The St Joseph Band Club opened its doors to the public during an Open Day activity which included exhibitions, military vehicles show, drills and talent shows.

The activities started at 9.00am when Military Vehicles from the second World War were exhibited in from of the Club's premises.  At 11.00am, Mayor Francis Cauchi together with veteran Mikiel Ciangura inaugurated a local talent and photo exhibition which will remain open until Sunday 31st August. The exhibition was also visited by Gozo Minister Hon. Giovanna Debono and Parliamentary Secretary Chris Said. Many also took the opportunity to see the ongoing refurbishment works on the Formal Committee Room which next year will host the Musical Archive.

Radju Lauretana started transmission live from the Club’s premises at 4.00pm. The evening included several musical performances and dances from local talents. The Red Cross Gozo Section also performed a number of drills and simulations while the young children were kept busy in the 'jumping castle'. The evening ended with the cutting of a large "birthday cake" marking the 80th Anniversary of the St Joseph Band Club.

The event was organized in collaboration with the Ghajnsielem Local Council.