ŻiguŻajg Festival Returns for its 14th Edition

Oct 16 2024

The ŻiguŻajg Arts Festival for Children and Youth is back for its 14th edition, running from November 15 to 24, 2024, in Valletta. The festival, known as Malta’s largest cultural event for younger audiences, will showcase a variety of theatre, dance, music, film, and visual arts. This year’s program is designed to inspire curiosity and foster creativity in children and young people through innovative, family-friendly activities.

One of the highlights is a series of workshops tied to the exhibition “But I See Beauty and Wonder,” targeting children aged 7 to 13. These hands-on sessions will allow participants to explore artistic mediums like clay, photography, and printmaking, guided by international artists.

Minister for National Heritage, Arts and Local Government Owen Bonnici emphasized the festival’s educational value, noting that the lessons learned will enrich participants’ futures. Executive Chairman of the Creativity Foundation Rupert Cefai described the festival as a blend of entertainment and learning, while Festival Director Marta Vella highlighted the variety of experiences that aim to both entertain and challenge young minds.

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Spartan Kids Is Going Down This Saturday!

Oct 16 2024

Spartan Kids races offer an exciting and safe obstacle course experience for children aged 4 to 13, combining fun and fitness with challenges designed to build grit and mental toughness.

With a variety of race distances, kids can run, jump, climb, and crawl through age-appropriate obstacles. As they progress, older kids face more challenging courses, with timed heats introducing them to friendly competition.

These family-friendly events welcome relatives and friends to cheer on the participants.

All children who finish the race receive exclusive Spartan Kids swag to proudly show off. Additionally, kids aged 10 to 13 have the chance to compete for special medals and merchandise vouchers for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place.

Featured obstacles include Crawl Tubes, A-Frame Cargo, Rope Climbs, and the Slipwall, all designed to be both challenging and fun.

No special training is required—kids just need a desire to run and have fun outdoors. Inclusive for children of all abilities, Spartan Kids races ensure that by the end, everyone gets to call themselves a Spartan!

Get your tickets here!

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Barbers Offer Free Service To Woman Needing Cut At Hospital

Oct 16 2024

In a post shared on ‘Are You Being Served? (Malta and Gozo) Original, a woman asked if there were any barbers who went to Mater Dei Hospital to give haircuts and beard shaves – most likely for a loved one of hers.

Among those commenting, two stood out.

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Andre Massa commented, saying: ‘If you don’t manage to set it up with the hospital, tell me and I’ll come free of charge on Monday when my shop is closed.’

Another, Luc Brin, also offered free service should the woman not settle with the hospital.

The former comment received upwards of 1.1K reactions, with the latter also amassing up to 150 likes as of time of writing, with many praising the barbers for their kindness and service.

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Graduated In Management, Came To Malta To Work As Cleaner

Oct 16 2024

On yesterday’s episode, the AWLA team met with Charlie, a man from the Philippines who, despite having graduated in Management, came to Malta to work as a cleaner.

Charlie explains the process of having moved to Malta and how he views the opportunity as a stepping stone in his career.

He also revealed that he earns around €700 to €800 a month (excluding over-time), saying that back home he paid around €4,000 to make the necessary arrangements.

Saying that he was treated very well at his job, Charlie made the move from cleaner to carer and noted an obvious raise in pay.

He makes it a priority to send some of his money back home to his parents to help them eat and live better as he does in Malta. He says that despite the timezone difference he tries to contact them everyday via social media.

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