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‘The Art’ in Gander getting facelift thanks in part to Blue Jays – The Journal Pioneer
COVID-19 has wiped out provincial baseball play for this summer, but the Town of Gander will be ready and able to stage the 2021 all-Newfoundland senior B championship on what might be best described as a spanking new Art Walker Memorial Ball Park.
The old baseball field was showing its age of late, but improvements over the past year, and more on the way, will ensure “The Art” is ready when ‘Play Ball!’ is called next summer.
And a lot of thanks can go to the Toronto Blue Jays.
Gander was recently named a recipient of a $25,000 grant from the Jays Care Foundation, the charitable arm of the Blue Jays.
Gander is the fourth municipality in Newfoundland and Labrador to receive funding, to the tune of close to $350,000, from the Jays Care Foundation, joining Mount Pearl, Paradise and Grand Falls-Windsor.
The Art Walker Ball Park was, according to Gander baseball president Rod Feltham, neglected the last 10 or 15 years , but improvements started last fall with a new grass infield, “that’s really starting to take shape”, a resurfaced red clay infield and warning track. Improvements will also be made to the dugouts.
The $25,000 from the Jays and money from the Town of Gander will be used to pay for the upgrades, in addition to work on the pitcher’s mound and home plate area.
The issue of the Gander ball park made news last summer when Gander won the provincial senior B championship, shocking the Corner Brook Barons.
The Gander Pilots won the all-Newfoundland championship despite not having a league in which to play, or a ball park.
“We had no field for our minor kids, we couldn’t host a senior championship, We all agreed, ‘Let’s get the ball park on the go,’ back to a field we can play on.” — Rod Feltham
The Pilots were comprised of a group of ball players from Gander playing baseball elsewhere in the province.
A group of former Gander baseball players — Feltham, Brad Parsons and Rob Kelly (the latter two had been living in Ontario, but moved home) — got together with the goal of getting The Art back up to scratch.
The ball park is located behind Cohen’s Furniture Store, which was once the Gander Gardens hockey rink.
“We had no field for our minor kids, we couldn’t host a senior championship,” Feltham said. “We all agreed, ‘Let’s get the ball park on the go,’ back to a field we can play on.”
The ball park will have senior dimensions — 300 feet down the lines and 366 feet to dead centre field — but it can be configured to a minor field, certainly for bantam and midget play, if needed.
Robin Short is The Telegram’s sports editor. Email him at robin.short@thetelegram.com. On Twitter: @telyrobinshort
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The Courtauld Gallery at Somerset House has reopened its doors to the public after a fire swept through the historic building in central London. While the gallery has resumed operations, the rest of the iconic site remains closed “until further notice.”
On Saturday, approximately 125 firefighters were called to the scene to battle the blaze, which sent smoke billowing across the city. Fortunately, the fire occurred in a part of the building not housing valuable artworks, and no injuries were reported. Authorities are still investigating the cause of the fire.
Despite the disruption, art lovers queued outside the gallery before it reopened at 10:00 BST on Sunday. One visitor expressed his relief, saying, “I was sad to see the fire, but I’m relieved the art is safe.”
The Clark family, visiting London from Washington state, USA, had a unique perspective on the incident. While sightseeing on the London Eye, they watched as firefighters tackled the flames. Paul Clark, accompanied by his wife Jiorgia and their four children, shared their concern for the safety of the artwork inside Somerset House. “It was sad to see,” Mr. Clark told the BBC. As a fan of Vincent Van Gogh, he was particularly relieved to learn that the painter’s famous Self-Portrait with Bandaged Ear had not been affected by the fire.
Blaze in the West Wing
The fire broke out around midday on Saturday in the west wing of Somerset House, a section of the building primarily used for offices and storage. Jonathan Reekie, director of Somerset House Trust, assured the public that “no valuable artefacts or artworks” were located in that part of the building. By Sunday, fire engines were still stationed outside as investigations into the fire’s origin continued.
About Somerset House
Located on the Strand in central London, Somerset House is a prominent arts venue with a rich history dating back to the Georgian era. Built on the site of a former Tudor palace, the complex is known for its iconic courtyard and is home to the Courtauld Gallery. The gallery houses a prestigious collection from the Samuel Courtauld Trust, showcasing masterpieces from the Middle Ages to the 20th century. Among the notable works are pieces by impressionist legends such as Edouard Manet, Claude Monet, Paul Cézanne, and Vincent Van Gogh.
Somerset House regularly hosts cultural exhibitions and public events, including its popular winter ice skating sessions in the courtyard. However, for now, the venue remains partially closed as authorities ensure the safety of the site following the fire.
Art lovers and the Somerset House community can take solace in knowing that the invaluable collection remains unharmed, and the Courtauld Gallery continues to welcome visitors, offering a reprieve amid the disruption.
Sudbury’s annual art and music festival is marking a significant milestone this year, celebrating its long-standing impact on the local cultural scene. The festival, which has grown from a small community event to a major celebration of creativity, brings together artists, musicians, and visitors from across the region for a weekend of vibrant performances and exhibitions.
The event features a diverse range of activities, from live music performances to art installations, workshops, and interactive exhibits that highlight both emerging and established talent. This year’s milestone celebration will also honor the festival’s history by showcasing some of the artists and performers who have contributed to its success over the years.
Organizers are excited to see how the festival has evolved, becoming a cornerstone of Sudbury’s cultural landscape. “This festival is a celebration of creativity, community, and the incredible talent we have here in Sudbury,” said one of the event’s coordinators. “It’s amazing to see how it has grown and the impact it continues to have on the arts community.”
With this year’s milestone celebration, the festival promises to be bigger and better than ever, with a full lineup of exciting events, workshops, and performances that will inspire and engage attendees of all ages.
The festival’s milestone is not just a reflection of its past success but a celebration of the continued vibrancy of Sudbury’s arts scene.
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