Social and Personal

BORG. On May 4, MICHAEL A., aged 79, went to his true home, where the Lord will wipe away our every tear. He leaves to mourn his loss his beloved wife Maphine née Storace Rutter and the children of his late wife Josephine née Muscat, Albert and his wife Marguerite, their children Martha and Samuel, Louis and his wife Annette, their children Thomas, Bernd and Michael, Adrian and his wife Carmen, their children Jessica, Anthony and Gabriel, Mary Anne and her son Wayne, his in-laws, other relatives and friends.
The Sacrament of Mass will be offered today at the Immaculate Conception parish church, Ta' l-Ibrag, Swieqi, at 2.30 p.m. followed by interment at the Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery. The family regret they are unable to receive visitors. Donations to Dar tal-Providenza will be greatly appreciated. The family wish to express their heart felt gratitude for all the care and dedication of the staff at the ITU Department, St Luke's Hospital.

FARRUGIA - MARY née Galea of Sliema, widow of Joseph, aged 90, comforted by the rites of Holy Church. She leaves to mourn her irreparable loss her daughter Josette, her son Patrick and his wife Miriam, Brigid and her only grandson Kurt, her brothers John and his wife Rae of Florida, USA, Frank and his wife Josephine, Carmelo Mifsud, widower of her sister Josephine, in-laws, nephews, nieces, other relatives and friends. - R.I.P.
The funeral leaves her residence tomorrow for St Gregory's parish church, Sliema, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 8.45 a.m., followed by interment in the family vault at the Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery. No flowers by request but donations to Dar tal-Providenza, Siggiewi, will be appreciated. The family regret they are unable to receive visitors.

FERRO. On May 3, at St Luke's Hospital, FORTUNATO of Paola, aged 69, passed peacefully away comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his loss his wife Theresa, his children Anita and her husband Arthur, Yvette and her husband Raymond, his grandchildren Jessica, Alison, Anthea, Juan, Michela, other relatives and friends, including the committee and members of the Societa Filarmonica De Paule, Band Kristu Re, Paola. - R.I.P.
The funeral leaves St Luke's Hospital today at 1.45 p.m. for Christ the King parish church, Paola, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 2.15 p.m., followed by interment at the Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery. The De Paule Band will accompany the funeral.

GRIXTI. On May 3, JOSEPH, aged 69, passed peacefully away comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his loss his wife Connie, his children Ruth and boyfriend Graham, Duncan and his wife Odette, his granddaughter Riona, in-laws and their families, his aunt and cousins, other relatives and friends.
The funeral leaves St Luke's Hospital tomorrow at 12.45 p.m. for St Paul's church, Birkirkara from where the funeral will proceed to St Helen's Basilica where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 2 p.m. followed by interment at the Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery. Grateful thanks to the staff at S3, St Luke's Hospital, who were of great support. May the Lord grant him eternal rest.

TESTA. On May 2, ALFRED VINCENT, formerly of Valletta, aged 73, passed peacefully away comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his loss his beloved wife Grace née Cachia, his brother-in-law Michael Grech, his wife's brothers and sisters and their respective families, his nephews, nieces, relatives and friends. - R.I.P.
The funeral leaves St Luke's Hospital today at 1.30 p.m. for St Peter's parish church, Birzebbuga, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 2 p.m., followed by interment at the Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery. No flowers by request but donations to Villa Mgr Gonzi, Siggiewi, will be appreciated.

In Memoriam

AMATO. In loving memory of VINCENZA, a loving mother. Always remembered by Iro and John.

BALZAN. In ever loving memory of our dearest father JOSEPH, today the 25th anniversary of his death. Fondly remembered by his family.

BALZAN - JOSEPH. In ever loving memory of a beloved father and grandfather on the 25th anniversary of his demise. Always in our thoughts and prayers. Frank, Beatrice, Keith, Janice and Kurt. A prayer is solicited.

BORG ST. JOHN - CLIFFORD. In loving memory of a dear son and brother on the 27th anniversary of his demise. Lovingly remembered in our thoughts and prayers. Mum, brother and sisters and in-laws.

ELLUL - TONY. In everlasting memory of a beloved brother who died tragically while underwater fishing at Ghar Lapsi 47 years ago today. Marie.

SATARIANO. In memory of a very dear friend, CARMELO, today his 11th anniversary. Godwin.

SAVONA. Unfading, loving memories of a dear father, CARMELO, who passed away to eternal life 47 years ago.
Your place no one can fill
My love and prayers
Are all I can give,
These you shall have
As long as I live.
Lord grant him eternal rest. Daughter Audrey (Oda).

SCEBERRAS TRIGONA - Notary Dr ALEX SCEBERRAS TRIGONA. In loving memory of Alex, a beloved and dedicated husband, father and grandfather, today the sixth anniversary of his death. Sadly missed and always remembered with love and gratitude by his wife Connie, his son Alex and his wife Johanna, his daughter Anna and his grand-daughters Alexia and Angela.

VASSALLO - THÉRÈSE née Mallia. 20 years have gone by since we said goodbye but the beautiful memories live on in the hearts of your husband Edwin, your daughters Lydia, wife of Paul Attard Montalto, and Rosemary, wife of Harry Cachia, your nine grandchildren and their families. Rest in peace.

VELLA - JOSEPH E. In ever loving memory of a beloved husband and father on the first anniversary of his demise. Sadly missed and forever treasured by his wife Tessie and children. Tomorrow's 6.30 p.m. Mass at Balzan parish church will be offered for the repose of his soul.

Medical Hypnosis Meeting

The German Society of Medical and Dental Hypnosis recently held its 14th meeting in Malta at Barceló Riviera Resort & Spa, Marfa.

Since 1993 a group of medical and dental doctors specialising in hypnosis have held their annual European meeting in Malta, formerly using the L-Imgarr Hotel in Gozo.

School Musical

Students at St Monica School in Gzira will present the musical The Wiz at the school today and tomorrow at 6.30 p.m.

The Wiz is the Super Soul Musical by Charlie Smalls, guaranteed to be a very enjoyable experience.

Tickets for the performance cost only Lm1 and may be bought from the school between 8 a.m. and 3 p.m. or booked on 2134 0127.

Innovative Teachers

More than 70 teachers from across Europe convened in Estonia last month to share ideas, methods and tools that can help educators stay ahead in societies that are being increasingly shaped by new technology.

Malta was represented by Joseph Vella, Godwin Zammit and Emmanuel Zammit from the Education Division and Joanna Azzopardi from the Ministry of Industry, Investment and Information Technology.

The forum featured presentations on recent education-related research in Europe and provided opportunities for networking and sharing best practices.

The event concluded with the Innovative Teacher 2006 Awards given to six teachers who presented the most exceptional cases of innovation in the classroom.

Additional information on Microsoft's Partners in Learning can be found at http://www.microsoft.com/education/partners-inlearning.aspx.

Band Club's Exhibition

The La Vittoria Band Club of Mellieha will hold a contemporary sculpture and painting exhibition at the 8th September Hall of the club from May 13 to 28 as part of a programme of activities to commemorate the 100 years since the formation of the club in 1907.

The motto for these celebrations is Hundred Years Young (Mitt Sena Zaghzugha).

The exhibition is a collective effort by the two young artists Antoine Farrugia and Wojtek Brockdorff. It will open from Monday to Saturday from 6 to 9 p.m. and on Sunday from 9 a.m. to noon and 5 to 9 p.m.

Band Concert

The culture commission of the Fra Antoine de Paule Philharmonic Society of Paola will present a concert by the Christ the King Band at the society's hall in Antoine de Paule Square, Paola on May 14 at 7.30 p.m. on the occasion of Mother's Day.

The band will be under the direction of Archibald Mizzi and will render works by Willy Hauvast, Dizzy Stratford, Rocco Cristiano, Richard Rodgers, Johann Strauss, Sebastian Yradier, Jacob de Haan and C.S. Bixio.

Singers Marvi Monreal and Analise Busuttil Azzopardi will take part in the concert. Entrance is free.

Power Cuts

The electricity supply will be suspended today as follows: Qormi, between 8 a.m. and 3 p.m., in Iz-Zebbug, Il-Granmastru, Il-Kus, It-Tin, Hal-Luqa, Manwel Dimech, Ic-Cawsli, L-Imdina, San Edwardu, Anton Muscat Fenech, Il-Gdida, St Bartolomew, Guzè Duca and Zinzell streets, Narbona and Iz-Zebbug squares and De La Cruz government flats; Buskett Gardens, Rabat, between 8 a.m. and 2.30 p.m., in L-Imnarja Street and parts of Il-Lhudi Alley; St Julians, between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m., in Gort, Ball and Dobbie streets, and parts of San Gorg and Il-Knisja streets; Luqa, between 7.30 a.m. and 4 p.m., in Mikiel Ang. Sapiano, Tarxien, G. Saliba, Il-Gudja, Kanonku Gwann Borg, G. Penza, San Guzepp, Santa Marija, Sebastian Saliba, L-Apparell, Ganni Vassallo, Giovanni Bonavia, Hal Saflieni, Patri Indri Schembri and L-Arluggar streets, parts of Kunsill Ta' l-Ewropa, New, Parish, San Gorg and Wilga streets, Wied Betti and Ix-Xatra alleys and Iz-Zghazagh Square.

Air Malta Head Office

The entrance to Air Malta's head office will be temporarily moved as from tomorrow in view of the road works underway at Civil Aviation Avenue, in Luqa.

Access will be from the Armed Forces of Malta's head offices in Luqa situated next to the old airport terminal. This arrangement will be in place until works are completed in front of the airline's offices.

The public is encouraged to follow the signs. ID cards must be shown at the Armed Forces gate at all times.

Air Malta said it regrets any inconvenience caused to its clients due to circumstances beyond its control.

Scale Models

The Society For Scale Modellers, a member of The International Plastic Modelling Society in the United Kingdom, will hold its annual exhibition at Vault 14, Valletta Waterfront, Pinto Wharf, between May 13 and May 20 from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. and May 21 until 4 p.m.

The exhibition will include scale models of aircraft, ships, cars, motorcycles, armoured fighting vehicles and figurines among others. There will also be a flying display at the Hal Far Flying Models Club.

Everyone is invited.

What's On Today

Theatre
8 p.m. at the MITP theatre, St Christopher Street, Valletta, Weeds, a play with the participation of Magda Van Kuilenburg, Simone Spiteri, Franica Pulis, Annabelle Galea, Kristjana Casha and musicians Tim Ellis, Michael Galea and Neville Zammit. Tickets from St James Cavalier are available by phoning 2122 3216.

Exhibitions
9 a.m. to 5 p.m., at Gallery G, 4 Sir Ugo Mifsud Bonnici Street, Lija, decorative art and pieces of furniture by Derek R. Roberts.

6 to 8 p.m., at St Anne and St Jacob Centre, Marsascala, photos related to the ambiance in Marsascala and the surrounding area.

At Heritage Malta, Old University Building, Merchants Street, Valletta, paintings by Matthew Kassar.

At the Italian Cultural Institute, Palace Square, Valletta, in collaboration with MCAST Malta, Sessant'Anni Di Grafica Italiana by the Fondazione Sartirana Arte-Pavia.

At the Loggia, Manoel Theatre, Valletta, paintings by 18 students of art who are being tutored by Matthew Cassar.