The 2009 Lusophony Games was the 2nd Lusophony Games (Portuguese: 2.os Jogos da Lusofonia), a multi-sport event for delegations representing Portuguese-speaking National Olympic committees. It took place in Lisbon, Portugal, from 11 to 19 July 2009. The Pavilhão Atlântico acted as the main venue, staging the opening ceremonies and majority of the sporting events.
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—Elizabeth Bowen (1899–1973)