Whistler

THE WHISTLER WALDORF SCHOOL Preschool to Grade 8. The school is dedicated to nurturing the child's capacity of wonder, reverence and responsibility while providing a curriculum of the highest quality.

BALSAM STREET DAYCARE A fun, creative, active and positive atmosphere! Run by a stay-at-home mother of an 18-month-old boy, with a small home daycare. There's a play/craft area, stroller, wagon, sled and large yard area for playing.

ALPINE CLUB OF CANADA, WHISTLER SECTION Outdoor club focused on mountaineering, ski touring, climbing and hiking. Trip schedule at www.alpineclubofcanada.ca/sections/whistler.html. Call 604-902-1772 for details.

What: WHISTLER/BLACKCOMB OPEN The ski and snowboard season is here! The mountains are open from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. each day. Check www.whistlerblackcomb.com for daily updates.

What: FOODSAFE LEVEL I Think you know how to keep food safe? Think again - you've got a lot to learn. Get it all at this training course for all food handlers - cooks, servers and dishwashers. $99 plus GST. When: Friday March 13, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

What: BI-WEEKLY ARTISAN MARKET Local artisans gather at this bi-weekly event to show off local food, jewelry, art and more! Take home something unique from Whistler. When: Thursday March 12, 3 p.m. - 7 p.m.

Chatsworth House, the residence of the Duke and Duchess of Devonshire, holds one of the world's great art collections

The general manager of MY Millennium Place announced this week he's leaving the society to work with the Vancouver Organizing Committee for the 2010 Olympics.

After years of intense negotiations, the municipality finally took possession of MY Millennium Place from the Whistler Interfaith Society Tuesday.

Construction to begin in April; equipment should be operational in October