New volunteer platform to launch in September
A new online platform, Volunteering Portugal (volunteering.pt), will officially launch this September, providing a central hub for charities and community organizations to connect with individuals seeking volunteer opportunities. The initiative
Obituary: Patricia Ann “Pat” Skipper (April 25, 1941 – August 1, 2025)
Petite in stature, Pat Skipper was a force of nature. She was a person that everybody looked up to. She had a knack of saying things deep and meaningful, in
Lagos celebrates Ukrainian culture with popular festival next week
With so much regarding the future of Ukraine ‘uncertain’ right now, the Oranta Association for the support of the Ukrainian community in Portugal promises another joyous FelizOnda festival in Lagos
Catholic Mass in English in Carvoeiro
A Catholic mass in English is taking place on Sunday, July 17, at 4pm in Carvoeiro at the chapel on the cliffs, Nossa Senhora de Encarnação [Our Lady of the
Photography exhibition: Bastiaan Woudt at In The Pink Gallery in Loulé
In The Pink Gallery, Loulé, is hosting a solo exhibition of internationally acclaimed photographer Bastiaan Woudt, starting in September. Born in the Netherlands in 1987, Bastiaan Woudt is a self-taught
Award-winning dance school expands programming throughout Vila Real de Santo António
Following their impressive showing at the Grand Jeté Dance Awards, Academia de Ballet Contemporâneo (ABC) continues to build on their success with expanded community programming and international recognition. The school
A mixed bag of tricks …
Joe, an older student, like many of his mates, is on holiday. Jenny Clarke, president of Association for Protection of Animals Algarve (APAA), is trying to keep him out of
A visit to Casa do Rio in Estômbar – a summer-friendly lunch for Chaîne des Rôtisseurs
An Algarvian summer treat was enjoyed by members of the local branch of the Chaîne des Rôtisseurs on Friday, August 8. Casa do Rio in Estômbar is a warm, intimate
Fostering saves lives – can you help Aurora?
Aurora is a young, gentle cat who was rescued from a colony in Odiáxere, Lagos, after being hit by a car. Thankfully, she’s doing well following surgery and a month
Algarve Jazz Orchestra presents August concerts
August is in full swing, bringing plenty of opportunities for jazz fans in the Algarve. Following the success of Beliche Jazz ’25 in Sagres, the Algarve Jazz Orchestra has announced










