New at Barringtons
Barringtons in Vale do Lobo is inviting members of the public to any of its free open days to experience its new Matrix gym, new classes and to answer any
Breast cancer awareness
AWARENESS SESSIONS to alert the public to the importance of prevention and early diagnosis of breast cancer are being organised in the Vila do Bispo area by the Associação Oncológica
Alfresco dining
AS THE Algarve warms up, Zonda, the barbeque shop, and WineMine have joined forces to create a series of wine and barbeque tastings, the first of which will be held
Domestic abuse figures rise
A TOTAL of 851 domestic abuse cases were reported in the Algarve in 2006, two per cent more than in 2005. The national victim support organisation, APAV, released a report,
TGIF reminder
DON’T FORGET to book your place for this month’s TGIF (Thank Goodness It’s Friday!) lunch, taking place on March 30, at the Hotel Garbe in Armação de Pêra. The topic
Business discussion
PROMINENT ENTREPRENEUR André Jordan is to be the special guest at a dinner debate hosted by the Almancil Business Association entitled, New Business Opportunities in Almancil. The event takes place
Bridge closure
STRUCTURAL REPAIR work on the old bridge across the Arade River in Portimão will mean its closure for around six months next year while the 3.5 million euro project is
Reconstruction for sustainable tourism
AS PART of the government’s plan to improve strong tourist areas, the Albufeira coastline is being redeveloped to maximise space and natural ambience. Architect José Adrião was awarded 14,964 euros
Cha cha cha
Learn new steps at workshops held at Pavilhão Gimnodesportivo Municipal, in Portimão. Workshops will take place between 4pm and 6pm, priced at 10 euros each. To book your place, email desporto@cm-portimao.pt
Heartfelt donation
MEMBERS OF the Carvoeiro Golfe & Country Clube (CGCC) presented a cheque for 9,040 euros to the Cardiology unit at Portimão hospital. The money was raised through a series of

