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 馃惐❤️ 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.
Saturday, October 31, 2026
[News Boquete] DogCamp Boquete NGO - 12 Years of Love, Dedication, and Second Chances. 馃惥
*12 Years of Love, Dedication, and Second Chances. 馃惥* 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* 馃寪*Visit Our Website:* https://dogcampboquete.com/en 馃惥*Support Our Mission – Donate:* https://app.betterunite.com/dogcampboquete-alwayson 馃泹️*Visit DogCamp Home Decor on Facebook:* https://www.facebook.com/share/14xQHQEJtsM/ Dise帽o sin t铆tulo.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! 馃幑馃幎 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 馃幎 馃搷 Location: Event Hall of the Boquete Library Foundation. 馃搮 Date: Sunday, November 15, 2026. 馃晸 Time: 4:00 p.m. 馃師️ Admission: $15.00 per person. 馃摬 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 馃幎. ___________________________________________________________________ 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 (D铆a de la Separaci贸n): 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-Herr谩n 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 (D铆a de los S铆mbolos 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.
Mar铆a 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 – Col贸n Day (D铆a de Col贸n): This day commemorates the actions taken by the citizens of the city of Col贸n in 1903. A large contingent of the Colombian army was still stationed in the port city of Col贸n, 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 Espa帽a): 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 Jos茅 de F谩brega, 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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[News Boquete] Tuesday Market at Tap Out changed to Thursday next week
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Thursday, October 29, 2026
[News Boquete] Musician's Day to benefit Amigos de Animales
Live music
Cash bar
Raffle with amazing prizes
Larry’s Place Boquete
Mike’s Global Grill
Mail Boxes Etc.
Amigos de Animales Table (Thursday Market)
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[News Boquete] Veteran's Day Gathering on November 11
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[News Boquete] Desktops, Laptops & Monitors for sale by the Boquete Handicap Foundation
*The Boquete Handicap Foundation has these computers and monitors for sale. All are unconditionally guaranteed for 60 days. We give discounts to Panamanian students and to charities. Email Penny at pjbarrett@aol.com or text WhatsApp 6510-8934.* * * *HP 320-1050 All-in-One Desktop*, 20" TouchScreen with Camera, Windows 10 Home, AMD-3600 APU Dual Core Quad Thread 2.10 GHZ Processor, 256 GB Solid State Drive, 6 GB RAM, CD/DVD, 6 USB Ports (4 rear, 2 side) -- *$130* * * *HP p7-1254 Desktop,*Windows 10 Home, AMD A6-3600 APU w/Radeon Graphics, Quad Core 2.10 GHz Processor, 256 GB SSD, plus 1 TB Disk Drive (for extra storage), 12 GB RAM, CD/DVD, Bluetooth, WiFi, 6 USB Ports (4 rear, 2 front) -- *$225* * * *HP Pavillion 17 Notebook, *17.3" screen with Camera, Windows 10 Home, 256 GB Solid State Drive, 8 GB RAM, Intel i3-3130 m Dual Core Quad Thread 2.60 GHz Processor, 3 USB Ports, HDMI Port*-- $210* * * *Dell Inspiron 22-3265 ALL-IN-One Desktop, *21.5" Screen with Camera, Windows 10 Home, 256 GB Solid State Drive, 8GB RAM, CD/DVD, AMD A6-7310 Radeon R4 Graphics, Quad Core 2.0 GHz Processor, 4 USB Ports, HDMI Port *--$225 * * * *ACER Aspire 5920 Laptop,*15.4 " Screen with Camera, Windows 10 Home, 1 TB Hard Disk Drive, 4 GB RAM, Intel T5250 Dual Core 1.50 GHz Processor, CD/DVD, VGA Port, 4 USB Ports *-- $110* *Samsung Chromebook XE350XBA Laptop*15.6" screen, 4GB Ram 32GB Chrome OS. External keyboard.-- *$50* * * *Monitors* *Dell 2001FP *20.1” 1600x1200 4:3 heavy duty monitor – *$25* *Dell 15" Monitor*in good condition *-- $40* *Upstar P220YM, a 22-inch (21.5" viewable) *widescreen LED LCD monitor that features Full HD (1920 x 1080) resolution and standard VGA input – *$60* *Insignia NS-L19X LCD 19" TV *with remote. Also can be used as a *monitor*with both VGA and HDMI input. Has faint blue line on the screen that disappears when used as a monitor. *-- $45* *Samsung 22" monitor *with standard VGA input. Good condition *-- $55* *EMachines E230H 23" LCD Monitor*1080 VGA DVI. Good condition but *no stand*. -- *$40* *ASUS 23"* monitor with both VGA and HDMI connections. *-- $60* ___________________________________________________________________ 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] Dog Camp & Amigos de Boquete Christmas Toy Drive
Magaly (DogCamp) and Cary (Amigos de Boquete) are organizing a holiday party for about 250 kids in Caldera, ages 1 to 10. Soccer balls are already on their way to Panama. What’s still needed are toys, cakes, and support for a meal so every child can leave with something special and a full heart. If you can help, please drop off toys or other donations at: • The DogCamp tent at Tapout Tuesday Market • DogCamp Boquete Home Decor ___________________________________________________________________ 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.
Wednesday, October 28, 2026
[News Boquete] Your Friendly Neighborhood Market
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[News Boquete] Weekly Guided Meditation
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Tuesday, October 27, 2026
[News Boquete] La Vida Boquete - La Familia Lescure Benitz
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[News Boquete] Large original jungle scenes painted by people with disabilities in our community
These very large wall paintings were composed and painted by members of our handicapped community. There are 3 of them depicting Panama nature scenes. They measure 61" square. They will be presented at the art exhibition at Bambuda Castle Hostel this Friday, October 30, starting at 5pm. Tickets are $20 and are available at mieventos.com <http://mieventos.com> or at the door. A portion of the proceeds will go toward supporting children and individuals with the conditions addressed by the Handicap Foundation. Another percentage of the proceeds will go directly to the participating artists to support their work. It would be wonderful if some business purchased these paintings to hang on the walls of their restaurant, hotel, or office showing support for our handicapped community. We are asking $500 each or best offer. A sizable discount if you purchase all 3. ___________________________________________________________________ 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] OCTOBER Special Relax Massage
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[News Boquete] Next Community Chat
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[News Boquete] Get Your Meow on for Kirsten Cares for Cats
Hey! Want to enter your kitty’s photo in our contest? Send a pic to wendyinlb@gmail.com. Please state the CATegory you’d like your cat featured in: “Sweetest,” “Most Chonky,” “Super Caliente,” “Best Costume,” or “Grumpiest.” $2 per entry can be paid at the door. Prizes for best in all categories. Saturday, October 31, 4:00 sharp! ___________________________________________________________________ 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.
Monday, October 26, 2026
[News Boquete] Support FPI The Handicap Foundation at Gallery Night – Bambuda Castle
Dear community, FPI Fundaci贸n por la Inclusi贸n / The Handicap Foundation, is thrilling to invite you to a special evening celebrating art and inclusion! *Gallery Night at Bambuda Castle* *By Boquete Wine Fest & Annie Chajin * Friday, October 30 | 5:00 p.m. Bambuda Castle, Boquete Tickets: https://www.mieventos.com/event-detail/noches-de-galerias We'll be exhibiting and selling a mural created by thirty people with disabilities guided by Bel茅n, Mary Ellen Watts, and Loesje Sonnemans.—a collective mural inspired by Panama's flora and fauna, now divided into six fragments. One hundred percent of the painting sales support our programmes for people with disabilities in the community area. WhatsApp Image 2026-10-18 at 17.15.46.jpeg Enjoy wine, art, and community at beautiful Bambuda Castle. We would love to see you there! Your presence and support help us continue building a more inclusive world through art. -- *Yuri Pitt铆 Montenegro* /Directora Ejecutiva/ /Executive Director/ / / /We support people with disabilities in the Boquete District so they can access healthcare, education, food, and recreation. Ask me how you can help!/ /Apoyamos a personas con discapacidad, del Distrito de Boquete, para que tengan acceso a salud, educaci贸n, alimentaci贸n y recreaci贸n. ¡Preg煤ntame c贸mo puedes apoyar! / Company logo fpiboquete.org <http://fpiboquete.org> https://www.instagram.com/fpiboquete/ <https://www.instagram.com/fpiboquete/> ___________________________________________________________________ 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] BCP Members Meeting / Gabrielle Reynolds Retirement
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Sunday, October 25, 2026
[News Boquete] The 8 Indigenous Tribes of Panama
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[News Boquete] TANGO: A SECOND CHANCE FOR A HEART THAT NEVER STOPPED TRUSTING
TANGO: A SECOND CHANCE FOR A HEART THAT NEVER STOPPED TRUSTING Some stories remind us why we continue rescuing animals, even when the journey is difficult. Tango’s story is one of them. Tango arrived at DogCamp Boquete in August 2019. He was a gentle, affectionate dog with a beautiful spirit and a strong desire to live. Although he was already suffering from arthritis, he still enjoyed life's simplest pleasures: walking, spending time with other dogs, receiving affection, and feeling loved. In December 2019, Tango was adopted. We truly believed he had finally found a family where he would spend his remaining years surrounded by love, comfort, and care. Sadly, things didn't turn out as we had hoped. Some time later, we received a heartbreaking call. Someone was considering euthanizing a dog because he was having difficulty walking and appeared to be seriously ill. When we received the photographs, our hearts sank. That dog was Tango. Our Tango. Javier immediately went to pick him up and took him to the veterinarian. Despite his arthritis, Tango could still walk, even run a little, and most importantly, he continued showing his beautiful spirit and his desire to enjoy life. The veterinarian confirmed that his condition could be managed with appropriate medication, supplements, and proper care. Tango did not need his life to end. He needed someone willing to care for him. Since then, Tango has remained under DogCamp's protection, receiving the attention, treatment, and affection he deserves. Today, in October 2026, we are sharing his story again, but this time with a very special hope. WE WANT TO FIND TANGO A LOVING HOME. We understand that adopting a senior dog, especially one with arthritis and mobility challenges, requires a special kind of commitment. It takes patience, understanding, compassion, and above all, a heart willing to love unconditionally. We are not looking for a perfect family. We are looking for someone who understands that animals grow old, their bodies change, and their needs become greater. And that these are precisely the moments when they deserve our love the most. Tango has already spent so many years waiting. Our greatest wish is for him to experience the warmth and peace of a real home, to rest beside someone who loves him, and to finally feel that he belongs to a family that will never give up on him. Because senior dogs do not have less love to give. Sometimes, they have the most beautiful kind of love to offer. At DogCamp, we will continue caring for Tango for as long as he needs us. But we know that even the most loving shelter cannot fully replace the comfort, individual attention, and companionship of a family. We would love for Tango's next chapter to be different. A chapter filled with tenderness, security, and the simple happiness of being someone's beloved dog. COULD YOU BE THE PERSON TANGO HAS BEEN WAITING FOR? If you have room in your home and your heart for this special boy, we would love to hear from you. Contact Javier directly via WhatsApp: +507 6965-9423 Even if you cannot adopt Tango, please consider sharing his story. Somewhere out there may be the person who can give him the loving home he deserves. Tango does not need pity. He needs love, dignity, patience, and one more chance to belong. With love and hope, DogCamp Boquete NGO Because rescuing an animal is not simply about saving a life. It is about honoring that life, especially when they grow old and need us the most. 859218193_1443927147239636_5553183039784846526_n.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] The legacy: How the Specialty Coffee Revolution Began in Panama.
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Pictured below is Price Peterson, producer and founder of Hacienda La Esmeralda.
In 2004 everything changed, although we didn’t know it. My son Daniel was the first to taste the first Geisha harvest from Hacienda La Esmeralda. The specialty coffee movement was born in the United States between the 1960s and 1970s.
It was driven by pioneers such as Alfred Peet, Erna Knutsen, George Howell, Donald Schoenholt, and the founders of Starbucks. They sought coffees that tasted better than the commercial coffees of that era. My wife and I, owners of Hacienda La Esmeralda, began attending SCAA (Specialty Coffee Association of America) exhibitions in 1988.
There we met people who talked about floral aromas, citric acidity, and attributes we didn’t know coffee had. “We came from a world where the highest possible volume per hectare was produced at the lowest cost.” The differences in quality were small, but something was beginning. At the same time, in Panama we were learning to live in a free market. Under the ICO (International Coffee Organization) quota system, the price remained between $1.20 and $1.50 per pound. That was enough to cover expenses and make a small profit. In 1989 the member countries failed to reach an agreement, the United States withdrew its support and the quotas were suspended.
The price plummeted and in the following years it reached about 50 cents a pound. “Necessity is the mother of invention.” That’s how the Specialty Coffee Association of Panama was born. It was formally established in 1996. “We were seven producers with the same vision: to differentiate our coffee by its quality.” The roasters told us we had that quality, but we still didn’t understand it. Renowned roasters, such as George Howell, came to help us understand what they were looking for.
In January 1997, we held the first Best of Panama (BOP). It was a simple cupping, without an auction. The prize was being able to say, “I have the best coffee in Panama.” In 2002, in the midst of one of the worst coffee crises, we held the first BOP auction. While the New York Stock Exchange was paying $0.56 per pound, BOP coffee reached $2.25. In 2004 everything changed, although we didn’t know it. My son Daniel was the first to taste the first Geisha harvest from Hacienda La Esmeralda.
“It was so different from conventional coffee that we almost didn’t present it to the competition. Nobody had ever talked about jasmine aroma or peach flavor in Panamanian coffee.” He won the BOP with ease and broke his first auction record: $21.00 per pound. The stock market remained at $0.81, below the cost of production in Panama. Coffee is a very family-oriented industry . In 2005, my daughter Rachel joined Hacienda La Esmeralda to help us sell this new and unusual coffee.
Moving from a commercial producer to a producer of a high-value experience takes time. Rachel has played a key role in raising awareness of our coffee and Panamanian coffee. She first experienced the product through her own taste. Then she shared the message with consumers. This transformation is renewed every year. It’s a dynamic market, and a lot of teamwork is required to make every coffee experience enjoyable.
Price Peterson, coffee producer and founder of Hacienda La Esmeralda.
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Friday, October 23, 2026
[News Boquete] BE PREPARED free seminar coming soon
馃А BE PREPARED: PLAN TODAY, BE READY TOMORROW!馃А Being prepared can make all the difference when an unexpected situation arises. Join Boquete Hospice & Health for our Be Prepared Workshop, where you’ll learn practical tips to help you feel more confident and ready to face life’s unexpected moments. 馃搮 **Wednesday, November 11** 馃晿 **9:00 AM – 11:00 AM** 馃搷 **Amigos de los Animales, Boquete** 馃摑 **Registration is open!** Sign up using the link below or scan the QR code on the event flyer. 馃敆 https://forms.gle/eiRDfKNz75F1nr16A 馃挏 Come learn, connect with your community, and take a positive step toward being prepared! BE PREPARED BOOKS will be available for a 10.00 dollar donation the day of the event. For more information, contact BHH via WhatsApp at +507 6781-9250. #BoqueteHospiceAndHealth #BePrepared ___________________________________________________________________ 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.