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S H E R I D A N ' S W A R P A I N T S Oakville author's new book talks of significance of the pine tree Oakville author Jennifer Brighton has published a book that details the importance pine trees have all year-round. Brighton's illustrated book, Jack the Jack Pine: A Mindful Discovery, tells the story of a young girl's relationship with nature, particularly, with a pine tree. "When we appreciate the interconnection of everything living, we drop easily into gratitude," Brighton said. "When we rest in gratitude, we open to contentment and perhaps even happiness." The story guides children to observe and discover the wonders of the world, and also provides mindfulness exercises designed for them and their parents, according to the author. Brighton has a master's degree in social work from Wilfrid Laurier University, and is a clinical social worker who operates a private practice. In addition, to providing counselling, psychotherapy and coaching, she offers mindfulness groups for children, teens, young adults and their families. A married mother of three children, Brighton is also the clinical director of a teen suicide prevention charity. Her book is available in hardcover, softcover and as an e-book through Amazon, 43 | Thursday, April 23, 2015 | OAKVILLE BEAVER | www.insideHALTON.com Sheridan College's Bachelor of Illustration students recently showcased their works during a two-day exhibit titled War Paints at Towne Square Gallery. Above, artist Bryan Roppel, right, stands with Ryan Little with some of the exhibit's artwork seen in the back and in the photo at right. | photos by Eric Riehl ­ Oakville Beaver (Follow on Twitter @halton_photog or www.facebook. com/HaltonPhotog) The cover of Oakville author Jennifer Brighton's new book Jack the Jack Pine: A Mindful Discovery. | submitted artwork Barnes & Noble and Archway Publishing. For more information, visit www. facebook.com/brightoncounselling. Once on stage until May 31 continued from p.42 an actor." Sheridan grad Chilina Kennedy (now appearing on Broadway as Carole King in Beautiful) is Lukasik's professional mentor and offered her some valuable advice. "Chilina said that sometimes when it's the total opposite of you, it can be so much fun to play and actually easier. She was right!" Lukasik continues to exult in this musical about love lost and found again. "It's about passion and love and life and music. It tells people, `Don't hesitate. Take those risks.' One friend said she knew a couple whose marriage was on the rocks until they saw Once. Now, they're trying to make things work again. "It's amazing to reflect that theatre and art have the power to do it. That's why we all do what we do. We're storytellers, telling the story of life." Once continues until May 31 at the Ed Mirvish Theatre, 244 Victoria St. Visit mirvish.com or call 416-872-1212. CHORUS & QUARTETS PROUDLY PRESENT FOR YOU General $8.50 | Children & Seniors $6.50 | All seats Tues $5.00 ShowtimeS for April 24 - 30 opeNiNG thiS weeK: the AGe of ADAliNe, the womAN iN GolD the Age of Adaline (pG) Fri - Thu: 1:20, 4:00, 7:10, 9:40 Thu: 7:00, 8:30 Avengers: Age of Ultron (StC) Cinderella (G) Fri - Thu: 1:10, 3:50 Film.Ca aFTer hours Fri: 11:30 Pm Dazed and Confused (14A) furious 7 (pG) Fri - Thu: 6:40, 9:30 WITH SPECIAL GUEST PERFORMERS NaTioNal CaNadiaN Film day - Free! Wed: 7:00 Fri - suN: 12:30, 2:35, 4:40, 6:50 moN - Tue, Thu: 1:10, 3:30, 6:50 Wed: 1:10, 3:30 the Grand Seduction (pG) home (G) the longest ride (pG) Fri - Thu: 9:00 Fri - suN: 12:45, 2:50, 5:00, 7:00, 9:10 moN - Tue, Thu: 1:30, 3:45, 7:00, 9:10 Wed: 1:30, 3:45 paul Blart: mall Cop 2 (pG) AND OUR MC FOR THE EVENING ­ TOM WATSON SATURDAY, APRIL 25, 2015 · 1:30 and 7:30pm St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Secondary School, 124 Dorval Drive, Oakville GENERAL ADMISSION TICKETS $25 · SENIORS $20 · CHILD/STUDENT $15 FOR TICKETS AND INFORMATION: Oakville/Burlington: 905.336.5195 | Brampton/Mississauga: 416.855.4040 or visit us at: entertainers-harmony.org the woman in Gold (pG) Fri - Thu: 1:00, 3:40, 6:30, 8:50 171 Speers Road, Oakville (at Kerr St.) | 905-338-6397 (MEWS) www.film.ca