For your diary

Jazz night at Las Terrazas, Multiplaza Pacific. Info.: 300-9462.

Independent film night at La Casona, Casco Viejo (one block past the Plaza Herrera). 8:30 p.m. Free entrance. Info.: 211-0740.

“Puertas” (doors) exhibit at the Arlene Lachman Gallery (Calle 1ra El Carmen No. 101). All types of doors artistically enhanced by 22 artists. Monday – Friday 9:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. Saturdays 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Info: 264-5257.

Expocomer 2009 at ATLAPA, business exhibits from more than 30 countries. 1:00 p.m.

Jazz night at Platea Bar, Casco Viejo. 10:30 p.m. Info.: 228-4011

Tango presentation by the Argentinean Tango Academy of Panama at Pizza Piola. Tango lessons from 8:00 – 9:00 p.m. for $5. Info.: 263-4668.

Woody Allen’s “Writer’s Block” at Theatre Guild (next to Ancon DIJ). 8:00 p.m. Donation: $10. Info.: 212-0060.

Happy hour and live music at Shihan Sushi restaurant (Calle 51, banking area) from 6:00 – 9:00 p.m. Info.: 264-1824.

Summer Fest 09, an event that unites all of the musical genres in the country. 20 national artists on stage at La Cascada, Dolega, Chiriqui. $5.

Japanese Culture Week inauguration at the National Library (Parque Omar) with typical Japanese dances), “Aikido”, a fashion show, the traditional tea ceremony and more. 10:30 a.m. Info.: 263-6155.

Spaghetti Fiesta by the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 3822 at the Balboa Yacht Club, Amador. Noon – 5:00 p.m. Tickets $8, contact Richard Allar (296-7982) or Al Mendoza (260-3065).

Trip to Coiba Island. $85 for transportation, room and board. Info.: www.ecoviajerospanama.com.

Japanese Culture Week free movie screenings at Teatro en Circulo and Cinepolis. For a full list of movies, timings and locations, visit: www.panama.emb-japan.go.jp

Trip to Coiba Island. $85 for transportation, room and board. Info.: www.ecoviajerospanama.com.

Flea market at the Cathedral Plaza, Casco Viejo, starting at 9:30 a.m.

Expats happy hour social at Rhino’s. 7:30 – 11:00 p.m.

Japanese Culture Week free Origami workshop and Japanese lessons at the National Library. 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Info.: 263-6155.

St Andrew’s Society (Scottish Society) gathering at Rincon Aleman. 7:00 – 9:00 p.m.

Le Grand Cirque in Panama at ATLAPA. Tickets $15 - $65 at Farmacias Metro, Extreme Planet and Hometek. Wed – Fri, 8:00 p.m. Sat 3:00 p.m., 8:00 p.m., Sun 2:00 p.m. , 7:00 p.m.

Boquete Jazz Festival concert at Valle Escondido Country Club with Luba Mason and her Trio, Reginald Boyce, and Panama’s Jazz Effects (Friday) and Imox Jazz Quartet, Hernan Romero Jazz Flamenco, and Yuri Honing Quartet (Saturday). 8:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Tickets per day: VIP (with table) $20, general admission: $15; sold at: Valle Escondido Country Club, Bistro Boquete, Oasis B&B and Ana´s Sweet in Boquete, and Cocina Rica in David.

American Society picnic on the grounds of the “Los Capitanes Hotel” in El Valle, Anton. 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. $18 members; $20 non-members. RSVP by March 12 at American.society.panama@gmail.com.

VI Diablos and Congos Festival, afro-colonial cultural showcase, in front of Portobelo’s park. 10:00 a.m. Sale of food and crafts, art exhibits and cultural performances. Info.: 264-4560.

Japanese Culture Week Anime and POP culture event at the University of Panama with Cosplay and a drawing contest, anime documentaries, karaoke, fashion shows, and more. Free Entrance. Info.: 263-6155.

Boquete Jazz Festival’s free concert at the Domingo Medica Park. 11:00a.m to 4:00p.m

IX Kite festival by the Chinese - Panamanian Professionals Association at Amador, near TGIF. 2:00 – 6:00 p.m. Info.: 2367355.

Expats Explorer Jungle boat tour to Lake Gatun. $85 / person, includes transportation to/from lake. RSVP by March 15 to admin@expatsinpanama.com

Expat Explorer La Pintada day trip. Visit Panama Hat makers, cigar makers, and tour a gold mine. 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. RSVP my March 9 to admin@expatsinpanama.com. $30 / person.

Fundacion Opera Panama presents “La Magia de la Opera” (The magic of opera) at the National Theater, with performances of the most beloved works of opera including Puccini, Mozart and Wagner. Tickets $10 - $85 at Blockbuster.

Books & Arts Circle in English at Exedra Books. 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Come discuss literature and arts, with any topic-related book of your choice. $5.

American Society of Panama and USA Caravana’s Annual Auction at the Plaza Paitilla Inn. Info.: 6583-1165.