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The Lucknow Sentinel, 2016-06-15, Page 101 0 Lucknow Sentinel • Wednesday, June 15, 2016 KSMF's Broadsway' hits the stage this Friday, June 17 Bruce Power post- secondary scholarship program now open What do you get when you combine two award-winning Jazz singers, a Dora Award - nominated music director, and an array of music as wide as the smiles of their audience members' faces? The answer is: "BROAD - SWAY" which takes place Friday June 17, 7:30 p.m. at the Knox Presbyterian Church as part of the Kincar- dine Summer Music Festival Anniversary Concert Series Heather Bambrick, Diane Leah and Julie Michels are all very busy women, work- ing in a number of projects and musical genres. It's this degree of exciting musical energy that brought them together, and helped them create a show that is eclectic, funny, and very, very musical. Julie and Heather (also host of "Wake Up ... " on JAZZ.FM91) are both acclaimed Jazz performers, and Diane is a Dora Mayor Moore Award nominated Music Director, pianist and arranger. Their combined experi- ence brings together the classic sounds of Broadway music, the improvisation of Submitted Kincardine Summer Music Festival presents `Broadsway' starring Heather Bambrick, Diane Leah and Julie Michel June 17, 2016 at Knox Presbyterian Church in Kincadine. Jazz, a pop sensibility, and their unique senses of humour. They truly are three broads, doing it their own way ... hence, `Broadsway': Their repertoire ranges from Gershwin to Gaga, from Sondheim to Schwartz and virtually anything - and eve- rything - in between. With a marvelous musical meshing, and a healthy dose of humour, "Broadsway" truly does have something for everyone. The Broads love working together and you will love watching them world "Heather, Julie and Diane have the kind of musical connection that makes magic. With those amazing voices and Diane's arranging and playing skills these 3 powerhouse ladies make one super entertaining show filled with humor, passion and smarts. Do yourself a favor and make sure you catch Broadsway bringing down the house"! - Micah Barnes, vocalist / former member of Juno award -winner ensemble The Nylons This concert is generously sponsored by Matchett Financial Services Tickets are $25 at Jerome Flowers and Gifts, Kincar- dine's Scottish Shop, or Ralph's Hi -Way Shopette in Port Elgin or online at Tick- etScene and at the door. For the sixth consecutive year, Bruce Power has launched a $50,000 scholar- ship program aimed at stu- dents pursuing post -second- ary education in Bruce, Grey and Huron counties. Students who are enrolled in a skilled -trade, college or university for the 2016/17 academic year are invited to apply for one of 100, $500 scholarships. "Education opens so many doors for people and, as the region's largest employer, we feel a responsi- bility to encourage and sup- port our youth in pursuing post -secondary education," said James Scongack, Bruce Power's Vice President of Corporate Affairs. The scholarship program, which builds on existing Bruce Power commence- ment awards for Grade 8 and high school graduates, as well as two scholarships for Aboriginal students, exemplifies the company's commitment to youth development and educa- tion. There are no limita- tions on areas of study and some special considerations are in place to ensure a broad reach and diverse group have the opportunity to reach their goals. The program's aim is to reach as many students as possible with a one-time monetary pledge of support during their academic studies. "We hope that by provid- ing financial assistance to local students, we help them to achieve their educational goals," Scongack added. In 2016, Bruce Power will invest $100,000 in scholar- ships and commencement awards for students through- out our region. To apply for one of Bruce Power's $500 scholarships, visit http:// www.brucepower.com/in- the-community/scholar- ships/. The application period is now open, with a deadline of July 8 at 3 p.m. Funding to our health care system will increase by over $1 billion this year. ontario.ca/bettercare Investing in new and better ways for all Ontarians to get the care they need means: • 700 new doctors and specialists • 35 hospitals currently being renewed, modernized or expanded • $250 million invested in home and community care • $345 million invested to improve wait times and access to care These investments ensure a strong health care system for both today and tomorrow. Paid for by the Government of Ontario r/r" Ontario