FESTIVE THOUGHTS
FESTIVE THOUGHTS
In November and December, much effort goes into fundraising for various worthwhile causes, looking after those in need here in the algarve. Getting involved could be your way of putting something back – a thank you, so to speak, for the lifestyle we are lucky enough to enjoy. More charity events are featured in the November issue of AlgarvePLUS
CASTELO DE SONHOS
Join NEED and spread Christmas joy in Silves and brighten the lives of elderly people by donating Christmas gifts packed in a shoebox in November. Simple items like chocolate, ornaments, shampoo, hats, socks, and other small treats can bring warmth and happiness to those who need it most.
Last year, supporters gifted 32 boxes—this year, with your help, the charity will be able to share even more. Contact Kristin Linus kristin.linus1@gmail.com before 20 November, if you’d like to help.
REEFOOD
Donate tins of fruit, chocolate, cookies, tea, coffee, pasta, rice, olive oil for Christmas hampers. Refood in Almancil are helping about 200 people every week.
Contact Patricia Pickering willmothpatricia@yahoo.co.uk to support Reefood with your gifts, before 11 December. needacharityforall.com
THE ALGARVE CROCHET AND KNITTING GROUP
Last winter, the Algarve Crochet and Knitting Group who meet at the Waterdog Bar in Armação de Pêra on a Tuesday morning from 10h30–12h30, made a number of warm hats for the homeless and needy families. However, the group quickly realised that the need was far greater than initially anticipated. As a result, they have increased their target for this year and are asking for community support to meet it.
The group is seeking help in two ways:
1 Yarn Donations – If you have any unwanted yarn, your donations would greatly assist in providing much-needed supplies for the project.
2 Knitters and Crocheters – If you have the time and skills to help us make more hats, we would love for you to join us in this effort.
Donations (yarn or hats) can be dropped off Waterdog Bar in Armação de Pêra or at Kit & Caboodle in Alcantarilha. To arrange collection, contact 968 742 101.
Please spread the word and invite friends to join this cause and bring warmth and comfort to those who need it most this winter.
LOVE FOR ALL
Food for All is a fundraiser for Somos Esperanca/Love for all Olhao, to help those in need in the community. There will be a wine tasting dinner at Cha Cha Cha restaurant on 6 November at 19h00. Wines from Herdade do Portocarro, presented by Pepe Mota de Capitao will be paired with a meal showcasing wonderful Eastern Algarve produce. Reserve you spot to taste and dine – limited seating, €100pp. Dress: eclectic elegance. somosesperancaolhao.com
ALERTA
Every year, Alerta buys replacement PPE (personal protection equipment) for the 18 volunteer bombeiros stations across the Algarve and the lower Alentejo. This year there will be a Christmas online auction (donations of items will be welcomed) and hampers for the bomberios working over the holidays. There is also a campaign planned to raise funds by inviting sponsorship of a piece of kit, or even an entire uniform – something a group might like to get involved with. For more information, contact bombeirosalgarve@gmail.com