Celebration of the Battle of Vitória
The Battle of Vitória took place on June 21 1813, just 200 years ago. Having beaten Marshal Marmont at Salamanca in 1812, Wellington determined to push the French completely out
Exhibition of a Master – Tom Bund
A captivating solo show of work by celebrated artist Tom Bund opens at Galeria Arte Algarve in Lagoa on Saturday, November 9. Tom Bund has been painting for decades. His
Pioneering artists cooperative opens
An ambitious new space for artists and creators has just opened in Faro promising “strength in togetherness” and the chance to change mentalities. Fábrica dos Sentidos is a 5,000-square metre
Crocodile swap
Lagos Zoo has transferred one of its dwarf male crocodiles to the Mulhouse Zoo in France to mate. The animal was considered a “very important” specimen due to his bloodline.
Top of the Algarve Pops
Iga Victoria Talent comes naturally, some say. Others believe it comes through hard work. Young Iga Victoria may represent the consensus that it comes from somewhere in-between. The 11-year-old born
Why we should remember…
The end of hostile activity between the Allies and Germany was marked at 11am on November 11, 1918. The armistice was signed in France. It was always hoped that this
Rotarians visit wildlife rehabilitation centre RIAS
A group from the Rotary Club Estoi Palace International paid a visit to the wildlife rehabilitation and investigation centre for the Ria Formosa, RIAS, near Olhão on October 29. Originally
The strong arm of the law
Kees and Coos and Arie are in trouble again. Every season it’s the same problem – whether they are trying to drag the moon out of the pond, or build
Charity networking
A networking wine tasting party is being held at the Le Club Santa Eulália in Albufeira on November 11 from 3pm to 8pm. The event is sponsored by British-Portuguese Chamber
Crime prevention in the lead up to Christmas
By David Thomas Whilst most of us will be preparing for the big day (just 55 days to go) and trying to decide on all the festive arrangements, criminals also