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HomeMy WebLinkAboutGoderich Signal Star, 2017-05-24, Page 11Wednesday, May 24, 2017 • Signal Star 11 Sean McCann of Great Big Sea coming to Bayfield 16 Sober, Survivor and if Great Big Singer Kathleen Smith Goderich Signal Star Widely known as a member of the internationally renowned band, Great Big Sea, musician Sean McCann is returning to Huron County. McCann„performed last year in the Goderich Celtic Festival and will return to Huron County with a concert on Sunday, June 4 at the Bayfield Town Hall. Breaking his silence on his past addiction and alcohol abuse, Sean uses the mantra 'help yourself' and believes that music caii change lives for the better. "I believe that music saved my life," says McCann, on how writing and performing music has helped him deal with his issues of addic- tion and substance abuse, while showing him how to find strength from the pain. .In January 2014, McCann released his first post Great Big Sea album, 'Help Yourself', which encompasses a wide range of emotions; each song contributing to the narrative of facing and over- coming demons. There was a time of sold -out hockey arenas, but McCann now finds the power of music in touring the country as a solo artist in more intimate venues where he connects with the audience. Using music as therapy, working with people who face physical, mental and addiction challenges, McCann has found that music is a form of therapy. McCann has become a sought after speaker on such topics to help others help themselves find light through the darkness, as he used music to find strength and overcome. In an intimate evening of music, Sean McCann will perform at the Bayfield Town Hall in which he "fell in love with and wanted to come back to this area." Tickets are on sale now, $30 in advance and $35 at the door. Tick- ets are available for purchase at ticketscene.ca or at Ernie King Music in Goderich. For more information on musi- cian Sean McCann, visit www. seanmccannsings.com. Photo courtesy of Sean McCann Sean McCann is coming to perform at the Bayfield Town Hall Sunday, June 4at7pm. Medical students spread out across southwestern Ontario for Discovery Week Discovery Week will see 168 first year medical students from West- ern University's Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry spread out to more than 30 communities throughout southwestern Ontario to receive a hands-on learning experience in rural and regional communities. Western University delivers an academic experience second to none. Since 1878, The Western Experience has combined aca- demic excellence with life-long opportunities for intellectual, social and cultural growth in order to better serve our communities. Our research excellence expands knowledge and drives discovery with real-world appli- cation. Western attracts individ- uals with a broad worldview, seeking to study, influence and lead in the international community. The Discovery Week experience offers a unique learning opportu- nity for these students by providing an intimate understanding of the diverse experiences which impact health and wellness in the centres within Schulich Medicine & Den- tistry's Distributed Education network. The Schulich School of Medi- cine & Dentistry at Western Uni- versity is one of Canada's preem- inent medical and dental schools. Established in 1881, it was one of the founding schools of Western University and is known for being the birthplace of family medicine in Canada. For more than 130 years, the School has demonstrated a com- mitment to academic excellence and a passion for scientific discovery. This year's Discovery Week takes place during one of two weeks, May 22 to 26 or May 29 through June 2. The participating communities extend from St. Thomas to Owen Sound. This year 4 first year medical stu- dents will shadow physicians and visit patients at Alexandra Marine and General Hospital to gain a bet- ter understanding of how patient care is delivered in this community. "Discovery Week is an impor- tant learning opportunity for our students, introducing them, for the first time, to the opportunities and challenges of living and working in a rural or regional community," said Dr. George Kim, assistant dean, Rural and Regional Community Engage- ment at Schulich Medicine & Dentistry. . "Students will be intimately involved in patient care while developing an understanding and appreciation for rural regional medicine:' To arrange interviews with Dr. Kim, please contact Crystal Mac- kay. For information on Discovery Week in your community please contact Alana Ross. MEDIA CONTACT (Schulich Medicine & Dentistry): Crystal Mackay, Media Relations Officer, Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry, Western University, t. 519.661.2111 ext. 80387, c. 519.933.5944, crystal.mackay@ schulich.uwo.ca @ CrystalMackay EVENT CONTACT (Alexandra Marine and General Hospital): Alana Ross, Executive Assistant to President & CEO, Alexandra Marine and General Hospital, Huron Superior Memorials • MONUMENTS • FLAT MARKERS • INSCRIPTIONS Appointments in the privacy of your own home anytime MICHAEL S. 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