Convento’bio Lagoa’s stalls were almost blown away, but successful for APAA’s president Jenny Clarke and ‘Pop-Up’ head girl Anita.
Their fellow stall-holder Fiona of Fi-Line Fashions, stalwart APAA member, has good news. ‘Chump Chops’, Fiona’s foundling dog in need, having received veterinary care. Surgery, high on the bill, got help from the Association for Protection of Animals Algarve. Fiona, selling bequeathed jewellery, funds for ‘Chump’. “It all helps!” It certainly does.
Tinker? Jenny’s not a happy bunny. “Tinker, a stray adopted by a couple who had to return to England.” APAA arranged to feed and look after the cat. Unfortunately, on one visit, the cat looked a little fragile. “It was a hot day,” Jenny recollects.
Having ensured puss was cooled down and watered and fed, Jenny left a happier feline friend. Unfortunately, on the following visit, the cat had seemed a little worse. “Sadly, by the time we contacted the owners and explained the situation, Tinker had relapsed and died.” It turns out, however, that she was at least 15 years old. Perhaps Puss was ready for her final home? Cremations with Câmara, quick and efficiently through local vet. Pre-cremation storage around €20/€25. Privately: €275-€750 depending on weight and container for ashes. Tinker had a posh parting.
Paul’s Holistic Health Day, April 20, sold out. But Paul will be ‘Popping-Up’ at Anita’s Special Mad Hatters Lunch on Sunday, May 19. Read on!
Magic Markers!
- APAA’s Quiz Lunch and Raffle returns at VIMAR Grill, Carvoeiro, April 23, 12.30pm for 1pm. Choice: tasty roast pork or grilled dourada. Couverts, veg soup, desserts, drinks etc. €22 Members, €24 non-members*.
- Bargain time! May 6, Pop-Up Shop at O Tasco
- May 19, Anita’s super-duper Mad Hatter’s Buffet Lunch Garden Party. Special plants on sale.*
- May 24, Pop-Up classics on sale at Manu’s (O Pescador), Figueira.
- Sunday, May 12, Ferragudo Car Boot Sale – weather hopefully permitting! Watch for more info.
Can’t do a ‘Pop-Up’ or event? APAA’s Charity Shops in Alvor and Silves. Always bursting with goodies, ornaments, duvets, rugs, larger household items. Friendly staff on site to chat and help, not forgetting Jenny’s jams, preserves, marmalades (New recipes!). Jackie’s cookies too. Want any information on what’s in stock or looking for something specific, email Jenny.
All funds raised by APAA help to maintain and feed cat colonies and abandoned, often injured dogs. If you think you can help, contact Jenny. “We always need cat food donations.” Time on your hands? “Volunteers for Team APAA are always treasured and welcome!” A gift to us from you!
*VIMAR lunch / Anita’s Mad Hatter’s Sunday Lunch – book with Jenny 919 041 903 or events.apaaportugal@gmail.com – ask about vegetarian option.
General Jenny: info.apaaportugal@gmail.com
Cat colonies: zelia.santos@live.co.uk
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