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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.

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 year’s graduation and 50 per cent will go to the Rowland Children’s 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 CHILDREN’S 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. It’s now Whistler’s 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.

WHISTLER’S 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.