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1 October"

What's On: Thursday 1 October 2009

the Algarve What's On: on Thursday 1 October 2009

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Music: Rock, Pop & Country
Karaoke
Every day
With over 10,000 tracks available Karaoke every night and competitions and prizes to be won at the Diamond's bar, 21:30. Tel: 289 542 952.
Live Pop Rock
Every day
Live music and karaoke every day with Irish and International musicians at Erin's Isle Irish Pub and Restaurant. Tel: 289 542 949.
Dancing: Latin & Salsa
Singles Night: Beginners
Every Thu From: Tuesday 29 September 2009 To: Thursday 31 December 2009
Dance in different styles and meet new friends. Dance instruction available for those who want it. Strictly Social Dance, Parque Industrial, near Bricomania. 20:00-21:00. Tel: 282 314 900. info@strictlysocialdance.com
Singles Night: Intermediate
Every Thu From: Tuesday 29 September 2009 To: Thursday 31 December 2009
Dance in different styles and meet new friends. Dance instruction available for those who want it. Strictly Social Dance, Parque Industrial, near Bricomania. 21:00-22:00. Tel: 282 314 900. info@strictlysocialdance.com
Social & Community Events
Ladies' Keep Fit Dance Program
Every Thu From: Tuesday 29 September 2009 To: Thursday 31 December 2009
Improve your health and meet new friends. Strictly Social Dance, Parque Industrial, near Bricomania. 14:00. €7. Tel: 282 314 900. info@strictlysocialdance.com
Art & Exhibitions
Five Artists Five Senses
Every Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat From: Tuesday 29 September 2009 To: Thursday 31 December 2009
Studio GT, Rua do Vale Formoso. 10:00-18:00. Tel: 289 391 566.
Children's Events
Mums and Tots
Every Thu
New playgroup for mums and babies held in Almancil every Thursday 10:30-12:30. Contact Fiona for further information. Tel: 919 150 412.
Expos & Trade Fairs
Book Fair
Every Thu
Luz Book Fair offering new and used books for all the family from the Griffin bookshop. Held at at Hotel Belavista, Rua 5 de Outubro 206-A every Thursday from 10:30-13:30. Tel: 829 393 904. Or e-mail: griffin@mail.telepac.pt.
Pub & Café Entertainment
Quiz Night
Every Thu
Quiz night at C@SA, 19:30, every second Thursday of the month.
Social & Community Events
Line Dancing
Every Thu
Line dancing group organised by Sue Helen. Meets at Almancil Community centre every Thursday morning from 10:00.
Music: Rock, Pop & Country
Nig Ericson - keyboard and vocal entertainer
Every Thu
Live music every Thursday with Nig Ericson playing a variety of music through the decades. At Pestana Alvor Praia Hotel from 20:30-23:30.
Live Music
Every Thu
WIth Mediterranean cuisine. Buzio Restaurant, Prainha, Apt 25. 18:00. Tel: 282 458 772.
Art & Exhibitions
Marrakech
From: Saturday 5 September 2009 To: Sunday 28 February 2010
13 paintings by Belgian artist Mikki F. Monte Santo Resort, Aldeamento Turístico Monte Santo, Sitio do Mato Serrão. Tel: 282 321 000. info.montesanto@imocom-grupo.com
Mo Miller
From: Tuesday 29 September 2009 To: Sunday 25 October 2009
Tivoli Hotel, Apartado 1299, Vale do Covo, Praia do Carvoeiro. Tel: 282 351 100.
Events & Festivals
Mala 2009
From: Monday 21 September 2009 To: Thursday 15 October 2009
Visual arts, music, theatre, dance and performing arts by local artists. Various locations, including Posto de Informação Municipal, Ex-Paços do Concelho, N.º 18 da Rua Castelo dos Governadores, Museu Municipal and Fortaleza Ponta da Bandeira.
Sports & Sailing
VH Pilates
Every Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Regular classes are held by Veronica Hutchinson, who is a highly qualified Pilates instructor. There are classes for beginners, one to one personal training and small group classes. Free consultation is available prior to the first Pilates session. Sessions held at The Pilates Studio, Loja 1 Lote 24, Lagos Marina. Classes Monday 09:00, 10:30 and 18:00; Tuesday 08:30, 10:30; Wednesday 10:30; Thursday 08:30, 10:30 and 18:00; Friday 08:30 and 10:30. Small group classes €9.50 (10 classes €85.50) One to One Training from €38 per hour. Tel: 938 630 954.
Free Yoga Classes
Every Thu From: Tuesday 29 September 2009 To: Saturday 31 October 2009
Porto de Mós beach. 19:00-20:30. associacaotel@gmail.com
Theatre & Shows
Mala 2009
From: Thursday 20 August 2009 To: Thursday 15 October 2009
Shows by different local artists, spanning visual art, music, theatre, dance and performing arts. Numerous venues, including Posto de Informação Municipal, Castelo dos Governadores, Museu Municipal and Fortaleza Ponta da Bandeira.
Walks & Visits
Casa Fogaça
Every Sun, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
See how the caravels were built and what was eaten on board. Access to Casa Fogaça is through the Municipal Market on Avenida and from Rua Dr. Faria e Silva. 10:00-18:00. Tel: 282 780 060.
Art & Exhibitions
Art Exhibition
Every day
An exhibition of the lifetime work of Marianela Vasconcelos, who sadly died last year. She was very talented and left an amazing legacy of her work in a variety of media such as watercolours, acrylics, pastel, charcoal and literature and verse. This exhibition is being organised by the Lion's Club de Loulé and is at the Galeria do Arte, Convento Espirito Santo. For more information contact Bruce Allen. Tel: 282 444 874 or e-mail: vf@hotmail.com.
Dance of the Bears
From: Friday 18 September 2009 To: Monday 5 October 2009
"Danca dos Ursos." A collection of multi-coloured, life-size bears by the German sculptor Karl Heinz Stock. Loulé Castle. Tel: 282 431 036.
Social & Community Events
Duplicate Bridge
Every Thu
Duplicate bridge matches held every Thursdays 13:30 at Porta Dona Maria, between Luz and Burgau. Tel: 282 799 379.
Sports & Sailing
Energyball
Every Tue, Thu
Toning class to music using the fit ball, dumb bells and resistance bands. In the studio at Estrela da Luz. For 45 minutes from 18:30. For more information from the Health and Beauty reception tel: 282 771 200 or e-mail: hbreception@oceanicogroup.com.
Art & Exhibitions
Paintings by Liz Allen
Every day
Open studio. Phone for times and directions. Tel: 282 955 320. art@lizallenart.com
Magical Algarve
Every Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri From: Sunday 6 September 2009 To: Friday 9 October 2009
Paintings and sculptures by seven international artists. Galeria Arte Algarve, Monchique Centro. 11:00-16:00. Tel: 925 004 051.
Events & Festivals
Fiesa - The International Sand Sculptures Festival
From: Monday 1 June 2009 To: Thursday 22 October 2009
The only event of its kind in the Iberian peninsula, each year the festival is dedicated to a different theme. It occupies an area of 15,000 square metres and showcases the work of artists of various nationalities. 10:00-24:00. €8 adults, €4.50 aged 6-12, free for under 5s. Tel: 969 459 259. fiesa@prosandart.com
Art & Exhibitions
David Bachman
Every Sun, Thu, Fri, Sat
Exhibition of paintings entirely in the tradition of ‘plein air’, in which the major part of each canvas is worked on site, enabling a palpable sense of connection with the environment. Corte Real Gallery, Old Railway Station. 11:00-17:00. Tel: 912 737 762 or 918 980 199. galeria@corterealarte.com
John Lamonby and Paula Will
Every Sun, Thu, Fri, Sat
An exhibition of the artists' works alongside a collection of handmade pottery from small independent potters across Europe. Galeria Corte-Real. 11:00-17:00 Thursday and Sunday, 11:00-19:00 Friday and Saturday. Tel: 918 980 199/912 737 762. galeria@corterealarte.com
Six Automatons
From: Monday 21 September 2009 To: Thursday 31 December 2009
Created by Wendy Sowry. Galeria Corte Real. Tel: 918 980 199/ 912 737 762.
Colin Howe
From: Monday 21 September 2009 To: Thursday 31 December 2009
Painting exhibition. Casa do Povo de Santo Estevão. Tel: 281 963 184.
Art & Exhibitions
A Journey to Discover Portimão
Every Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
This exhibition is being held at the Municipal Market. Monday to Friday from 07:00-14:00 and 17:00-20:00 and Saturday from 07:00-14:00. Tel: 282 470 700.
Social & Community Events
Portuguese Lessons
Every Mon, Tue, Thu
Portuguese lessons organised by the Amigos do Museu de São Brás de Alportel at the museum. Held weekly on Mondays 10:00-11:30, Tuesday 10:00-11:30 and Thursday 10:00-11:00 (in English). Tel: 966 157 984.
Yoga
Every Tue, Thu
Yoga classes in English organised by the Amigos do Museu de São Brás de Alportel. Held weekly on Tuesdays 16:00-17:30 and Thursday 11:00-12:30. Contact Sally Rich. Tel: 917 700 588.
Charity Event
Every Thu
To raise money for the São Brás Bombeiros, there will be a quiz on the first Thursday of every month. All proceeds will go to the bombeiros. Organised by the Amigos de São Brás and held at Monte da Palhagueira Retirement Home in Gorjões. Starting at 20:00. For more information e-mail: melvinfarrell@hotmail.com.
Ballroom Dancing Classes
Every Thu
Museu do Trajo São Brás de Alportel, Rua Dr. José Dias Sancho, Nº. 61. 19:00-20:00. Tel: 916 984 177.
Choir Rehearsals
Every Thu
The Amigos do Museo choir practive at São Brás Public Library, R Dr. Vitorino Passos Pinto, n.º 18. 18:30-20:30. Tel: Walter Sulzer 289 842 774. e-mail: walter_sulzer@sapo.pt
Sports & Sailing
Yoga
Every Tue, Thu
Yoga in English at the Museu de São Brás de Alportel. Sessions Tuesday 16:00-17:30 and Thursday 11:00-12:30. Tel: 917 700 588.
Talks & Workshops
Photo Club
Every Thu From: Thursday 9 April 2009 To: Thursday 31 December 2009
For professionals and amateurs to learn more about their hobby. May become a fortnightly event on Thursdays at the same times. The São Brás Museum. 15:00-17:00. Tel: 289 432 943. e-mail: f.m.stueben@sapo.pt
Art & Exhibitions
Triptico
Every Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
Painting exhibition by Jason Berger, Zé Ventura and Miguel Andrade at the Palacio da Galeria, rua da Galeria. Open Tuesday to Saturday 10:00-17:30. Tel: 281 320 500.
Colin Howe - Recent Works
From: Thursday 1 October 2009 To: Saturday 31 October 2009
Santo Estêvão Town Hall (Casa do Povo), Salão Polivalente. 10:00-13:00 and 15:00-18:00.
Pub & Café Entertainment
Jamming Session
Every Thu
Bring along your musical instrument and take part. Quinta Fonte do Bispo. 18:30-22:00. Tel: 281 971 484. info@qtfontebispo.com
Social & Community Events
Individual Bridge Match
Every Thu
Individual bridge match to be held at Tavira Gardens. Every Thursday from 14:00. Tel: 289 794 738.
Line Dancing
Every Thu
Regular dance sessions every Thursday night, once a fortnight. Meeting at 19:00 for food and then dancing at 20:00. Can attend regularly or 'as and when' at the Quinta Fonte do Bispo. Cost is €5 per person. Contact Linda Cree. Tel: 289 798 374 / 912 071 000.
Pub & Café Entertainment
Karaoke with Del Boy
Every Sun, Mon, Thu
Includes half price happy hours on local beers. Check dates and times during winter months. Parky's Bar, Parque das Amendoeiras. Tel: 964 833 414.
Sports & Sailing
Ashtanga Yoga Classes
Every day
Vila Sol Spa, Vilamoura. Tel: 289 300 550. vilasol.spa@renaissancealgarve.com
Local the Algarve markets taking place on Thursday 1 October 2009
Alcoutim (website)
Mercado Vaqueiros
Every Thu
Fresh vegetables, fruit, clothing, textiles, shoes and household items. At Vaqueiros every second Thursday of the month from 09:00-14:00.
Alte (website)
Monthly Market
From: Thursday 17 September 2009 To: Thursday 17 December 2009
Every third Thursday of the month. Largo José Cavaco Vieira.
Boliqueime
Monthly Market
From: Thursday 24 September 2009 To: Thursday 31 December 2009
Last Thursday of the month. Church Square.
Loulé (website)
Alte Market
Every Thu
General market at Largo Jose Cavaco Vieira every third Thursday of each month 08:00-14:00.
Ameixial General Market
Every Thu
Market of fruit, vegetables, flowers, clothes, textiles and shoes. At Estrada Nacional 2 on first Thursday of the month. 09:00-14:00.
Boliqueime Gipsy Market
Every Thu
Gipsy market at Boliqueime. Last Thursday of the each month 08:00-14:00.
Daily Market
Every Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
Every morning in the Arabian style market hall on Praça da República.
Luz
Book Fair
Every Thu
Weekly book fair with new and second-hand books for all ages from the Griffin bookshop. At Hotel Belavista 10:30-13:30. Tel: 289 393 904. E-mail: griffin@mail.telepac.pt.
Monchique (website)
Fuzeta
Every Thu
Gipsy market next to the Fuzeta Camping park. First Thursday of every month 08:00-13:00.
Silves (website)
Azilheira Market
Every Thu
General market close to the urban centre held on the first Thursday of every month 08:00-13:00.
Vila do Bispo (website)
Market
Every day
Market selling handicraft items made of wicker, wood and ceramics, as well as household and dry goods. In the market square on the first Thursday of each month 08:00-13:00.
Budens
Every day
Fresh vegetables, fruit, clothing, textiles, shoes and household items on sale in Budens. First Tuesday of each month 09:00-14:00.
Market
Every day
Market featuring fruits, vegetables, fish and other food products. In the market building behind the Café Zig Zag, Vila do Bispo. 09:00-13:00.
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