Social and Personal
Births
AZZOPARDI HOLLAND. On September 3, at Capua Palace Hospital, to Marisa née Grech Orr and Mark, God's precious gift of a daughter - MAYA, a welcome sister to Matthew.
CARUANA. On September 2, at Capua Palace Hospital, to Maria née Saliba and Joseph, God's precious gift of a son - MATTHIAS JOSEPH, a welcome brother to Julian. Special thanks to all the dedicated staff.
RWAIMI. On September 4, at Capua Palace Hospital, to Wafa née Tomea and Mustafa, God's precious gift of a son - MUAAD, a welcome brother to Weam, Malek and Malak.
Silver Wedding
Happy 25th wedding anniversary to MARTIN and MARY MUSCAT of Msida. Your son George, his girlfriend Nancy and daughter Janice.
Obituary
ENRIQUEZ. On September 9, at St Luke's Hospital, RITA, widow of Carmelo, aged 82, comforted by the rites of Holy Church. She leaves to mourn her loss her children Paul and his wife Susan, Lino and his wife Phyllis, Anton and his wife Rita, her grandchildren and great-grandson, other relatives and friends.
The funeral leaves St Luke's Hospital today at 2 p.m. for St Paul Shipwrecked parish church, Valletta, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 2.30 p.m., followed by interment in the family grave at the Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery. Lord, grant her eternal rest.
GIGLIO. On September 9, at St Luke's Hospital, ITALO, passed peacefully away, comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his sad loss his sister Bianca Diss, his brother and sister, Edwin and Yvonne of Canada, his nephews and nieces Madeleine, Isabel, Raymond and David and their families, other relatives and friends. May God grant him his peace.
Mass praesente cadavere will be said today at 2.30 p.m. at St Gregory's parish church, Sliema, followed by interment at the Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery. No flowers by request but donations to Dar tal-Providenza, Siggiewi, will be appreciated.
In Memoriam
BONETT - MICHAEL. On the sixth anniversary of his passing away, 10.9.'96. Sadly missed and always remembered by his family. A prayer is solicited.
D'AGATA. In memory of my dear mother CARMELA, today being the 32nd anniversary of her death. Franco.
DEMAJO. Loving memories of YOLANDA, today being the 10th anniversary of her death. Dearly remembered by her sons, daughters and their families, her sisters, nephews, nieces and friends. May the Lord grant her eternal rest.
DEMAJO - YOLANDA. 10 years ago you left us to meet our Lord. You are always in our thoughts, dearest nanna. Jennifer, Paul and family.
GALEA. In loving memory of our father CARMELO who passed away a year ago today. Always remembered by his daughter Rita Sultana, his son Ronald and his wife Maria, his grandchildren Roberta and Mark Muscat, Andreina and Ivan Sammut, Karl and Marisa, Pierre and Erica and his great-grandchildren Kylie and Miguel. Lord, grant him eternal rest.
MILLER - EDWARD. Unfading and treasured memories of a beloved husband, father and grandfather. Sadly missed, especially today the 13th anniversary of his death. Lina, Gerald, Ray and Simone, Sarah and Kate.
MOHNANI - PARPATI. In loving memory of a beloved mother and grandmother, today being the ninth anniversary of her demise. Always loved and sadly missed by her sons, daughters, in-laws and grandchildren. A prayer is kindly solicited.
PORTELLI. In fond remembrance of our dearest JOSEPH, always and especially today, nine years since his passing away. Lovingly remembered by his wife Lucy née Demajo, his children Josette, Joe and Rosalie, in-laws and grandchildren. Merciful Lord, grant him eternal rest.
SULLIVAN - EDWIDGE. In ever loving memory of a dear wife, mother and grandmother on the third anniversary of her demise. Always in our thoughts and prayers. Fondly remembered and sadly missed by her husband Joe, her children Christine, Claire, Pat and their respective families. Masses at St Patrick's church and the Ursuline Crèche chapel, Sliema, will be offered for the repose of her soul. Lord, grant her eternal rest.
Ta' Marija Restaurant
Wednesday night is extravaganza night with excellent Maltese food, folklore dancing and roving guitars and mandolins. Friday night is live party night with vocalist and DJ Keith. Saturday night, live music and dancing with Stringfellas. Sunday family lunch for only Lm5.50 per person. À la carte menu always available. For reservations phone Ta' Marija Restaurant, Mosta, on 21434444.
Prayer Meeting
The Moviment Madonna tal-Konsagrazzjoni is organising a prayer meeting at Girgenti, Siggiewi, on Sunday at 5.30 p.m. Transport leaves Siggiewi Square at 5.15 p.m.
Floriana Council
The office of Floriana council will be open only in the mornings until September 17, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
MPFA Flag Day
The Malta Playing Fields Association raised Lm496.54 during its Flag Day in May.
Local Councils
Today's meetings
2.00 p.m. San Gwann; 4 p.m. Sliema; Lija; and 6.00 p.m. Msida.
Website Redesigned
The Malta College of Arts, Science and Technology has redesigned its website, incorporating all the courses, facilities and services offered by the college.
www.mcast.edu.mt
Hamrun Folkmass Group
The Hamrun Folkmass Group is organising a reunion in the church of Our Lady of Loreto in Gudja on September 22 at 10.30 a.m. followed by lunch.
Further information may be obtained from Ms Marianne Testa on tel. 21 655585 between 4 and 7 p.m.
What's On Today
Exhibitions
In the main hall of St James Cavalier, Valletta, exhibition of bronzes, pastels, drawings and photographs by Bridget McCrum, and, mornings only, exhibition of posters on September 11 - "Headlines of History".
At the Juuls cafe' bar, St Julian's, photographic exhibition "The London Eye: A City Through A Lens" by photographer Alexandra Pace.
At the Russian Centre for Science and Culture, Valletta, exhibition of colour photos of famous Russian people of the 19th and 20th century.