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OAKVILLE BEAVER Friday, September 18, 2009 · 34 War shows, fibre fest open T he Home of Fine Broadloom Since 1952 This weekend, Oakville Galleries presents the opening of two new photography exhibitions that explore the aftermath of conflict from the First and Second World Wars. Peter MacCallum's Vimy Ridge, 20052008, on view at Oakville Galleries in Gairloch Gardens, presents the recent restoration and reopening of the Canadian National Vimy Memorial and surrounding area. Caux, an exhibition by Bertrand Carrière on view at Oakville Galleries at Centennial Square, features photographs depicting the contemporary landscape at the site of the disastrous Dieppe raid of Aug. 19, 1942. Both exhibitions will run from Sept. 19 to Nov. 22. Members of the public are invited to an opening and two artist talks: Sunday, Sept. 20 at 2:30 p.m. at Oakville Galleries at Centennial Square, followed by a reception at Oakville Galleries in Gairloch Gardens at 3:30 p.m. Arts Briefs from 16 countries, including strong representation from provinces across Canada. Fibre arts encompasses a wide variety of art forms, such as knitting, wall hangings, sculpture, quilting, installations, hooking, lace-making, knitting, weaving, embroidery, crocheting, paper-making, felting, wearable art and much more. A focal point of the World of Threads Festival is the international juried show called Common Thread. For information about the World of Threads Festival, go online to www.worldofthreadsfestival.com. To volunteer, contact Marda McLean at 416-820-2303. Big band in town The Mississauga Big Band Jazz Ensemble has been performing for over 30 years. The group consists of 19 amateur and professional musicians dedicated to keeping the sounds of big band jazz alive. It is trying to establish a home for some live jazz and are now performing on the last Tuesday of each month at Arnold's Sportsbar, 485 Morden Rd. Showtime is 8-10 p.m. and there is a small cover charge of $5. For information, visit www.arnoldssportsbar.ca. World of Threads Festival Open Mon-Wed. 9-5 Thurs.-Fri. 9-7, Sat 9-5 Green Rd. Grays Rd. Centennial Prwy. For Timeless Quality, Service & Price Barton St. E. www.vartanianrugs.com 320 Green Rd. at Bar ton · Stoney Creek · 662-6395 905-560-1166 The sixth World of Threads Festival starts this weekend. The visual feast of fibre arts and crafts runs from Sept. 18 to Oct. 4 at venues across Oakville. This is the sixth year of the biennial festival. It is anticipated to be the best yet, with participation from more than 200 artists