Ontario Community Newspapers

Oakville Beaver, 20 Sep 2012, p. 21

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Doors Open Oakville returns to town on Sept. 29 The renovated Joshua Creek Heritage Art Centre will be one of 30 sites taking part Oakville is once again opening its doors to give its residents and visitors a special behind-the-scenes look into some of the Town's most fascinating historical and cultural places, buildings and landscapes. This year, Doors Open Oakville will be showcasing 30 sites for people to explore free of charge on Saturday, Sept. 29. One such place is Oakville's newest cultural and historical sites -- the Joshua Creek Heritage Art Centre, located at 1086 OAKVILLE BEAVER FILE PHOTO / @halton_photog Burnhamthorpe Rd. E. The art centre was a life- DOORS OPEN TO ART CENTRE: Members of the long dream of Sybil board and visitors enjoy the open airy space of the Joshua Creek Rampen. Heritage Art Centre. The 1827 barn was restored and renovated Born to United Empire in February 2011. The art centre is one of 30 sites taking part in Loyalists in 1929, Rampen's this year's Doors Open Oakville. goal was to establish a cultural legacy on her family Built in 1827, the original heritage house farm so that future generations of the area, serves as a hub for cultural and social gatherand beyond, could be inspired through art ings. and the promotion of local heritage. The Gallery, in the repurposed 1827 barn, is the main site of the Centre's art exhibitions. Additions on the property include: · the Winter Garden -- which offers a meeting space · the Press Room -- which features printmaking and fibre arts facilities · the Studio -- which is a large artists' workshop · the Bank Barn -- which is specially outfitted for woodworking classes For more information on the Joshua Creek Heritage Centre or other locations taking part in Doors Open Oakville, visit www. doorsopenontario.on.ca. 21 · Thursday, September 20, 2012 OAKVILLE BEAVER · www.insideHALTON.com Celebrate Our New Location September 20th to 26th, 2012 (905) 257-4611 4002 Trafalgar Rd. with huge savings! Oakville (519) 767-5858 20 Brock Rd. N. Guelph (519) 578-4133 1525 Victoria St. N. Kitchener NEW (905) 689-9611 100 Dundas St. E. Waterdown ! for infor mation on location & hours please visit rensp ets.com With his dynamic acoustic blues-based soul, folk, and rock, Matt Andersen has gained a ferocious reputation as a one of Canada's best guitarists and a must-see performer. Purchase Tickets in Person, By Phone, or Online BOX OFFICE 905-681-6000 www.burlingtonpac.com

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