Literature in the municipality of Ourique: what's coming up and what happened over the past 12 months, gathered by Pá Semana's community agenda.
Nothing scheduled in this category right now. Here's what happened over the past 12 months.
Passed · Wed, 16 Sept 2026
Book Presentation - A Conversation with the Authors: Carla Fernandes and Patrícia Ricardo Wednesday, September 16, 6:00 p.m., Municipal Library Organized by: Ourique Municipal Library, Naífs World Artists
Passed · Thu, 28 May 2026
“Invisible Library: Reading Mediation Workshop” – training with Bru Junça Thursday, May 28, 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. and 2:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. Target audience: Professionals working with children or the elderly, curious individuals, and anyone interested in words, others, and themselves. About the training: This workshop is an invitation to listen to the invisible, to look beyond the obvious, and to let go of the rush to find answers. It proposes a path of discovery, where the body is reactivated as an antenna sensitive to small things and the gaze is re-educated as one who unearths meanings. Between objects and memories, a space of passage is created to find “the reader” and explore readings of what exists “in between.” Here, the book is not a destination, but a bridge: between the visible and the hidden, between the word and affection, between the object and memory. Because all reading is a mirror, and sometimes what reflects back to us is not in the text, but in what surrounds it. ➡Registration required ☑ Limited to 12 participants For more information and to register, contact the Ourique Municipal Library at 286 510 408.
Passed · Wed, 20 May 2026
At Dusk in the Garden with Luzia do Rosário at the Ourique Municipal Library Get ready for a unique outdoor experience, where the sounds, stories, and flavors of the world come together for a special evening with Luzia do Rosário. Wednesday, May 20, 7:00 PM Bring your curiosity and come experience a different kind of evening, full of culture, sharing, and good energy. We look forward to seeing you!
Passed · Fri, 24 Apr 2026
Ourique marks the 52nd anniversary of April 25 “This is the dawn I have been waiting for The first day, whole and pure Where we emerge from the night and the silence And, free, we inhabit the substance of time” The words of Sophia de Mello Breyner Andresen remain a clear synthesis of the meaning of April—the passage from night to freedom, from voicelessness to participation, from uncertainty to building the future. In keeping with the principles of the Carnation Revolution and to mark the 52nd anniversary of April 25, the Municipality of Ourique is promoting, throughout the month, a series of cultural and commemorative initiatives, open to the community and geared toward different generations. 🖼️ April Exhibition “Rua Sem Lápis Azul” (Street Without a Blue Pencil), by Ana Tenente. Open to the public until the end of the month. Ourique Municipal Library 📅 April 18 | 9:30 p.m. Performance “Apenas Abril” — Inês Apenas presents a tribute to José Afonso. Featuring Bia Maria and the Ourique Choral Group. Sousa Telles Cinema-Theater 📅 April 21 | 2:30 p.m. Book presentation of “Não há Revoluções perfeitas” with author Helena Machado in attendance. Ourique Municipal Library 📅 April 23 | 9:00 PM Poetry and Music Performance “How to Draw a House.” Pedro Lamares invites Rui David. Ourique Municipal Library 📅 April 24 | 10:00 AM “On an April Morning.” Planting of carnations and songs of April by students from the municipality. Garden in front of the Ourique Municipal Library 📅 April 25 | 5:00 PM Orikanto sings “Liberdade.” Featuring In Versus Fados and Guitarradas de Coimbra. Sousa Telles Cinema-Theater. The program blends memory, artistic expression, and civic participation, reaffirming April as a collective heritage and a commitment to the present.
Passed · Tue, 21 Apr 2026
Ourique marks the 52nd anniversary of April 25 “This is the dawn I have been waiting for The first day, whole and pure Where we emerge from the night and the silence And, free, we inhabit the substance of time” The words of Sophia de Mello Breyner Andresen remain a clear synthesis of the meaning of April—the passage from night to freedom, from voicelessness to participation, from uncertainty to building the future. In keeping with the principles of the Carnation Revolution and to mark the 52nd anniversary of April 25, the Municipality of Ourique is promoting, throughout the month, a series of cultural and commemorative initiatives, open to the community and geared toward different generations. 🖼️ April Exhibition “Rua Sem Lápis Azul” (Street Without a Blue Pencil), by Ana Tenente. Open to the public until the end of the month. Ourique Municipal Library 📅 April 18 | 9:30 p.m. Performance “Apenas Abril” — Inês Apenas presents a tribute to José Afonso. Featuring Bia Maria and the Ourique Choral Group. Sousa Telles Cinema-Theater 📅 April 21 | 2:30 p.m. Book presentation of “Não há Revoluções perfeitas” with author Helena Machado in attendance. Ourique Municipal Library 📅 April 23 | 9:00 PM Poetry and Music Performance “How to Draw a House.” Pedro Lamares invites Rui David. Ourique Municipal Library 📅 April 24 | 10:00 AM “On an April Morning.” Planting of carnations and songs of April by students from the municipality. Garden in front of the Ourique Municipal Library 📅 April 25 | 5:00 PM Orikanto sings “Liberdade.” Featuring In Versus Fados and Guitarradas de Coimbra. Sousa Telles Cinema-Theater. The program blends memory, artistic expression, and civic participation, reaffirming April as a collective heritage and a commitment to the present.
Passed · Thu, 16 Apr 2026
Book Launch: *The Miracle – The Story of Many Lives* by António Botto Quintans Thursday - Thursday, April 16, 6:00 p.m., Ourique Municipal Library Audience: Community For more information, please contact the Ourique Municipal Library at 286 510 408.
Passed · Thu, 9 Apr 2026
Book presentation of "Três Mentes Fragmentadas" with author João Guerreiro in attendance Thursday - Thursday, April 9, 6:30 p.m., Ourique Municipal Library Audience: Community For more information, please contact the Ourique Municipal Library at 286 510 408.
Passed · Thu, 13 Nov 2025
Ourique Book Fair celebrates 25 years with an edition that strengthens the link between reading, authors and the public From November 6 to 13, Praça Padre António Pereira will once again become a meeting point for readers of all ages. Promoted by the Municipality of Ourique, through the Jorge Sampaio Library, the Book Fair celebrates a quarter of a century of promoting a love of reading and valuing books as an instrument of knowledge, sharing and citizenship. admission is free! For eight days, the Book Fair Tent will host gatherings, book presentations, storytelling sessions, musical shows and activities dedicated to different audiences, maintaining the spirit of proximity that distinguishes the event and reinforces the role of culture as a link between generations. The xxv Ourique Book Fair opens with the talk "à Conversa com a Autora Isabel Ricardo", which will take students from the 2nd and 3rd cycles to discover the universe of youth literature. the official opening, in the late afternoon, will feature a musical performance by José Diogo Bento and José Santos. On Friday, November 7, the program is entirely dedicated to assesta - Associação de Escritores do Alentejo. the day begins with the session "à Conversa com a Autora Dora Gago", aimed at secondary school students. the day ends with the presentation of the book "Nada mais havendo a acrescentar", by Vítor Encarnação. On Saturday, November 8, we highlight the launch of the ninth volume of "Cadernos Culturais d'Ourique", promoted by Orik - Associação de Defesa do Património de Ourique. Also on this day, don't miss the show "Estendal de Estórias", with Márcia Gamito and Joana Charneco. One of this year's highlights is the presence of acclaimed writer Margarida Rebelo Pinto on November 9, giving visitors a chance to get up close and personal with the author. During the week, the Book Fair continues to inspire new audiences, with the presentation of the book "Aqui Há Gato e Boas Histórias Também", by Sofia Vieira and Paulo Galindro, who will also be running storytelling sessions dedicated to pre-school and primary school children. Culture for everyone The Book Fair aims to promote a love of reading and widen access to literature, giving visibility to local talent in collaboration with the Alentejo Writers' Association (assesta). the event will be open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. in the Book Fair Tent in Praça Padre António Pereira. 📍 Book Fair Tent - Praça Padre António Pereira 🕓 From 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. | Free entry
Passed · Wed, 12 Nov 2025
Ourique Book Fair celebrates 25 years with an edition that strengthens the link between reading, authors and the public From November 6 to 13, Praça Padre António Pereira will once again become a meeting point for readers of all ages. Promoted by the Municipality of Ourique, through the Jorge Sampaio Library, the Book Fair celebrates a quarter of a century of promoting a love of reading and valuing books as an instrument of knowledge, sharing and citizenship. admission is free! For eight days, the Book Fair Tent will host gatherings, book presentations, storytelling sessions, musical shows and activities dedicated to different audiences, maintaining the spirit of proximity that distinguishes the event and reinforces the role of culture as a link between generations. The xxv Ourique Book Fair opens with the talk "à Conversa com a Autora Isabel Ricardo", which will take students from the 2nd and 3rd cycles to discover the universe of youth literature. the official opening, in the late afternoon, will feature a musical performance by José Diogo Bento and José Santos. On Friday, November 7, the program is entirely dedicated to assesta - Associação de Escritores do Alentejo. the day begins with the session "à Conversa com a Autora Dora Gago", aimed at secondary school students. the day ends with the presentation of the book "Nada mais havendo a acrescentar", by Vítor Encarnação. On Saturday, November 8, we highlight the launch of the ninth volume of "Cadernos Culturais d'Ourique", promoted by Orik - Associação de Defesa do Património de Ourique. Also on this day, don't miss the show "Estendal de Estórias", with Márcia Gamito and Joana Charneco. One of this year's highlights is the presence of acclaimed writer Margarida Rebelo Pinto on November 9, giving visitors a chance to get up close and personal with the author. During the week, the Book Fair continues to inspire new audiences, with the presentation of the book "Aqui Há Gato e Boas Histórias Também", by Sofia Vieira and Paulo Galindro, who will also be running storytelling sessions dedicated to pre-school and primary school children. Culture for everyone The Book Fair aims to promote a love of reading and widen access to literature, giving visibility to local talent in collaboration with the Alentejo Writers' Association (assesta). the event will be open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. in the Book Fair Tent in Praça Padre António Pereira. 📍 Book Fair Tent - Praça Padre António Pereira 🕓 From 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. | Free entry
Passed · Tue, 11 Nov 2025
Ourique Book Fair celebrates 25 years with an edition that strengthens the link between reading, authors and the public From November 6 to 13, Praça Padre António Pereira will once again become a meeting point for readers of all ages. Promoted by the Municipality of Ourique, through the Jorge Sampaio Library, the Book Fair celebrates a quarter of a century of promoting a love of reading and valuing books as an instrument of knowledge, sharing and citizenship. admission is free! For eight days, the Book Fair Tent will host gatherings, book presentations, storytelling sessions, musical shows and activities dedicated to different audiences, maintaining the spirit of proximity that distinguishes the event and reinforces the role of culture as a link between generations. The xxv Ourique Book Fair opens with the talk "à Conversa com a Autora Isabel Ricardo", which will take students from the 2nd and 3rd cycles to discover the universe of youth literature. the official opening, in the late afternoon, will feature a musical performance by José Diogo Bento and José Santos. On Friday, November 7, the program is entirely dedicated to assesta - Associação de Escritores do Alentejo. the day begins with the session "à Conversa com a Autora Dora Gago", aimed at secondary school students. the day ends with the presentation of the book "Nada mais havendo a acrescentar", by Vítor Encarnação. On Saturday, November 8, we highlight the launch of the ninth volume of "Cadernos Culturais d'Ourique", promoted by Orik - Associação de Defesa do Património de Ourique. Also on this day, don't miss the show "Estendal de Estórias", with Márcia Gamito and Joana Charneco. One of this year's highlights is the presence of acclaimed writer Margarida Rebelo Pinto on November 9, giving visitors a chance to get up close and personal with the author. During the week, the Book Fair continues to inspire new audiences, with the presentation of the book "Aqui Há Gato e Boas Histórias Também", by Sofia Vieira and Paulo Galindro, who will also be running storytelling sessions dedicated to pre-school and primary school children. Culture for everyone The Book Fair aims to promote a love of reading and widen access to literature, giving visibility to local talent in collaboration with the Alentejo Writers' Association (assesta). the event will be open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. in the Book Fair Tent in Praça Padre António Pereira. 📍 Book Fair Tent - Praça Padre António Pereira 🕓 From 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. | Free entry
Passed · Mon, 10 Nov 2025
Ourique Book Fair celebrates 25 years with an edition that strengthens the link between reading, authors and the public From November 6 to 13, Praça Padre António Pereira will once again become a meeting point for readers of all ages. Promoted by the Municipality of Ourique, through the Jorge Sampaio Library, the Book Fair celebrates a quarter of a century of promoting a love of reading and valuing books as an instrument of knowledge, sharing and citizenship. admission is free! For eight days, the Book Fair Tent will host gatherings, book presentations, storytelling sessions, musical shows and activities dedicated to different audiences, maintaining the spirit of proximity that distinguishes the event and reinforces the role of culture as a link between generations. The xxv Ourique Book Fair opens with the talk "à Conversa com a Autora Isabel Ricardo", which will take students from the 2nd and 3rd cycles to discover the universe of youth literature. the official opening, in the late afternoon, will feature a musical performance by José Diogo Bento and José Santos. On Friday, November 7, the program is entirely dedicated to assesta - Associação de Escritores do Alentejo. the day begins with the session "à Conversa com a Autora Dora Gago", aimed at secondary school students. the day ends with the presentation of the book "Nada mais havendo a acrescentar", by Vítor Encarnação. On Saturday, November 8, we highlight the launch of the ninth volume of "Cadernos Culturais d'Ourique", promoted by Orik - Associação de Defesa do Património de Ourique. Also on this day, don't miss the show "Estendal de Estórias", with Márcia Gamito and Joana Charneco. One of this year's highlights is the presence of acclaimed writer Margarida Rebelo Pinto on November 9, giving visitors a chance to get up close and personal with the author. During the week, the Book Fair continues to inspire new audiences, with the presentation of the book "Aqui Há Gato e Boas Histórias Também", by Sofia Vieira and Paulo Galindro, who will also be running storytelling sessions dedicated to pre-school and primary school children. Culture for everyone The Book Fair aims to promote a love of reading and widen access to literature, giving visibility to local talent in collaboration with the Alentejo Writers' Association (assesta). the event will be open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. in the Book Fair Tent in Praça Padre António Pereira. 📍 Book Fair Tent - Praça Padre António Pereira 🕓 From 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. | Free entry
Passed · Sun, 9 Nov 2025
Ourique Book Fair celebrates 25 years with an edition that strengthens the link between reading, authors and the public From November 6 to 13, Praça Padre António Pereira will once again become a meeting point for readers of all ages. Promoted by the Municipality of Ourique, through the Jorge Sampaio Library, the Book Fair celebrates a quarter of a century of promoting a love of reading and valuing books as an instrument of knowledge, sharing and citizenship. admission is free! For eight days, the Book Fair Tent will host gatherings, book presentations, storytelling sessions, musical shows and activities dedicated to different audiences, maintaining the spirit of proximity that distinguishes the event and reinforces the role of culture as a link between generations. The xxv Ourique Book Fair opens with the talk "à Conversa com a Autora Isabel Ricardo", which will take students from the 2nd and 3rd cycles to discover the universe of youth literature. the official opening, in the late afternoon, will feature a musical performance by José Diogo Bento and José Santos. On Friday, November 7, the program is entirely dedicated to assesta - Associação de Escritores do Alentejo. the day begins with the session "à Conversa com a Autora Dora Gago", aimed at secondary school students. the day ends with the presentation of the book "Nada mais havendo a acrescentar", by Vítor Encarnação. On Saturday, November 8, we highlight the launch of the ninth volume of "Cadernos Culturais d'Ourique", promoted by Orik - Associação de Defesa do Património de Ourique. Also on this day, don't miss the show "Estendal de Estórias", with Márcia Gamito and Joana Charneco. One of this year's highlights is the presence of acclaimed writer Margarida Rebelo Pinto on November 9, giving visitors a chance to get up close and personal with the author. During the week, the Book Fair continues to inspire new audiences, with the presentation of the book "Aqui Há Gato e Boas Histórias Também", by Sofia Vieira and Paulo Galindro, who will also be running storytelling sessions dedicated to pre-school and primary school children. Culture for everyone The Book Fair aims to promote a love of reading and widen access to literature, giving visibility to local talent in collaboration with the Alentejo Writers' Association (assesta). the event will be open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. in the Book Fair Tent in Praça Padre António Pereira. 📍 Book Fair Tent - Praça Padre António Pereira 🕓 From 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. | Free entry
Passed · Sat, 8 Nov 2025
Ourique Book Fair celebrates 25 years with an edition that strengthens the link between reading, authors and the public From November 6 to 13, Praça Padre António Pereira will once again become a meeting point for readers of all ages. Promoted by the Municipality of Ourique, through the Jorge Sampaio Library, the Book Fair celebrates a quarter of a century of promoting a love of reading and valuing books as an instrument of knowledge, sharing and citizenship. admission is free! For eight days, the Book Fair Tent will host gatherings, book presentations, storytelling sessions, musical shows and activities dedicated to different audiences, maintaining the spirit of proximity that distinguishes the event and reinforces the role of culture as a link between generations. The xxv Ourique Book Fair opens with the talk "à Conversa com a Autora Isabel Ricardo", which will take students from the 2nd and 3rd cycles to discover the universe of youth literature. the official opening, in the late afternoon, will feature a musical performance by José Diogo Bento and José Santos. On Friday, November 7, the program is entirely dedicated to assesta - Associação de Escritores do Alentejo. the day begins with the session "à Conversa com a Autora Dora Gago", aimed at secondary school students. the day ends with the presentation of the book "Nada mais havendo a acrescentar", by Vítor Encarnação. On Saturday, November 8, we highlight the launch of the ninth volume of "Cadernos Culturais d'Ourique", promoted by Orik - Associação de Defesa do Património de Ourique. Also on this day, don't miss the show "Estendal de Estórias", with Márcia Gamito and Joana Charneco. One of this year's highlights is the presence of acclaimed writer Margarida Rebelo Pinto on November 9, giving visitors a chance to get up close and personal with the author. During the week, the Book Fair continues to inspire new audiences, with the presentation of the book "Aqui Há Gato e Boas Histórias Também", by Sofia Vieira and Paulo Galindro, who will also be running storytelling sessions dedicated to pre-school and primary school children. Culture for everyone The Book Fair aims to promote a love of reading and widen access to literature, giving visibility to local talent in collaboration with the Alentejo Writers' Association (assesta). the event will be open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. in the Book Fair Tent in Praça Padre António Pereira. 📍 Book Fair Tent - Praça Padre António Pereira 🕓 From 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. | Free entry
Passed · Fri, 7 Nov 2025
Ourique Book Fair celebrates 25 years with an edition that strengthens the link between reading, authors and the public From November 6 to 13, Praça Padre António Pereira will once again become a meeting point for readers of all ages. Promoted by the Municipality of Ourique, through the Jorge Sampaio Library, the Book Fair celebrates a quarter of a century of promoting a love of reading and valuing books as an instrument of knowledge, sharing and citizenship. admission is free! For eight days, the Book Fair Tent will host gatherings, book presentations, storytelling sessions, musical shows and activities dedicated to different audiences, maintaining the spirit of proximity that distinguishes the event and reinforces the role of culture as a link between generations. The xxv Ourique Book Fair opens with the talk "à Conversa com a Autora Isabel Ricardo", which will take students from the 2nd and 3rd cycles to discover the universe of youth literature. the official opening, in the late afternoon, will feature a musical performance by José Diogo Bento and José Santos. On Friday, November 7, the program is entirely dedicated to assesta - Associação de Escritores do Alentejo. the day begins with the session "à Conversa com a Autora Dora Gago", aimed at secondary school students. the day ends with the presentation of the book "Nada mais havendo a acrescentar", by Vítor Encarnação. On Saturday, November 8, we highlight the launch of the ninth volume of "Cadernos Culturais d'Ourique", promoted by Orik - Associação de Defesa do Património de Ourique. Also on this day, don't miss the show "Estendal de Estórias", with Márcia Gamito and Joana Charneco. One of this year's highlights is the presence of acclaimed writer Margarida Rebelo Pinto on November 9, giving visitors a chance to get up close and personal with the author. During the week, the Book Fair continues to inspire new audiences, with the presentation of the book "Aqui Há Gato e Boas Histórias Também", by Sofia Vieira and Paulo Galindro, who will also be running storytelling sessions dedicated to pre-school and primary school children. Culture for everyone The Book Fair aims to promote a love of reading and widen access to literature, giving visibility to local talent in collaboration with the Alentejo Writers' Association (assesta). the event will be open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. in the Book Fair Tent in Praça Padre António Pereira. 📍 Book Fair Tent - Praça Padre António Pereira 🕓 From 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. | Free entry
Passed · Thu, 6 Nov 2025
Ourique Book Fair celebrates 25 years with an edition that strengthens the link between reading, authors and the public From November 6 to 13, Praça Padre António Pereira will once again become a meeting point for readers of all ages. Promoted by the Municipality of Ourique, through the Jorge Sampaio Library, the Book Fair celebrates a quarter of a century of promoting a love of reading and valuing books as an instrument of knowledge, sharing and citizenship. admission is free! For eight days, the Book Fair Tent will host gatherings, book presentations, storytelling sessions, musical shows and activities dedicated to different audiences, maintaining the spirit of proximity that distinguishes the event and reinforces the role of culture as a link between generations. The xxv Ourique Book Fair opens with the talk "à Conversa com a Autora Isabel Ricardo", which will take students from the 2nd and 3rd cycles to discover the universe of youth literature. the official opening, in the late afternoon, will feature a musical performance by José Diogo Bento and José Santos. On Friday, November 7, the program is entirely dedicated to assesta - Associação de Escritores do Alentejo. the day begins with the session "à Conversa com a Autora Dora Gago", aimed at secondary school students. the day ends with the presentation of the book "Nada mais havendo a acrescentar", by Vítor Encarnação. On Saturday, November 8, we highlight the launch of the ninth volume of "Cadernos Culturais d'Ourique", promoted by Orik - Associação de Defesa do Património de Ourique. Also on this day, don't miss the show "Estendal de Estórias", with Márcia Gamito and Joana Charneco. One of this year's highlights is the presence of acclaimed writer Margarida Rebelo Pinto on November 9, giving visitors a chance to get up close and personal with the author. During the week, the Book Fair continues to inspire new audiences, with the presentation of the book "Aqui Há Gato e Boas Histórias Também", by Sofia Vieira and Paulo Galindro, who will also be running storytelling sessions dedicated to pre-school and primary school children. Culture for everyone The Book Fair aims to promote a love of reading and widen access to literature, giving visibility to local talent in collaboration with the Alentejo Writers' Association (assesta). the event will be open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. in the Book Fair Tent in Praça Padre António Pereira. 📍 Book Fair Tent - Praça Padre António Pereira 🕓 From 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. | Free entry