GOING LEGAL

ALGARVEPLUS WELCOMES LEGAL EXPERTS RAMOS & ASSOCIADOS TO OUR EDITORIAL LINE-UP. NELSON RAMOS AND ROBERTA RAMOS AND THEIR SPECIALIST TEAM WILL BE ANSWERING READERS ’ QUESTIONS EVERY MONTH. BUT FIRST, HERE ’ S WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THE COMPANY AND ITS UNIQUE WAY OF WORKING

The Major Players

Nelson Ramos has been a member of the Portuguese Bar Association since 1997. He has a law degree from the Lusíada University of Lisbon, 1997, and a Masters in International Law from Fordham University, School of Law, NYC 2003. He is fluent in Portuguese, English, French and Spanish.

Dra. Roberta Ramos has had a degree in Administration with Habilitation in COMEX since 2004, a Postgraduate degree in Business Logistics from FABAVI since 2006, and was awarded a Law Degree by ISMAT in 2017. She has been a Member of the Portuguese Lawyers Order since 2019 and speaks Portuguese, English and Spanish.

The Nramos Team

It is the company’s belief that the standard of a service is as good as the people behind it, and vitally, that the service offered must be of the highest quality. And that means players with impeccable standards who are able to meet every client requirement. All members of the Ramos & Associados team are fully qualified, each with a specific university degree that encompasses their role, either in administration or in law. They have proven track records and are committed to delivering client satisfaction; they are justly proud to have been selected by their clients.

THE COMPANY’S EXPERTISE

Nelson Ramos explains: “Although we act more in the areas of Real Estate Law and Litigation, our real expertise is in building client relationships and ensuring we can meet every expectation.

“In an information society, access to knowledge is easily available – a lawyer can find out about the law governing almost any subject, and can do so in a relatively short time, making it possible to provide a range of services to the client.

“However, when we decide to accept a case, our main concern is not whether the matter falls into a specific category of law where we feel more comfortable; our direct focus, rather, is on understanding a client’s situation or business, and establishing the best solution to meet those requirements.

“Our working method is a clear demonstration of our approach to providing the best and most valuable legal service. Other law offices may promote a particular individual within their organisation for their area of specialisation, whereas we work together as a team on virtually every case. That way, a client can count on the collective expertise of our total team, rather than on one single lawyer who may not always be available.

“We are looking forward to working with AlgarvePLUS readers. Send your questions to us and our team will address them in order, from the next issue onwards. To consult with us direct, contact our office at the address below.”

THOMAS BOSSARD

ArtCatto

289 419 447, info@artcatto.com artcatto.com

La cueillette des citrons, oil on canvas, 92x73cm. Part of a new exhibition that opens at the Loulé gallery on 15 September, with artworks by Bossard, Colin Fraser and Annalú.

Fonseca Martins

Tavira d’Artes, Tavira 962 012 111

An Algarvean Scene. Oil on canvas, 100x120cm. From a dazzling selection of fine artworks, many of which celebrate our surroundings.

FRAGILE... CERAMIC SCULPTURE CREATED BY TARA EZAGUY

BONGARD & SYLVAIN BONGARD

Lisbon Botanic Gardens atelierbongard@hotmail.com studiobongard.com/projects-8

From 5 September

The Bongards’ latest and most extraordinary collection of ceramic sculptures set in the pathways around the Botanic Garden represents natural life and its fragile balance with human over action. Each piece is molded in stoneware clay, dried, thoughtfully glazed and fired at 1300ºC in their wood-fired kiln at their studio in Monchique. If you are in the capital, don’t miss out.

STEVEN COX

Aderita Artistic Space

Av. do Mar, Vale do Lobo 912 186 868 artisticspace.pt 1-30 September

TRNSFER (Nightlife), oil and spray paint on canvas. 60x50cm.

CHARLIE HOLT

Museu do Traje, São Brás

On now, 966 329 073

Marilyn Revisited. From the old fashion magazines found in the museum, Holt has given front cover images a facelift and recreated them as Andy Warhol had done with his Marilyn Monroe portraits.

ALGARVE PHOTOGRAPHERS GROUP

Museu do Traje, São Brás, 966 329 073 admin@amigos-museu-sbras.pt algarvephotographersgroup.org

Opening 29 September, 19:00, On until 23 November

People Portraiture. Exhibition of members’ work –vote for your choice of winning image. Finger food, bar available. Donations appreciated.

IF YOU HAVE ANYTHING YOU WOULD LIKE TO SHARE EMAIL susi@rogol-goodkind.com

Music

TOM LEAMON

Gama Rama

Rua do Prior no 13, Faro 961 372 891 gamaramagallery@gmail.com

On until 21 October

The Walter Winkalot Club. The unveiling of a diverse new collection of works by Tom Leamon, the British artist based in the Algarve, focusing on the connection between Leamon’s onsite and offsite studios and the curated exhibition space.

República 14, Olhão

Concerts every Saturday, 21:00 republica14.pt, Reservas@republica14.pt Email for ticket prices, and to book.

16 September

DIOGO PICÃO, singersongwriter who aspires to age as a poet and bohemian, with Salvador Sobral, Mônica Salmaso, Luca Argel and 20 other musicians and ten themes that journey through the various ports of the Atlantic blending samba, jazz, son cubano, and others with words borrowed from authors such as Fernando Pessoa and Paulo Leminski.

23 September

TRIPTICO, the trio of José Salgueiro (percussion and fulgel), Marc Planells (vocals, lute and lavta) and Adriano

Art Expo Algarve

Portimão Arena

21-24 September, 11:00–21:00

Modern and contemporary art fair with artists and galleries from more than 30 countries, making it the largest event in the sector in Portugal. Wonderful talents to discover – artists, photographers, illustrators and sculptors – with big established names alongside great fresh talents who will be the stars of tomorrow.

Friday Happiness Association

Dias Pereira (clarinet, transverse flute and fx).

Middle Eastern musical culture predominates, as well as jazz.

30 September

ELIS & ELES, a tribute to Elis Regina with Sara Badalo and a new repertoire, new arrangements and a whole new concert dynamic.

Amigos de Música

Os Agostos, Santa Bárbara de Nexe reservasconcertos@gmail.com, amigosdemusica.org

Starting 12 September

A special event starts the season with young pianist Luis Miguel Tolda, the Amigos de Música’s new protégé within their Scholarship Programme, playing Chopin, Bach, Poulenc, Beethoven, Bartók and Debussy.

On 26 September the Ukrainian pianist Artem Yasynskyy will present a programme featuring works by Bach, Brahms, Britten and Prokofiev, and on the 28th Bach, Haydn, Jehan Alain and Jozef Casimir Hofmann. Visit the website for full details and to book. For membership enquiries contact helga.hampton@gmail.com

Tojeiro, 8550-145 Marmelete 304 503 140 info@fridayhappiness.org fridayhappiness.org app.joinit.com/o/ fridayhappiness-associaao

The Friday Happiness Association is a cultural and arts community that is working towards being selfsustained. Situated in the mountains of Monchique, surrounded by nature, it offers an alternative way of living with permaculture gardens, farm animals, sustainability projects and arts and cultural workshops. Members can attend jam sessions on the open deck on Wednesday, 15:00–00:00, and pizza party nights from 15:00 every Friday. There are three separate dance stages where you can enjoy music to 06:00. Musicians, DJs and artists can apply.

IF YOU HAVE ANYTHING YOU WOULD LIKE TO SHARE EMAIL susi@rogol-goodkind.com

EXERIENCES Loulé criativo workshops

Tavira Mediterranean Diet Fair

7–8 September, 18:00–00:00

9–10 September, 11:00–00:00

Promoting sustainability, the 8th edition of this festival sees handicrafts and traditional products coming together with artists, Mediterranean plants, music (great songsters expected), performing arts, cinema – you name it. For kids there are educational shows, traditional games and environmental workshops. Chefs demonstrate gastronomic techniques and 18 restaurants are taking part with specially created menus. Visit cm-tavira.pt/site/3dflip-book/programa-dietamediterranica/ for the full programme.

Vila Vita Biergarten

Porches

282 310 100 vilavitaparc.com/en/ upcoming-events/summerbbq-vila-vita-biergarten

8 and 15 September 19:00–22:00

BBQ night. Great food. Great music. Great atmosphere. Book by phone or online.

FIGS ON THE FUNCHO

São Bartolomeu de Messines +44 (0)7976 660526 cheryl@figsonthefuncho.com figsonthefuncho.com

During September there are various water colour painting workshops with yoga and lunch or with accommodation, and 5-day mixed media painting activities. Check out what’s available online – and be ready for a great artistic experience as well as the opportunity to make new friends with shared interests.

New Circular Tapestry Workshop

5 September, Oficina dos Têxteis, Loulé Coordination: Susana Mendez To register: susanamendez. studio@gmail.com

NEW EMBROIDERY IN PHOTOGRAPHY: PLACES OF THE ALGARVE

23 September, Oficina dos Têxteis, Loulé Partner: Flávia Ferreira

To register: flaviaferreiradias@gmail.com

Grape Harvest At Quinta Da T R

10 September, Tôr

Partner: Quinta da Tôr

To register: geral@quintadator.com

NEW INTRODUCTION TO THE POTTER ’ S WHEEL FOR CHILDREN AND TEENS

14 September, Palacio Gama Lobo, Loulé Coordination: Mário Mendonça

To register: mar.okapi@sapo.pt

Open Day

Open Day at Palacio Gama Lobo, Loulé, 10:00–19:00

Discover the local creative community: workshops, demonstrations, art, design, music, handicrafts.

For the full programme, email loulecriativo@cm-loule.pt or head to loulecriato.pt

MAMAMARATONA 23

15 October, 10:00

Registration opens 8 September

Walking Tour, Tuesdays, 16:30–20:00

Social Running

Thursdays, 19:00–20:00

Yoga

Fridays 11:15–12:15

Sundays 10:00–11:00

Social Padel Challenge, Fridays, 18:30–21:30

Cardio Tennis, Tuesdays, 17:00-19:00

Round Ronin Tournament, Wednesdays, 17:00–19:00

Raising awareness of cancer, and in particuar breast cancer, the Associação Oncológica do Algarve with the Parish Council of Quarteira is staging the 23rd edition of this 5km or 7km march at Passeio das Dunas, between Quarteira and Vilamoura. Included in this initiative, through which it is hoped funds with be raised for the work of the Associação, are a 10km mini-marathon, 21km half-marathon. More detailed information can be found at mama.maratona@aoa.pt