The President’s Ball was launched in Gozo this morning by the President, Marie-Louis Coleiro Preca. This is the first time that one has been held in Gozo, and it will take place on Saturday, the 30th of August at the Ggantija Temples.
The President announced the event at the Ggantija Temples, and explained that this Ball is not just for Gozitans, but will also be exposing the beauty of the island of Gozo.The purpose of this Ball is linked to the visibility of the island “where we will see the identity, characteristics and traditions of Gozo.”
Apart from the relaxation aspect that the Ball will bring, all those attending this UNESCO world heritage site on the evening will be given an educational, artistic and historical experience. For example, during the Ball, the Xaghra Historical Reenactment Organisation will present reenactments dating back to the prehistoric era, the President said.
Adding that, another key goal associated with Charity Ball is that the funds will be collected from this event will go towards the Malta Community Chest Fund.
The President’s Ball is also being held, because regrettably, due to space constraints it was not possible to accommodate all those who wished to attend the August Moon Ball. So the President’s Ball in Gozo will be an opportunity for those who did not attend, to possibly enjoy this activity and at the same time contribute towards the Malta Community Chest Fund, the President said.
Also present at the launch were the Minister for Gozo Dr Anton Refalo and the PN General Secretary Dr Chris Said, as well as the curator of Ggantija Temples, Daphne Caruana.
Both Dr Refalo and Dr Said spoke in support of the event, and Daphne Caruana said that having Ggantija Temples chosen as the venue for the Ball was an honour for Heritage Malta.
A donation of €90 per person is requested. Catermax will be responsible for the catering, and those Maltese patrons who will attending the event will be able to cross to Gozo free of charge on the Fernandes, departing from Cirkewwa to Gozo.
Those interested in booking please see here, [1] or otherwise contact the President’s Palace in St Anton or the Office of the Malta Community Chest Fund in Main Gate Street, Victoria, Gozo. For more information please call on 21226226.
The President also made an official visit to Comino this morning.