Announcements

FORMOSA. On June 19, at Casa Antonia Residence, Balzan, JOSEPHINE, née Spiteri, of Sliema, aged 94, passed away peacefully comforted by the rites of Holy Church. She leaves to mourn her loss her children Rosemarie, Albert, Patricia and John, their respective spouses, grandchildren and great-grandchildren, their respective families, nephews and nieces, other relatives and friends. Eternal rest grant unto her, O Lord. Amen.

In Memoriam

CIAPPARA - JOSEPH M. In loving memory of my dear husband, today the 10th anniversary of his passing away to a better life. Always fondly remembered by his loving wife Ina.
The tide recedes
But leaves behind
Bright seashells
On the sand.
The sun goes down
But gentle warmth
Still lingers
On the land.
The music stops
And yet it echoes on
In sweet refrains
For every joy that passes,
Something beautiful remains.

Those who live in the Lord never see each other for the last time, and until we meet again, dear Joe, may God hold you in the hollow of His hand. Lord, grant him eternal rest.

CIAPPARA - JOSEPH M. In loving memory of a beloved father and grandfather on the 10th anniversary of his passing away to eternal life. Sadly missed and never forgotten. You are always in our thoughts and prayers. Teresa, Martin, Jennifer and Michelle.

FAVA. Cherished memories of our beloved JULIET, today the third anniversary of her passing away to a better life. Forever in our hearts and prayers. Her mum Lina, brother David, relatives and friends. "To live in the hearts we leave behind is not to die".

GALEA. Treasured memories of our dear JAMES, today being the third anniversary of his demise. Deeply missed by his sister Mary Victoria, family and friends, Christine, Ronnie, Andre, Claude and Bernard Vella. Lord, grant him eternal rest.

GALEA - LINA. Sadly missed and lovingly remembered particularly on the second anniversary of her demise. Tomorrow's noon Mass at the Salesian Oratory, Sliema, will be said for the repose of her soul. Always in my thoughts and prayers. Her devoted niece Rosette.

MALLIA - VIOLET. Cherished and loving memories of Zia Violet. Always in our thoughts and prayers. Marlene, Maryrose and Frederick and all the family.

MICALLEF-EYNAUD. Treasured memories of JIMMY, a beloved husband, father and grandfather, on the third anniversary of his demise. His wife Ellen, his four daughters and their families.

PISANI - CONNIE, née Bencini. In ever loving memory of a dear mother and grandmother on the 18th anniversary of her death. Fondly remembered and sadly missed. Pamela and Sandro, Geoffrey and Mariella, Sean, Nikolai, Krista and Berta. Rest in peace.

SCICLUNA - CHARLES. In ever loving memory of a much loved husband called by the Lord a year ago today. Rosemarie.

ZAMMIT. Remembering our Dear HEIDI with love and gratitude. Temi, Fiona, Melo, Annabel, Peter and Mark.

Traditional pageantry

The traditional announcement of the Imnarja equine races, traditionally known as bandu, will be held today at 7 p.m. in Rabat.

The defilé of horses, ponies and donkeys, led by the Attard scout group, will start at 7 p.m. from the Mdina local council offices.

It will proceed through St Paul's Square, through Greek Gate and along Main Street, turn into Victory Street and stop at St Katald chapel, where the decree will be read out. It will then carry on towards the shrine of St Paul in Saqqajja Square, where the banners will be blessed.

Bonsai exhibition

The Bonsai Culture Group will be holding an exhibition today and tomorrow at the hall beneath St Publius church in Floriana.

Salvatore Liporace, an Italian bonsai master, will judge the trees and give demonstrations. Visitors will be able to see his unorthodox method of shaping otherwise uninteresting trees into bonsai masterpieces.

Today, the exhibition is open from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and from 4 to 8 p.m. and tomorrow from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and from 4 to 8 p.m. Entrance is free.

Cultural outing

The St Paul's Bay council will be holding a cultural outing to the Imnarja feast in Nadur on June 28. Attendance costs €4.50 for residents and €7 for non-residents. For bookings and information visit the council's office.

Bus lottery winners

The winners of the Board the Bus and Win Lottery, organised by the Malta Transport Authority, are Alfred Harrison, Carmel Cordina and Mario Calleja, who won €698.80, €349. 40 and €116. 46 respectively.

Cultural walks

Two cultural walks in aid of Mater Dei Hospital's Fairyland Ward will be held tomorrow and led by John Michael Mizzi, an experienced guide, at 5 a.m. and 5 p.m. in Qala and Gharb.

For information, contact Mr Mizzi on 7955 0846 or mail@johnmizzi.com.