Saturday, November 11, 2023

[News Boquete] Amigos de Animales: they asked... we answered




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Friday, November 10, 2023

[News Boquete] This week's featured books at the Handicap Foundation Book Table

We're back in business at the Tap Out Tuesday Market

Visit us this coming Tuesday at the Tap Out Market, 9 - 12. We have moved inside the old BCP theater room. Hundreds and hundreds of English language books to choose from. Most paperbacks are $1 and most hard covers are $2. You can also drop off your donated books and puzzles.   Donations for our thrift store should be taken to the Thrift Store, Monday - Friday 9 - 2:30.

Our thrift store is currently closed. When the current situation is back to normal we will re-open. You can shop at our reorganized and renovated Thrift Store Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays 9 - 2:30. Located across the street from Chopsticks Restaurant in Alto Boquete.

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[News Boquete] Community Chat: Golden Years

We hope conditions will allow this chat to take place. We will make a decision on that no later than Wednesday, but please book now so that we can gauge interest.
Please make reservations at eventsboquete.org/reservations


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Thursday, November 9, 2023

[News Boquete] Boquete Handicap Thrift Store closed until further notice

Because of the lack of fuel and other disruptions, plus the number of holidays in November and December, the Boquete Handicap Foundation Thrift Store will be closed until further notice. We hope to re-open as soon as the current situation is settled.
Thank you for your understanding.

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[News Boquete] Office Hours Consultorios MƩdicos Alfa & Boquete Medical

Dear patients,

Due to the situation we are going through at this time in Panama, our office hours will have to be adjusted, as far as possible we will try to attend in person on specific days and times of the week, and we will also attend virtually with scheduled appointments. For consultations or appointment scheduling we will work on a regular basis from 9am to 5.30pm.

To our MEMBERS remember that among your benefits you can call us or whatsapp or email us informing of your concerns or questions.


Remember that you can contact us at 6949-5998. 

 
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[News Boquete] Couples' Dance Workshop in Salsa & Merengue ~~ This Saturday, 10:30am, Bajo Boquete


"Beyond Ballroom Basics"

A Comprehensive Dance Workshop for Couples

~~ Salsa & Merengue ~~


Saturday, November 11, 2023 from 10:30am – 12:30pm

at The Perfect Body Gym
(across from the Library on the back street)

Attending couples will:

  • Participate in two 55-minute classes (which include practice sessions and personalized coaching)

  • Learn the rhythm, posture, hold, lead, steps, and styling associated with the Salsa and Merengue (exhilarating social dances, popular throughout Central and South America)

  • Understand the Leader and Follower roles, allowing the partnership to navigate the floor with style and ease


About your instructors:

Sunny and Dave, CruzDancerz, have taught ballroom dance classes to thousands of students in more than 400 classes on 111 voyages for seven different cruise lines over ten years.

Whether you are a beginner or previously trained dancer, you will learn something more about the Salsa and Merengue than you knew before - and have fun doing it!

Workshop price: $59 per couple ~ ~ ~ Class size limited to 9 couples (only 3 spots left)

Reserve your spot with a payment to Sunny & Dave (cash or PayPal accepted)

Email: drsunnyroe@gmail.com or WhatsApp +507 6624-3641

Note: Bring a water bottle....you can wear shoes or socks

(leather soles preferred, rubber soles not recommended)


What others are saying:

"Thanks so much for putting together the Beyond Ballroom Basics dance program ... it was challenging, well-structured and FUN! "

                                                                                                                                                                                                    ~ Elizabeth Worley & Dianne Heidke

"The teaching techniques Sunny and Dave use provided clear, easy to understand and important basic information. We will most definitely be participating in future classes."
                                                                                                                                         
                                       ~ Peggy Worthington & Roderick Averill

"Sunny and Dave teach the roles of 'Leader and Follower' and emphasize the communication necessary to not only improve the partners' dancing but to also enhance the partners' enjoyment. We highly recommend Dr. Sunny and Dave for ballroom dance lessons."

                                                                                                                                         
                                        ~ Sharna Kahn & Gary Goldberg

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Tuesday, November 7, 2023

[News Boquete] Message for U.S. Citizens: U.S. Social Security Services in Panama City (November 13-16, 2023)

 

U.S. Social Security Services

PanamĆ” City – November 13-16, 2023

 

The U.S. Embassy in Panama is pleased to announce that representatives from the Regional Federal Benefits Office will visit Panama City to offer services for beneficiaries or individuals with questions about U.S. Social Security benefits. Given the current unpredictable travel environment in Panama due to ongoing demonstrations and roadblocks, individuals interested in accessing these services are encouraged to monitor local media for the feasibility of routes to/from the U.S. Embassy.

Where: U.S. Embassy Panama City, Panama.

When:  November 13 through November 15, 2023, from 8:00am – 4:00pm and November 16, 2023 from 8:00am – 2:00pm.

 

Walk-in Services – No appointment necessary, BUT PLEASE BE PREPARED TO WAIT.

 

What to bring for social security services: (please bring the originals and legible copies of all documents to be submitted)

 

Applying for Social Security Benefits: Bring originals and one copy of the following for all applicants: Birth Certificate, passport.  If applying for auxiliary benefits or survivor's benefits, please also bring marriage certificate and/or death certificate.

Social Security Number Card Application: Bring a copy of your valid U.S. passport, Certificate of Birth Abroad or original birth certificate if registered after age-5 and completed form SS-5FS.

Foreign Enforcement Questionnaire (FEQ): Colloquially known as "proof of life" forms, these was mailed to individuals that have a mailing address in Panama registered with Social Security if the last two numbers of the Social Security under which you receive benefits are 50 through 99.

If you did not receive this form and your Social Security number ends in 50 to 99, please come and fill out the form with our representatives at the U.S. Embassy Panama City.

Forms SSA 7161 are always sent annually; for representative payee and beneficiaries aged 90 and over.

If Social Security Administration does not receive this form your benefits will be suspended on February 2024.

To learn more about the services offered by the Regional Federal Benefits Office visit:

https://cr.usembassy.gov/u-s-citizen-services/social-security/

 

Servicios de Seguro Social de EE.UU

PanamĆ” City  – Noviembre 13-16, 2023.

 

La Embajada de los Estados Unidos en la ciudad de Panama se complace en anunciar que representantes de la Oficina Regional de Beneficios Federales visitarĆ”n Guatemala para ofrecer servicios a beneficiarios o personas con preguntas del Seguro Social de los EEUU. En vista de la impredecible situación actual de movilización por las demostraciones y bloqueos de carreteras, a las personas interesadas en asistir se les insta a monitorear los medios de comunicación locales para viabilidad de las rutas hacia y desde la Embajada de los Estados Unidos.

 

Dónde:  Embajada Estados Unidos en Panama City, Panama.

Cuando: November 13 al 15 de 8:00am – 4:00pm and November 16 from 8:00am  - 2:00pm.

 

Que traer para los servicios de seguro social (por favor traiga originales y copias legibles de todos documentos):

Aplicar para beneficios del Seguro Social: Todos los aplicantes deben traer los originales y copias de: Certificado de nacimiento, pasaporte – en caso de aplicar para beneficios auxiliares o beneficios de sobreviviente, favor proveer certificado de matrimonio y defunción.

Aplicar para la tarjeta de NĆŗmero de Seguro Social:  Traer copia del pasaporte de EE.UU vigente, el certificado de nacimiento original registrado dentro de los primeros 5 aƱos de vida o Consular Report of Birth Abroad y el formulario SS-5FScompletado.

Supervivencia: Los formularios de Supervivencia, SSA-7161-7162, estos fueron enviados por correo a los beneficiarios que tengan direcciones en Panama cuyos los dos últimos números de seguro social bajo los cuales reciben beneficios terminen del 50 hasta 99. EL formulario SSA 7161 es para representantes y personas mayores de 90 años, este se llena todos los años.

 

Si usted no recibió este formulario y su nĆŗmero de Seguro Social terminan del 50 hasta el 99, por favor presentarse con nuestros representantes de Seguro Social en la Embajada de Estados Unidos, PanamĆ” City.  

 

EL formulario SSA 7161 es para representantes y personas mayores de 90 aƱos, este se llena todos los aƱos.

 

Si la Administración de Seguro Social no recibe este formulario original, sus beneficios serÔn suspendidos en febrero 2024.

 

Para conocer mƔs sobre los servicios que ofrece la Oficina Regional de Beneficios Federales, por favor visite: https://cr.usembassy.gov/es/u-s-citizen-services-es/social-security-es/


Denese A. Rodgers
+507 6456-8539

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