WPCNR PERSPECTIVES. May 28, 2007: A reader sends along news of this unique exhibit of World War II veterans whose work will be displayed in Bridgeport and New Haven this week:

Doug Leigh, standing with two of his WWII based oil paintings  "Art in the Face of War" exhibit is at the City Lights Gallery at 37 Markle Court, off State Street in Bridgeport.  Mon-Fri 10-5:30  Sat 11-4   (203) 334-7748 . There are also two more exhibitions of note including showing a documentary on "Art in the Face of War," and an exhibition of Iraqi War photographs in New Haven

The show consists of the work of 8 exhibiting artists who are all WWII Vets. Some artwork has been recently executed, some are the sketches and photos from their war days. Wednesday, May 30th from 12-1 you can bring your own lunch, some refreshments will be served and some of the artists will be speaking about their work and experience.

On Thursday June 14 at 6:30 there will be a showing of "a documentary, "Art in the Face of War" featuring all 8 artists. All of the artists are from Connecticut.

Also, even further away - Thursday, May 31, 8pm at the United Church on the Green in New Haven, 323 Temple Street (Corner of Elm)  (203) 901- 7558 or visit www.Danielsmith.com Images of Iraq - Photographer Daniel
Smith, ON THE EVE OF HIS RETURNING TO IRAQ, will speak about his embedded experiences in Iraq in a visual presentation accompanied by violinist Netta Hadari, playing the music of Bach.

 Special Guest will be Scott Harris of the nationally syndicated radio prpgram "Bewtween the Lines"  Q&A following
Suggested donation: $5 - $35 (voluntary)  All proceeds to support charities, including Dan's efforts to bring medical supplies to Iraq. Complimentary food & wine provided by local restaurants.

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