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Nature Notebook Navigate Climate Emotions on Earth Day This Earth Day join Friends of the Earth Malta and ESA for a Climate Emotions workshop Climate change isn't just a global issue - it's personal. If you've ever felt anxious, angry, overwhelmed, or hopeless about it, you're not alone. This is a safe space to unpack those emotions, build resilience, and turn them into real, collective action. Pause. Reflect. Reconnect with nature, and yourself Step away from chaos, breathe, and get inspired. Date: Wednesday 22 April Time: 12:00-14:00 (Degree Plus hours) Location: Wied Għollieqa, UM, Msida Green idea of the week 1012 Don't miss this Give nature a voice. Become a BirdLife member Where history comes back to life Date: 12 April Location: Pjazza Vittorja, Naxxar, Malta This unique celebration is dedicated to showcasing Maltese heritage, with a particular focus on the rich folklore and traditions that have shaped Naxxar over the years. Foundation Day Concert Date: 12 April Location: Mediterranean Conference Centre, Valletta, Malta Members of the Malta Youth Orchestra join forces with the Malta Philharmonic Orchestra for this concert commemorating the founding of Malta's national orchestra. Bridging generations of musicians, this special event honours this orchestral tradition and celebrates the enduring spirit of musical collaboration in Malta. Perception & Deception Date: 13 April Location: Pjazza Teatru Rjal, Republic Street, Valletta, Malta Vanni Pulé and his long history in the art of prestidigitation will be presented in a new intimate performance, featuring a strong dose of mind-bending mysteries, but will also feature impossible transpositions and visual mind-boggling scenarios that will baffle and entertain many an intelligent mind. In this show, Dancer and Choreographer, Sarah Kurvinen will be appearing alongside Vanni in some of his spectacular illusions. Young illusionist Glen Mercieca will be making a guest appearance, surprising the audience with his magical deceptions. Songs Woven from the Silver Screen Date: 14 April Location: Our Lady Of Victories Chapel, South Street, Valletta, Malta Barocco Foundation presents Songs Woven from the Silver Screen. Guitarist Bernard Catania performs film themes, classics, and Latin works in a rich and evocative programme celebrating the versatility of the guitar. Bloom Festival Date: 17 April Location: Park Nazzjonali Ta' Qali, Malta Bloom Festival is a 3-day boutique celebration of music, culture and community at Ta' Qali National Park, Malta. Expect local & international artists across 4 unique stages, the Bass Grove powered by Mistical Sound System (Sicily), plus artisan markets, a dedicated wellness area and camping under the Mediterranean sun. Let's Bloom! Museums By Candlelight Birgu Date: 18-19 April Location: Birgu, Malta Heritage Malta, in collaboration with the Birgu Local Council, presents the return of Museums by Candlelight, transforming historic Birgu into a spectacular candlelit setting for one unforgettable evening. Grease The Musical Date: 24, 25, 26 April Location: Mediterranean Conference Centre, Valletta, Malta Grease follows the story of two Rydell High senior students, Danny and Sandy. Sandy, a quintessential goody-two-shoe, and Danny, a bad boy with a soft heart, meet on a holiday and fall in love. However, it ends as all summer romances do, and both bid each other farewell at the end of the holiday. But surprise! Sandy turns up at Danny's school, and both find it difficult to revive what they had over the summer. Will their summer romance overcome the challenges of high school? Is this the love they've been waiting for? Popular Date: 24, 25, 26 April Location: Valletta Campus Theatre, Valletta, Malta Step into a world where movement meets magic with Popular, a vibrant dance show designed for the whole family. Inspired by the playful spirit and charm of the iconic musical Wicked, this performance blends contemporary dance with a light, whimsical touch that captivates audiences of all ages. Springtime Festival Date: 24-26 April Location: Oak Tree Circle, Attard, Malta Join us at the Springtime Festival, a vibrant 3-day outdoor event. When spring is in full bloom, come with your family to enjoy the perfect mix of nature, creativity, great food, music, activities, entertainment, and fun for all ages! Zabbar Autofest 2026 Date: 15 May-17 May Location: Mercury Tower Plaza - Kottonera Promenade - Zabbar, Malta Get ready for one of Malta's most anticipated annual automotive celebrations! Zabbar Autofest 2026 brings together car enthusiasts, families, and the local community for a spectacular showcase of vehicles, entertainment, and purpose-driven fun. 1016. Wood sandpipe THE wood sandpiper (M. swejda ċara) is one of several species of shorebirds that visit Malta. It is a small wading bird with long bill and long legs, very handy tools when probing wet mud for worms. Due to their small size and subdued colour palette, these birds are easy to miss. Lack of bright colour is in fact a feature common to many waders, as these birds need to survive in wide open spaces like shores and mudflats, with nowhere to hide from predators. As our beaches and warming sea slowly begin to attract humanity, wood sandpipers and other waders that visit the Islands on their way north to nest find precious few places where to rest and look for a snack in peace and quiet. Their best bet is places like BirdLife's wetland reserves at Għadira, Is-Simar and Salina. 5 maltatoday | SUNDAY • 12 APRIL 2026 ALMANAC Victor Falzon, James Aquilinai (photo) Register Here: https://foemalta.org/event/navigate-climate-emo- tions-on-earth-day/