we have a section dedicated to the acadêmicos do salgueiro on this page.  salgueiro's samba school is very important  in spurring social initiatives and in helping the organization of social and cultural projects.

finally free from the limitations imposed by the presence of armed drug trafficking, and the constant fear of criminal activity, this community has been able to start flourishing on many levels.   

cultural and entertainment events such as the artista na rua (artist in the street), part of sera' o bendito?!, are now taking places in the community with ease.