The Prime Minister is shown here presenting trophys to the participants of the Cittadella Talent Festival organised by Rotary Club Gozo during Lejliet Lapsi at the St Michael Bastion Citadel. (From left to right Gozo Minister Mrs Giovanna Debono, Mrs Kate Gonzi, Ms Mikaela Bajada placed 3rd in category A, PM Lawrence Gonzi, Ms Sarah Bonnici placed 2nd in incategory A, Ms Jan Scarrow from Rotary Club Gozo).
Prime Minister Lawrence Gonzi and Mrs Gonzi arrived in Gozo on Saturday evening to enjoy a few of the activities that formed part of Lejlet Lapsi, Notte Gozitana.
Their first stop was at the Gozo Ministry in Victoria, where they were greeted by the Minister for Gozo, Giovanna Debono, and shown around the exhibition ‘Treasures of Gozo at the National Library of Malta’.
They saw various art exhibitions on the way, including those of sculptor Joe Xuereb, the photographic exhibition ‘San Lawrenz 24/7’ by photo-artist Luc Arden and bozzettos from the National Collection of paintings.
Mrs Debono, in her address at the Citadel, thanked all those who had taken initiatives to enhance Lejlet Lapsi, Notte Gozitana, the hard-working organising committee of the event, the directors of the various sections within the ministry and the many enthusiasts and volunteers who made the event truly memorable.
Before returning to Malta, Dr and Mrs Gonzi, accompanied by Mr and Mrs Debono, watched the ground fireworks display at St Augustine Square.
On Sunday, the main features were a host of choral singing during Mass at several churches and chapels in Victoria, and a parade by the Armed Forces of Malta Band, the Dazzling and Glittering Dance Ensemble, the Xaghra Scout Group, the horse-drawn cabs extravaganza and the Sbandieratori della Contrada della Cerva of Venice.
Other events included the annual spring fair at the Ninu Cremona Lyceum Complex and the Gozo Motor Show at Villa Rundle Gardens.