Index» Exhibitions & Fairs 01» Performing Arts 02» Church Services 03» Christmas Festivities & Concerts 04» Traditional Events 09» Cribs 10 Exhibitions & Fairs in Gozo 2 nd 9 th December 2007 Christmas Exhibition at the Exhibition Hall, Ministry for Gozo, St Frances Square, Victoria. Time: 8:00a.m. 4:00p.m. (weekdays) Info: 21561482. 1 st 9 th December 2007 An exhibition of contemporary landscapes by Gozitan artist Victor Agius at the Nadur Local Council, North street, Nadur. Time: 8:00a.m. 4:00p.m. (Mon Sat) Info: art@victoragius.com / 21558080. A Gozo Cultural Council production, Banca Giuratale, Independence Square, Victoria, Gozo. Tel: (+356) 2155 6125 / 21556831 Fax: (+356) 2156 5952 6 th 9 th December 2007 Web: www.gozoculture.com Book Fair & Exhibition at the Exhibition Hall, E-mail: info@gozoculture.com Ministry for Gozo, St Frances Square, Victoria organised by the Pope John Paul II National Advertising: gozo.events@gmail.com 79822678 Monument Committee. Design: www.polpdesign.com Time: 8:00a.m. 7:00p.m. (Thurs, Fri & Sat) Cover: Maji Wine & Dine & 9:00a.m. noon. (Sun) Photo by: Luc Truy-Arden Info: 21561482. 1
6 th 16 th December 2007 Art de Cor - an exhibition of paintings and sculpture organised by the Rotary Club (Gozo) at the Sentinella Hall in the Gozo Citadel. Time: 8:00a.m. 4:00p.m. (weekdays) 9:00a.m. 1:00p.m. (Sat & Sun) Info: info@gozoculture.com / 21556125 8 th Dec 07 30 th Jan 2008 An exhibition of works by Maltese abstract artist Alfred Chircop at art.e Gallery in Victoria. Time: 9:30a.m. 12:15p.m. Info: artegozo@onvol.net 14 th Dec 07 2 nd January 2008 Original papier mache life size statues forming the nativity scene, by Gozitan statuarian Adonai Camilleri Cauchi, at the Banca Giuratale. Time: 8:00a.m. 8:00p.m. (weekdays, weekends & public holidays) 9:00a.m. 1:00p.m. (Sat & Sun) Info: info@gozoculture.com / 21556125. 15 th Dec 2007 6 th January 2008 Traditional Cribs Exhibition at the Exhibition Hall, Ministry for Gozo, St Frances Square, Victoria. Organised by the Għaqda Ħbieb tal-presepju. Time: 8.00am noon, 2.00pm till 5.00p.m. Info: 21551305 79551305. E-mail: ngalea@maltanet.net Performing Arts in Gozo 1 st December 2007 The Journey - a dance show by The Alison White Dance Stuidio at Teatru Astra, Victoria, Gozo. In aid of Movement Ġesu fil-proxxmu. Time: 7.30p.m. Info: 21440552-99420162. 1 st 2 nd December 2007 Ragg ta Dawl - a social drama produced by the Gozo seminarians at the Sacred Heart Seminary Hall, Enrico Mizzi Street, Victoria. Time: 6.30p.m. Info: 99228367. 28 th December 2007 5th Edition of Malta s International Folk Festival in collaboration with Victoria Local Council with the participation of 16 different folk groups coming from 12 different countries. Time: 6.30p.m. Info: 21563344. E-mail: rabat.gozo.lc@gov.mt 2
Church Services in Gozo 1 st 2 nd December 2007 Feast of St. Andrew the Apostle in Fontana including High Mass by H.L. Bishop M.Grech, band marches, fireworks display and a procession with the saints statue. Info: 21560223. 7 th & 8 th December 2007 Feast of the Immaculate Conception celebrated in the Church of St.Francis in Victoria including High Mass by H.L. Bishop M.Grech, band marches, fireworks display and a procession with the titular statue of Our Lady. Info: 21556089. 7 th & 8 th December 2007 Feast of the Immaculate Conception celebrated in the National Sanctuary in Qala including High Mass by H.L. Bishop M.Grech, band marches, fireworks display and a procession with the titular statue of Our Lady. Info: 21556684. 13 th & 16 th December 2007 Feast of Saint Lucy, martyr celebrated in the Church of Santa Luċija in Kerċem including High Mass by H.L. Bishop M.Grech, band marches, fireworks display and a procession with the saints titular statue. Info: 21554904. 15 th 23 rd December 2007 Christmas Novena in Gozitan Parish Churches & Chapels. Time: 6.00p.m. or 6:30p.m. Info: 21556661. 19 th December 2007 Carol Service - an Inter- Denominational Christmas Function including scripture readings, carol singing, mimes and yuletide messages held at Xewkija Parish Church. A church collection in aid of Lordes Home will be held. Local & Foreign residents are cordially invited. Time: 7.00p.m. Info: 21559754. 24 th December 2007 Processions in various Gozitan villages with the statue of the Infant Jesus and with the participation of local village bands and choirs. Organised by the Society of Christian Doctrine (MUSEUM) and local Parish Churches. Time: Starting from 6:00p.m. onwards. Info: 21556661. 3
1 st January 2008 High Mass by H.E. Bishop Mario Grech followed by a Eucharistic procession along the main streets of Nadur as a conclusion of the traditional 40 hours of adoration known as Kwaranturi. Time: 4.00p.m. Info: 21561649 21565728. 12 th January 2008 A Christian Unity Service in English with prayers for Christian unity at the Xagħra Parish Church. Foreign residents and tourists of all denominations are most welcome. Time: 6.00p.m. Info: 21559754. Christmas Festivities & Concerts in Gozo 1 st December 2007 Artistic demonstration about the Neapolitan Crib by Gozitan artist, Fr.Charles Vella at the MUSEUM (Boys Centre) in Għajnsielem. Time: 9:30a.m. Info: 21553710. 7 th 9 th December 2007 Nadur Christmas Market in Saint Peter and Saint Paul Square, Nadur including traditional local & foreign stalls with Christmas items for sale, children s area and photos with Santa. Entertainment: 7th Dec 07 - X-Tend & Island Brass Band 8th Dec 07 - Doctor and the Medics Tribute Band 9th Dec 07 - Cash and Band Time: 7th Dec 5.00pm onwards. 8th & 9th December from noon onwards. Info: 21558080. E-mail: nadur.lc@gov.mt 12 th December 2007 The Spirit of Gozo Past - a re-enacted journey into the musical, literary & gastronomic traditions of Gozitan Christmases in the past at the Crafts Centre, Gozo Citadel, Victoria. Organised by the Gozo Cultural Council. Pre-booking required. Time: 7:00p.m. Info: 21556125. E-mail: info@gozoculture.com. 13 th December 2007 Maraton of Christmas Carol Singing at the Arkadia Shopping Complex, Victoria. Organised by the management of Arkadia Complex and the Gozo Cultural Council. Time: 10:00 a.m. Info: 21556125. E-mail: info@gozoculture.com 4
14 th December 2007 Mit-Tfal għat-tfal an activity for Gozitan schoolchildren in aid of the Malta Community Chest Fund at the Għasri Parish Church. To be attended by HE the President of Malta, the Bishop of Gozo and the Minister for Gozo. Time: 9:00a.m. Info: 21556125. E-mail: info@gozoculture.com 14 th December 2007 Yuletide band marches along Republic street, followed by a Christmas Concert by the Leone Philharmonic Band of Victoria on the occasion of the inauguration of an artistic life size crib in Independence Square, Victoria. Time: 6:00p.m. Info: 21556125. E-mail: info@gozoculture.com 15 th December 2007 The 5th edition of Carols by Candlelight held at Saint Agustine s Convent, Victoria. A concert followed by a gala dinner in aid of Dar Ġuzeppa Debono by the Schola Cantorum Jubilate. Info: 79055207. E-mail: info@scjchoir.com 15 th - 24 th December 2007 Father Christmas attraction for children, Ciccio the balloon artist and a carol singing by local choirs in the foyer of the Arkadia Shopping Complex, Fortunato Mizzi street, Victoria. Organised by the management of Arkadia Complex. Time: afternoons. Info: 22103308. E-mail: mmuscat@arkadia.com 16 th December 2007 The 7th Edition of the Gozo International Celebration Christmas in our Hearts at the Qala Parish Church. This is an ecumenical event for all foreigners residing in Gozo. A reception follows at the Qala parish centre. Time: 6.30p.m. Info: 21556684 99403612. 21 st December 2007 10th edition of Il-Kuncert tal-milied 2007 (Christmas Concert) organised by Chorus Urbanus Productions in collaboration with National Orchestra under the direction of Mro. John Galea. Tejatru Astra, Victoria. Time: 7.30p.m. Info: 21552887. E-mail: email@chorusurbanus.com 7
21 st December 2007 Christmas band marches by the La Stella Philharmonic Band of Victoria along the main streets and squares of Victoria. Organised by the Victoria Local Council. Time: 6:00p.m. onwards Info: 21563344. E-mail: rabat.gozo.lc@gov.mt 21 st December 2007 The Imagery - the newest generation Rock Band at Uncle Ted s Tavern, Sannat, Gozo. Time: 9.30p.m. Info: 21565100-79565100. E-mail: il.girna@onvol.net 22 nd December 2007 Christmas band marches by the Leone Philharmonic Band of Victoria along the main streets and squares of Victoria. Organised by the Victoria Local Council. Time: 6:00p.m. onwards. Info: 21563344. E-mail: rabat.gozo.lc@gov.mt 22 nd December 2007 The Red House Blues Band at Uncle Ted s Tavern, Sannat, Gozo. Time: 8.30p.m. Info: 21565100-79565100. E-mail: il.girna@onvol.net 23 rd December 2007 Carol Singing by choirs from Victoria in Independence Square, Victoria. Organised by the Victoria Local Council. Info: 21563344. E-mail: rabat.gozo.lc@gov.mt 24 th December 2007 A Christmas Song Festival in the Church of Our Lady of Mount Carmel in Xlendi. Info: 21554611. 24 th December 2007 The traditional unique Christmas Pageant with the participation of hundreds of local actors held along the main streets of San Lawrenz. Time: 8.00p.m. Info: 99475948. E-mail: noel.a.formosa@gov.mt 24 th Dec 2007 5 th Jan 2008 A live crib with human statues at the Church of Jesus the Nazarene in Xagħra. Time: 7:00p.m. Info: 21557231. 25 th December 2007 Christmas Concert including a live orchestra, carol singing,the traditional Christmas sermon and a short Christmas play at the Basilica of Saint Peter and Saint Paul in Nadur. Time: 7.00p.m. Info: 21561649 21565728. 26 th December 2007 Christmas Soiree including a live orchestra, carol singing and a short play. Produced by the Nadur MUSEUM (Boys Section) and presented by the Gozo Cultural Council at the Don Bosco Oratory Hall, Victoria. Time: 7.00p.m. Info: 21556125. E-mail: info@gozoculture.com 27 th December 2007 IXth Grand Christmas Concert by the Chorus Urbanus under the direction of Mro.John Galea at the Basilica of Our Lady of Nativity in Xagħra under the patronage of H.E. the President of Malta. Organised by the Xagħra Local Council. Time: 7.30p.m. Info: 21563737. E-mail: xaghra.lc@gov.mt 8
30 th December 2007 Festive Winds a concert of Christmas tunes by the Victoria Clarinet Quintet in St. Jacob s Church, Independence Square, Victoria. Organised by the Gozo Cultural Council. Time: 6:30p.m. Info: 21556125. E-mail: info@gozoculture.com 31 st December 2007 New Year s Eve Party starring The Hot Dogs Band at Uncle Ted s Tavern, Sannat, Gozo. Time: 10.00p.m. Info: 21565100-79565100 E-mail: il.girna@onvol.net 31 st December 2007 EuroFest end of the year popular celebration marking also the changeover to the Euro currency, in Independence Square, Victoria. Organised by the Victoria Local Council. Time: 10:00pm onwards. Info: 21563344. E-mail: rabat.gozo.lc@gov.mt 1 st January 2008 New Year s Day Concert by the Gozo Youth Wind Band & Orchestra in Independence Square, Victoria. Organised by the Victoria Local Council. Time: 7:00p.m. Info: 21563344. E-mail: rabat.gozo.lc@gov.mt 5 th January 2008 A Farewell Concert to the Festive Season by the Gaulitanus Choir at Saint Augustine Church, Victoria. Time: 7.15p.m. Info: 21560200. E-mail: colinatt@maltanet.net Traditional Events in Gozo 19 th & 20 th January 2008 Feast of St.Anthony the Abbot in Xagħra including High Mass by H.L. Bishop M.Grech, band marches, fireworks display and a procession with the saints statue. Festivities also include a dog show, a horse parade and the traditional blessing of animals. Info: 79551824. E-mail: xaghra.lc@gov.mt 9 for more information visit www.gozoculture.com
Mechanical Cribs in Gozo Joe Attard Museum Subien, Dar Dun Ġorġ, Triq Dun Ġorġ Preca, Xagħra 21560649 / 79902624 Victor Agius Ggantija Art Gallery, Triq John Otto Bayer, Xagħra 21552830 / 79594508 John M.Cassar La Colomba, Triq il-belliegha, Victoria 21554002 / 79554002 Joe Theuma Ċentru Ġesu Nazzarenu, Triq Gnien Xibla, Xagħra 21564367 Aaron Agius Arwill, Ramla Court, Triq Gajdoru, Xagħra 21553159 / 79420486 Frank Mizzi 288, Triq ta l-għajn, Fontana 21556278 / 99556278 Joe Schembri Evergreen, Triq il-madonna tal-karmnu, Munxar 21554637 / 79064541 Anthony Bajada 3, Triq Ġanni Vella, Qala 21564211 / 79321594 Giovann Buttigieg Kazin tal-banda Prekursur, Triq Santa Katerina, Xewkija 99823694 Static Cribs in Gozo Kapp. Injazju Borg Ċentru tal-vokazzjonijiet, Triq il-wileg, San Lawrenz 21556073 / 99832376 Dun Effie Masini Oratorju Don Bosco, Pjazza Sant Wistin, Victoria 21556616 / 99487751 Carmel Grech 59, Triq il-kapuċċini, Victoria 21565112 / 99868989 Raymond Bonello Plot 24, Qasam ta Dun Anton, Xagħra 21563457 / 99450523 John Theuma Ċentru Parrokkjali, Fontana 21562087 / 99228190 Herman Mifsud Malverno, Pjazza Madonna ta Loretu, Għajnsielem 21566850 / 79923134 George Cassar San Giorgio, Triq Vajringa, Victoria 21564401 / 79564401 Dun Frankie Bajada Ċentru Parrokkjali Maria Lauretana, Triq J.F. de Chambrai, Għajnsielem 21561030 / 79710784 Norbert Fenech Socjeta Filarmonika Leone, Triq ir-repubblika, Victoria 21562974 / 99460766 Bennie Mercieca Museum Subien, Dun Ġorġ, Triq Ħamsin, Xewkija 21556246 / 79090941 Michael Gatt Ċentru Parrokkjali, Pjazza San Ġwann Battista, Xewkija 21555428 / 79285850 Tonio Caruana St.Joseph, Triq Vestru, Xagħra 21557207 / 99848086 Darren Vella Kazin Banda Mnarja, Triq Dicembru 13, Nadur 21551728 / 79539376 Anton Mercieca Museum Subien, Triq Dun Ġorġ Preca, Nadur 21555297 Stephen Tabone Massabielle, Triq Tarsu, Munxar 21555783 / 79301975 George Francis Vella 39, Pjazza San Ġorġ, Victoria 21551277 / 99557300 Joseph Bugeja 29, Triq Bir Rix, Santa Luċija 21554814 / 99288801 Joseph Mizzi 26, Triq Klula, Santa Luċija 21551345 / 79559518 10
Joseph Anthony Hili Ċentru Vokazzjonijiet, Triq Ġuzeppi Rapa, Xagħra 21565517 / 99803138 George Debono Knisja tal-kapuċċini, Triq il-kapuċċini, Victoria (Zuntier) 21551460 / 79551460 David Xuereb Arjuza ; Triq Għajn Mhelhel, Zebbuġ 21561184 / 99561184 Anthony Sammut MUSEUM, Triq il-knisja, Għasri 21557929 Anthony Sillato Corfu, Triq Enrico Mizzi, Victoria 21554151 / 99820423 Dun Tonio Galea Ċentru Parrokkjali, Triq il-madonna tal-karmnu, Munxar 21553764 / 99250154 Kan. Giovanni Bosco Cremona Knisja tax-xlendi, Xlendi (Sagristija) 21554611 Fr.George Attard Knisja San Franġisk, Pjazza San Franġisk, Victoria (Annex) 21556089 / 99830119 Mr.Gerald Zammit Kazin tal-banda Prekursur, Triq Santa Katerina, Xewkija 99844750 11 For Advertising on e-mail: gozo.events@gmail.com