Whistler

THE ALTA LAKE SCHOOL>> A non-profit independent school which follows a Waldorf curriculum from Pre-school to Grade 5.

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.

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.

BLACKCOMB>> Blackcomb is closed until the 2004/05 season. WHISTLER>> The Whistler Mountain Bike Park is open daily from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sightseeing tours are also available.

COUNCIL>> The next regular council meeting takes place on Monday Sept. 20 at 6:30 p.m. in council chambers at muni hall.

SEPTEMBER STARGAZING SERIES>> The Whistler Astronomy Club is hosting a star gazing series on Saturday’s throughout September. Meet at Rainbow Park at 8 p.m. on Sept. 18.

Everyone has a story about the Boot.

The Whistler Fisheries Stewardship Group is going all out this year for B.C. Rivers Day, a province-wide celebration sponsored by the Outdoor Recreation Council of B.C.

Local charities will get a $55,000 boost from the money raised at the annual Telus Mountain Valley Golf Classic.

Two CN Rail workers were seriously injured Monday after boulders crashed down on them during rock stabilization work on the edge of Green Lake near the Nicklaus North Golf Club.