Gozo Lace Day will be taking place on Sunday, the 19th of April, at the University of Malta – Gozo Campus, Mgarr Road, Xewkija, between 9.30am and 2pm.
There will be a large variety of activities to interest visitors at this very popular event.
The event will open with welcoming remarks, followed by a talk by Annamaria Gatt, Curator of Costumes and Textiles at Heritage Malta, titled Kpiepel u g?ata ohra tar-ras fir-ritratti u r-reklami tas-Seklu Ghoxrin.
It will also feature the launch of a new Lace Day pattern booklet, showcasing projects inspired by the Maltese Cross, the Award of Certificates; and hands-on working by visiting lace makers.
Organised by the Lace Making Programme at the University of Malta in collaboration wit OIDFA (Malta) and Koperattiva Ghawdxija tal-Bizzilla u Artigjanat, some of the attractions will include exhibitions and demonstrations relating to Maltese lace making.
Local lace makers are invited to sit with their own pillows to join others in lace making, as well as have the opportunity to share their experiences.
Stands there on the day will be by the Lace Guild – OIDFA Malta – Koperattiva Ghawdxija tal-Bizzilla u Artigjanat.
The event is open to the general public and entrance is free of charge.
Photo: UM Gozo Campus