Social and Personal

BARTOLI. On September 18, at Pax et Bonum, GUZEPPA of Rabat, widow of Emanuel, aged 85, passed peacefully away, comforted by the rites of Holy Church. She leaves to mourn her loss her children Louis and his wife Cecilia, Marlene, Freny and her husband Joseph Portelli and Tonio and his wife Carmen, her grandchildren and great-grandchild, brother and sisters, other relatives and friends. - R.I.P.
The funeral leaves St Luke's Hospital today at 2 p.m. for St Dominic's church, Rabat, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 2.30 p.m., followed by interment at the Santa Margherita Cemetery, Rabat. No flowers by request but donations to Dar tal-Providenza, Siggiewi, will be appreciated.

BORG. On September 17, at St Luke's Hospital, VINCENT of Birkirkara, aged 85, comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his loss his wife Helen, his children Carmelo and his wife Tessie, Sr Mary of the Franciscan Sisters of the Heart of Jesus, Joe (ex-cashier, Law Courts) and his wife Doris, Connie and her husband Emanuel, Luckie and her husband Paul, Pauline and her husband Charlie, Twanny and his wife Miriam, his sisters Carmela, Julia, Agnes, Helen and her husband Carmel, Theresa and her husband Reno, his brother Joseph and his wife Spiridiona, grandchildren, other relatives and friends. - R.I.P.
The funeral leave St Luke's Hospital today at 2 p.m. for St Helen's Basilica, Birkirkara, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 2.30 p.m., followed by interment in the family vault at the Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery. No flowers by request but donations to Fra Diegu Home, Hamrun, would be appreciated. The family regret they are unable to receive visitors.

In Memoriam

BONNICI - RICHARD. In loving memory, on the 22nd anniversary of his tragic death in Lyon, France.
There is always a face before me
A voice I would like to hear
A smile I will always remember
Of a son I loved so dear.
Your beloved mother Frances, brothers and sisters-in-law, nephews and nieces.

BONNICI - RICHARD. In loving memory of a dear friend on the 22nd anniversary of his tragic death. Always in my prayers. Tony Tabone.

NORRIS - RONALD HUMPHREY, 19.9.'94. Always in our thoughts and prayers. Her niece Hermione and close family friend Mary Scicluna.

PACE O'SHEA. In loving memory of JOHN on the 19th anniversary of his death. Mina, Tony, Elaine and Sarah.

SCERRI - PAUL. Cherished memories of a wonderful husband and father, today the fifth anniversary of his passing away. Pauline, Godwin and Barbara, MaryAnn, Fiona and Eleanor.

SCHEMBRI - AGNES née Theobald. In loving memory of a dear wife on the sixth anniversary of her death. Carmel.

ZAMMIT CORDINA - ANTHONY. In loving memory of my dear husband who passed away 21 years ago today.
Your name is often mentioned
My thoughts are with you still
You haven't been forgotten
And you never will.
Your loving wife Helen.

ZAMMIT CORDINA. In memory of our dear ANTHONY (Twanny), today the 21st anniversary of his death. May the Lord grant him eternal rest. His brothers, in-laws, nephews and nieces.

ZRINZO. In sweet remembrance of JOSEPH MARY, today the 24th anniversary of his death. His wife, sons, daughter, in-laws and grandchildren.

Eroticism In Maltese Literature

The September 30 edition of Poezijaplus will be dedicated to eroticism in Maltese literature. The group will try to understand how far Maltese literature goes on this theme. Other related issues are expected to be discussed, such as the line which separates erotic literature from pornography.

Writers are invited to send their poems by tomorrow either by email to sergio@maltanet.net or through normal mail: 1, Wesgha Hamsa Ta' Ottubru, 1974, Zejtun ZTN 04.

Poezijaplus organises a literary meeting on the last Monday of each month. The meetings are held at Cafè Diva, the Manoel Theatre, Valletta.

Anniversary Concert

The 12th May Band and Social Club of Zebbug is presenting a symphonic concert in the Sir Temi Zammit Hall of the University of Malta on October 5 at 7.30 p.m.

The concert marks the 175th anniversary of the death of composer Ludwig van Beethoven, and will be directed by Mro Hermann Farrugia. The programme includes Beethoven's 5th Symphony.

Tickets are available free of charge from the band club in Zebbug, from the Euro Institute of Music and Arts in Hamrun and from the La Valette Band Club, Valletta.

Fund-Raising Dinner

The Lions Club and Razzett tal-Hbiberija are organising a fund-raising dinner of over 10 types of traditional Maltese food. Wine and coffee are included in the Lm7.50 price.

The event will take place at the Razzett in Marsascala on September 27 at 8 p.m.

The aim is to raise money for the new Multi-Sensory Project which will cost over Lm100,000.

Booking must be made by September 25. Tables are for eight or 10 persons.

Arabic Courses

The Malta Branch of the World Islamic Call Society is organising Arabic courses at beginner and advanced levels at the Islamic Cultural Centre in Paola, starting on September 30.

The courses are free, and lessons will be held on Mondays and Thursdays from 6 to 7.30 p.m. until June 30.

Application forms may be obtained from the centre from 9 a.m. to 1.30 p.m., tel. 21 697203 or 21 697205.

Anniversary Mass

The Archbishop, Mgr Joseph Mercieca will be celebrating Mass in the sanctuary of St Theresa, Birkirkara tomorrow at 6.30 p.m. to mark the 100th anniversary of the founding of the Immaculate Conception School and the arrival of the Sisters of Charity, in Tarxien.

Ensemble Concert

The East West Chamber Ensemble is giving a concert in Lija parish church on October 3, as part of its programme to mark the 12th anniversary of German unity.

The ensemble is also performing at the Manoel Theatre on October 1.

Vocal Concert

The youth section of the Sliema Philharmonic Society is performing a vocal and musical concert under the direction of Mro Sigmund Mifsud, in the theatre of the Sliema Banda Cittadina in Sliema, on October 4 at 7.30 p.m.

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President's Engagements Today

9.15 a.m., at the Palace, Valletta, the President receives the Prime Minister.

10.30 a.m., at the Palace, Valletta, the President is presented with the letters of commission by Mr Vincent Fean, British High Commissioner.

11.20 a.m., at the Palace, Valletta, the President is presented with the letters of credence by Mrs Fatma El Zahraa Ibrahim Othman, Ambassador of the Arab Republic of Egypt.

12.10 p.m., at the Palace, Valletta, the President is presented with the letters of credence by Mr Abdulal Sulaiman Al-Qenaei, Ambassador of the State of Kuwait.

1.45 p.m., at San Anton Palace, the President and Mrs de Marco host a luncheon in honour of the newly accredited British High Commissioner, the Ambassador of the Arab Republic of Egypt and of the State of Kuwait.

What's On Today

Concerts
8.45 p.m. at Gaia Foundation, Ghajn Tuffieha, concert by Rag Foundation and Etnika.

Exhibitions
8 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Exhibitions Hall, St Francis Square, Victoria, exhibition of documents and correspondence with the British Monarchy by Geoffrey Attard.
8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Banca Giuratale, Independence Square, Victoria, exhibition of works by Irene Canovari.
8.30 am to 1.15 p.m. at the Museum of Fine Arts, South Street, Valletta, exhibition of works by Mark Schembri.
At the St James Cavalier, Valletta, exhibition of bronzes, pastels, drawings and photographs by Bridget McCrum.
At the Russian Centre for Science and Culture, Valletta, exhibition of colour photographs of famous Russian people of the 19th and 20th century.