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2025

New Bowing House
Programme

Centre for Planetary Relations · Odemira

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The New Bowing House – Centre for Planetary Relations, in Odemira, is part of the New Bowing project. It is a place for encounter and creation, welcoming cultural, artistic and community practices, always intending to nurture relationships between people from different cultures.

Its programme unfolds along three main lines: in-house programming, featuring activities conceived and run by the New Bowing House team; ongoing hosted activities, which bring together partner projects with regular presence throughout the year; and occasional hosted activities, open to specific and temporary initiatives. Only the activities of the in-house programme are under the direct responsibility of the New Bowing House team. For all other activities — ongoing or occasional — those interested should contact the organisers indicated in each case.

Together, these proposals make the New Bowing House, located in Odemira in the former Student Centre, a living and plural space, where generations, cultures and imaginaries intersect.

In-House Programme

07:00 pm – 08:15 pm Thursdays
Tai Chi Chuan and Qi Gong
with Ariel Saponar and Ofek Nave

Ancient Chinese practices that integrate movement, breathing and concentration, promoting the integral health of body and mind. In the welcoming atmosphere of the New Bowing House, these sessions invite participants to slow down the pace, strengthen physical and energetic balance, and cultivate a mindful awareness that extends into everyday life. Open to practitioners of all levels, with exercises adapted to each participant.

Free Registration
info@novobowing.pt
and/or +351 912 885 896
03:00 pm – 08:00 pm Wednesdays
Tablas, Harmonium and Raga
with Inderjeet Singh (starts on 22 October 2025)

A deep dive into the classical music of North India, where tradition and improvisation meet. Participants explore the rhythmic and melodic richness of one of the world's oldest musical traditions through the sounds of the tablas, the harmonium, and the art of raga. These sessions are about learning instrumental technique and experiencing the spiritual and meditative dimension that Indian music embodies.

Free Registration
info@novobowing.pt
and/or +351 912 885 896
07:00 pm – 10:00 pm Tuesdays and Wednesdays
in partnership with the IEFP
Portuguese as a Host Language – A1 + A2

Group 1 - Professor Paulo Rodrigues (starts on 23 September 2025)
Group 2 - Professora Inês Varela (starts on 28 october 2025)

Aimed at people whose mother tongue is not Portuguese, this course supports the integration of foreign residents in the region. Language learning and contact with local culture create a space for communication, exchange of experiences and community building. The course is organised in partnership with the Instituto de Emprego e Formação Profissional (IEFP), reinforcing the social and inclusive mission of the New Bowing House.

Free Registration
info@novobowing.pt
and/or +351 912 885 896
Open days to the Planet

Once a month, the New Bowing House – Centre for Planetary Relations opens its doors and windows to encounter, experimentation, imagination and the creation of new ways of being together, beyond all differences.

It's a day of intercultural and intergenerational activities — open, participatory, and creative — where art becomes a tool for integration and strengthening ties between Eastern and Western communities in Odemira.

Each edition welcomes everyone to cook, dance, listen, build, talk and discover together.

The following editions:
26 october 2025 See Programme
18 january 2026

Ongoing Hosted Activities

Senior University
Coordenation Odemira Municipality

A lifelong learning programme open to people over 50, combining knowledge, disciplines and experiences. At the New Bowing House, the Senior University of Odemira finds an ideal space for classes, gatherings and activities that promote continuous learning, social connection and the appreciation of the region’s cultural and human heritage.

+info
uso@cm-odemira.pt
and/or 283 320 900
(Ana Tendeiro)
Music Spot
with Guilherme Campos

A space for music learning and practice for all ages, offering individual instrument lessons and ensemble sessions. Here, music is understood as a shared experience. Beyond technique, it nurtures improvisation, group play and the joy of making music together. An opportunity for beginner or advanced musicians to deepen their musical expression.

+info
+351 969 298 154
(Guilherme Campos)
Rosa dos Ventos Choir
Directed by Marta Brandão

A community choir bringing together voices of different ages and backgrounds, celebrating the joy of singing together. The Rosa dos Ventos Choir requires no prior experience — what matters is the desire to share, learn and be carried by the music. Regular rehearsals cultivate musical harmony and a spirit of togetherness, bridging generations through song.

+info
+351 962 665 428
(Marta Brandão)

Occasional Hosted Activities

16 · 23 · 30 october 2025 05:30 pm – 07:00 pm
Singing Classes of Portuguese Tradition
with Anitxa Root

A workshop dedicated to the traditional Portuguese vocal repertoire, exploring the roots of orally transmitted music. Between rehearsals and shared moments, participants are invited to discover new ways of interpreting ancient songs — bringing to the present the collective memory that lives in the voice.

+info
+351 968 400 862
(Anitxa Root)
15 october 2025 – 06:30 pm
Transition House: Deathcafe

An open and confidential gathering where anyone can speak freely about death, dying and the significant transitions of life. Promoted by Transition House, this Deathcafe will take place at the New Bowing House as a unique moment of sharing — breaking taboos and embracing with naturalness the conversations that rarely find space in everyday life. The meeting unfolds in a warm atmosphere, accompanied by tea, coffee, cake or other treats, offering a space for reflection and community care.

+info
+49 178 110 5300
and/or deathcafe.com
(Ingrid Berger)
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