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New name, new concert A new Canadian vocal ensemble, Mosaic, is hosting its inaugural concert under its new name in Oakville Saturday (May 2). Formerly Our Lady of Sorrows Ecumenical Choir and Toronto Ecumenical Chorale, the group was founded in 2012 and is led by artistic director Gordon Mansell. The concert will take place at St. Cuthbert's Anglican Church, 1541 Oakhill Dr., and feature virtuoso trumpeter Michael Barth. There will be a free will offering at the concert. For more information, call 905-844-6200, email stcuthbert@bellnet.ca or visit www.stcuthbertoakville.ca. Volunteer recognition The Oakville Centre for the Performing Arts (OCPA) recently recognized its volunteers with an awards ceremony. The event, held last Monday (April 20) and in honour of National Volunteer Week, took place during the OCPA's bi-annual volunteer and staff meeting where Anita Downie, Paul Downie, Janice Had eld and Lucy Pelisek were recognized for going "above and beyond" their volunteer roles, according to an OCPA media release. Those interested in volunteering for the OCPA can contact volunteer co-ordinator Mike Lee at 905-3384161, ext. 3237, email volunteer.ocpa@oakville.ca, or visit www.oakvillecentre.ca/support-the-arts/volunteer. html and complete an application form. Take a Lake Walk Local businesses in Bronte Village are creating a new event called Lake Walk to help promote the area and local artists and musicians. Beginning May 7, the event runs on the rst Thursday of each month from 6-10 p.m. Those interested in participating are asked to contact Indira at Trias Gallery at info@triasgallery.com or 905465-1113. In the Arts... A U T I S M A W A R E N E S S 53 | Friday, May 1, 2015 | OAKVILLE BEAVER | www.insideHALTON.com Above, Erica Radman dances at the third annual Autism Awareness Variety Show Sunday. The event was held at OE Banquet and Conference Centre by Project Autism, a grassroots initiative created by Oakville resident Patrick Lee that offers resources, workshops and social programs to children and young adults with disabilities. All proceeds from the show went to Autism Dog Services and Rainbows of Joy. At top right, Patrick's son Aiden Lee, who has autism, stands by his paintings. At right, Colin Brennan performs. | photos by Jayson Mills ­ special to the Beaver For more arts news, visit insidehalton.com Advertorial continued from p.52 her busy, including headlining her own concert at her alma mater Sunday (May 3). The show, titled Springtime in Song, starts at 2 p.m. at the conservatory of King's Christian Collegiate, 528 Burnhamthorpe Rd. W. 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