Message from the President
Dear Residents, Members, and Friends,
I hope this message finds you well. On behalf of the Amovate Committee, I am pleased to share an update on our ongoing efforts to strengthen communication and collaboration with our local authorities, including the Junta de Fregeusia and Câmara Municipal.
Over the past several weeks, we have held productive meetings with both administrations and have agreed to establish more regular communication and information sharing. As part of this initiative, representatives from both organizations have been invited to contribute to future editions of this newsletter through dedicated community updates.
One issue that remains a priority for both Amovate and our local authorities is waste management in Vale da Telha. The President of the Câmara recently described this as “the number one problem” facing our community. Concerns regarding the condition of Ecopontos, illegal dumping, and inappropriate waste disposal continue to affect the appearance and environmental health of our neighbourhood.
To help address these concerns, this edition includes a practical Waste Disposal Guide developed in consultation with local officials. By following these guidelines and encouraging others to do the same, we can all contribute to a cleaner, healthier, and more attractive Vale da Telha and neighbouring areas.
We also wish to highlight the growing problem of construction waste being abandoned at Ecopontos. Building materials such as concrete, tiles, windows, sanitary ware, and rubble must be disposed of through authorised services and should never be left at recycling points. Property owners and contractors share responsibility for ensuring proper disposal arrangements are included in renovation and construction projects. As a community that welcomes visitors throughout the year, we can also help by providing waste disposal instructions in rental properties and ensuring guests have access to appropriate recycling facilities.
Through cooperation, mutual respect, and a shared commitment to our community, we can make meaningful progress on waste management and many other important issues.
Thank you for your continued support and commitment to making Vale da Telha a place we can all be proud to call home.Matt D’Arcy
President, AmovateText
June 2026 Community Calendar
Essencia Nature Retreat
10 June 2026: https://essencia.life/
A unique day of music, meditation, chanting, and vocal exploration.
Arraial Popular
12–13 June 2026 https://arraialpopular.pt/
Rogil Sports Complex
Traditional Portuguese festivities with food, music, dancing, and family entertainment.
Wine & Gastronomy Competition
13 June 2026
Restaurante Pont’a Pé, Largo da Liberdade 12, 8670-066 Aljezur
Regional wine competition followed by public tastings at Largo da Liberdade.
Sonic Medicine Chanting Concert & Voice Workshop
14 June 2026, https://www.eventbrite.com/e/lulu-mischka-aljezur-sonic-medicine-chanting-concert-voice-workshop-tickets-1988220001546
Amovate Community Market at the Old Schoolhouse, Vales
14 June 2026 (For more information please see the following link: https://forms.gle/8Qo4cSGwWUvQQxq8A
Amovate Summer Barbeque at Fonte do Vale Restaurant.
20 June 2026, https://amovate.com/bbq-churrasco-20-june-junho-2026/
Local News
From the Aljezur Freguesia
Learn more about the Presidente of the Freguesia and his vision for Aljezur:
“A Man for the People” Please see the article in the June 2024 Tomorrow’s Magazine.
https://tomorrowalgarve.com/jun-2024-a-man-for-the-people
From the Aljezur Câmara
Please see the budget presentation by the President of the Câmara here:
Learn more about the Presidente of the Freguesia and his vision for Aljezur:
“A Man for the People” Please see the article in the June 2024 Tomorrow’s Magazine.
https://tomorrowalgarve.com/jun-2024-a-man-for-the-people/
Community Sports and Activities
Walking Football Continues to Thrive
Three members of our Walking Football group recently joined the Bensafrim team at the 9th Browns Walking Football Festival Vilamoura | 8–9 May 2026. The tournament brought together 18 Clubs, 28 Teams with participants from across Portugal and beyond.
Our Walking Football group plays every Wednesday from10:00– 12:00 at the Campo Municipal. New players are always welcome to watch and or join us.
Using surplus funds raised through weekly participation fees, the Walking Football group, in partnership with Amovate, proudly donated:
- €200 to Aljezur Bombeiros
- €200 to Juventude Clube Aljezurense
Tennis Club Update
The Tennis Club was delighted to donate €160 to the Bombeiros following the May Doubles Tournament. Please consider joining us by going to: https://Amovate.com/tennis-club/
Old School House Class Schedule
