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NEWS 12 maltatoday | WEDNESDAY • 17 APRIL 2024 Borg in-Nadur ON Saturday 20 April, Heritage Malta is inviting visitors to ex- plore the Maltese Islands' deep prehistoric past at Għar Dalam and the Borġ in-Nadur Prehis- toric Complex. Both sites, locat- ed in Birżebbuġa, will be open for free. Għar Dalam is Malta's oldest prehistoric site. It also bears evidence of the earliest human presence on the island some 7,400 years ago. Rows of ancient animal bones, unearthed from the site's cave and exhibited in one of the last remaining Victorian- style dis- plays in Europe, shed light onto this bygone era. Inside the Għar Dalam cave itself, naturally decorated with fascinating stalactites and sta- lagmites and a variety of rock formations, visitors experience a sense of awe in appreciation of our islands' mystifying dis- tant past. This site is also home to var- ious indigenous plants and trees, and forms part of the Natura 2000 network of pro- tected sites. During Saturday's open day, the public will also be able to visit the neighbouring site of Borġ in-Nadur. Uniquely positioned on high ground between two valleys – Wied Żembaq and Wied Da- lam – this Neolithic site was excavated in the 1920s by em- inent archaeologist Margaret Murray and proved crucial in understanding facets of Mal- tese prehistory. Various family-friendly activi- ties will be organised through- out the day, thanks to the collab- oration of other entities. These include hands-on activities for children, information stands about Heritage Malta's passport and membership schemes, as well as Heritage Malta publica- tions for sale. Children will re- ceive a small gift. Both sites will be open be- tween 9am and 5pm, with the last allowed admission at 4.30pm. Ghar Dalam 10.30am: Għar Dalam tour in Maltese 11am: Storytelling 12.30pm: Għar Dalam tour in English 12.30pm: Storytelling 2pm: Treasure hunt 2.30pm: Tour of the valley and explanation of the Wied Dalam Project (maximum 25 people) 3pm: Storytelling Other children's activities from 9.30am to 4pm: Face painting, foam building blocks and other games Borg in-Nadur 9.30am: Borġ in-Nadur tour in English 10.30am - 1pm: Archaeology stand offering hands-on activi- ties for all ages with a selection of typical remains from an ar- chaeological site. Participants will be able to learn about the different ma- terials found as well as their contexts. 11.30am: Borġ in-Nadur tour in Maltese 3pm: Borġ in-Nadur tour in Maltese Free admission and exciting activities at Ghar Dalam and Borg in-Nadur Ghar Dalam ARTEMISIA Fine Arts and Antiques has announced its inaugural lecture program, which marks the first time the organization has opened to the public since its establishment in 2017. The casa bottega, located in Bidni- ja, is now welcoming art lovers from all walks of life to immerse them- selves in the rich world of art and an- tiques through its engaging classes. Darren Tanti leads the lecture pro- gram and offers a diverse range of educational experiences, including live drawing classes and explora- tions into art history, philosophy, and its practical applications in our everyday lives. The classes are perfect for artists seeking to hone their skills and curi- ous minds eager to delve deeper into the cultural significance of art. Classes are limited to groups of 10 and 20 individuals, respectively, and will start on the 17th of April and run until the 10th of July, twice a week. This intimate setting ensures personalised attention and fosters a vibrant exchange of ideas among participants, making each session a truly enriching experience. Guests can enjoy a glass of wine while net- working after the lecture and peruse the space at their own leisure. The classes have been graciously spon- sored by Marks & Spencer Malta and the Retail International Group. ''At Artemisia, we believe that art is not just confined to gallery walls but is a living, breathing part of our existence. Through our lecture pro- gram, we aim to ignite a passion for creativity and cultivate a deeper understanding of the artistic world around us.'' Artemisia Fine Arts and Antiques opens its doors to the public with exciting lecture program