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Visitors can explore sites at leisure continued from p.17 · Queen Elizabeth Park Community and Cultural Centre, 2302 Bridge Rd. Housed in a renovated, repurposed high school, Queen Elizabeth Park Community and Cultural Centre is a unique multi-purpose LEEDScertified recreation, arts and cultural facility; · St. Andrew's Church, 41 Reynolds St. Between 1838 and 1840, town founder William Chisholm donated the land for this church and parishioners raised funds to build it; · St. Andrew's Parish Centre, 53 Reynolds St. Over the years, this home has been a rectory, convent and one of the first separate schools in Ontario. Come and explore displays of the parish's history and its role in Oakville's social and cultural life; · St. Jude's Anglican Church, 160 William St. St Jude's, established in 1839, has been in the present building since 1883. The bell tower, completed in 1896, houses a set of nine chimes cast at the Whitechapel Bell Foundry in London, England; · Sovereign House, 7 West River St. This house, completed in 1846, was built for Charles Sovereign, a local justice of the peace, and moved to its present location in 1988, and; · The Oakville Club, 56 Water St. Since 1907, families have been active in sports, recreation and social activities at this landmark community club. In 2017, Doors Open Ontario features more than 1,000 sites participating in 45 events across the province, from April to October. Since its inception, Doors Open Ontario has attracted 6.7 million visitors to explore more than 16,700 sites. This year, people can commemorate the 150th anniversary of Confederation with themed activities, tours, exhibitions and demonstrations ­ all free of charge. For detailed event information for Doors Open Ontario visit goo.gl/iy7GFc. "Ontario's 150th anniversary is an opportunity to come together and celebrate the incredible province we live in. Doors Open Ontario highlights our rich history through our province's most fascinating cultural sites," said Burlington MPP Eleanor McMahon, Minister of Tourism, Culture and Sport, in a press release. Doors Open Ontario, which is recognized as one of the 2017 Top 100 Festivals and Events in Ontario, is a program of the Ontario Heritage Trust, with funding support provided by the Ontario150 program. "I encourage all Ontarians and visitors to join the festivities and explore Ontario's heritage during this exciting year," McMahon added. SERVICING THE OAKVILLE COMMUNITY FOR OVER 20 YEARS! 19 | Friday September 8, 2017 | OAKVILLE BEAVER | www.insidehalton.com Chosen #1 in Carpet /Area Rugs! And one of the best in Hardwood/Laminate Flooring 1/2 PRICE Any Carpet Style · Berber · Twist · Plush · Shag · Textured Berber THIS WEEK'S SUPER DEAL! $ /sq.ft. Installed with Underpad 1500 sq.ft. limit 2.99 AREA RUGS $ 5' X 8' STARTING AT FOLLOWING LOCATIONS ONLY: OPEN SUNDAYS TRAFALGAR VILLAGE, (across from Oakville Go Station) Oakville 905.849.4472 99 228 KING ST. E. Hamilton 905-546-1921 Proud Nominee of the 2015 Oakville Awards for Business Excellence SAVE 20 HAVE IT YOUR WAY Westpoint PALLISER.COM % Offer valid between September 7 to 26 on new purchases only purchase $5,000 or more before taxes. please see showroom for details. Offer oFFer ends enDs sept. 30/2017 March 31/17 FREE INSTALLATION ON CABINETRY Custom made Kitchen and Bathroom Cabinetry | Closet Systems Entertainment Units | Basement Renovations | Full Renos and More! 100% Canadian Made Cabinetry Quality Craftsmanship 20+ Years Experience Visit our 6000 sqft Design Centre Call us for a FREE in Home Consultation Units 2-3 333 Wyecroft Rd, Oakville T 905.844.3332 F 905.844.3334 www.aromakitchens.ca | info@aromakitchens.ca Create Your Dream Look Barrett Barbara 584 Kerr Street at Speers, Oakville, Ontario L6K 3C7 584 Kerr Street at Speers, Oakville, Ontario L6K 3C7 905.337.3653 905.337.3653 www.destinationfurniture.ca www.destinationfurniture.ca HOURS: Monday to Friday ­ 10 am to 7 pm | Saturday ­ 10 am to 6 pm | Sunday ­ 11 am to 4 pm