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Today, Friday, Feb. 3 Auction for the monkeys Friends of Nosara is holding a fundraiser and auction for the benefit of the local howler monkey population from 5 to 8 p.m. in the Selvamar Clubhouse. There is a $30 fee to enter, and the organization said that 100 percent of the money raised would go a non-profit organization that rescues and cares for injured, orphaned and displaced wild animals. More information is on this Web site. This is the fourth annual auction in the Pacific coast community. French movie for kids Every first friday of the month the Alliance Française in Barrio Amón invites children to come and watch a French film with Spanish subtitles at 3 p.m. The film for this month is “Une vie de chat” (“A Cat”) for children. The screening is free. French film series Tonight kicks of the month-long “Viernes Cinéfilos” at Alliance Française in Barrio Amón, where they will screen french comedies every Friday at 6 p.m. The events are free to the public. Those interested can call the center at 2222-2283. Elton John The iconic musical legend has returned to Costa for a single night at the Estadio Ricardo Saprissa in Tibás. This is Sir Elton John's only stop in Central America during his international tour. Ticket prices range from 19,000 colons to 74,000 colons for VIP. Wildlife fundraiser The Nosara Wildlife Rescue is holding a fundraiser and auction for the organization from 5 to 8 p.m, at the Selvamar Clubhouse in Nosara. All proceeds will go to directly to the Costa Rican non-profit. The organization asks for a $30 donation at the door. This includes entrance and free sushi, shish kabobs and desserts. The auctioned items range from yoga classes to hotel stays to massages to jewelry and much more. Those interested can check out the auction list HERE and call Mary 2682-0105 or Paula at 8339-1131. Wednesday, Feb. 8 School begins The 2012 public school year begins today. The last day of the year will be Dec. 12. The midterm vacation will be from July 2 to 13, according to the Ministerio de Educación Pública. Tuesday, Feb. 14 Valentines Day charity golf tournament The 12th annual Have a Heart Charity Golf Tournament begins today at the Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course. All proceeds go to benefit the educational system in the Tamarindo area. Tickets cost $150 to participate in the tournament if the entrance is bought before Feb. 2. The price increases after the date. Those interested should call 2653-1945. Wednesday, Feb. 15 Writing group to meet The Costa Rican Author’s Group is presenting a seminar “Getting Published” at 1 p.m. at the Universal Baptist Church in Escazú. The seminar will include panel presentations covering, article and short story markets, print publishing, and e-publishing. Each presentation will be followed by questions from the audience. Anyone who has an interest in learning more about publishing are invited to attend by contacting either Allen Dickinson at, allen@humphree.net, or L Michael Rusin at crcaseyboy@gmail.com. The price is 5,000 colons for those who sign up in advance and 7,500 colones at the door. |
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Every Sunday
Roman Catholic Mass
Catholic Mass is offered every Sunday at 4 p.m. in English in the St. Mary's Chapel at the Ramada Plaza Herradura Hotel in Cariari. The phone for information is 2239-0033. All are invited. More information is HERE.
Escazú Christian Fellowship
The "heart, hands, and voice of Jesus
Christ in Costa Rica's English-speaking community" meets for worship
in English at 5 p.m. in Guachipelín (in the building of
International Baptist Church). Nursery care is available, and Sunday
School for preschoolers through high schoolers follows a children's
time in worship. Communion served each first Sunday. Please call
8395-9653 or browse www.ecfcr.net for more information
and directions.
Unity-Costa Rica Service in English
Unity Center for Spiritual Development in Piedades, Santa Ana (now down in the Unity office - 350 meters south — up the hill from the Shang Hai Restaurant) offers its English service of singing, meditation, and message at 10 a.m. For more information call Unity Center at 2203-4411 http://UnityCostaRica.org
New Orosi congregation
VFW meeting
Freemasons
The English-speaking La Luz Lodge No.3, Freemasons, meets the first and third Tuesday at at the Grand Lodge in San José opposite the AM PM supermarket on Avenida Central at Calle 19. For information: Gunner Nuñez, 8387-3903, Howard Smith, 2529-3169 or John Goodman, 2285-5231
Newcomers
Newcomers Club of Costa Rica (for women) meets first Tuesday of every month, September through May. Contact: 2288-5087 NewcomersCR@gmail.com
First Wednesday
American Legion Post 10
Costa Rica's first American Legion post, Post 10 in Escazú,
holds its meeting now at noon on the first Wednesday of the month. The
post, chartered in 1957, has been revitalized with the addition of more
than 20 new members, said a press release. Any former member whose
membership has lapsed is welcome to rejoin, it said. The meetings are
at the Club Cubano, located in Guachipelin, Escazú, off the road
to Caldera, Guachipelin exit, 600 meters north., and any veterans
of a uniformed service are invited to attend, the release said. Those
interested can contact Chuck Turner at 2228-6014, Mel Goldberg at
2288-0454, John Moran at 2232-1680 or Steve Venghaus at 2231-6105.
League for Peace
Women's International League for Peace and Freedom, Costa Rican
Section,
bilingual, meets in Heredia the first Wednesday of the month. Works on
peace activities, letters, editorials, campaigns for peace and human
rights.
Call Mitzi 2433-7078 for information.
Second Tuesday
Republicans Abroad
The Republicans Abroad of Costa Rica is an organization which
provides
a means for like minded individuals to meet and communicate with each
other and with the national Republican Party through our parent
organization, Republicans Abroad International. We sponsor a
luncheon/lecture series which meets on the second Tuesday of April,
May,
June, September, and October. The location of these lunches, the
speaker and the topic will be announced through the
English-language
press and by e-mail to our members. These meetings are open to the
public. For more information contact us by email to republicansabroadcr@hotmail.com
or by phone to 2232-5016
Third Tuesday
Freemasons
The English-speaking La Luz Lodge No.3, Freemasons, meets
the first and third Tuesday at at the Grand Lodge in San José
opposite the AM PM supermarket on Avenida Central at Calle 19. For
information: Gunner Nuñez, 8387-3903, Howard Smith, 2529-3169 or
John Goodman, 2285-5231
Second Wednesday
Third Thursday
Jacó women's group
The newly formed Central Pacific Women's Group holds its meeting at 9 a.m.
in Jacó's Balcon del Mar. The bilingual group is an affiliate of the Jacó Chamber of Commerce and discusses community and business issues. The group hosts guests speakers. Community building, cultural, educational, and social activities are topics of interest. Anyone interested in attending, can make a reservation at 2643-2853 or e-mail christinatruitt@gmail.com
Every Tuesday
All are invited to Bible study in San Antonio de Belén at 7:30 p.m., sponsored by Escazú Christian Fellowship. Call 2293-9437 or browse www.ecfcr.net for more information and directions.
Recycling in Tamarindo
Each Tuesday morning the Municipalidad de Santa Cruz will drive through Tamarindo and Langosta picking up recyclable material at the 10 sites with collection barrels and all other businesses who have requested a pick-up. More information is availalbe at tamarindorecycles@gmail.com
Every Wednesday
Bungee Bible
study
The Bungee Jumpers Bible study of Escazú
Christian Fellowship meets in Rohrmoser at 7:15. p.m. Please call
8395-9653 or browse www.ecfcr.net for more information
and directions.
Every Thursday
Men's Bible breakfast
The Men's Bible Study of Escazú Christian Fellowship meets for
breakfast at 7 a.m. at Robin's Kitchen (Escazú Centro, 300
meters
east of the Cruz Roja). Please call 8395-9653 or browse www.ecfcr.net
for more information and directions.
Women's Bible study
An interdenominational Bible study is taking place every Thursday from
10 a.m. to noon. The group of approximately 15 meets in member's
homes. For more information, call Cheryl Soerens at 2215-2116.
Second Saturday
Marine Corps League
The Costa Rica Detachment of the Marine Corps League has been formed
and is now functioning. Meetings are held at 11 a.m. on the second
Saturday of every month. We are looking for a few more good men and
women Marines and Navy FMF Corpsmen. Please contact Commandant Bill
Enell mcleaguecr@yahoo.com
Last Saturday
Democrats Abroad of Costa Rica meets on the last Saturday of every month (except December) at the Aurola Holiday Inn, downtown San Jose, 9:30 to noon. E-mail cr.democratsabroad@yahoo.com or call Nelleke Bruyn at 2279-3553 or e-mail her at bruynn@yahoo.com, for information and reservations. Register to vote absentee on www.VoteFromAbroad.org!
Last Sunday
Wine Club meeting
The Wine Club meets at 1 p.m. on the last Sunday of each month. For
more information on upcoming events, please e-mail costaricawineclub@gmail.com
Daily
Hams meet on the air
Amistad Amateur Radio Club meeting on-the-air, is now on 75
meters, at 3785 Khz. LSB, daily at 6:00 a.m., Costa Rica time. All
licensed hams in Central America are welcome and encouraged to check
in. Call on 2 meters FM on 145.77 Mhz.
anytime.
Contact Keko Diez, ti5kd10@gmail.com
for club info or info on obtaining reciprocal operating permission for
Costa Rica.
Anytime
SUBUD open houses
SUBUD is practice dedicated to the awakening of the human soul — and a renewal of our connection to the Great Life Force. It is not a religion but embraces the content of all religions. Subud Costa Rica will host a series of open houses for those interested in learning more. Scheduling to be based upon interest. Please call 8-859-5851, e-mail: hkaber@hotmail.com or visit www.subud.org for more information.
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