SPECIAL EVENTS
DUFFLEBAG THEATRE
. This "nearly world-famous" troupe performs adaptations of fairy tales and Shakespearean classics – with members of the audience. March 17, 7 p.m. at Our Lady of the Mountains Community Centre.CHILDREN FOR CHILDREN
. Recording artist Kibwe launches his new video and the Kibwe Foundation Sunday, March 18, 12:30 p.m. at AlpenRock House. Everyone is invited for appetizers and soft drinks, and to thank the local children who took part in the video. Reservations, call 932-8629.THE TRUTH ABOUT DAUGHTERS
. Nils Ling presents one man’s attempt to make sense of those strange and magical creatures who turn his world upside down. At Our Lady of the Mountains Community Centre March 30, 8 p.m.U-HF (UNHEARD FREQUENCY) EVENT SERIES
. April 1, Christian bands/food and bevies. 7 p.m. at the Whistler Racquet and Golf Resort, 4500 Northlands Boulevard. Experience U-HF=Freedom. Sponsored by Whistler Community Church. Call 938-6295 for information.NORMAN FOOTE AND HIS 100 FEET
. Children’s entertainer performs at the Chateau Whistler April 5 at 7 p.m. A fund-raiser for the Myrtle Philip Primary Music Department. Tickets from Myrtle Philip school or Armchair Books.MEETINGS/WORKSHOPS
COUNCIL MEETING.
The regular Whereas, Whereas, Therefore stuff of municipal council. In council chambers, 7 p.m. March 19, at municipal hall.CHAMBER OF COMMERCE LUNCHEON.
Jeff Dawson, general manager of Community Futures Development Corp., will speak on Small Business-Big Ideas. Luncheon is at 11:45 a.m., March 21 at the Crab Shack. Reservations required; call 932-5528.VOLUNTEER MANAGEMENT WORKSHOP.
Whistler Community Services Society is hosting two workshops on April 1, at Myrtle Philip School, in the Alex Philip Lounge, for all non-profit volunteer groups in Whistler. From 10 a.m. to noon is a Volunteer Management Workshop on Volunteer Recognition; from 12:30-2 p.m. Lou Hilford from B.C. Charitable Gaming Association will explain how groups can access funds. To attend one or both workshops you MUST RSVP before Monday, March 26,to WCSS at 932-0113. Please state your organization and the number of people attending. If you have further questions please contact Diane or Janet at 932-0113.FRIENDS OF THE WHISTLER PUBLIC LIBRARY AGM.
Annual meeting will be April 4, 7:30 p.m. at the library. Call the library at 932-5664 for more information.HELPING HANDS
AMBASSADORS NEEDED.
The ninth annual Sierra Wireless, Air Canada Whistler Cup is an international juvenile ski race that attracts more than 300 skiers from 20 countries. Organizers are looking for volunteers as ambassadors April 4-9 to meet and greet the racers at the hotel, tour the village, accreditation office and attend the coaches meeting if required. Both English and multi-lingual ambassadors are needed. Call the Whistler Mountain Ski Club at 932-4644 to volunteer.WHISTLER CHILDREN’S ART FESTIVAL.
Are you organized? Do you enjoy working with children? The Whistler Community Arts Council is looking for volunteers to help organize the upcoming Whistler Children’s Art Festival, which takes place Saturday, May 26 and Sunday, May 27. If you have a few hours a week over the next two months to commit to the organization of this event, please contact the Arts Council at 938-0498.INTRODUCTION TO NORTHWEST COAST NATIVE ART.
An informative lecture enhancing understanding of the art and culture of the Northwest Coast First People. Approximately 30 minutes long, Mondays at 2 p.m. and Thursdays at 8 p.m., Black Tusk Gallery on Main Street, 905-5540. All are welcome.AT THE MOVIES
HANNIBAL.
WARREN MILLER THEATRE
. The Leopard Lounge in the AlpenRock House shows Ride , one of filmmaker Warren Miller’s classic flicks on Thursdays, at 6 p.m. Extreme sports including snowboarding and skiing guaranteed to make your hair stand on end. The first 10 minutes were shot in Whistler so check out big action on your own home turf.ON THE MOUNTAINS
BLACKCOMB.
Atomiccross, March 22. Nike Snowboard Series Slopestyle, March 24. Mom’s Mountain Classic, March 27. Kokanee Valley Race Series GS, March 29.WHISTLER.
Adult Weekend Race Series, March 18.FREE AVALANCHE AWARENESS TOURS.
Open to all intermediate to advanced boarders and skiers. Tours depart daily at 9 a.m. from the Guest Relations counter in the Blackcomb daylodge. Tours last all day and allow participants to develop a sense of what they need to accomplish before they go out of bounds and into the backcountry.ON THE TRAILS
Come out every Tuesday night between 6 and 8 p.m. for free tips on Classic and Skate cross-country technique. A one time $5 seasonal membership to our local ski club – Whistler Nordics – is all you pay for the instruction. Rentals and trail passes are available at evening rates.
Thursday is a fun time trial focusing on mere participation. It's the Loonie Races winter style! Bring a friend and join in the Apres. Draw prizes and a big bash at the end of the season. Don't forget your twoonie! Both evenings are run by the Cross Country Connection, next to the Ticket Booth in Lost Lake Park. Call 905-0071 for full details or www.crosscountryconnection.bc.ca
WHISTLER CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
TRAINING SOLUTIONS. April is around the corner, register now to avoid disappointment.April 5, Counterfeit Detection — $10
April 6, Workplace Violence Prevention — $135+GST
April 11, Profiting through Total Customer Service — $209+GST
April 11, Foodsafe Level I — $90
Learn Excel, Word and Access at your own pace. CD ROMs available at $35/week.
Information on the above is located on our Web site at www.whistlerchamberof commerce.com or contact Stephanie Wells, training co-ordinator, at 932-5922.
