International print exhibition
An exhibition of print works by a number of well known international artists will be on display at the Vale do Lobo Art Gallery until October 4. A diverse selection
Sea turtles appeal
Algarve beaches have seen an abnormally high number of dead sea turtles washed ashore, particularly in the east area of the region. Zoomarine’s animal rehabilitation centre is asking people to
Bringing literature to the Algarve
By DAISY SAMPSON daisy.sampson@theresidentgroup.com Inspired by the success of literature festivals around the world, Barbara Fellgiebel is organising the first literature festival to take place in the Algarve, bringing together
Lagos Avenue on show
An exhibition entitled Avenida dos Descobrimentos – 50 anos de História (Avenue of Discoveries – 50 Years of History) will be inaugurated on Sunday at 10pm at the Antigos Paços
September exhibition
An exhibition by Jane Page is to be held at the Galeria Municipal in São Brás de Alportel from September 1 until September 15. Guests will be able to view
British tourists saved from drowning
Two British tourists were dragged by a strong current out to sea when they were bathing on Amoreira beach in Aljezur on August 6. They were rescued by the beach
Light aircraft crashes due to an engine failure
A light aircraft crash-landed on Tuesday at the Portimão Municipal Aerodrome in Alvor after an engine failed as it was approaching the landing strip. The aerial advertising company Socata MS-893A
Summer fun for Apatris children
Children from the Apatris institution in Faro were joined by ACCA representatives, a charity which supports underprivileged children and their families in the Algarve, on a day trip to AquaShow
Bus route
Albufeira Câmara inaugurated a new Giro bus route on August 9 that will link the train station at Ferreiras and the city of Albufeira. The new service will improve mobility
Medieval fair
There is still time to enjoy the annual Medieval Fair being held in the streets around the historic city of Silves until Sunday. Sample some medieval food, dress up in

