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www.oakvillebeaver.com The Oakville Beaver, Friday June 15, 2007 - 37 Preparing to hog the spotlight Continued from page 36 of their lives. For McCabe-Bennett, watching the changes that students go through is one of the most rewarding parts about being an instructor with the camp. "You will see a kid who on day one, had maybe never set foot on a stage before, or they had done one or two little things and they are kind of shy," said McCabe-Bennett. "By the end, they are coming up with one liners and getting huge laughs, and hogging the spotlight and they're helping other kids, doing things together." According to Mustafa, the success of the program comes from the teaching approach that mixes application and knowledge to give students a well-rounded experience, which concludes with a trip to Stratford Festival to see a production. "It's a really good balance," said Mustafa. "If you want to put it in grown-up terms, it's theory and practical. Even when they are learning theory, it's not just them sitting there and hearing us talk. We get up and do it, we get up and show them, show the possibilities of what can happen. Not only do they get to hear it and get to do it, but then when we go to Stratford, they get to see what the possibilities are." Along with the two-week camps, West End also offers a one-week half-day camp for children aged four to six. Like its two-week counterpart, the half-day camp also runs four times over the course of the summer. With both the half-day and full-day camps, and the amount of returning students, it's not unusual for staff to bond with the kids as they see them grow over the years. "Some kids have been coming since they were seven, eight, nine and now they are 14, 15 and 16," said Mustafa. "And that's really weird to see. It really is amazing. It's a good experience." Sessions for both levels begin in July and interested parties are encouraged to register early as the sessions fill up quickly. More information on the drama camp can be found at www.westendstudiotheatre.com or by calling West End directly at 905-8459378. Tickets still available to sail a Tall Ship For two days only, Friday, June 22 and Saturday June 23, residents and visitors to Bronte Harbour and Village will have the opportunity to sail on the Empire Sandy, a replica tall ship. The event is an annual fundraiser for the Bronte Butterfly Foundation, and the Saturday evening cruise has sold out early. There are still a few tickets left for the Friday evening light jazz and wine dinner cruise or if you prefer day- time sailing, the Saturday luncheon sunshine sail has a few tickets available as well. Reserve your tickets by calling 905-825-2245. The afternoon sail costs $59 per person and tickets cost $79 for Friday evening. The Barry Canning Band will be the headliner for the Saturday night Rock & Roll party aboard the Tall Ship. Friday night's light jazz is danceable music with DJ Ian Clarke. For information about the Butterfly Park & Winter Skateway call 905-825-2245, drop by the office at 2368 Lakeshore Rd. W. or visit www.butterflys.ca. Think Green. Be Cool. Breath Easy. HUGE CENTRAL AIR & FURNACE $ Up to BEST PRICES EVER! SALE * Cash PLAY ALL DAY AT THE MATTAMY CHILDREN'S VILLAGE 3800 Back AND MANUFACTURERS GOV. CASH BACK CASH BACK NO PAYMENT! NO INTEREST! FOR 1 YEAR *OAC UP TO UP TO UP TO $1500 + $1500 + $800 Science North! u Try On Armour! u Inflatable! u Sports & Games! u Sand-Castle Building! u Jake-from-the-Lake Birthday Tent! u plus... u Pizza Pizza Puppet Parade & Backyard Circus u *Call for details. Financing Available u YTV WOW u HYDRO CASH BACK Enjoy it at the Waterfront Festival 8 Locations To Serve You Better! www.aireone.com 1-888-827-2665 June 22, 23, 24 ~ Coronation Park 905-849-4998 www.oakvillefestival.com 6-PART SERIES BEGINS JUNE 9. Full Circle A FAMILY GUIDE TO ELDERCARE If you are caring for an elderly parent or you are a senior in need of assisted care, you won't want to miss this 6-part series beginning June 9 in The Hamilton Spectator. This consumer's guide will focus on issues specific to elderly people who need some form of extra help; not active and independent seniors. The topics covered are designed to help the "sandwich generation" navigate through the myriad of services that the elderly might need to access. 620 Go online at www.thespec.com for access to the guide and more.