Getting Acquainted: Newcomer and Expat Groups and Associations
You get some of your best info, insider tips and general orientation from others who have come before you.
Expats in Panama
Expats in Panama hosts a monthly dinner meeting on the second Tuesday of each month at a Panama City restaurant. Network, ask for advice from others who have made the move to Panama and enjoy the company.
Website: www.expatsinpanama.com
Who's New
An international women’s club welcoming new women to Panama.
Phone: (507) 264-0567.
Website: www.wnpan.org
The American Society of Panama
Lots of longtime residents are members. Holds monthly social gatherings- wine and cheese, cocktails and dinners. Has a "4th of July” picnic once a year in Panama’s summer dry season in January or February at the American ambassador's home that is fun for whole families and usually has fun activities for kids.
Website: www.amsoc.org
Charity Expat Socials
With the slogan “Its time to give something back,” holds a monthly dinners to benefit a local childrens charity, especially orphanages and organizes volunteer opportunities.
Website: www.charityexpatsocials.com
Expats Outside Panama City
Coronado Beach Area
Ex Pats West in the Pacific Coast Beaches Near Panama City meets every 4th Wednesday
At 5:00 p.m. in Coronado at El Rincon del Chef Restaurant.
Phone: (507) 6676-4834.
Boquete
Expat Group meets every Tuesday morning at the Panamonte Hotel. There is often a guest speaker.
Phone: (507) 720-1324.