Winners of “Lockdown” photo competition revealed
The winners of a Lockdown-themed photographic competition organised by the Rotary Club Estoi Palace’s (RCEPI) have been revealed. RCEPI had asked “What has Lockdown meant to you” and appealed to
Dingbats21 – we’re stronger together!
‘Dingbats21’ came to me in the restless early hours one morning. Why? Because it is often then one finds, after a bereavement, that loneliness and being alone are two different
Rotary Clubs donate fridges to Algarve’s Refood branches
The Algarve’s Rotary Clubs, led by the Rotary Club of Faro, have donated several fridges and other cold storage equipment to the Algarve branches of charity organisation Refood. The fridges
Algarve Senior Bikers return to the roads
After a year of forced inactivity due to the pandemic, the Algarve Senior Bikers (ASB) finally managed a group ride again. Twenty-five members were pleased to get out on their
Pinetrees celebrates 36th anniversary in style
The team at Pinetrees Riding Centre know how to celebrate in style. On Saturday, June 12, a group of 18 staff and volunteers filled the restaurant space with three tables
Giving dance in Lagos a chance
Last month, 16 talented dancers from the Associação de Dança de Lagos (ADL) were triumphant in the ‘All Dance Portugal Hybrid Contest’ which was held in the Aveiro District. Impressively,
A happy tail
How a peaceful sanctuary rescues and rehabilitates ill-treated and abandoned dogs and donkeys thanks to the efforts of its volunteers and ongoing donations Just over 20 years ago, the local
A busy month for music lovers!
Katya Apekisheva (piano) and Pavel Fisher (violin) will give four concerts at Os Agostos, an 18th century country estate near Santa Bárbara de Nêxe, during June. The first, a matinée,
Carvoeiro Cat Charity fundraising dinner
Carvoeiro Cat Charity Association (CCCA) is holding its first charity dinner in over 18 months due to Covid-19 restrictions. It will be held at the family-run Ti Teresa Restaurant, near
For the love of art
As ArtCatto celebrates its 10th anniversary, founder Gillian Catto reflects on the gallery’s story so far ArtCatto in Loulé is celebrating its 10th anniversary and, like many businesses, has found