest coffee house and cafeteria, offers a $10 gift certificate. The certificate is good for cafeteria food and drink only and is not good for packaged coffee or souvenirs. Boquete Coffee Land is located across the street from Ana's Sweets and next to the lavanderia. They carry a variety of specialty gourmet coffees, foods, and local souvenirs. Current bid = $3; minimum bid increment = $2      BID Café Ruiz Gift Basket $100.00      BUY IT NOW A gourmet basket from Café Ruiz containing: • 1-250 gram pkg. medium roast Geisha from Casa Ruiz farm La Berlina Estate, a consistent winner in The Best of Panama cupping contest. • 1-450 gram pkg. of La Berlina Estate, Typica, cultivated for nearly a century at this very special farm. Processed with all the care a Tradition Quality coffee deserves. • 2-450 gram pkgs. of The House Roast, one of the best selling Boquete coffee. It  embodies the unique Boquete aromas and sweet flavors. All coffee is whole bean and packed in one way valve bags. • Ruiz Pictured Coffee Mug and a sample of Casa Ruiz Flavored coffee of 75 grams of Chocolate or Amaretto flavor, good for an afternoon sharing cup of coffee or after dinner, it is good for filter up to 10 cups of 6 oz. Everything is wrapped in a beautiful basket. Current bid = $40; minimum bid increment = $10      BID Café mi Tierra Coffee $40.00      BUY IT NOW Colleen Lal, owner of Finca Tara donates four pounds of "Café mi Tierra". Single estate grown coffee from Palmira Arriba packaged in vacuum sealed bags to maintain freshness. They are not a certified organic farm but use minimal chemicals. Current bid = $15; minimum bid increment = $5      BID Finca Serracin Export Grade Coffee $27.00      BUY IT NOW Three one lb. bags of Finca Serracin Export Grade High Mountain Arabica Coffee - Medium Roast. Packaged together in a handy container. Donated by Lourdes Serracin. You can find Lourdes at the Tuesday BCP market selling her coffee. Current bid = $16; minimum bid increment = $3      BID CHOX Chocolate Gift Certificate $25.00      BUY IT NOW A $25 gift certificate from Boquete's new and amazing chocolatier, Deborah Gershon of CHOX. You've seen her at the Tuesday Market with her beautiful and delicious creations; now you can try them yourself. These hand-crafted chocolates make a beautiful gift. All of these fine chocolates are hand-crafted in small batches from fair trade, organic cocoa beans grown in Bocas del Toro then roasted and ground to perfection locally. Buy an assortment of bite size or some of the dark or milk chocolate bars. Current bid = $15; minimum bid increment = $3      BID Organica Basket of Goodies $35.00      BUY IT NOW A basket of gluten and lactose free goodies from the Organica Store in Plaza Los Establos, downtown Boquete. This fancy basket contains cookies, snacks, chocolate, chips, and a variety of other delectables. The Organica store is your source in Boquete for all of your organic foods and other items. Current bid = $25; minimum bid increment = $4      BID DeliCita Boutique Gift Certificate $20.00      BUY IT NOW Boquete meat store gives us this $20 gift certificate good on any product in their store. Discover their homemade French "charcuterie" to take away (paté, ham, sausages, corned beef, cooked ribs ...) Located in Alto Boquete on the main road between Curvas Bonitas and El Alto Restaurant. Current bid = $13; minimum bid increment = $3      BID German Meat Gift Certificate $20.00      ** SOLD FOR FULL PRICE ** Frank and Claudia Junkereit give us this $20 gift certificate good for any of their German meat products. They specialize in homemade German sausages and other pork products like bacon and ribs. You can redeem the certificate at the Tuesday BCP market or the monthly Chiriqui Storage market. Finca Tierra Pura Coupon $20.00     ** SOLD FOR FULL PRICE ** $20 coupon towards sweet cherry tomatoes and/or free range chicken eggs - no hormones or antibiotics. Other veggies may be available. Finca Tierra Pura SA is owned by Pat and Susan Farrell and located in Volcancito. Finca Santa Marta Coupon $25.00     ** SOLD FOR FULL PRICE ** $25 coupon for organic produce, free range chickens or eggs. Visit Finca Santa Marta's table every Tuesday at the BCP Market in Boquete or online. Kindly donated by Kim & Ron Miller Hacienda Esmeralda Geisha Coffee $45.00      BUY IT NOW One lb. Hacienda Esmeralda Geisha coffee grown exclusively in Boquete on Finca Hacienda Esmeralda owned by Price and Susan Peterson. Located on the slopes of Mount Barú in Western Panama, Hacienda La Esmeralda produces premium Central American export coffee. Roasted and packaged fresh for the day you request (one week notice required). This coffee sold this year at auction for $45/lb. Current bid = $15; minimum bid increment = $4      BID Hacienda Esmeralda Special Geisha Coffee $100.00      BUY IT NOW One lb. Hacienda Esmeralda Special "Reserva de La Señora" Geisha coffee grown exclusively in Boquete on Finca Hacienda Esmeralda owned by Price and Susan Peterson. Located on the slopes of Mount Barú in Western Panama, Hacienda La Esmeralda produces premium Central American export coffee. This special Geisha is a rare award-winning coffee. Roasted and packaged fresh for the day you request (one week notice required). Taste description: • Intense flavours of tea, bergamot, jasmine, honey and lemon. Refreshing and lively citric acidity. • Very transparent. Light tea-like mouthfeel. • Roasted and packaged the day of your purchase. Current bid = $45; minimum bid increment = $10      BID Palmira Gold Coffee $36.00      ** SOLD FOR FULL PRICE ** Four 1-pound bags of Palmira Gold earth friendly coffee.  Palmira Gold only sells whole bean coffee that is freshly roasted. Donated by Sandra & Lloyd Cripe Vista Encanto High Altitude Coffee $50.00     ** SOLD FOR FULL PRICE ** Five bags of Vista Encanto Coffee. Voted #1 coffee in Boquete in 2011. The assortment contains a 12 oz bag of Roasted Italian, a 12 oz bag of Roasted French, an 8 oz bag of Geisha, a 1 lb bag of green 100% Arabica coffee, and a 1 lb of bag of green Geisha coffee. (For the home roasters: green coffee can be roasted in a frying pan). Grown at over 1500 meters in Alto Jaramillo. 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