Social and Personal

FARRUGIA. On November 8, at Capua Palace Hospital, to Krista née Degiorgio Aquilina and Josef, God's precious gift of a first-born son - LUCA WILLIAM. Heartfelt thanks go to the doctors, midwives and all the staff at Capua Palace Hospital maternity ward for making the birth of our son and after care in hospital a wonderful experience.

FENECH. On November 10, at Capua Palace Hospital, to Vicky née Micallef Somerville and Edward, God's precious gift of a daughter - JULIA, a most welcome sister to Matthew, Nicola and Andrew. Special thanks to all the staff at Capua Palace Hospital for their support, dedication and excellent service.

NAUDI. On November 10, at Capua Palace Hospital, to Kathleen Mizzi and Antoine, God's precious gift of a first-born daughter - KARLA ANDREA. Special thanks to the consultant and to the dedicated staff at Capua Palace Hospital.

Requiem Masses

On the initiative of the Council of the Anglo Maltese League, a Mass for the repose of the souls of deceased members will be said tomorrow at 6 p.m. at St James church, Merchants Street (corner with Melita Street), Valletta. Members and relatives are requested to attend.

A Mass for the repose of the souls of parishioners who died during the past twelve months is being said tomorrow at 6.30 p.m. at Stella Maris parish church, Sliema. All relatives and friends are invited to attend and pray for the dearly departed.

In Memoriam

ABEL - MARTIN. Six years on, we still cherish your silent presence within our hearts, your love and protection always at our side. Marie and Jonathan.

BONELLO. Treasured and loving memories of ANNIE on the eighth anniversary of her death. Her children and their families.

CAMILLERI. In loving memory of ANTHONY, today the 22nd anniversary of his passing away. Fondly remembered by his wife Rita, his children, in-laws and grandchildren. A Mass for the repose of his soul will be said tomorrow at 7.30 p.m. at the Sagramentini chapel, Valletta. O Lord, grant him eternal rest.

CAMILLERI. Precious and unfading memories of ANTHONY, today being the 12th anniversary of his demise.
No one knows how much
I miss you
No one knows that bitter pain
I've suffered since I lost you.
Fondly remembered by your sister Odette.

CESAREO. In loving memory of our dear father TANCRED on the 44th anniversary of his demise. Fondly remembered by his daughters and sons. Lord, grant him eternal rest.

COPPINI - JOSEPH. Special, loving thoughts of a dear father and grandfather on the 21st anniversary of his death. Always remembered by his children Anthese, Carmen, Marcelle, Dorienn, Joseph and Raymond, in-laws and grandchildren.

ELLUL - VITTORIO. In loving memory of a dear father and grandfather who died in Rome 35 years ago today. Marie and grandchildren.

FENECH. In loving memory of our dear mother MARY, today her sixth anniversary. Sadly missed by her children and grandchildren. Lord, grant her eternal rest. Always in our thoughts.

GALEA - GLORIA née Gulia. In loving memory of our dear sister on her third anniversary. Antoinette, John, Simone and Walter.

GALEA - GLORIA née Gulia. On the third anniversary of the demise of a beloved wife and mother.
The cherished memory of you
Revives in us all
An example of Christian fortitude
In the merciful Lord.
Michael, Christopher and Peter.

RANDON - EVY. Remembering with love our dearest mother today and always. Myriam and Gaby.

WILSON - ROSALEEN. On the first anniversary of her death. Remembered with love by her children Roger, Frances and Duncan, in-laws and grandchildren. The 6.45 p.m. Mass at Our Lady of Good Counsel parish church, Paceville, will be offered for the repose of her soul.

ZAMMIT - VICTORIA. Treasured memories of a dear mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, today the first anniversary of her death. Fondly remembered by Rita, Sister Gisa of the Society of the Sacred Heart, Leonard and Tonia, Mario and Mary Rose, Josette and Charles, her brother, nephews, nieces and grandchildren, other relatives and friends. A Mass for the repose of her soul will be said at the Convent of the Sacred Heart, St Julian's, next Friday at 6.30 p.m.

Sidonia Enterprises Ltd

Christmas shutdown. Last trading day Tuesday, December 17, 2002, re-open, Thursday, January 2, 2003.

Mellieha Holiday Centre

Open for Sunday lunch for continental and Chinese buffet. Also dinner daily. Phone 21573980, 21335800.

Oriental Canteen By Dynasty

By request now open Saturday and Sunday for lunch. Special set menu daily, Lm5 for two persons. Enquiries phone 21220176/21335800.

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 Keith Camilleri, Malta Song for Europe contestant. 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.

Association Offices

The Malta Bankers' Association will start operating from its new offices in San Gwann as from Monday. The new contact details are: Malta Bankers' Association, St Julian's Road, San Gwann SGN 08, tel. 21 377 336 or 21 377 338, fax 21 377 342.

Evening of Prayer

The International Movement of Prayer Blessed Pope John XXIII is holding an evening of prayer for Peace and New Evangelisation of the World in the church of Our Lady of Lourdes, Floriana, today at 5.30 p.m., and not at 6.30 p.m. as originally announced.

Mission Funs Mass

A Mass for the repose of the souls of late benefactors of the Mission Fund is being celebrated in Our Lady of Lourdes chapel, Floriana, on November 29 at 6.30 p.m. All names will be offered on the altar and special prayers will be said.

Farsons' donation

Farsons Group chief executive Louis Farrugia recently made a donation to the director of Church Homes, Fr Victor Zammit McKeon, representing money raised during Kinnie's 50th Anniversary celebrations.

Gospel Celebration

Evangelist Reinhard Bonnke will be the main speaker during a Gospel celebration at the Corradino Sports Pavilion on Friday, Saturday and Sunday, at 7.30 p.m.

Water Cuts

The water supply will be interrupted in Paceville, parts of St Julian's near Spinola and The Gardens today and tomorrow because of maintenance works, the Water Services Corporation said.

Local Councils

Today's meetings
3.30 p.m. Balzan.
7.00 p.m. Ta' Xbiex.

What's On Today

Concerts
7.30 p.m. at the Manoel
Theatre, Valletta, jazz jam session organised by Theatre Traffic cultural group.

Films
6.30 p.m. at the Alliance Francaise, Floriana, Les Amants du Pont-Neuf.

Lecture
7 p.m. at the Malta Council for Science and Technology hall in Bighi, public lecture on the discovery of the planet Neptune.

Exhibitions
9 a.m. to 4.30 p.m. at the Mdina Cathedral Museum, exhibition of documents and designs marking the 300th anniversary of the consecration of the cathedral in Mdina.
9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Corte Capitanale, Mdina, exhibition of recent paintings by Lawrence Buttigieg.
9 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the Mediterranean Conference Centre, Valletta, art exhibition by Carmel Bonello.
9.30 a.m. to 6.30 p.m. at the Chamber of Commerce in Valletta, exhibition of pen and ink gouaches by Kenneth Zammit Tabona.
10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Manoel Theatre courtyard, exhibition of works by Stephen Saliba.
4 to 7 p.m. at Pergola Club Hotel, Adenauer Street, Mellieha, art exhibition in aid of Razzett tal-Hbiberija.
5 to 8.30 p.m. at La Vittoria Band Club, Mellieha, exhibition by Gorg Fenech and Carmel Bonello.
At National Museum of Fine Arts, Valletta, member artists' exhibition as part of Malta Society of Arts, Manufactures and Commerce anniversary.
At Archaeology Museum, Valletta, exhibition on "Lost Arts of the Ancient Goldsmiths".
At the Russian Centre for Science and Culture, Valletta, special exhibition of colour photos and documents dedicated to the anniversary of the Russian Ministry for Foreign Affairs.
At Big Blue Restaurant, Crowne Plaza Hotel, Sliema, exhibition by French artist Ran Gazit.
At Cleland and Souchet, Portomaso, exhibition of oil paintings by Nickie Sultana.
At St James Cavalier, exhibition by contemporary artists to mark the 150th anniversary of the Malta Society of Arts, Manufactures and Commerce.
At National Labour Centre, Hamrun, exhibition of paintings by Alex Dalli.
At Bank of Valletta head office foyer, Sliema, retrospective exhibition of works by Pawl Carbonaro.