Children to sing at Christmas fairs
Children of the Algarve Junior Choir in Vilamoura have been rehearsing Christmas carols in preparation for performances at the 3 Charities Christmas Fair tomorrow (Saturday) and Sunday, the Spirit of
Sleeping Beauty comes to Faro this month
Two performances of the ballet Sleeping Beauty form part of a cultural programme this month organised by the Pedro Ruivo Foundation in conjunction with the Strauss Festival Orchestra. This festive
COMMEMORATIVE POSTCARDS
As Olhanense approach their Centenary Year, the Expat Supporters Group are publishing a series of commemorative postcards featuring teams, players and events from the club’s illustrious history. The first set
Sounds of classical music
This month the Algarve Orchestra will take to the stage and perform at various Algarve locations, including Faro, Albufeira and Portimão. The orchestra is made up of 17 different nationalities
Counter attack!
Portimonense put an end to their dismal away form with an emphatic first Liga Orangina victory under new coach Carlos Mozer. Mid-week training at the Cascade Resort facilities in Lagos,
Speed dating
A speed dating event has been organised in Vilamoura on December 8. Those wishing to participate should go along to the 19th Hole bar at Vilamoura Marina. Age groups are
Debating those controversial Algarve issues
By INÊS LOPES ines.lopes@theresidentgroup.com Followers of the Algarve Resident page on Facebook have been voicing their concerns over tax hikes and security in the region after the issues were put
St Vincent’s Christmas Fayre
By Margaret Brown Another warm sunny day at the beginning of Advent and a blessing on Luz Church’s annual Christmas Fayre at Almadena on November 26. Although reduced in size,
English poetry
The Association of Literature and Film Friends of the Algarve (ALFA) is holding an afternoon reading of English prose and poetry next week. Participants are invited to take along an interesting
Surinam smasher
Lagoa badminton ace Pedro Martins continued his push for a place at the 2012 London Olympic Games with a 14-21, 21-16, 21-18 victory over Austria’s Michael Lahnsteiner in the final