German couple Rosemarie Goldhorn and Fabian Theiss visited Malta once again, this time to tie the knot and make it a day to remember. Rosemarie`s first visit to Malta was in May 1996. Since then she has visited the island 15 times. It was also her husband Fabian`s 13th visit. The couple had met in Malta.
Rosemarie and Fabian come from Duisburg, a city in the Ruhr area, near Düsseldorf. They love Malta and know a lot about it too. During their stay Rosemarie and Fabian made many Maltese friends.
Fabian, a teacher of German and technology, and Rosemarie, a clerk in health insurance and a teacher of marketing, were married on March 28 at St Andrew`s Scots church in Old Bakery Street, Valletta, which doubles as a Lutheran church.
The church, with its small green door, was the perfect venue for such a sweet wedding. Rosemarie and Fabian were surrounded by their Maltese friends who were more than glad to celebrate this special day with them and by about 17 Germans, mostly childhood friends, who came to Malta for the occasion.
Rosemarie was attended by 15-year-old Lena Meinert, who attends grammar school in Duisburg. Together they walked down Old Bakery Street to the chapel, where they met Fabian and all the guests.
A Maltese friend of Rosemarie`s, 41-year-old Aldo Chircop of Birkirkara, whom she had met six years ago on her first visit, was the bride`s witness.
Fabian`s witness, 32-year-old actor Knut Gambusch, is a childhood friend whom he has known since grammar school. Thomas Boesner, a stone mason, and Rosemarie`s best friend, walked the bride up the aisle.
Minister Birgit Martin, who works for the German Lutheran Church in Malta, officiated at the wedding in German and English.
A party was later held in the couple`s holiday flat in Bugibba. The owners of the flat, Mr and Mrs Vella, who decorated it for the occasion, were also invited to the wedding ceremony.
Rosemarie and Fabian, whose last visit to Malta was over Christmas and New Year, left last Sunday.
Sammut-Zarb
The marriage took place on March 23 at St Aloysius` College church, Birkirkara, between Patrick Sammut, BA (Hons), PGCE, son of Mr and Mrs R. Sammut of Hamrun, and Rosalie Zarb, B.Sc. (Hons) (Nursing), Dip. Management, daughter of the late Mr Andrew Zarb and Mrs Marlene Zarb of Kappara.
Nuptial Mass was celebrated by Fr Paul Attard. The ceremony was witnessed by Mr Alex Sammut, the groom`s brother, and Mrs Yvonne Agius, the bride`s aunt. Ing. Winston Pirotta was best man.
The bride, who was given away by her uncle, Mr Oliver Agius, was attended by Mrs Simone Pirotta and Ms Rosanne Sammut.
A reception was later held at Villa Mdina, Naxxar. The couple are spending their honeymoon in Italy.
Slimming Sundays at Estetika
Estetika is opening on Sunday, for the next three Sundays, to provide free weight-loss advice and slimming consultations.
Just before the onset of the summer season, both women and men worry about the need to shape up. At Estetika, the aim is to bring clients`personal image back to life by helping them achieve a healthy and balanced sense of well being.
For those who wish to slim up, get rid of some of their excess weight or tone themselves after the festive season, a team of medical practitioners, beauty therapists and a nutritionist will provide free advice on a personal level.
Estetika is not a conveyor belt system for slimming. It excels in providing personalised slimming programmes tailored to each individual`s personal needs and medical condition.
During Slimming Sundays Estetika will be launching an innovative way to dietary and weight loss - the Cambridge diet - an effective and convenient way to control weight, providing nutritional assurance and soya protein in one`s daily diet. The Cambridge diet achieves weight loss by supplying the body with less fuel (calories) than it needs.
Estetika in Sliema will be open between 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. for both men and women.
Pre-bookings for free consultations on Sundays are also being accepted on a first-come-first-served basis. For more information phone 2134-0503 or 2133-8265 or e-mail info@estetika.com.mt
A gold ribbon for Malta
In an international floral art show held recently in Toronto, Canada, called "Canada Blooms", Ms Nadine Micallef-Grimaud was honoured with a Gold Ribbon for creating a perfect picture which looked like a real painting, entitled "A Walk in the Amusement Park".
The exhibit was made entirely of natural dry plant material. The president, Mrs Katie McCarthy, congratulated Nadine on her achievement, while her mother Mariuccia won the Silver Ribbon.
Three other Malta Floral Club members, namely Mrs Mary Mangion and Mrs Lily dei Conti Manduca, were highly commended. Nancy Xerri had an Honourable Mention.
Ira Losco at Bay Street
Malta`s representative at this year`s Eurovision Song Contest in Estonia, Ira Losco, recently paid a courtesy visit at Bay Street`s Hotel and Artisan Market.
Ira toured the Artisan Market`s arts and crafts outlets, and also met the operators of these outlets and saw the production of some crafts.
The singer, who was accompanied by the Bay Street Hotel`s general manager, Tony Coleiro, said that as Malta`s "ambassador" in Estonia and during her European tour she will be doing her utmost to promote Maltese arts and crafts.
Live entertainment at Bay Street`s Da Giorgio
Da Giorgio, the restaurant at the Bay Street Complex, St Julian`s, has lined up a live music programme to entertain patrons while they dine.
Choose from a hot and cold buffet or a set menu at reasonable prices. Or indulge in an extensive à la carte menu prepared by chef Charles Borg.
Pianist Conrad Briffa is in attendance on Thursday evenings. Re-live the Classic Gold Era with Joe Cassar and old timers` songs performed live by Ivan Spiteri Lucas band during Friday dinner.
Joseph Pace, a singer/musician of a combination of Seventies-Eighties music, followed by Sean and Daphne, ballroom and Latin dancers, on Saturday night.
During Sunday lunch there is entertainment by Marlene and Araldo, one of Malta`s best known country music duos. Solo vocalist Joe Carr performs at the Bay Street hotel lounge for Sunday tea (3 to 7 p.m.)
Leading singer Nadine Axisa, accompanied by Conrad Briffa, performs during Sunday dinner.
By retaining their receipt, patrons get free parking and a chance to win a weekend break at the Bay Street Hotel.
Slimmer of the Year Awards
Slimming UK recently held its annual Slimmer of the Year Award presentation, with a lavish dinner at the Coastline Hotel for members and guests.
Seven Slimming UK consultants from various areas in Malta, appointed by Ms Nanette Kyle, got together to celebrate this event.
The evening was a great success, with the first award going to Catherine Catania, Slimmer of the Year 2000, who lost 42 kilos and still maintained her target weight. Gozitan Theresa Buttigieg, who lost 39 kilos, was awarded Slimmer of the Year 2001.
The next awards went to nine ladies, from each centre, who achieved the highest weight loss.
Another innovation in this year`s event was a prize as a token of appreciation going towards Slimming UK clients who offered their photos as an advertising testimonial.
This most enjoyable evening came to an end with a raffle, gifts being kindly donated by A. Stellini Ltd, Coastline Hotel, Ta` Xbiex Beauty Salon, Ruth`s Plus Sizes and Mgarr Aerobics Studio.
LRSM
Danika Maria Attard, 18, started piano lessons at four under the guidance of Ms Monica Anastasia, LRSM. She passed all her Associated Board examinations with distinction and obtained various prizes, including the Farsons Cup, the M. Anastasi prize and the Board prizes in Grades 6, 7 and 8. She also won first prize in the EPTA National Competition.
Besides the Advanced Certificate, Danika obtained a number of diplomas, including her ALCM, ATCL, LLCM and Dip. ABRSM. She studied harmony with Mro D. Buhagiar, M.Mus, B.Ed, LRSM, ARCM, viva voce with Mrs A. Scicluna Bisazza, LRSM, and aural with Miss C. Genovese, LRSM.
Under the guidance of Mrs Yvette Galea, FLCM, FTCL, LRSM, she sat for and passed the two set written papers of her LRSM examination. Last November, she was awarded an A grade in the practical and final part of her LRSM, still under the guidance of Ms Anastasi, and was coached for viva voce by Mrs Galea. Danika has performed in various venues, including San Anton Palace. She is in her first year of the B.Sc. Radiography course.
Appreciation - Bernard E. Sullivan
by Mr David Arrigo
Bernard Sullivan, who died last Thursday week aged only 47, was a member of the large Ellul Sullivan family, well known in Malta in all areas of business and commerce, especially that of travel and shipping.
Bernard`s great-grandfather, although of Maltese origin, came to Malta from Gibraltar in the 1880s with his wife Vincenza née Borda, a native of Gibraltar, and four young children, who also had been born in Gibraltar.
The firm De Mattos & Sullivan was established a few years later, in due course making the Sullivan name a trademark in international shipping for over a century.
Born on August 2, 1954, Bernard was the only son and middle child of Joseph and Edwidge, née Carbonaro. Educated at St Edward`s College, the married Pat Montanaro. He, like so many of his uncles and cousins, worked at Sullivan family shipping offices before his father and his brothers split, each expanding and forming their own establishments.
He went on to create the company Eurowear in the manufacture of jeans, and opened Sullsport Limited in 1989. He then joined Sullivan Shipping Agencies, with his father and Carmelo Sullivan, today the clan`s second most senior member, born in 1911, who both attend the office regularly. His directorships included: J.P. Sorotto (1877) Ltd, BOTC Ltd, Quest Ltd, Sullivan Consolidated Co. Ltd, Sullivan Investments Ltd, and Tug Malta Ltd.
Sullivan Shipping Agencies Ltd, Sullsport Ltd., and Concept Ltd, which operates the Baymart supermarket in Spinola Bay, with Bernard`s wife and partner Zammit.
A keen horseman and fine polo player and loved watersports, Bernard will be greatly missed by his many friends, family and colleagues and partner.
He leaves behind his wife Pat, his three children Christian, Alexandra, and Keith, and his father Joseph, aged 83.
The President and Mrs de Marco`s engagements: April 15-21
Tomorrow
10 a.m. The President attends an ecumenical service in remembrance of the late Queen Mother at St John`s Co-Cathedral, Valletta
10.50 a.m. The President receives Princess Anne at the Palace, Valletta
11.30 The President attends a commemorative ceremony at the Siege Bell Monument and unveils a commemorative plaque on the occasion of the 60th anniversary of the Award of the George Cross
1.45 p.m. The President and Mrs de Marco host a luncheon in honour of Princess Anne at San Anton Palace
7 The President and Mrs de Marco attend a banquet organised by the George Cross Island Association at the SAS Radisson Bay-Point Resort, St Julian`s.
Tuesday
11 a.m. The President receives Mr Awad Yakhlef, Palestinian Ambassador, and is presented with a message from Yasser Arafat, chairman of the Palestinian National Authority, at the Palace, Valletta.
12.15 p.m. The President receives members of the George Cross Holders Association at the Palace, followed by a reception.
3.30 The President attends a flight, sponsored by Air Malta, in aid of the Malta Community Chest Fund.
8.30 The President and Mrs de Marco host dinner in honour of Mr Rocco Buttiglione, Italian Minister for European Community Policies, at San Anton Palace, Attard.
Wednesday
9.30 a.m. The President receives Mr Buttiglione at the Palace, Valletta.
10.45 The President receives the committee and members of the Paola Ladies Cultural Circle.
11.30 The President receives Professor John Mamo, chairman of the Data Protection Commission.
6 The President receives members of the official delegation accompanying him during his state visit to Hungary.
Thursday
9.15 a.m. The President receives the Prime Minister, Dr Eddie Fenech Adami, at the Palace, Valletta.
11 Mrs de Marco hosts a "Bring and Buy" sale in aid of the Malta Community Chest Fund, at San Anton Palace.
5.30 p.m. The President hosts the presentation of the President`s Award at the Palace, Valletta.
Friday
10 a.m. The President receives Ms Kathryn Proffitt, former American Ambassador to Malta, at the Palace, Valletta.
11 The President receives Chief Justice Joseph Said Pullicino, chairman of the Malta Broadcasting Authority, accompanied by the newly appointed board members.
1 p.m. The President visits the French naval vessel Jeanne d`Arc, berthed at Pinto Wharf, Valletta
5 The President and Mrs de Marco receive members of the George Cross Island Association at San Anton Palace.
Saturday
10.30 a.m. The President receives members of the Taormina Lions Club at San Anton Palace.
For your diary
A car boot sale in aid of Ir-Razzett tal-Hbiberija, Marsascala, is held every Sunday from 8 a.m. to 12.30 p.m. A Lm3 donation is asked for each car space. Car sellers should be in their space by 7 a.m.
The annual general meeting of the King`s Own Malta Regiment Association will be held at the association`s club, Castille Place, Valletta, on Wednesday at 6 p.m.
Caritas Co-Operators are organising a day trip to Gozo on Wednesday. Mass will be celebrated at Ta` Pinu Sanctuary, then lunch at Kempinski San Lawrenz Resort and Spa. Cards may be played later. Buses leave Valletta and Sliema at 8.30 a.m., stopping at various pick-up points. Return from Gozo at 5.45 p.m.
For more information call Marielouise Mifsud (tel. 2133-0471), Mary Darmanin Demajo (2131-3486), Josephine Farrugia (2132-0016), or Phyllis Ciappara (2134-2910).
The Rehabilitation Centre for the Physically Disabled at Corradino, Paola, is holding a coffee morning/tombola at the Best Western Les Lapins, Ta` Xbiex, on Thursday at 9.30 a.m. Tickets at Lm1.20 are obtainable by calling 2169-3863 or 2143-6421.
The Singles Social Circle is holding a get-together on Friday at 9 p.m. at Il-Fekruna in Xemxija. Tickets are at Lm1.25. Members may bring along one guest.
YANA (You Are Not Alone) is meeting on Friday at 9.30 p.m. at the piano bar of the Crowne Plaza, Sliema, followed by a visit to Frenchies Nightclub.
The Maltese-Australian Association is celebrating Anzac Day with a dinner on April 27 at 8 p.m. at Ta` Marija Restaurant, Mosta. Tickets at Lm5.75 (non-members Lm6) are obtainable from Nick Bonello (2148-6241), Walter Moore (2163-4307), Paul Mamo (2131-5191), Arthemis Cilia (2157-7545), Victor Borg (2144-0807) and Joseph Buttigieg (2131-3718). Booking is open until April 24.
Social and Personal
Births
CINI. On April 7, at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing, to Silvana née Debono and Mark, God`s precious gift of a first-born daughter - LISA. Deo gratias et Mariae. Special thanks to the maternity staff.
DARMANIN. On April 6, at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing, to Charmaine née Coleiro and Mario, God`s precious gift of a first-born daughter - KRISTINA MARIE. Thanks be to God. Special thanks to midwife Doris Grima.
DeMARCO. On April 5, at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing, to Agnes née Grech and Patrick, God`s precious gift of a daughter - MARTINA NICOLE, a most welcome sister to Andrea John. Thanks be to Our Lady of Miracles. Special thanks to all the staff at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing.
DECELIS. On April 6, at Karin Grech Hospital Maternity Wing, to Michelle née Camilleri and Juan, God`s precious gift of a first-born daughter - KYLIE. Deo gratias et Marie. Special thanks to midwife Elaine Mercieca.
ELLUL. On March 31, to Joanne née Portelli and Massimiliano, God`s precious gift of a daughter - JADE.
MAYO. On April 10, at St Philip`s Hospital, to Penelope and Gordon, God`s precious gift of a son - THOMAS LEE, a welcome brother to Nicole Naiomi. Special thanks to the staff at St Philip`s Hospital.
MUSCAT FILLETTI. On April 10, at Capua Palace Hospital, to Claudia née Filletti and Stephen, God`s precious gift of a son - MATTEO, a welcome brother to Luigi. Thanks be to God and Our Lady. Special thanks to the obstetrician and the maternity staff.
OCHOA. Underwater, on March 19, at St James Hospital, to Gabriella and Diego, God`s precious gift of a son - MATIAS, a brother to Santiago. Special thanks go to the obstetrician, midwife Anna Calleja and all the staff for a wonderful experience.
SAPIANO. FRANCESCO, born on April 11, at Capua Palace Hospital. A precious gift from God to Luigi, his brother, and Audrey and Georg, his happy parents.
Obituary
CARDONA. On April 13, at St Luke`s Hospital, VIOLET, née Calleja, aged 87, of Paola, passed peacefully away comforted by the rites of Holy Church. She leaves to mourn her loss her husband John, her daughter Mary and her husband Magistrate Joe Cassar, her son Joe and his wife Marthese, her grandchildren Marisa, Stephen, Kevin, Kenneth and Charles, her great-grandchildren Mikael and Gabriel, other relatives and friends. - R.I.P.
The funeral leaves St Luke`s Hospital tomorrow at 8.15 a.m. for St Anthony`s Capuchin church, Paola, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 9 a.m., followed by interment at Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery. No flowers by request but donations to charitable institutions will be greatly appreciated.
PACE BARDON. On April 13, at St Luke`s Hospital, ROBERT, passed peacefully away at the age of 90, comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his loss his wife Mary née Mamo, his daughter Maphine, wife of Vito Stella, Louise, widow of his son Anthony, Captain Ian and his wife Anna, his grandchildren Vladimiro, Natasha, Alison, Michael, Roberta and Christina, nephews, nieces, other relatives and friends. - R.I.P.
The funeral leaves St Luke`s Hospital tomorrow at 2 p.m. for Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 2.30 p.m., followed by interment in the family grave. The family regret they are unable to receive visitors.
ZARB MIZZI. On April 12, MAUREEN, née McClune, widow of Joe, passed peacefully away at Capua Home Residence, comforted by the rites of Holy Church. She leaves to mourn her loss her beloved brother Derek and his wife Valerie, Edward and his wife Pat, David and his wife Sandra, Marie Lou and her husband Joe Busietta, and their respective children, her in-laws Della Davison and Connie Laiviera, relatives and friends in the UK. - R.I.P.
The funeral leaves Capua Hospital tomorrow at 8.45 a.m. for Stella Maris parish church, Sliema, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 9 a.m., followed by interment in the family grave at Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery. No flowers by request but donations to the SPCA will be greatly appreciated.
In Memoriam
BRINCAT. In fond remembrance of RICHARD, a much loved husband, father and grandfather, today the seventh anniversary of his demise. Fondly remembered by his wife Inez, his children Herbert and Miriam, Charles and Pauline, Johanna and Mario Vella, Ramon and Susanne, his grandchildren Luke, Matthew, Erika, Janika and Nick, his sister Doris, relatives and friends. Lord, grant him eternal rest.
CURMI - HILDA. Treasured memories of a very special mother on the 44th anniversary of her death. Always in the thoughts and prayers of her family.
D`AMATO. Unfading memories of our beloved aunt CETTINA, today the anniversary of her death. Sadly missed by Mary Rose, Antoine and Konrad.
FENECH - Dr TOMMASO FENECH. In memory of a dear father and grandfather on the 21st anniversary of his demise. Lovingly remembered by his daughter, sons, in-laws and grandchildren.
GAERTY - MARGARET. Today being the 15th anniversary of her departure to meet the Risen Lord. Always remembered, forever loved. A prayer is kindly solicited. Frank, Ronald and families.
GATT. In loving memory of LUCY on the ninth anniversary of her death. Her son Joseph.
HERRERA - Judge JOSEPH A. HERRERA. Happy memories of my husband Joe. As always so close to my heart. Lord, grant him eternal rest. Marguerite.
HERRERA - Judge JOSEPH A. HERRERA. Today being the eighth year of his demise. Always in our thoughts and prayers. Consuelo, Lawrence, Justine, Alexander and Chiara.
HERRERA - Judge JOSEPH HERRERA. In loving memory of a dear father. Always in our thoughts and deeply missed, especially today the anniversary of his demise. Victoria and Adrian.
HERRERA - Judge JOSEPH HERRERA. In loving memory of a dear father, grandfather and in-law, today the eighth anniversary of his demise. Always in our thoughts and prayers. Josè, Alexandra, Miguel and Martina.
REFALO. In loving memory of our aunt ENA who died a year ago last Sunday, April 7. Magda and Roy, Mariella and Albert, Gino and Anne, Michael and Blanche, Mary and Tony, John and Vivienne.
SAPIANO. Precious memories of a dearly loved and missed mother and grandmother, EDWIGE, who was called to eternal life 20 years ago. Joe, Dorothy and Martin.
SCHEMBRI. Treasured and unforgettable memories of our dear ERIC. Deeply missed by his mother Mary, his father Frank, his brother Andre, his sister Yvette and her husband Ivan, relatives and friends, especially Bernard, Adrian and Doria.
SCHEMBRI - LUCIA née Tabone Adami. In loving memory of our dear mother on the 45th anniversary of her death. Fondly remembered by her son and daughters.
Ta` Marija Restaurant
Family Sunday lunch for only Lm4.95. Ta` Marija Restaurant, Mosta, presents a super bonanza family lunch every Sunday, including a choice of fresh minestrone soup or risotto with zafferano, onions, garlic and mushrooms, or spaghetti with a bragoli sauce, followed by lamb cutlets with rosemary jus or tender slices of beef with a Madeira sauce or fresh fillets of baby accola in a caper sauce, including baked potatoes and fresh vegetables, followed by a large selection of sweets from the trolley. For reservations phone 2143-4444.
Pharmacies Open Today
Malta: 9 a.m.-12.30 p.m. Gozo: 7.30-11 a.m.
Empire Pharmacy, 77, Old Theatre Street, Valletta;
Johnsons Dispensary, 75, Qormi Road, Marsa;
St George`s Pharmacy, 401, Main Street, Qormi;
St Paul`s Pharmacy, Brared Street, Birkirkara;
Tony`s Pharmacy, 100, Stuart Street, Gzira;
Penny Lane Pharmacy, Triq is-Sejjieh, Swieqi;
Victor`s Pharmacy, 9, Tower Road, Sliema;
St Mary Pharmacy, 22B, Antonio Schembri Street, Attard;
Pillbox Pharmacy, 2, Triq il-Bjad, Naxxar;
St Simon Pharmacy, 8, Islets Promenade, Bugibba;
Fleming Pharmacy, 65, Zabbar Road, Paola;
San Filippu Pharmacy, 155, Victory Street, Senglea;
May Day Pharmacy, Victory Street, Zabbar;
John J. Borg Pharmacy, 1, Constitution Street, Zejtun;
Kristianne Pharmacy, P.P. Saydon Street, Zurrieq;
Plaza Pharmacy, 86, Main Street, Zebbug;
Nova Pharmacy, 142, College Street, Rabat;
Tac-Cawla Pharmacy, `Marga`, Dr A. Tabone Street, Victoria, GOZO;
St John`s Pharmacy, 85, Independence Street, Xewkija.