AGP Executive Report
Last update: 14 minutes agoPalau Independence & Olechotel Belau Fair: Palau’s Independence Day and Olechotel Belau Fair are tentatively set for Sept. 30–Oct. 4, with a 16-state parade, cultural performances, traditional foods and games, fireworks, a night market, and boat races—starting Sept. 30 at the Ngarachamayong Cultural Center with the Mechesil Belau Conference and an Independence Dinner, then an official Oct. 1 ceremony at Ernguul Park. Sports & community: Team Rising Tide plans a 3,000-mile rowing push from La Gomera to Antigua in the World’s Toughest Row Atlantic Race, with co-owner/executive director Cady Hart-Petterssen drawing on her long rowing background. Mental health in the spotlight: Alpha Xi Tau (Phi Theta Kappa) hosts “Behind the Smile” on Sept. 30 at Surry Community College, offering coping-skill activities, resources, and a cardio drumming session. Music calendar: Altea’s Palau Altea Centre d’Arts will host Opus One and singer Anna Luna on Oct. 10. International cinema: Mallorca’s Evolution Mallorca International Film Festival returns for its 15th edition (Oct. 28–Nov. 4), with Edward Berger, Iris Berben, and Matthew Libatique among the headline names. Opera awards: The 2026 International Opera Awards nominees are announced, with Palau-linked readers likely to watch Rising Star and Reader’s Choice categories.
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