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Nature Notebook As part of the 40th anniversary highlights, Friends of the Earth Malta (FoEM) is shining a light on the Green Resource Centre, their beloved headquarters in Floriana. Once a warehouse dating back to the British era, the space was brought back to life through collective effort and dedication, transforming it into a vibrant hub for community and environmental action. Read more here: https://foemalta.org/blog/green-resource-cen- tre-journey/ The Journey of the Green Resource Centre: A Reflection of our Past and Vision for the Future Don't miss this Give nature a voice. Become a BirdLife member 1. SummerDaze 2025 Date: 17 August 2025 - 18 August 2025 Location: Ta' Qali National Park, Attard, Malta SummerDaze, happening on the 17th of August, consists of live performances by some of the hottest acts in the music industry, including Sfera Ebbasta, Kid Yugi, and Clara. The night continues with a full-blown show by Vida Loca and DJ sets hosted by none other than Albertino, headlined by Bob Sinclar and supported by DJ Hellen. Tickets include a reusable plastic cup to be used throughout the festival in accordance with efforts to reduce plastic waste, as well as festival merchandise that will be given away at the event. Follow updates on all social platforms and get your tickets from www. summerdazemalta.com. 2. Notte Italiana con PUPO Date: 21 August 2025 - 23 August 2025 Location: Pjazza Teatru Rjal, Valletta, Malta In 1975, Enzo Ghinazzi debuted as a singer-songwriter under the stage name Pupo with Ti scriverò. Fifty years later, the legendary Italian pop icon returns – by popular demand – to Pjazza Teatru Rjal for another memorable Notte Italiana. Performing to the live support of the Malta Concert Orchestra, under the direction of Maestro Joe Brown, Pupo will certainly not fail to impress his numerous local and international followers. 3. Summer Night Eco Market at Mellieha Date: 17 August Location: Mellieha Join us for a magical evening market in the charming square near the Mellieha Police Station, perfect for a holiday weekend outing! What to Expect: Eco-friendly products - A vibrant, welcoming atmosphere - A mix of locals and tourists enjoying summer nights/ Opening Hours: Daily from 7pm to 11pm 4. Mood Malta: My Heritage, My Symbols Date: 27 August 2025 Location: Grand Master's Palace, Republic Street, Valletta, Malta Children aged 7-11 are invited to explore Maltese cultural identity through a fun collage-making workshop at the Grand Master's Palace in Valletta. Using symbols, images, and text from local magazines and newspapers, participants in this workshop will design personal mood boards that reflect their heritage and connection to their community. Children will reflect on the meaning behind traditional crafts, local landmarks, flora, fauna, and everyday life. This hands-on workshop encourages creativity and critical thinking about what defines our collective and personal identities. 5. Joe Cocker Tribute Concert Date: 27 August 2025 Location: Pjazza Teatru Rjal, Valletta, Malta Former Malta Eurovision representative William Mangion pays homage to the legendary British singer Joe Cocker, accompanied by a band of musicians from Malta, Italy, and Spain where Mangion is forging his international career. The concert opens with the local support band Blacktones. 6. André Rieu Live In Concert 2025 Date: 29 August 2025 - 30 August 2025 Location: The Granaries, Floriana, Malta Experience the magic as the world- renowned violinist and conductor, André Rieu, graces the historic Granaries of Floriana in Malta with two extraordinary concerts on the 29th and 30th of August 2025. Prepare to be enchanted by Rieu's mesmerizing blend of classical music and entertainment, accompanied by the beloved Johann Strauss Orchestra and an array of international soloists. Join us for an unforgettable musical journey against the stunning backdrop of Malta's iconic venue. Don't miss the chance to be captivated by the captivating performances of André Rieu, as he creates an extraordinary experience for fans of classical music and beyond. 7. Migra Zipline Date: 30 August 2025 Location: Migra l-Ferha, Rabat, Malta Ziplines are exhilarating! Imagine standing on the edge of a steep cliff, 50m above rugged rock and the vast open sea. Secured by a harness and pulley, anticipation builds as adrenaline courses through your body. Stepping off the rock, you're suspended by the zipline, soaring across the cliff edge to the other side. MC Adventures host zipline public sessions regularly. These pre-scheduled events let you secure your spot in advance, so you can plan your adventure on the perfect day. The Summer Night Market in Mellieha on 14 August 983. Damselfish THE damselfish is one of our most common shallow-water fish. It is gregarious so you almost always see shoals of them, sometimes numbering thousands. They love to hang around a metre or two below the surface in open water, moving about in an irregular kind of invisible column, intermittently shooting out their extendable mouth – a split-second action – to gobble plankton. Damselfish (M. ċawla) start out life as bright neon blue fry, which they (alas!) lose as they grow to dark brown adulthood, hence their Maltese name. Damselfish are not particularly afraid of people, and will let you approach and practically accept you in their circle. To float awhile weightless amidst this silent mass of life is almost a religious expe- rience. 5 maltatoday | SUNDAY • 17 AUGUST 2025 ALMANAC Text: Victor Falzon - Photo: Desirée Falzon