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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 2016-08-18, Page 19THE CITIZEN, THURSDAY, AUGUST 18, 2016. PAGE 19. Entertainment Leisure Hussey's `Transfiguration' opens at Art Gallery expression and therefore the properties and behaviour of the cell. In human terms, it suggests that events in the lives of one's ancestors may influence the lives of descendants, even though they are not conscious of those past events. The artist says, "Last summer, I came across archives of photographs and film stills of my grandparents from the 1920s. As I stared into the pale imagery mauled by the decades, I suffered a pang of nostalgia for a time I never experienced." The photographs triggered painful memories from her own life experiences and Montina hopes to transform them into a means of healing through her paintings. Her subjects include alcoholism, depression, anxiety and the past and present trauma of our First Nations. The public can now view Montina Hussey's challenging exhibition in the Bainton Gallery, Blyth Memorial Hall, until Sept. 3 when it closes. "Transfiguration: A Case Study on Epigenetic Memory" is presented by the Blyth Festival Art Gallery. It is curated by Greg Sherwood and sponsored by Joan Perrie. The gallery is located next to the Blyth Festival box office and is open during box office hours. Admission is free. For further information, call 519-345-2184. A powerful journey Montina Hussey, an artist who formerly studied at F.E. Madill School, opened her exhibit, entitled "Transfiguration: A Case Study on Epigenetic Memory" on Friday night. She is seen here with one of her creations, which is based on a photograph of her paternal grandfather, a man she never met. The exhibit will be on display until early next month. (Vicky Bremner photo) A former F.E. Madill school student is now one of the featured artists at the Blyth Festival Art Gallery. Montina Hussey is a BFA graduate of the Ontario College of Art and Design and recently completed her studies in Florence, Italy on a study abroad program. The exhibition, titled "Transfiguration: a Case Study on Epigenetic Memory", is sure to intrigue visitors to the gallery. Epigenetic memory is defined as a set of modifications to DNA that does not alter its sequence, and have been inherited from the cell from which it descends. Such modifications can alter gene Custom lily bred for 140th By Denny Scott The Citizen The Friends of the Village of Blyth are helping to mark next year's 140th anniversary of the village with a specially -chosen day lily. The lily, which has been named the Belle of Blyth, pending approval with the board that governs the identification of lilies, was chosen by the group earlier this year and named by suggestion at a booth at Streetfest late last month. "This name was suggested anonymously," group liaison to North Huron Council Lissa Kolkman said. "We had 15 to 20 suggestions and the committee chose this one." The flower, which is saffron with burgundy colouring, is available for purchase from the group for $15 per bulb in limited quantities. "We're still determining exactly how many we're going to have available," Kolkman said. Currently, 25 of the flowers have been ordered, however more are available and still more may become available next year, however Kolkman said potential buyers shouldn't wait. "It's a limited supply for sure," she said. "We're hoping to have more in the spring" The lily, which was chosen from Mike Falconer's selection of lilies at Falhaven Farm and Nursery, may also just be the first one chosen for the village as the Friends have considered selecting another flower in the future or even having one specifically bred for the village, however that takes a significant investment. The name Falconer may be familiar to some horticulturally inclined individuals as he has also provided a specially -bred lily for the coming 2017 International Plowing Match to be held near Walton and is working with the East Wawanosh Reunion committee as well. Kolkman said the best way to get in touch with the Friends of the Village of Blyth group is through Facebook or by e -mailing friendsofblyth@gmail.com l;ur! .,t,„7t Theatre B LITE FESTIVAL THE LAST DONNELLY STANDING Created by Paul Thompson, Gil Garratt & Beth Kates Directed by Paul Thompson 1 Starring Gil Garratt The ultimate fiery epilogue to the bloody Biddulph Feud. Of the seven Donnelly brothers, only one was ever sentenced to hard time in prison; only one was ever convicted of "assault with intent to kill and murder”; only one returned to the charred foundations on the infamous Roman Line to rebuild from the ashes: Robert Donnelly The Last Donnelly Standing tells of the rise and fall of a defiant young man who stood in the face of history and dared to burn it all down with a smile. For Tickets Call 519.523.9300 Toll Free 1.877.862.5984 or visit blythfestival.com 2015-2017 Season Sponsors n Parkland ft spa rIings FUEL CORPORATION Season Media Sponsor OUT Production Sponsor Or alSupply Media Sponsor t4fgrnEth Slydt Festival gratefully acknowledges the support of The Belle of the ball The Friends of the Village of Blyth, a group dedicated to maintaining the gardens and green spaces in the village, has selected the above day lily to be the feature flower of the 140th anniversary of the village. While the flower has been chosen for awhile, the group had to mull over a name and, with the help of an anonymous suggestion, settled on The Belle of Blyth. The name is pending approval from the board that maintains a library of all lilies. (Photo submitted) 30 The Square GODERICH 519 524 781 1 FOR MOVIE INFORMATION... 0 www.movielinks.ca long distance?1-800-265-3438 ori Come and Go Gathering for RUTH & BOB GORDON to celebrate their 50TH WEDDING ANNIVERSARY Saturday, August 27, 2016 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm Belgrave Community Centre Please let your family and friends know as we don't have everyone's contact information. Please no gifts — well wishes only.