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The following is part of an ongoing series of pieces by local artist Peter Etril Snyder. In the series, Peter will describe for us some of the works he has created. My late fatherâ€"inâ€"law spent many enjoyable holiâ€" days as a child on his uncle‘s farm. This bridge, which is easily visible from the road on the north side of the Conestogo River west of St. Jacobs, is a charming part of that property. The stream that flows under the bridge makes its way to the Conâ€" estogo River. Opera Ontario to host second annual Opera Bowl An evening of friendly, competitive fiveâ€"pin bowlâ€" ing with prizes and enterâ€" tainment, the Opera Bow!l is an opporsunity for corporaâ€" tions and individuals to support their local opera company through this unique social activity. Bowlers are asked to bring out their retro clothes and strut their stuff in a homage to a bygone era. pera Ontario will be hosting the second annual Opera Bowl in Kitchenerâ€"Waterloo, April 15 from 7â€"9 p.m. in order to raise imporâ€" tant opera dollars, each team is encouraged to colâ€" lect pledges. Prizes will be awarded to those for best costume, highest and lowest score, and most pledges acquired. A grand prize will be offered from BK Motors. The cost to participate is $30 for individual registraâ€" tion or $250 for corporate team registration. Registraâ€" tion includes: bowling, entertainment, refreshâ€" ments, and equipment rental. This event will be of interest to those looking for something different or are a company interested in building team spirit by chalâ€" lenging coworkers, colâ€" leagues, neighbours, friends and family. Teams should consist of four to five playâ€" ers. No bowling skills are required ‘Opera Bow! will be held at Victoria Bowling lanes, 280 Victoria St. S., Kitchener. Space is limited and reservations are on a first come, first served basis. Snyder‘s Bridge In all the years that I have For registration and 1 find that when I travel, I may focus a painting on a facet of an area to which the locals â€" have _ become immune. Observation is one of the parts of life to which I want to be receptive. Part of my training as an artist was the development of visual sensitivity. After all these years I am still surprised at how far 1 need to progress in this area. pledge forms, call 578â€"5573, ext. 224. Tune to FM 98.5 Friday at 8:15 a.m. for a discussion about this piece with the artist himself. Peter Etril Snyâ€" der is a lifeâ€"long resident of Waterloo who operates a gallery at 59 Erb. St. E. in Waterloo. For more inforâ€" mation, visit www.snyderâ€" gallery.com. of Waterioc Region Please support The Food Bank of Waterloo Region‘s SPRING FOOD DRIVE by making your donation at the nearest grocery store or firehall. You can also make a donation at www.thefoodbank.ca Sun This ad :'ponm-:lubry WATERLOO CHRONICLE Life Financial Leadership Sponsors: aany . ATTACK, CFP P9Q Come Punnies DENISON f i