Announcements

STIVALA. On November 2, at Mater Dei Hospital, MARIANNE of Sta Luċija, aged 50, passed away peacefully, comforted by the rites of Holy Church. She leaves to mourn her loss her husband Joe, her son Steven and his girlfriend Maressa, her mother Carrie, her father Freddie, her sister Irene and her husband Joe, her brothers David and his wife Rose, Michael and his wife Christine, her sister Doreen and her husband Conrad, nephews and nieces, relatives and friends. The funeral leaves Mater Dei Hospital today at 2.30 p.m. for Sta Luċija parish church where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 3 p.m., followed by interment in the family grave at Safi cemetery. No flowers by request but donations to Dar tal-Providenza, Siġġiewi, will be greatly appreciated. The family regret they are unable to receive visitors. Lord, grant her eternal rest.

In memoriam

ASCIAK – TERESA. In memory of a beloved mother on the 53rd anniversary of her passing away. Always in our thoughts and prayers. Joseph, Mary, Agnes, Albert and Bernadette. Lord, grant her eternal rest.

BORG – MARIANNA. In loving memory of a dear wife, mother and grandmother, today the first anniversary of her demise. Forever remembered with love by her husband Francis Xavier, her children Godwin and his wife Marthese, Monica and her husband Godwin, Dr Eileen and Odette, and her grandchildren Alberta, Analisa, Stephen and Cristina, her sister Antoinette, relatives and friends. Forever in our thoughts and prayers.

GAUCI MAISTRE. In loving memory of WINNIE, today being the 19th anniversary of her death. Fondly remembered by her children, in-laws and grandchildren. Lord, grant her eternal rest.

MARSON – GLADYS. In tender memory of a dearly beloved sister on the 15th anniversary of her death. Ever fondly remembered. Lina, Eric.

Stolen

Grey Toyota Tercel, JOS 579, from Paola. If seen, please contact Paola police station or phone 9989 1173.

Red Skoda Felicia, FAJ 475, from Mrieħel. If seen, please contact Qormi police station or phone 7925 9728.

Award for voluntary work

The life of St Nicholas from Tolentino, who gained a reputation as a preacher and confessor, is being re-enacted on Saturday at St Nicholas Hall, Lampuka Street, Tarxien, at 7.30 p.m.

Dame Ruth Sammut Casingena and her studio will take part in the play together with the San Damjan Choir, directed by James Perry and Therese Vella. The script is by Marlon Chircop.

The Augustinian Friars of Tarxien will be hosting their national annual award, Premju San Nikola minn Tolentino. The award shows appreciation and promotes people who give their time and service on a voluntary basis to the community, to an organisation or to a philanthropic cause. Besides a trophy, the winner will receive a €500 gift, which will be handed over to the organisation he or she represents.

Entrance is free. More information can be obtained from www.augtarxien.org or by calling the Augustinian Friars on 2182 8017. Helpers for wheelchair users will be available.

Computer technician course

The Kalkara council is organising two courses leading to CompTIA A+ and the CompTIA Network + respectively. The computer technician course (CompTIA A+) will start in mid-November. Interested parties should contact the council’s offices either in person at 1, Binja tas-Salvatur, Triq Luigi Pisani, Kalkara, via [email protected] or by calling 2166 5500.

Sliema bazaar

A bazaar in aid of Our Lady of the Sacred Heart of Jesus in Sliema will be held between Friday and Sunday from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. near the Padova Hall, close to the Sacro Cuor parish church.

Power cuts

There will be power cuts tomorrow as follows:

From 8 a.m. to noon in Ħaddied, Snajja and part of Kummerċ streets in Qormi.

From 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. in Erba’ Mwieżeb and Żernieq streets and the lower part of Ċensu Tanti Street in St Paul’s Bay.

From 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. in F. Buhagiar, Indrì Calleja, Anġlu Mallia, Toni Wiżżini and parts of Mgr Alfred Mifsud, Karmnu, Kan Karm Pirotta, Ignazio Savero Mifsud, Ganu, Gori Mancini and Fuħħarin streets in Birkirkara.

From 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. in Għar il-Ġobo, Antonio Galea and parts of Tumas Fenech and Dun Karm streets in Birkirkara.

From 8.30 a.m. to 2.30 p.m. in Andar, Kaċċaturi, Onice, Sagħtrija, Skapuċċina and St Michael streets and the area in Żebbuġ.

From 8.30 a.m. to 3 p.m. in Torri tal-Kaptan, Sir H. Luke and parts of St Mary, Torri Gauci, V. Boron, F.W. Ryan and St Publius streets in Naxxar.

Martial arts film

The Malta-China Friendship Society will be screening a film on martial arts, which dramatises the life story of Ip Man, wushu teacher who was Bruce Lee’s mentor. He was born in 1893 and died in 1972.

The film will be screened on November 26 at 7 p.m. at the Chinese Cultural Centre, Valletta. Those interested in viewing the film can inform the administrative secretary, Doreen Sammut, by telephone or SMS on 9948 7218 or via e-mail at [email protected].

Naxxar bazaar

There will be a bazaar at the Sgħajtar pastoral centre, Naxxar, tomorrow and Friday between 4 and 7.30 p.m. and on Saturday between 9 a.m. and noon and 4 to 8 p.m.