THE NEWS BULLETIN OF THE BRITISH COMMUNITY IN SÃO PAULO
Lawn Bowls is one of the oldest sports in the western world and its earliest records date back to the mid 16th century in England. At SPAC, it arrived early. About 130 years ago, when the English club was founded, the first Bowls of Brazil green was set up, using the tradition of the sport at its origin and serving the local British community.
Read More“When nothing is sure, everything is possible” (Margaret Drabble).
Read MoreIt is very clear that, as the years go by, there is the sense that our vision is not the same as in earlier days. But sometimes the process is very aggressive, with a significant loss of eyesight.
Read MoreEngenho São Jorge dos Erasmos, an archaeological site open to visitors, offers educational programme sand cultural events, like photography, all free of charge.
Read MoreMaria Esther Andion Bueno died on 8 June 2018 at the age of 78 in São Paulo, where she was born. She was a Brazilian professional tennis player and won 19 Grand Slam titles (seven in women’s singles, 11 in women’s doubles, and one in mixed doubles), making her the most successful South American female tennis player in history.
Read MoreFreemasonry is one of the world’s oldest and largest non-religious, non-political, fraternal and charitable organizations. Its roots lie in the traditions, rituals and ceremonies of the medieval stonemasons who built our cathedrals and castles.
Read MoreOn the last Sunday in July members of St. Paul’s cathedral and the Cultura Inglesa joined the mayor, Bruno Covas, his education secretary and others from the municipal government, at the Anglican Institute creche in Paraisópolis.
Read MoreThe dynasty that Athrwys had founded in Caerleon continued - with one interruption - until exactly 700 A.D. Almost all of the succeeding kings called themselves "Athrwys" or "ap Athrwys" (son of Arthur).
Read MoreIn early June1932 Schweitzer spent several weeks in Scotland and England where he preached, mended and played organs and gave many recitals.
Read MoreWhen you receive this edition, I hope you will have enjoyed one of the annual events of our British community: the celebration of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth´s Birthday organized by the British Society and held at the British Centre. Full coverage and photos will be included in our next edition.
Read MoreThanks to the Extended Program, we have already assisted more than 250 elderly people while also improving the situation of the acceptable institutions that shelter them. One such institution is the Casa Madre Teodora dos Idosos, a care home for the elderly.
Read MoreThe Band has received its major trophy which was awarded at the 7th.Gathering in Santiago for the - “3rd. Overall Pipe Band“. This arose from a recount of our points at the Gathering.
Read MoreWe are beginning the preparations for this year´s Pet Show, to be held at the Church on August 18. Last year it poured with rain but was a huge success!
Read MoreOn Saturday, May 26th, we held the long awaited Carajás Bingo! We had a delicious afternoon with the presentation of Coral Tom sobre Tom, good food, nice ambiance and a very fun Bingo!
Read MoreAt 130 years old, the British Club innovates its traditions.
Read MoreOnce the project is up and running, many opportunities are expected to present themselves to the team. “Next, we intend to search for partners interested in expanding the project across town. We hope to become a consultancy for social and sportive initiatives focused on rugby and its immense formative potential. We know very well the difference it can make in people’s lives and in building their character, because we all are what we are today thanks to rugby and its values.”
Read MoreCompared with other basic human needs, the purpose of sleep had remained elusive until the explosion of scientific discoveries over the past 20 years. Research has now proved the importance of dreaming (always one of my interests) as a means to mollify painful memories and to inspire creativity and wellbeing.
Read Moregood night’s sleep is one of the best natural restoratives to most of us. Sleep is as important to your health as a healthy diet or regular physical activity. Some people, however, cannot enjoy the benefits adequately: they suffer from sleep disorders.
Read MoreThe Charm of the oldies returns with a new CD, ‘On Air’ with songs from 1963 to 65. All the songs were originally performed in pubs in 1960 and some of them had never been recorded. A selection of blues, rock and country, a sample of their twenty albums or more, for fans and newcomers. No need to say who they are!
Read MoreTo resume the history of Caerleon: Aurelius continued to abuse his authority as governor relentlessly until the vassal king Athrwys decided to ‘stop the rot’ and end the widespread civil unrest by marching into Caerleon with his own troops during the following year (527 A.D.), where he defeated and killed Aurelius on the spot. It was Athrwys’ 9th of his 12 battles and all of them were victorious according to the Welsh historian Nennius.
Read MoreThe British Society São Paulo provides support for British citizens who are proven to be eligible for assistance. Over the years many people have benefited from the care and the educational, medical, financial or other aid provided by the institution that was founded in 1940 by British citizens resident in São Paulo. A group of Committee members carefully and compassionately considers each application, at all times ensuring the highest levels of privacy and confidentiality.
