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Collar and Cuffs
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Nigel and Sarah are the husband/wife music duo “Collar & Cuffs” who have been entertaining along the Algarve since they moved to Lagos from the UK in January 2007.
On the weekend of October 25th and 26th, author Anne Aylor, the winner of the Historical Novel Society Short Story Award 2014, returns to Armação de Pêra to lead her popular “Finding the Inspiration to Write” workshop. The classes will be held on Saturday and Sunday at the Holiday Inn Algarve, with attendees gathering for a meal together on Friday evening. This course is residential or non-residential.
International keyboard player and singer Nigel has been performing professionally for many years in all sorts of venues. Nowadays they can be found working in hotels, restaurants, cabaret bars and holiday centres also for parties and dinner/dances. They have also taken part in charity events raising money for the Lagos Children’s Home, Riding for the Disabled, and recently for the bombeiros. Their music ranges from big-band swing, rock ‘n’ roll, ballads and country to strict tempo dancing. It’s all LIVE. They don’t use backing tracks! Keep an eye out for their posters. To contact Nigel & Sarah please call 282798109 or 916563191
Centenary commemoration
This workshop is open to all levels of writers, from beginners to those have have started any kind of writing project and those who would enjoy being stretched by new exercises and having their work read and discussed.
Tapas Trail The fourth annual Tapas Trail in Portimão gets going on September 5th and will continue until October 12th. It’s the brain child of local civic association Teia D’Impulsos with the support of the town council and local councils. This year the number of businesses taking part is expected to exceed 70 and will include restaurants in Alvor & Ferragudo and Portimão - turning the west Algarve into the “Tapas Capital of the World”!! Participation Passports can be picked up at any of the participating restaurants/cafés, at the Tourist Office in Portimão or at the Municipal Museum. “Snackers” are invited to
Six of the best A Garden Party is taking place at the Palace of Estoi on October 4th as “a crucial reminder of the sacrifices made” in commemoration of the 100 year anniversary of the First World War. Verses from the poems of the First World War will be performed. The choir of Luz da Tavira and the choir of The Angels will be entertaining throughout the afternoon. There will also be a Fire Display. Garden Party food will be served within the Formal Gardens, and the use of the Salons and Bar of the Palace will be open for use of people attending the event. This will be a prestigious event and tickets will be on sale at a cost of €15. Should you wish to know more please kindly contact Maxine on 917 267 948.
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At this summer’s Artcatto exhibition, which is open until the end of October, there are six of the best. Philip Jackson, the British sculptor who has produced most of the monumental commissions in England - from the Queen Mother in the Mall to the huge Bomber Command in Green Park to Bobby Moore outside Wembley Stadium. Philip’s own personal work is breath-taking. Philip Jackson had been given the huge honour of being commissioned for the Ghandi sculpture, to be erected opposite the Houses of Parliament in London in 2015. The memorial will stand in Parliament Square
People who attended this workshop have said: “I wrote myself a note of all the things I could remember I had learned during the 2 days—I filled 3 pages.” “The weekend ... built my confidence; it freed my imagination and made me re-look at the way I write.” “If you want to write, you definitely will follow Anne’s lead and write. Well worth the time and money.” Anne’s website www.anneaylor.co.uk has more details on the course, as well as many comments from participants and a review that appeared in Writing Magazine. To speak to the local course co-ordinator, ring Ivan Ellison in Lagos on 969 028 130. make a donation of €1 when picking up the passport to help local charity organisations in the area. Don’t forget to get your passport stamped when you visit a participating restaurant/café. The collection of the stamps entitles you to prizes!!! At participating restaurants you can enjoy taster plates of local savoury dishes for just €2,50 while the local sweets and cakes menu is just €2. Very good value and very tasty! There will also be a great programme of entertainment and cultural activities attached to the event this year. For further information please go to www.teiadimpulsos.pt
alongside those of Abraham Lincoln and Nelson Mandela. The Artcatto Summer Exhibition also welcomes the works of Mr He, one of the finest Chinese artists working today who is a master of calligraphy. Alain Bertrand who has a following like no other and who has been a friend of the gallery for many years, will have several works on display as will Vicente Romero - his beautifully crafted work is immensely popular, and finally, Gwyn Jones whose paintings grab the moment with her lively brush strokes and technical prowess. For information, visit: www.artcatto.com
Sagres Birdwatching Festival 2014 The 5th Birdwatching Festival of Sagres will be held between October 2nd and 5th this year. This acclaimed event is growing each year and offers fabulous birdwatching opportunities as well as plenty of other
activities. The festival attracts international visitors and is a celebration of nature and this beautiful part of Portugal. To get more details about how to register, visit: www.birdwatchingsagres.com