Arts Briefs Art show The photography of Derik Hawley and the paintings of Heather Sinnott will be shown in an exhibition called Bypassing the Mind and the Logic in Pictures in April at CJ's Café, 2416 Lakeshore Rd. W. An opening will be held April 7 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Hawley began taking photographs three years ago while visiting Vienna. His master's thesis "Logic in Pictures" was published online by the University of Waterloo. Sinnott is a Brampton-based artist who has been painting over 10 years and is now emerging professionally into the industry. She is a graduate of Sheridan College and Bishop's University Honours BFA program and attended York University for post grad studies in design. For details, visit www.cjscafeinbronte.com. Concert for youths The Oakville Symphony Orchestra will continue its series of mini-concerts for young people in the form of an interactive discussion and performance of the art of singing led by Andrew Tees. He is an internationally known operatic baritone, who has appeared several times with the Oakville Symphony. Tees will be joined by two other operatic singers. This 30-minute mini-concert will capture the attention and imagination of all ages, especially children in the four- to nineyear range, and will take place on Saturday, April 4 in the lobby of the Oakville Centre for the Performing Arts, 120 Navy St. There will be performances at 10 a.m. and 11 a.m. Admission is free, but spaces are limited and should be reserved by phone at 905-8446920 or by e-mail at osochildrenconcert@gmail.com. For information, visit www.oakvillesymphony.com/outreach.html. 37 · OAKVILLE BEAVER Friday, April 3, 2009 The Regional Business Development Centre Upcoming Business Seminars and Programs: Municipality of Halton www.halton.ca Good Friday Waste Collection Notice Due to the Good Friday holiday on April 10, Friday's waste collection will take place on Saturday, April 11. Easter Monday does not delay waste collection the week of April 13. Starting a Small Business: A general overview of the things you will need First Steps in Exporting: In partnership with the Ministry of International Trade and Investment, this seminar will provide resources, programs and servic for your collection area details, or visit www.halton.ca/waste to use our Halton Waste Management Site Employed or Self-Employed: The Canada Revenue Agency will discuss employment status and how it affects a person's entitlement to Employment will be closed Friday, April 10, 2009 Regular Operating Hours Open Monday to Saturday Market Research: An overview of the why and how of conducting market research for your business success. ment Guide and Collection Calendar or visit us online at www.halton.ca/waste for more information. Halton named a top employer for new Canadians Marketing: Learn how to convert those prospects into paying customers by learning about targeting, branding, market plans and promotion. Mediacorp Canada Inc. has selected Halton Region as one of the Best "employers who offer interesting programs to assist new Canadians in Halton Region is committed to assisting employees who are recent immigrants to Canada by offering mentoring programs or internships for foreign trained professionals. Gary Carr Regional Chair Growing in the Right Direction Expert Advice: Get the best advice As our immigrant population increases, Halton is dedicated to responding to the changing needs of our residents. We are very proud to have received this important acknowledgment. Halton Regional Meeting Schedule Contact us for more information and registration details for these events. Apr. 10 Apr. 14 Apr. 15 Holiday/Offices Closed 9:30 a.m. Health & Social Services Committee 9:30 a.m. Planning & Public Works Committee 1:30 p.m. 020409