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www.oakvillebeaver.com The Oakville Beaver, Friday December 5, 2008 - 35 Rhapsody in Yellow RAISING SCHOLARSHIPS: Top left, Zonta Club of Oakville member Diane Daly whoops it up as Tom Jones impersonator and emcee Dave La "Fame" Thangue sings You Can Leave Your Hat On before he shows off his yellow boxers at Rhapsody in Yellow, the Zonta Club of Oakville's second annual gala fundraiser for Halton women victims of violence held at the Burlington Convention Centre Friday night. The event was a fundraiser to provide scholarships for victims of abuse to Sheridan College Institute of Technology and Advanced Learning in a bid to break the cycle of violence. The evening featured international decor icon Debbie Travis, above, as its keynote speaker and a lingerie and men's fashion show featuring Burlington and Oakville firefighters and models. At left, Burlington firefighter Liam Jewell escorts volunteer model Carol-Ann Carbone during the Inside Story Fine Lingerie and Johnathan Quinn for Men fashion show. PHOTOS BY NIKKI WESLEY / OAKVILLE BEAVER Escape to paradise www.rbg.ca/213 Art in paradise October 27 to January 18; Mediterranean Garden; RBG Centre Visit the indoor Mediterranean Garden filled with artworks. Curated by Maryrose Coleman, PRIME Gallery. Holiday Traditions Saturdays and Sundays, November 29 to December 14; 10 p.m. to 4 p.m.; RBG Centre Holiday crafts for children, live entertainment and more. HIGHLIGHTS: Pauline Grondin, Playford Players, Santa's Helpers, Dickie Bird and Erick Traplin. Visit www.rbg.ca/213 for schedule. Santa at the Gardens; 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. Meet Santa and have your photo taken (available for purchase). Sophie DeFrancesca EXTENDED WINTER EARTH ART November 16 to January 18; RBG Centre Indoor environmental art installations. Curated by John Grande. PRESENTED BY EARTH ART EXHIBIT Pilar Ovalle Christmas Small Format Show Saturday December 6 - December 24, 2008 Artists Include: Boisvert, Brunoni, Desrosiers, Henry, Langevin, Markowsky, Rebry, Tomalty... The gift of art lasts a lifetime... 100 Bronte Road #8 Shop @ THE GARDENS has everything you need for gift giving and holiday inspiration. From local artisans' work in glass, pottery and jewellry, to gardening items, children's toys and a wide array of books, we have something for everyone. Every purchase supports the Gardens' programs and activities. RBG Centre OPEN DAILY, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Closed December 25 to January 1, 2009 BECOME A MEMBER -- An annual membership starts at only $50. Membership benefits include free or preferred admission to garden areas and events, plus discounts on educational programs and at the gift shop and café. Gift memberships available. Sign up or renew your membership online at www.rbg.ca/213. 905-339-0013 REGULAR FALL/WINTER DAILY ADMISSION Adult: $8; Senior: $6; Student/youth (13 to 18 years): $6; Child (five to 12 years): $3; Family: $20. RBG members and children under five: FREE. Admit On www.galleryrufus.com RBG Centre, 680 Plains Road West, Hamilton/Burlington 905-527-1158, 1-800-694-4769; www.rbg.ca/213 BUY e nli g.ca Oww.rbne w