SPECIAL EVENTS
USED BOOK SALE
Saturday and Sunday, May 18-19, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in front of IGA. All proceeds to benefit the school libraries at Whistler Secondary and the new elementary school at Spring Creek. Donation boxes located in TD Martketplace, Nesters, Myrtle Philip Community School and Whistler Secondary.
GREAT GARDENS, GREAT PLANTS
Vancouver Sun columnist speaks at the Fairmont Chateau Whistler, May 18, 5 p.m. He addresses the joys and challenges of gardening. Tickets are $7 at the door.
WHISTLER GRADS/FIREFIGHTERS CAR WASH
Sunday, May 19, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Whistler grads and Whistler Firefighters will be washing cars in front of the TD Bank in Markeplace. Money raised will go toward this years graduation and 50 per cent will go to the Rowland Childrens Trust on behalf of the firefighters and grads.
WET & WILD WHISTLER WETLAND TOURS!
AWARE's Valley Bottom Wetlands and Greenbelt Committee is leading tours of the White Gold Wetlands every Sunday throughout May. Meet Sunday's (May 19 and 26) at 10 a.m. in the Boot parking lot. Call Tina 604-938-3473 for more info.
CUBS, CLOVER AND COURTSHIP
Whistler Bearlife Slide Series features local black bear researcher Michael Allen, Tuesday, May 21, 7 p.m. at the Fairmont Chateau Whistler. $10 admission. Proceeds support the winter 2002-03 Sleeping Bear Program.
BIRDING IN ECUADOR
A slideshow presentation by Pemberton Dr. Nigel Mathews, at the Pemberton Public Library Thursday, May 23, 7:30 p.m.
WHISTLER CHILDRENS ART FESTIVAL
Twenty years ago Whistler parents concerned about the lack of arts in the valley got together to put on a festival for local children. Its now Whistlers longest running festival, with workshops on a variety of arts-related subjects, as well as professional entertainers. May 25-26 at Myrtle Philip school.
WHISTLER VALLEY TRAIL RUN
Join in the 6 km and 10 km run, May 26, 9 a.m. All proceeds go to the Whistler/Blackcomb Foundation. Entry forms or inquiries for volunteers call Paul Varcica 604-935-5559.
WHISTLER CHILDREN'S CHORUS BOTTLE DRIVE
Bring bottles to Nesters and Function Junction Recycling Depots, May 26, noon-4 p.m. Donations of refundables gratefully accepted on behalf of the Whistler Children's Chorus Unisong Fund.
MADHATTERS TEA PARTY
The Whistler Garden Group is having a plant swap and Spring Bonnet contest at Gay Cluer's home at 5658 Alta Lake Road, June 2, 2:30-5 p.m. Bring a twoonie for the "growth fund" and sandwiches, cakes or cookies to share.
WHISTLER PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY
The society is looking for photographers to exhibit in the upcoming Jazz and Blues festival photo exhibition. The show will run June 14-16 in the Cinnamon Bear Lounge in conjunction with Tourism Whistler's Jazz and Blues festival. The exhibition is open to all members of the Whistler Photographic Society. Each photographer is asked to submit two images of music or musicians. For information or to register call Leanna Rathkelly at 604-938-9808.
MEETINGS/WORKSHOPS
WHISTLER COUNCIL
Public hearings on the Brandywine Creek hydro proposal and the Function Junction transit facility. Tuesday, May 21, 7 p.m. at municipal hall.
OLYMPIC INFOZONE
Ken Baker, executive director of environment and sustainability for the 2010 bid, will present a strategic environmental assessment of current bid plans and discuss initial plans for sustainable management systems during the Games. May 22, 7 p.m. at the Whistler Mountain Ski Club Cabin.
ADULT FIGURE DRAWING
Draw nude models in your choice of dry medium. Monday evenings, 6-9 p.m. at MY Place. Facilitated by Mark of Lotus and Britt Germann. Registration and information at repeatingwords@hotmail.com or phone 604-932-0415. Male/female models needed, nudity not necessarily required.
WHISTLER/PEMBERTON BIG BROTHERS & SISTERS
Annual General Meeting at the Fairmont Chateau Whistler, May 22. Meeting commences at 7 p.m. All welcome to attend to find out what has been happening in the Agency during the last year. Also looking for new Board and Committee members.
WHISTLERS ONLY POLITICAL PARTY
Meets every three weeks at ...Gone Bakery. Please call Chris Childs at 604-938-6318 ext. 222 or e-mail WSG@yahoogroups.com for next meeting date.
ON THE MOUNTAINS
BLACKCOMB
Closed. Re-opening June 10 for summer operations.
WHISTLER
Showcase Showdown quarterpipe is the last event of the winter season, May 18-19. Mountain bike park opens May 18 with Mudfest 2002 and the Crud to Mud race.
AT THE MOVIES
SPIDERMAN
Slated to be the 2002 summer blockbuster about the high school student turned webslinger, Spidey (Tobey Maguire) battles the Green Goblin (Willem Dafoe) and falls for the prettiest girl in school (Kirsten Dunst). At the Rainbow Theatre, May 10-16, at 7 p.m. and 9:15 p.m. Also Saturday and Sunday matinees at 2:30 p.m. and 4:30 p.m.
HELPING HANDS
WHISTLER CHILDREN'S ART FESTIVAL
The 2002 Whistler Children's Art Festival, on May 25-26 at the Myrtle Philip Community School, is looking for volunteers who love to work with children, have an art background, or simply like to help. Volunteers are needed in the following areas: festival set-up and take-down, art workshop helpers and
cafe helpers. Help make this community event a success! Contact the Arts
Council office at 604-935-8419.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
11 th Annual Valley Trail Run, 5 km and 10 km run on Sunday, May 26. Call Paul Vacirca at 604-935-5559.
MORE VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
The Big Bike is coming to Whistler for the Heart and Stroke Foundation. Teams will ride a 30-person bike for 25 minutes, June 12. To participate or volunteer call Marian Toft at 604-983-8492.
RIDES TO AND FROM WHISTLER
The Jack Bell Foundation, a registered non-profit organization, is expanding its van pool/car pool service between Squamish and Whistler. New riders are now being accepted. For further information call Malea at 1-888-593-7433, or Alan at 604-932-2222/604-898-4531, or register online at www.ride-share.com
WHISTLER ANIMALS GALORE
WAG is now a registered charitable organization and can issue tax receipts for gifts and donations made.
MY YOUTH CENTRE
Now open at Maurice Young Millennium Place. Activities include ping pong, pool table, Playstation, Nintendo, Internet access, big screen projection TV, day and overnight trips and tons of other activities. Needed are donations of videos, games, Playstation and Nintendo games and any other "cool" stuff. For hours of operation call 935-8410.
J.J. WHISTLER BEAR SOCIETY >>
People and Bears Living in Harmony. Learn more about coexisting with bears in your backyard. Call us at 604-905-4209 or visit us online at www.bearsmart.com < http://www.bearsmart.com > (email: info@bearsmart.com )
UPWARD BOUND
This free program is to assist persons with a disability to prepare for, obtain, and keep employment or self-employment. Opportunities Fund financial assistance may be available for skills development or wage subsidies. Sponsored by HRDC, this service is available to qualified residents of the Sea to Sky Corridor. Call 1-877-932-3312 ext. 1 to book an appointment.
COATS FOR KIDS
Winter coats for children of all ages can be dropped off at Dual Mountain Drycleaners, both locations, at Market Pavilion and Function Junction. Coats are accessed by anyone in need through the Re-use It Centre. For more information contact Whistler Community Services at 604-932-0113 or Jane Pratt at 604-935-7500.
WHISTLER CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
TRAINING SOLUTIONS.Training Sessions May/June
May 23, New Employee Orientation $95 + GST
May 24, First Aid Level 1 - $72
May 27-29, The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People - $1,795 + GST
June 3, Conflict Resolution III $109
June 4, Foodsafe Level I $90 + GST
June 6, Leadership vs. Management
Complete information on the Web site at www.whistlerchamberof commerce.com, or contact Caroline or Kristyna at 604-932-5922.
WHISTLER EMPLOYMENT CENTRE
Free workshops on resume and interview skills. Make sure you have the latest information on job search skills so that you can optimize your chances for employment. Call Marta or Sara @ 604-932-6281 to reserve a seat and to confirm time and location.
PEMBERTON EMPLOYMENT CENTRE
Job Search Workshops
Come and join us at the Pemberton employment Centre to find out how to prepare a winning resume, cover letter, or the latest interview technique and other job-related topics. For more information or to sign up call 604-894-1727. Limited spaces available. Workshops are free and are offered on the second and fourth Tuesday of the month, from 10 a.m. to noon.