Thursday, June 26, 2014

3rd lock progress

3rd lock progress, see:   http://worldmaritimenews.com/archives/128227/panama-canal-expansion-well-on-track/

Tuesday, June 3, 2014

Coronado & Beaches, Playa Community News

Playa Community news (Coronado & beaches):

Vegas Night, Real Estate Fair and more Upcoming Events
The latest edition of La Playa is at a distribution point near you, and we are already working on July’s edition. The ad deadline comes up quickly - to get your message in July’s La Playa, be sure to contact us by June 15th.

You know, this month is supposed to be slow season, but you would never know it from June’s calendar of events. Here are some upcoming event highlights:

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VISTA MAR TENNIS ACADEMY
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Vista Mar announces the start of tennis classes with instructor Franco Gallucci, who brings 25 years experience of playing and teaching tennis. Classes are $30/hr for 1 person, $40 for 2 and $50 for 3 people. To arrange a session email: ivary@vistamarresort.com or call: 345-4096.

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REAL ESTATE FAIR
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U-Realtors, a member of Panama’s MLS system is having a Real Estate Fair this coming weekend from June 6 - 8th. With over 450 listings, this is a good opportunity for those seeking to buy or list a home. Details at the link below:
http://www.playacommunity.com/en/news-mainmenu-149/community-news-mainmenu-214/5568-real-estate-fair-in-coronado-

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PLAYACOMMUNITY’S VEGAS NIGHT
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You gotta know when to hold em, know when the fold them…
Bring out your best game on June 26th for Vegas Night at Pacific Casino in Coronado and get ready to WIN WIN WIN!

From 5pm on, Pacific Casino will be periodically holding free Slots, Black Jack and Poker Tournaments for prizes. If you haven’t played a casino game before, this is a good chance to give it a try and have some fun. For those hard nosed gamblers, paid slots and tables will be open for play - YES! there will be poker, if we have the players.

Get a $3 slots play coupon, when you RSVP. One coupon per person, only valid for June 26th’s event.

RSVP HERE:
http://www.playacommunity.com/en/events/view/194745/date/2014-06-26

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WORLD CUP DINING - RINCON DEL CHEF
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When you visit Rincon del Chef this month, you will get a chance to try out a new Special Menu. Fernando is offering dishes from World Cup Countries. Here is a sample menu:
http://www.playacommunity.com/lifestyle-mainmenu-162/restaurant-reviews-mainmenu-164/5570-el-rincon-del-chef-special-menu-for-fifa-world-cup-month?lang=en

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SPANISH FOR GRINGOS
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The Coronado Community Center announces Spanish classes for Gringos, starting June 22. Check the link for details and enrollment contact:
http://www.playacommunity.com/en/news-mainmenu-149/community-news-mainmenu-214/5572-spanish-classes-for-gringos

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These and many more events are going on this month. There is yoga, Rotary meetings, karaoke, live music, happy hours, Spanish classes, pet shows and lots, lots more. For up-to-date event listings, check the calendar at: http://www.playacommunity.com/en/events/cal


I’ll be at Pacific Casino on the 26th. Hope to see you there!

Jamuna