New PA system for St Dominic parish church

February 18, 2017, 3:01 pm

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A new public address system has been installed at St Dominic parish church in Valletta. The old system has been in place since the 1950s and the church administration felt the need to install a new one to give a good service to the faithful. The friars commissioned the Alfa Group of Pozzuoli, Naples, to try a new system and after two months’ trial the friars, who were satisfied with the result, decided to go for it. The system cost €8,500 and for this reason the administration is urging those who can help to make a donation. A down payment of €2,500 has already been made. Those who would like to help are to call parish priest Michael Camilleri on 9988 3297 or e-mail fr.michael23@gmail.com. The parish is organising a dinner with tombola at the Christian Doctrine centre on Saturday at 7pm in aid of the restoration of St Dominic church. Tickets (adults €10, children €5) are available from the usual helpers.

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Youth of the Year Award

February 18, 2017, 3:01 pm

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The Youth of the Year Award 2016, organised by the Kerygma Movement, was awarded to James Borg Cumbo from San Ġwann. The award, sponsored by APS Bank, was announced by the movement’s president Bernice Micallef. A Certificate of Special Merit was also awarded to Sara Portelli from Birkirkara for her voluntary work promoting the culture of life, defending the speechless and for her work within the Franciscan community. President Marie-Louise Coleiro Preca presented the trophy at the end of a Mass celebrated at St Dominic’s church, Rabat on February 3. Also present were the President’s husband Edgar, APS chairman Emanuel Delia and George Hyzler, chairman of the selection board. Mr Borg Cumbo, 25, works with an insurance company. In 2012, he went with friends on a youth exchange in Finland, where they were encouraged to reflect on the realities of life beyond our shores. The experience enkindled in them an interest to do missionary work. From here evolved the idea of setting up Karibu! Malta (welcome in Swahili). Mr Borg Cumbo got involved in the project to encourage youngsters to go to Kenya under the Youth in Action scheme but their application for funding was unsuccessful. The...

Pharmacies open today

February 18, 2017, 3:01 pm

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Empire Pharmacy (Branch), 46, Melita Street, Valletta (2122 5785);St Gaetan Pharmacy, Parish Priest Mifsud Street, Ħamrun (2123 4570);Drugshop Dispensary, De La Cruz Avenue, Qormi (2144 3221);Holy Cross Pharmacy, 37, Main Street, Birkirkara (2144 8454);Deby’s Pharmacy, 1, Quarries Square, Msida (2122 7920);Spiżerija Kappara, Żbibu Lane, San Ġwann (2138 1776);Edward’s Pharmacy, 115, Manwel Dimech Street, Sliema (2133 4102);Medica Pharmacy, Naxxar Road, Balzan (2144 5741);Pillbox Pharmacy, 63, Bjad Street, Naxxar (2141 7406);Brown’s Pharmacy, 69, George Borg Olivier Street, Mellieħa (2152 3554);De Paola Pharmacy, 36, Antoine De Paule Square, Paola (2182 6408);Distinction Pharmacy, 32, Antoine De Paule Square, Paola (2169 3412);Verdala Pharmacy, 57, Bull Street, Cospicua (2182 4720);St Peter Pharmacy, Sebbellika Street, Żabbar (2166 3750);Blossoms Pharmacy, Gurgier Street, Birżebbuġa (2165 2226);Safi Pharmacy, St John Street c/w Bieb il-Ġarra Street, Safi (2164 9552);Santa Marija Pharmacy, 40, Bird Street, Żebbuġ (2146 5346);Ideal Pharmacy, 63, Main Street, Rabat (2145 5479);Abela’s Pharmacy, 42, G.P.F. Agius De Soldanis Street, Victoria (2155 6170);Sokkors Pharmacy, St Gregory...

The President’s engagements

February 18, 2017, 3:01 pm

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11.25am The President receives Polish Foreign Minister Witold Waszczykowsi on a courtesy call at the Palace, Valletta. 7pm The President delivers a speech at an activity organised on Kuwaiti National Day at the Westin Dragonara Resort, St Julian’s. Tuesday 9am The President visits The Peace Lab in Hal Far. 11am The President presides over a signing of a memorandum of understanding between the President’s Trust and participating companies of The President’s Trust Employment Initiative at San Anton Palace, Attard. 6pm The President delivers the opening speech at a public lecture organised by the Research and Prevention Unit of the Malta Community Chest Fund Foundation in conjunction with the Faculty of Medicine and Surgery within the University of Malta entitled ‘Osteoporosis – a silent killer’ at the Palace, Valletta. Wednesday 9.30am The President delivers the opening speech at a seminar entitled ‘Are female employees better off at work?’ at the Workers’ Memorial Building, Valletta. 4pm The President meets Abdulaziz Othman Altwaijri, director general of the Islamic Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation, at San Anton Palace. Thursday 10am The President receives...

Scale model exhibition in Vittoriosa

February 18, 2017, 3:01 pm

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The 36th edition of the annual scale exhibition, organised by the Society for Scale Modellers – IPMS Malta and sponsored by Gasan Mamo Insurance, was held at the Malta Maritime Museum in Vittoriosa. This event brought together numerous miniature scale models of various subjects, including aircraft, ships, armour and tanks, historical and fantasy figurines, motor vehicles and dioramas, scenes that depict a story. “We are pleased to be associated with the organisation of this year’s annual scale model exhibition since this event helps increase the level of scale modelling to the highest possible standard and to transform the perception from that of a hobby for amateurs to that of a valued and esteemed art form,” said general manager Mark Mamo. The models displayed during this event – produced to the highest standard and researched for authenticity and realism – featured an artistic slant. Members of the society donated money in aid of the Malta Community Chest Fund and the club contributed by matching the amount collected. Other monetary donations were collected thanks to the generosity of the public. The funds will be forwarded to the Malta Community Chest Fund, which falls...

St Aloysius Sixth Form soirée

February 18, 2017, 3:01 pm

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St Aloysius Sixth Form was a hive of activity as students put up their annual soirée over four nights. The aim of such a big event is to provide an opportunity to all students to work together, combine  their skills, talents and energy and channel their creativity to put up an entertaining show. After months of hard work and preparation, the show was a great success. The first half of the production consisted of a variety of items ranging from all types of dance, classical, lyrical, hip hop and contemporary, a satirical sketch, as well as musical recitals. During the second half, students brought to life  the musical Peter Pan. This was characterised by skilled actors, beautiful voices, lovely costumes and colourful scenery, as well as a live orchestra made up of 14 students playing 10 instruments. The musical was also entirely produced and directed by second year students.

Magros present donation to Agostinian Prior for help on surnames project

February 18, 2017, 3:01 pm

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This year, the Three Hills brand will be featuring set of 60 Maltese surnames in an exercise that involved months of work and research. Each can will be featuring information about the origins of a particular surname, when it was first documented and an explanation about its coat of arms. The research was carried out by Joe Borg, a genealogist with over 20 years’ experience in Maltese heraldry, and Simon Mercieca, a senior lecturer in the Faculty of Arts, University of Malta, specialising in family name research and genealogy. The descriptions on the cans were abridged and edited by Mgr Joseph Bezzina, a well-known Maltese historian and national archivist. The coats of arms for the 60 surnames date back to the early 1800s. These were all hand-painted drawings found in the library of the Agostinian Friars in Rabat. Photography was entrusted to Daniel Cilia.

Getting together after 43 long years

February 18, 2017, 3:01 pm

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Class 5B at the Lyceum, Ħamrun graduated in 1974. Since then, two of the cohort have passed on and a number have moved to other lands. It was difficult to get the whole class together again, but 18 out of the 24 students originally in the class, including one from the UK and another from the US, did manage to get together on February 3, 43 years after leaving each other. They met for a dinner at Sharma, Mdina, the restaurant actually belonging to one of the cohort. They found that they had certainly grown older, many of them had grown quite a lot balder, but they found inside themselves the 16-year-old school boys they once were, bubbling out at the sight of each other. And they even managed to have a class photo taken at the end of it all.

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February 18, 2017, 3:01 pm

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GALEA. On February 8, at Mater Dei Hospital, to Jessica, née Curmi and Julian, God’s precious gift of a daughter – SOPHIE, a most welcome sister to George. Deo Gratias et Mariae. Pearl Wedding THOMSON – PORTELLI The marriage between DOUGLAS and LOUISE took place on February 22, 1987 at Jesus of Nazareth parish church, Sliema, officiated by Fr Charles Portelli and Fr John Frendo, OP. Mr Paul Vella and Mr Matthew Campbell were witnesses, the duties of best man were carried out by Mr John Montague and Laura Montague was flower-girl. A reception was held at the Union Club, Tigné Street, Sliema. The couple celebrate their 30th wedding anniversary with their children Alexander and Jeanette, Stephen and Eilidh, Emily and grandson Daniel. Obituaries GOVE’. On February 16, at her residence in Balzan, MARIA DOLORES, widow of Emanuel, passed peacefully away comforted by the rites of Holy Church and surrounded by her family. She leaves to mourn her great loss her daughter Maria and her husband Joseph Formosa, her sons Stephen and his wife Louiselle and Alan and his wife Maria, her cherished grandchildren Luke and his girlfriend, Matthew and his girlfriend, Jean, Samuel, Leah, Luisa and...

Reading of scripts

February 19, 2017, 9:10 pm

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An evening of readings from the shortlisted scripts of the Premju Francis Ebejer (Francis Ebejer prize) is taking place tomorrow in Valletta. A selection from the scripts Ahmed, Ċittadin Malti (Ahmed, Maltese citizen) by Stefan Magri, Sa ma Nerġa’ Narak (Until I see you again) by Marta Vella and Toqtol it-Tama (Killing hope) by Vince Vella will be read out and a discussion will follow. The event should be of interest to theatre producers and directors. The public is also welcome to attend. ■ The reading is taking place tomorrow at 6.30pm at the Manoel Theatre Studio in Valletta.  The event is being held in Maltese. Refreshments will be served. To register, send an e-mail to fundinfo@artscouncilmalta.org.

Retrospective exhibition

February 19, 2017, 9:03 pm

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An exhibition looking back at the past 50 years of artist Ġużeppi Theuma’s works is being held in Mosta. Organised by the Għaqda Filantropika Talent Mosti, Il-Vjaġġ features the artist’s selection of art pieces, including paintings and sculptures. Theuma was born in 1945. He attended the Hertfordshire College of Arts at St Albans in the UK. The artist has participated in several exhibitions locally, displaying both his ceramic sculptures as well as his paintings. Theuma is also the author of several art publications with his major publication being L-Arti fil-Knejjes minn Mitt Pittur Malti (A short biography of 100 Maltese painters), visually cataloguing the works of these artists. ■ The exhibition is being held at the Razzett tal-Markiż Mallia Tabone in Mosta. It runs until Saturday. It is open Monday to Saturday, 6pm to 8pm.

Call for accordionists

February 19, 2017, 9:16 pm

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A call for accordionists has been issued to participate in the first edition of the Easter Accordion Festival of Malta to be held on April 17 and 18. The festival is being organised by the Santa Marija Accordion Band of Attard. Accordion music is one of the most popular forms of music, with a special sound all of its own. The closing date to apply to participate is February 28. The organisers point out that, weather permitting, the festival will also include a mini outdoor concert. To apply, send an e-mail to mtbusuttil@yahoo.com or call 7925 9508 from 10am to noon.

Culture Matters – Valletta 2018 findings

February 19, 2017, 9:22 pm

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The second Culture Matters seminar showcasing the results of the Valletta 2018 Foundation’s in-depth analytical research into the impacts of the European Capital of Culture on various sectors of society is taking place on Thursday. Some of the main issues addressed throughout the seminar include participation in cultural activity, the impact of socio-urban changes in Valletta on local communities, the accessibility of the Valletta 2018 cultural programme and the economic impacts of the European Capital of Culture. Researchers forming part of the Valletta 2018 evaluation and monitoring team will be presenting their ongoing research and discussing their findings with the audience throughout the seminar. On the day, a study being conducted by anthropologist Michael Deguara on Community Inclusion and Space in Valletta 2018 will be presented. This research project seeks to identify factors affecting community participation and accessibility, with an emphasis on the awareness that various groups have of the Valletta 2018 programme. It also aims to explore perceptions of Valletta’s foreseeable developments, particularly those related to the city as a community space. Other research...

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February 19, 2017, 9:31 pm

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AGIUS. On February 19, at Mater Dei Hospital ANTHONY aged 97 of Sliema, passed away peacefully comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his loss his children Geraldine, Doris, Antoinette, Lucienne and their spouses, grandchildren, great- children, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends. The funeral leaves Mater Dei Hospital next Thursday February 23, at 8.30am for Jesus of Nazareth parish church, Sliema, where Mass præsente cadavere will be said at 9am followed by interment at Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery. No flowers by request but donations to the Poor Clares, St Julians will be greatly appreciated. Lord, grant him eternal rest. BORG. On February 19, at St Vincent de Paul Residence, LORENZA (known as Lolly), aged 90, of Sta Venera, passed away peacefully comforted by the rites of Holy Church. She leaves to mourn her loss her husband Joey, her children Melania and her husband Victor, Mario and his wife Juliet, Sandra and her husband Tony, grandchildren Alexander, Andrea, Francesco, Susanne, Gabbie and Jean Paul, great-grandchildren Andrew and Amy, other relatives and friends. The funeral leaves St Vincent de Paul Residence tomorrow, Tuesday, February 21 at...

Lunchtime concert

February 20, 2017, 9:16 pm

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Melodious Arias is today’s lunchtime concert, part of a series being held at the Oratory of St Francis in Valletta. The concert features Latvian soprano Karmene Radovska accompanied by Polish pianist Julia Miller. Radovska will be performing Purcell’s If Music be the Food of Love, Vivaldi’s Un certo non so che, Handel’s Verdi Prati from the opera Alcina, Mozart’s Va, l’error mio palesa from his opera Mitriade, Giovanni Paisiello’s Nel cor mi più non sento and Martini’s Plaisir d’amour. The programme is varied with sparkling piano works by Bach and Beethoven as well as a piano transcription of Bellini’s Casta diva. ■ The concert starts at 12.30pm and is part of a series of events raising funds for the Franciscan church which is undergoing an extensive restoration project. Tickets can be obtained from the venue itself half an hour before the concert begins. For more details, phone 7968 0952 or email baroccomalta@gmail.com.

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Talk on Pasmore

February 20, 2017, 9:03 pm

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A talk analysing the socio-economic and cultural conditions prevalent during Victor Pasmore’s time in Malta in the latter half of the 20th century is being held today in Valletta. Pasmore (born Edwin John Victor) was a British artist and architect who pioneered the development of abstract art in Britain in the 1940s and 1950s. He passed away in Malta in 1998. The gallery hosted by the Central Bank of Malta, where the talk is being held, houses a permanent exhibition of works discovered in Pasmore’s home in Gudja, as well as in his residence in Blackheath, London. One often hears of art and artistic processes being discussed in terms of ‘the social determination of art’ or ‘the artistic representation of reality’. During tonight’s talk, social scientist and lecturer Valerie Visanich will unpack these statements and others as she looks at redefining and, ultimately, presenting alternatives to engaging with Pasmore’s artistic output. She will also introduce the socio-personal relations that were interlaced throughout every aspect of Pasmore’s life and career, particularly the instrumental role and presence of his wife and muse, Wendy Blood. ■ The talk is being held tonight at the...

Photographic exhibition

February 20, 2017, 9:11 pm

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In celebration of the recognition of the art of falconry as intangible cultural heritage of humanity, a new exhibition will be opened tonight in Valletta. This honour was agreed upon on December 1, 2016, by Italy together with 17 other countries. The exhibition at the Italian Cultural Institute is of photographic works focused on falconry and yachting by photographer and author Serena Galvani. During the launch of Falc-on-aria, Galvani will also present her book Aria, Uomini, Falchi (Air, Men, Falcons). Galvani hails from Bologna and graduated in modern languages. She is a historian and the owner of Aria, one of the most prestigious historical vessels of the Mediterranean. Galvani is also a photo-reporter and travels around the world, focusing her attention on capturing the art of falconry. Other key speakers during the event are Joan Abela from the University of Malta, Rai Sport journalist Giulio Guazzini, journalist and Maltese ornithologist Natalino Fenech, Spanish maestro falconer Juan Bernabè and Italian falconer Gianluca Barone. ■ The launch is taking place tonight at 6.30pm at the Italian Cultural Institute in Valletta. The talk will be held in Italian and English.

I, Claude Monet

February 20, 2017, 9:24 pm

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A new documentary based entirely on Claude Monet’s personal letters is screening tonight in St Julian’s. I, Claude Monet reveals Monet the artist, businessman and lover as it explores the fascinating inner life of one of the world’s most famous artists. Based on 3,000 surviving letters, the film reveals a tumultuous inner life marked by moments of intense depression and euphoric creation, offering a complex portrait of this beloved artist. The documentary also features over 100 of Monet’s paintings filmed in high definition, providing a unique window into his emotional and creative life. Brought to life by acclaimed actor Henry Goodman, Monet’s letters record his journey from a prodigiously talented teenager to the grand old man of the arts. The letters record remarkable encounters – from the painter Eugene Boudin, who he met as an enthusiastic amateur, to Prime Minister Georges Clemenceau, with whom he struck up a friendship as an elderly man. Many letters confront Monet’s despair, depression and even attempted suicide. In equal measure his correspondence celebrates the joys of painting and the natural world, inspired by his travels across Europe. In order to capture the...

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February 20, 2017, 9:32 pm

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AGIUS. On February 19, at Mater Dei Hospital ANTHONY aged 97 of Sliema, passed away peacefully comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his loss  his children Geraldine, Doris, Antoinette, Lucienne and their spouses, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nephews, nieces,  relatives and friends. The funeral leaves  Mater Dei Hospital next Thursday, February 23, at 8.30am for Jesus of Nazareth parish church, Sliema, where Mass præsente cadavere will be said at 9am followed by interment at Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery. No flowers by request but donations to the Poor Clares, St Julian’s will be greatly appreciated. Lord, grant him eternal rest. BORG. On February 19, at Mater Dei Hospital, SAMUEL, widower of Marion née Mifsud, aged 86, passed away peacefully comforted by the rites of Holy Church and surrounded by his family. He leaves to mourn his great loss his daughter Catherine and her husband Arthur Cachia, his son Edgar and his wife Maria, his daughter Celine and her partner Leonce, and Andrew, his cherished grandchildren Kristian, Daniel and his wife Anne, Karl and his wife Luisa, Lara and her partner Marco, Martha and Anthony and his much loved great-grandson...

Calling all poets

February 21, 2017, 9:11 pm

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Submissions for next month’s annual literature contest Ġieħ iż-Żejtun are open. Open to all ages, each individual can submit up to two literary works within one of four categories: best writing using the Żejtun dialect, best writing using standard Maltese, best poem and best writing for children and youths up to 17 years old. The winner of each category will be awarded a €50 voucher. Each submission is free of charge and will be examined by an independent jury. The best submissions will be published in a booklet which will be available to the public free of charge. Moreover, some of these submissions will be read during the Ġieħ iż-Żejtun ceremony being held on Sunday, March 19. ■ Submissions must be received at the Żejtun Local Council or by e-mail on chircop.sean@gmail.com by no later than this Saturday. For terms and conditions visit www.zejtunlocalcouncil.com. For more information, email chircop.sean@gmail.com or call 2166 3866.