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www.insideHALTON.com | OAKVILLE BEAVER | Thursday, December 5, 2013 | 30 Oakville artist's show benefits Ian Anderson House by John Bkila Burlington post Staff Health "Connected to your Community" An Oakville artist who took to painting as a way to celebrate life is giving back to the palliative care centre that took care of her father during his battle with cancer. Resident Mary Pumpelly-Knowland, 41, is hosting her first solo show at the Allegro Café at Whole Foods Market Oakville, 301 Cornwall Rd., and donating 20 per cent of sales to Ian Anderson House (IAH) hospice. Pilates 905-847-0707 Living Well FREE FIRST Mary German Studio Director SESSION GROUP CLASSES PRIVATES & INSTRUCTOR TRAINING in our tenth year. www.livingwellpilates.com Pumpelly-Knowland's father, David Knowland, was admitted to IAH on Jan. 12, 2010 after battling brain cancer -- he died 14 days later. "The cost of a patient to stay there (IAH) is $1,900 per day and my dad was there for 14 days. But that kind of care, you can't measure -- it was way beyond the monetary amount," said Pumpelly-Knowland. "So I wanted to do something to thank them (IAH). I felt like this was not only a way to raise money, but also raise awareness to what they provide." The local artist says the care her father received at IAH was nothing short of incredible with round-theclock assistance for the patient and support for the families involved, as well. "When you can't provide that yourself, it's wonderful to have a place that is very similar to that and makes the person feel as if they're at home. They're incredibly caring and every need is provided for. It was just outstanding," she said. IAH also provides a resource centre with information for those in the community giving palliative care for someone at home. Pumpelly-Knowland's show runs until Jan. 26, 2014 with 12 watercolour and acrylic pieces on display and for sale -- one item is offered through a silent auction and 100 per cent of its proceeds will be donated directly to IAH. Pumpelly-Knowland says she Oakville artist Mary Pumpelly-Knowland has her first solo show featured at the Allegro Café at the Whole Foods Market. The show benefits Ian Anderson House hospice. Here, Pumpelly-Knowland stands with one of the pieces for show and sale, titled El Verano Maravilloso. | submitted photo took up painting as a hobby in 2006 and when her pieces sold at a student show, she started showing her art more seriously. "I've always loved flowers since a child. It (the subject) is what I've started with... and just one of my fa- vourite subjects to paint," she said. "I know one of the things people say about my artwork is that it makes them happy because of the bright colours. I'm drawn to the very strong, vibrant colours. It's just a really beautiful subject matter. We don't always look at a flower so closely." A reception for the exhibit will also be held at the Allegro Café Sunday (Dec. 8) from 5-7 p.m. For more information, visit http:// goo.gl/JcsGOc. HEAR FOR THE HOLIDAYS Spending time with family and friends is one of the greatest joys of the holiday season. A hearing loss can be very isolating. We can help you participate in the fun. This holiday, you will be able to HEAR the punchline of a joke, a grandchild's song, a son's travel story or a daughter's new job experience. Today's digital technology allows easy adjustment to the world of hearing. Book your complimentary hearing test, call HEARING SCIENCES and prepare to be amazed. Time is limited to receive your hearing instruments before the holidays. For more news, visit www.oakvillebeaver.com. "Baby, It's Cold Outside." A Coat, Hat, Gloves, Scarf In Exchange For A Chiropractic Exam, X-ray (if necessary) & Report of Findings with Dr. Jenna Davis For $40! (Regularly $120) Donate Hearing ScienceS Audiology and Hearing Aid Centre and/or 10% off most Acorn Products! Dr. Jenna Davis Family Chiropractor/Acupuncturist 250 Wyecroft Rd., Unit 15, Oakville family health and wellness centre 2419 Marine Drive, Oakville 905-465-3277 (EARS) 905.844.WELL (9355) www.acornhealth.ca drdavis@acornhealth.ca