Social and Personal

BORG. On November 22, at St Luke's Hospital, ELISABETH (Lisa), aged 63, passed peacefully away comforted by the rites of Holy Church. She leaves to mourn her great loss her most beloved twin sister Carmen, cousins, relatives and her many friends. - R.I.P.
The funeral leaves St Luke's Hospital tomorrow at 7.30 a.m. for St Julians parish church where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 8.15 a.m., followed by interment at the Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery. No flowers by request but donations to Dar tal-Providenza, Siggiewi, will be appreciated.

GALEA. On November 21, JOSEPH (ex-Headmaster, Fellenberg), aged 63, comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his sad loss his beloved wife Josette née Farrugia, his loving son Robert, his brothers Michael and Theresin, Paul and Carmen, his sister Grace, widow of Adam Bartolo, his in-laws Professor Charles Farrugia and Doris, Marlene and Charles Azzopardi, Salvino and Tanya Farrugia, Joan, widow of Michel Peyre, his nephews and nieces, other relatives and many friends.
The funeral leaves St Luke's Hospital today at 2 p.m. for St Paul's Collegiate church, Rabat, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said, followed by interment at the Santa Margherita Cemetery, Rabat. No flowers by request but donations to Dar tal-Providenza, Siggiewi, will be greatly appreciated. The family regret they are unable to receive visitors. Lord grant him eternal rest.

In Memoriam

ABELA - PAUL. On the 21st anniversary of his death. Remembered with love always. His daughter Sonia and family.

AGIUS MUSCAT. Treasured memories of a dear mother, VINCENZA, on the fourth anniversary of her meeting with the Risen Lord. Her family, relatives and friends. Lord grant her eternal rest.

ATTARD - WILFRID G. On the fifth anniversary of his death. Always in our thoughts and prayers. His family.

DEBONO - SALVINO. In loving memory of our dear father on the 26th anniversary of his death. Always in our thoughts and prayers. Sadly missed by all the family. A prayer is solicited.

DESIRA - CONCETTA née Gravino. In loving memory of a dear mother, grandmother and great-grandmother who passed away 14 years ago today aged 90. Always in our thoughts and prayers. Antonio, Maria, Carmel sive Lino, Edwidge, Blanche, Joan and family.

FLYNN. In memory of MARY who died 15 years ago. Fondly remembered by Francis and Marthese, Maureen and Rosemarie and her grandchildren.

HERO. In loving memory of VJENCESLAV, today the 10th anniversary of his death. Lucia, Marco and Roberto and their families.

MALLIA - JOSEPH. In loving memory of a dear husband, father and grandfather, today the 21st anniversary of his demise. Always in our thoughts and prayers. His loving wife Mary, his children, in-laws and grandchildren. Lord grant him eternal rest.

Personal

A. Tabone thanks Our Lord Jesus of the Divine Mercy for great favours received through the intercession of the Blessed Virgin Mary, St Joseph, St Padre Pio, St Theresa, St Rita, St Anthony, Blessed Mother Teresa, the Venerable Fr Doyle and Bishop Emmanuel Galea, and Pope John Paul II.

Talk On Maltese

A public talk on The Making Of The Maltese Language will be organised by Wirt Ghawdex at the hall of the Ministry for Gozo, San Frangisk Square, Victoria, tomorrow at 6.30 p.m.

The lecture will be delivered by Joe Zammit-Ciantar, lecturer of Maltese at the University of Malta Junior College. He will be giving a short history of Maltese as well as giving a general idea of the political, historical and linguistic background.

The talk will be given in English and is open to members of Wirt Ghawdex and the public as well as to students who are preparing to sit for their Intermediate and Advanced levels with the University of Malta.

Further information on 7956 1947 or wirtghaw@di-ve.com.

Talk On The Mind

A public talk delivered by Kris Attard entitled Discover The Magic Of Your Mind will take place at Shamrock House in Dingli Street, Sliema on November 30 at 7.30 p.m.

The talk will deal with developing the intuitive and creative faculties of the mind in order to expand potential and open new possibilities in life. It will also serve as an introduction to Mindscape, an experiential weekend workshop which is due to be held on December 2 and 3. Further information can be obtained by calling 2137 2681 or on 9944 4106 or by visiting www.awarenessworkshops.com.

Although entrance to the talk is free, it is recommended that reservations be made.

Cereal Promotion

Those who buy any two cereal packs from the Kellogg's All-Bran range will receive a free 2007 diary from the customer care desks or cash points in supermarkets.

The diary is available in four colours and includes 12 monthly recipes for meals that incorporate the All-Bran range.

Health experts advise that we eat 25g of fibre a day. One bowl of Kellogg's All Bran provides 11g.

Kellogg's All-Bran Chocolate can be sampled at the Park Towers supermarket, in Sta Venera, at weekends.

University Route Bus

A new bus route service bearing number 162 is to operate from the University to Gzira, Savoy, Dingli Street, Balluta, St Julians and Paceville at 5.15 p.m. daily.

This service is being temporarily run for a period of three months which may be extended depending on demand.

To accommodate patrons, bus route number 667 from St Andrews will leave at 7.25 a.m.

Christmas Bazaar

The International Wives Association will hold its Christmas Bazaar on Wednesday at Dar L-Emigrant, Valletta from 9.30 a.m.

Flute And Guitar Recital

French flautist Philippe Bernold will join forces with guitarist Simon Schembri for a recital at the Manoel Theatre, in Valletta, on Monday at 8 p.m.

Their recital will consist of works by Mauro Giuliani - Grande Sonate, Franz Schubert - Sonate Arpeggione and Astor Piazzolla - Two Tangos and Histoire Du Tango.

This is not the first time that Bernold and Schembri have performed as a duo in Malta.

Mr Bernold performs as soloist as well as chamber musician with internationally renowned artists.

Mr Schembri is based in France and tours regularly.

Reservations for the recital may be made at the Manoel Theatre booking office on 2124 6389 or e-mail bookings@teatrumanoel.com.mt.

Christmas Bazaar

A Christmas bazaar in aid of the Christ the King parish church, in Paola, will be held by its fund raising committee at the parish hall from December 2 to 10.

The bazaar will be open from 9 a.m. to noon and from 4 to 8 p.m. daily.

Various items including books, toys, carpets, household goods, plants, Christmas lights and decorations will be on sale.

Everybody is invited to attend.

Power Cuts

The electricity supply will be suspended in Sliema today, between 8 a.m. and noon, in parts of Gafar, Camenzuli, San Karlu, Sant Anglu and L-Arkata streets and in Mosta, between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m., in Il-Wied, Frangisk Mangion, Il-Leggenda, Sir Arthur Burton, Nikol Muscat, Filippo Apap Bologna, Il-Ballut, Iz-Znuber and L-Gharghar streets and in parts of Il-Kostituzzjoni and L-Inkurunazzjoni streets.

Eucharistic Celebration

A eucharistic celebration will be held by the diocesan committee of Our Lady of Fatima at the Home for the Clergy, Anglu Grima Street, Fleur-de-Lys, Birkirkara on December 2 at 4 p.m.

Holy rosary will be recited after Mass in the presence of the Holy Eucharist exposed on the altar.

Everybody is invited to attend.

Car Missing

A white coloured Opel Astra with licence number CAC 798 was reported missing from Naxxar on Tuesday.

Anyone knowing its whereabouts is kindly asked to inform the nearest police station or contact Laferla Insurance on 2123 0525 or the owner on 7947 1142.

Bracelet Lost

A gold bracelet was lost in the area between the Surfside and the Fortizza, in Sliema, on Tuesday evening. The finder can contact the owner on 9942 8895.

What's On Today

Exhibitions
At Carafa Stores, Cottonera Waterfront, original drawings by children from 191 UN countries.

At the Russian Centre for Science and Culture, 36, Merchants Street, Valletta, a display of Russian icons entitled Simboli Tas-Santa Russja.

At Artitude Gallery, Tigné Street, Sliema, paintings by Olaug Vethal and Christine X.

At Heritage Malta's head office, Merchants Street, Valletta, 60 sculptures in terracotta, Maltese stone and wood by Ganni Pace.

At Heritage Malta's Gozo area office, The Citadel, Victoria, paintings and drawings by Joseph Briffa.

At the Main Hall, St James Cavalier Centre for Creativity, Valletta, abstract paintings by Christopher Saliba.

At the Malta Aviation Museum, Ta' Qali, abstract aerial images by www.airphoto.com.mt.

At Razzett Tal-Markiz, Wied Il-Ghasel Street, Mosta, paintings by Corrado Iozia.

At Sopo's Central Coffee House, Independence Square, Victoria, works by European artists featuring batik, icons, paintings and watercolours.

At the Upper Galleries at St James Cavalier, Valletta, abstract works by Richard Saliba.