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September 28, 2017 October 01, 2017
WELCOME
Boquete´s Library Foundation welcomes all public in general to participate on the II Book Fair of Boquete 2017 to be celebrated at the Library of Boquete starting on September 28th until October 1st under the slogan:
“Books…windows to the universe”
WHAT IS IT?
The II Book Fair of Boquete 2017 is a cultural event covering a wide range of activities for all ages and interests including book sales under different editorials and libraries, national and international authors, conferences, workshops, tale storytelling, artistic presentations and much more.
CHILDREN AND YOUNG
The II Book Fair of Boquete 2017 will include workshops oriented specifically to children and teenagers including artistic presentations and gathering. There will be a reading marathon about novel ¨Maria¨ and Literature gathering where participants will share classic books such as “Cien años de soledad”, “Pedro Páramo”, “Rebeldes” among others.
As an innovation, this year we will include a contest about production of narrative text titled “Cuento maravilloso” (Wonderful tale), poem presentation of “Stella Sierra a 100 años de su natalicio” and also a fun costume contest titled “Tu disfraz cuenta un cuento” (Your costume tells a story).
The Library will also feature a decorated section to encourage children to preserve natural resources. Decoration will include trees, animals and forests representative of Boquete.
GIVE A BOOK, GIVE A DREAM
During the II Book Fair of Boquete 2017 we want to give children the opportunity of having a new book. Many of them really need it. For that purpose we have created the program ¨Regala un libro, regala un sueño¨ (Give a book, give a dream) where you can make a difference. You can buy a new book and donate that book as a gift to a child. Many kids would benefit tremendously of your kindness.
EDITORIALS & LIBRARIES
Different book editorials and Libraries will have their own space at the II Book Fair Boquete 2017 where visitors will be able to buy books, discover upcoming titles, news as well as exchange valuable information.
CONFERENCES
Visitors will have a variety of conferences to choose during the fair. Each will be presented by a national or international figure of relevance on the Literature field. The generous guests will share their books, knowledge and experiences to all of us.
AUTHORS
A wide range of national and international authors will be at the II Book Fair of Boquete 2017. A wonderful opportunity to exchange ideas, experiences and learn about their own books.
Some of the authors such as Mr. Juan David Morgan will present conferences in English. The fair will also include Mr. Rick Rosenberg, an important representative of the US Embassy who will share valuable information about opportunities for young students who want to study on the United States.
Some of the authors at the II Book Fair of Boquete 2017 are:
· Alvaro Rojas Salazar (Costa Rica)
· Anais Morán (Panamá)
· Carlos Oriel Wynter Melo (Panamá)
· Carlos Fong (Panamá)
· Daniel Domínguez (Panamá)
· Esperanza Martínez Palau (Panamá)
· Héctor Collado (Panamá)
· Hidris Hernán (Panamá)
· Joaquín González Justavino (Panamá)
· Juan Antonio Gómez (Panamá)
· Juan David Morgan (Panamá)
· Julio Quintero (Panamá)
· Margarita Jacinta Vásquez (Panamá)
· María del Socorro Robayo (Panamá)
· Mario Molina (Panamá)
· Oliver Candanedo (Panamá)
· Osvaldo Reyes (Panamá)
· Pat Alvarado (United States)
· Priscila Delgado (Panamá)
· Rick Rosenberg (United States)
· Rose Marie Tapia (Panamá)
· Sunny Summer (United States)
· Yadira Roquebert (Panamá)
ARTISTS
Talent expression will occupy a very special place on the II Book Fair of Boquete 2017 including representations of artists like:
· “Canta con to” by Lil and Alejandro Herrera
· Carmen de Caballero
· José Gómez
· Mario Ariel Saldaña
· Ologwagdi
· And others
KEEP UPDATED
To get the latest information about the II Book Fair of Boquete 2017 please visit often our website www.biblioboquete.com where we will be posting updates and content regularly.
Once again, welcome to the II Book Fair Boquete 2017!
Thanks,
Fundación Biblioteca de Boquete
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September 30, 2017 10:00 PM October 01, 2017 03:00 AM
Sorry folks this has been cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances. There will another BNSE coming soon.
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October 01, 2017 03:00 PM 06:00 PM
Every market is different – Treasures for many – selling now – plants, kitchen items, tools, jewelry, men’s accessories, honey, cookies, coins and antique bottles, ladders, furniture, artwork, movies, books and so much more!! Chiriqui Storage Flea Market FIRST and THIRD Sunday of every month, 10 til 1pm For more info….
call 6503-7756 or email chiriquistorage@gmail.com
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October 01, 2017 10:00 PM October 02, 2017 01:00 AM
Yella & Tom will be providing wonderful music to listen and dance to at Big Daddy's Grill, where the food is always good and the friends are always friendly. Come enjoy all your favorite oldies while you eat and visit and laugh with great people.
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Recent Event Reviews
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BCP Holiday Open House
By Moderator_02,
We were not able to participate in this event due to absence from the area, but we understand from friends who supported this event that it was a HUGE success. Here are some of Clare Taylor's photos:
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Community Christmas Party Hosted by Amigos de Boquete Comunidad
By Moderator_02,
Marcelyn and I attended this fabulous Christmas Party at La Posada Restaurant this afternoon. Besides the usual Christmas season festivities, one purpose for this party was to collect Christmas gifts for the local children. There was no entrance fee, but attendees were asked to bring wrapped Christmas gifts for distribution by the local churches. Our estimate is that about 50 people were in attendance, and all enjoyed the fantastic music of a seven member mariachi band. What a great performance on their part; they were very good at getting the attendees involved by singing and dancing with them. La Posada had extra waitstaff to take care of drink and food orders. The party was in a large room at the rear of La Posada -- could not have been a better venue for this kind of gathering.
The party was planned and executed by a recently formed group of expats under the name of Amigos de Boquete Comunidad (ABC). Joe Hart and his wife, Linda, along with numerous volunteers put together this festive gathering. Our hats off to Joe, Linda, and all of their elves.
Here are a few pictures from this event:
A panorama shot of some of the attendees.
The Christmas tree, prior to all of the gifts being received that were to be donated.
The Mariachi Band
Linda and Joe Hart, Dave and Erin Ross
Special guests at the table with Joe and Linda Hart.
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ARF Thanksgiving Meal
By Bud,
Marcelyn and I were participants in ARF's Thanksgiving Day event at the Animales Building. There was a LOT of VERY GOOD food, great conversations, visits with friends, etc. We estimate there were about 70 guests and maybe 15 worker-bees taking care of setting up, tending to the guests, etc. The background music was nice, and not so loud as to intrude into the conversations. The pecan pie was simply outstanding. Kudos to that chef! But I also do not want to take away from any of the other food items. I sampled all the food choices, and there was nothing to apologize for on that front.
An unexpected plus for us was that we finally got to meet Beth Abrahams (it is kind of a long story, don't ask).
Beth Abrahams
We also got to catch up with all of the latest travels and happenings of our friends who were at our table. Met a few new people, etc.
There simply was nothing that we could fault (not our goal anyway). This is the way things should be done, and ARF did it with all of their wonderful volunteers. If someone found fault with something yesterday, then I would chalk them off as being a token curmudgeon. Thank you ARF! GREAT JOB!!!!
Thank you to all who helped make yesterday's Thanksgiving Day celebration such a huge success, and special thanks to N&N:
I will close with: we all have a lot to be thankful for.
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One Night in India
By JudyS,
I think $55 for one person is a lot of money to spend on a dinner in Boquete. I've never spent that much for an Indian dinner anywhere.
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Plein Air Painters Art Exhibiton Opening Reception
By Mary Ellen Watts,
I am glad I will be there early so I can buy some of the art available for cash and carry!!!
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