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San Juan Bautista Festival in Augadulce
Monday June 24th 2019 residents and tourist gathered in Augadulce to commemorate a day dedicated to their patron saint San Juan Bautista.
Riba Smith Garden Fair
The Riba Smith Garden fair is on today (Saturday, June 8th 2019) from 12 noon until 9:00 p.m.
San Carlos Surf Camp
It’s surf season in Panama, and there are some great surf breaks along the Pacific Coast of Panama. If you want to learn to surf a surf camp is a great place to do it!
Calling all Coronado writers!
If you are a writer, aspiring writer, or just enjoy writing for fun, the writers group at Picasso in Coronado is something you should check out.
American Society of Panama helps schools
After the Playa Coronado Rotary Club presented the Counters Down Project to the American Society of Panama, the organization made a donation $513 that will goto supporting Panamanian students.
Connect to the Coronado community!
Are you getting the most out of Playa Community, Coronado Panama’s #1 resource for connecting? Here are a 5 ways you can use our website to get involved in Coronado, Panama.
PCIS Summer Camp
Panama Coast International School located in Gorgona will offer a summer program for kids 3 to 16 from June 17 until July 31st. PCIS Summer Fun Camp is just $350 per child for the 6 week program.
Dinner theatre "Emotional Baggage"
Love the theatre? Enjoy a production by Face to Black DInner Theatre Saturday, June 8th 2019 at 7:00 p.m. at the Coronado Bay Solarium Salon Conference Room.
Help keep our beaches clean!
Keep our community clean, join this month’s Beach Cleanup Sunday May 19th. If you cannot make the clean up, don’t worry, you can still help! Be mindful of picking up your own trash and creating less.
Coronado Photo Club announces Frank Corbett
The Coronado Photo Club has announced that Frank Corbett from Starfire Photography will take over as Club administrator.
Panama National News
3.1 GDP for Panama in 1st quarter of 2019
The National Institute of Statistics and Census of the Comptroller General of the Republic revealed a real gross domestic product (GDP) of 3.1% for Panama in the first quarter of 2019.
Panama’s debutes in 2019 Gold Cup with a win
Panama made their debuted in the 2019 Gold Cup on Tuesday, with a 2-0 win against Trinidad and Tobago in Minnesota.
Rescuers find body of missing youth in Gorgona
Sinaproc was in Gorgona June 9th searching for young man reported missing. The Ministry of Security reported on Monday, June 10, rescuers had discovered the body of the young man in Las Hamacas.
The Las Mañanitas Fire
A fire in Las Mañanitas, took 150 members of Panama’s Fire department over 5 hours to fight, and resulted in an evacuation for residents of the Villa Daniela neighborhood Friday June 8.
2019 Pride month in Panama
Saturday June 1st was a historic day in Panama city as the pride flag was raised in Panama City as part of the World Pride Panama festival "Breaking Barriers, Building Bridges."
Family devastated after baby dies from burns
Nine month old Marcelo Muñoz has died after suffering serious burns in an explosion that took place in Panama City Friday May 31st.
2 Foreigners among 34 murdered in May
While the majority of the 34 murders that took place in Panama in the month of May were gang related, several were not, including the murders of two foreigners, Alan Culverwell and Nicolás Antonio.
Security minister against routine checkpoints
Security Minister, Rolando Mirones spoke out against the implementation of routine police checks Friday, news that has some foreigners rejoicing.
Panama’s big win in FIFA U-20 World Cup
It was an Historic Day for Panama, when the team won 1-2 against Saudi Arabia, marking the first victory for the Panamanians in the history of the FIFA U-20 World Cup.
4 seriously injured in massive explosion
Chaos broke out in Panama City at the PH Costa Mare, in Don Bosco when the explosion of gas tank left 14 injured of which, 4 were left with serious injuries. The blast left several buildings damaged.
Cortizo working on Secondary Education
President elect, Nito Cortizo obtained his doctorate in International Trade from the University of Texas, now he is working with the prestigious American university on scholarship programs.
PRD, Contact law and Minera Panama
The bench of the Democratic Revolutionary Party states they will not endorse bill 766 to approve the contract between the State and Minera Panama, promoted by the Varela administration.
Traffic accidents continue in Panama
With several accidents taking place Monday May 28th 2019, authorities are asking that drivers take caution on the road.
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Encountering a wild animal in Panama
One of Panama’s biggest allure is the country’s abundant wildlife! Developed cities in Panama like Panama City’s Cinta Costera and the Pacific Beach town of Coronado offer wildlife sightings.
Canal Authority Imposes draft limits
National Post reported on low levels in lake Gatun which have caused Panama’s Canal Authority to implement draft limits for shops moving through the Canal.
A plee to protect Boná island
Attorney General, Rigoberto González has requested information from the Environmental Minister, Emilio Sempris, on Boná Island for the second time following a lease agreement for an oil terminal.
Lesser Known Wine Regions to Visit
1st in a series: SOUTH AFRICA.
Panama Greek Fest 2019
Saturday March 30th the Hellenic Orthodox Community will host the sixth edition of the "Panama Greek Festival."
Panama works with ARAP to stop illegal fishing
Panama has signed an agreement that aims to support monitoring and control efforts in fighting illegal and unregulated fishing.
10 Simple Steps to Cure Lower Back Pain
Lower back pain can make the easiest tasks difficult. Whether your back pain is structural or muscular, lower back pain is frustrating. But there is good news, back pain can be cured.
Island, mountain and cultural excursions
There is something everyone in Panama! from coastal day trips out of Panama City to Panama’s Pacific Islands like Taboga, and Contadora...
Why Panama made Vogue in 2019
Panama City will see it’s 500th birthday this year, and according to Vogue’s travel section, 2019 is a great year to check out Panama! From the capital city to remote islands we’re offically in Vogue!
Latest Classified Ads in Coronado and Surrounding Areas
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Housesitting
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Today's Events In Coronado and Panama's Pacific Coast
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8:30 AM - 9:30 AM: Hatha Yoga
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4:00 PM - 5:30 PM: Blble Study - Coronado Bible Church
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5:00 PM - 7:00 PM: Picasso Community Happy Hour
Tourist Places to Visit in Panama
Boquete Panama
San Blas Panama
Cerro Punta y Volcan
La Yeguada Veraguas
Pearl Islands Panama (Contadora)
Santa Catalina Panama
Azuero Peninsula
Puerto Armuelles Panama
Chiriqui Highlands
Suggested Reads
Everything you need to know about Coronado Panama
Panama School guide
Coronado Restaurant Guide
Rainy Season Surf Guide
5 Tips to Stay Safe at the Beach
How to treat Jelly Fish stings
Riptides - How to Identify and Escape
Off Roading Playa Style Panama
A breif Visit to Panama's Embera Quera Tribe
See Turtles on Mata Oscura
Isla Palenque: Escape from Civilization
Birding Panama’s Pipeline Road
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