Sun, 15 Nov · 09:30
Handcrafting gathering
Bring your hobby and join us for a morning of creativity, sharing, and togetherness
Quinta Nossa Senhora da Conceição , Santiago do Cacém
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The Book Festival
Organized by
Câmara Municipal de Santiago do Cacém
The Book Festival is back!
On June 26, 27, and 28, the 5th edition of the Book Festival will take place, inspired this year by the theme “Ode to Nature.”
A celebration of literature, culture, and our connection to nature, organized by the Caixa Agrícola Costa Azul Foundation, in partnership with the Santiago do Cacém City Council, and with the invaluable support of dozens of local organizations that have come together to make this event even more special.
Over the course of three days, the public can enjoy a diverse program for all ages:
PROGRAM
SUNDAY, THE 28TH
3:00 PM – Meeting Room
Creative Workshop “The Garden of Shadows” – The Yellow Door (children ages 3 to 6)
A workshop on shadows, silhouettes, and gardens.
*Registration: aportamarela@gmail.com
4:10 PM – Book Fair (Cercisiago Booth)
“Readings That Make a Difference” – Ana Sousa
4:30 PM – Meeting Room
Creative Workshop “The Garden of Shadows” – a Porta Amarela (children ages 1–3)
A workshop on shadows, silhouettes, and gardens.
*Registration: aportamarela@gmail.com
5:15 PM – Tapada Garden
Garden Conversations with Fernanda Botelho and Book Signing
6:30 PM – Conde Bracial Square
Music and Storytelling Performance “From Center to Center” – Celina da Piedade, Cristina Taquelim, and Ana Santos
A gathering where stories, songs, and memories are shared with the elderly.
8:00 PM – Book Fair (Mirabolante Booth)
Creative Workshop “Nature in Origami” – Sílvia and Bruno
8:30 PM – Book Fair (Manel dos Jornais Booth)
“Reading. Towards the Rising Sun” – Ana Zorrinho
Presentation of a photography book by João Martins Pereira featuring a poem by Ana Zorrinho.
A book that illustrates the power of reading in our lives.
9:15 PM – Conde Bracial Square
Balcony Poems
9:30 PM – Main Stage
Comedy Show by Eduardo Madeira
10:30 PM – Main Stage
Closing Ceremony
Book Fair – Parreira de Lacerda Street
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Mon, 16 Nov · 17:00
Capoeira Classes
Starting November 16, we’ll be offering Capoeira classes in Santiago do Cacém. Capoeira expands the body, the mind, and our relationships with others. In class, we’ll learn to play, sing, play instruments, and much more. Through the interplay of combat and dance, we’ll develop self-esteem and confidence, musicality and rhythm, balance and mobility, respect and awareness, tradition, and connection. Come give it a try! Mondays from 5:00 p.m. to 5:45 p.m. at the Santiago do Cacém Municipal Swimming Pools gym. For more information, contact João (Batman) via social media at seu.movimento.capoeira or by email at seu.movimento.capoeira@gmail.com or via WhatsApp at 936451725 Starting November 16, we will be offering Capoeira classes in Santiago do Cacém. Capoeira expands the body, the mind, and our connection with others. In these classes, we will learn to play, sing, play instruments, and much more. Through the interplay of martial arts and dance, we will develop self-esteem and confidence, musicality and rhythm, balance and mobility, respect and awareness, as well as a sense of tradition and connection. Come and give it a try! Mondays from 5:00 PM to 5:45 PM at the Santiago do Cacém Municipal Swimming Pool complex gymnasium. For more information, please contact João (“Batman”) on social media at @seu.movimento.capoeira, by email at seu.movimento.capoeira@gmail.com, or via WhatsApp at 936451725.
Santiago do Cacém , Santiago do Cacém
Sat, 21 Nov · 10:00
Natural Fall Remedies: Fire Cider
It's time to get your immune system ready for fall and winter. Come make your own Cidra de Fogo. Not a workshop, but a gathering!
Quinta Nossa Senhora da Conceição , Santiago do Cacém
Sat, 21 Nov · 21:30
Italian-Style Romance
A novelist struggling with writer's block and trapped in a loveless relationship travels to Italy in search of inspiration and meets the woman of his dreams. Directed by: Michelle Danner Starring: Alex Pettyfer, Eva De Dominici, Andy Garcia, Toni Collette, Rob Estes, Jessica Serfaty, Chiara Iezzi, Tim Fellingham, and Michelle Danner Romance, Comedy | 99 min | M/12 Tickets: adults €3.20 | children ages 3 to 12 (inclusive) €1.60. On sale at Ticketline and at the box office of the António Chainho Municipal Auditorium (Tuesday through Friday, 10:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m. / 1:30 p.m.–4:00 p.m.; on the day of the performance, 1 hour before the start). Information: 269 750 410 | auditorio@cm-santiagocacem.pt Online tickets: https://www.ticketline.pt/pt/evento/romance-a-italiana-109163
Auditório Municipal António Chainho, Santiago do Cacém