RE-USE-IT CENTRE. Open daily, noon-5 p.m. at the recycling depot in Function Junction. New or used items that are clean, in good shape and working order will be accepted.
WHISTLER BOTTLE DEPOT.
Open Friday-Monday, noon-4 p.m. at the recycling depot on Nesters Road, next to municipal works yard . Most drinkable containers are now on the deposit-refund system, except for milk products and meal replacements. Commercial loads accepted by appointment. Call 932-3733.WHISTLER MUSEUM.
Current displays are Whistler Then and Now; A look at events and historical trivia from Whistler’s incorporation in 1975 to the year 2000, including excerpts from Pique’s own Whistler — History in the Making book. Open 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Thursdays through Sundays. For information, research requests or tour bookings call 932-2019. Located at 4329 Main Street (next to the library in Village North).
WHISTLER PUBLIC LIBRARY.
The library’s hours are 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays, and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. Closed Wednesdays. Located at 4329 Main Street, Village North.
SIGN LANGUAGE IN WHISTLER
. Please call 604-894-3369 for more information.FOOD BANK.
The Whistler Community Services Society’s food bank is open the first and third Monday of each month. Food bank distribution hours are between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. The food bank is located behind Our Lady of the Mountains Catholic Church, at the bottom of Lorimer Road. Donations are always welcome. For more urgent food bank requirements call 932-0113.COMMUNITY INTERNET CAFE.
At Whistler Secondary Community School , Tuesdays, Fridays and Sundays 6:30-9:30 p.m. Best e-mail and Internet rates in town: $3 per 30 min. per person, to maximum of $9.BIG BROTHERS, BIG SISTERS.
Are you a single parent? Could your child use another positive influence in their life? Someone they could befriend and spend some quality time with? Big Brothers/Sisters of Whistler/Pemberton is looking for children to be paired up with caring, fun-loving, and responsible volunteers for 2-4 hours a week. For more information, or to sign your child up for this special opportunity, call Kim at 938-9299.EMPLOYMENT CENTRE.
The Whistler Chamber of Commerce Employment Centre, located at the corner of Highway 99 and Lake Placid Road, is open Monday through Friday (except statutory holidays) 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.. Visit the office and see what employment opportunities are posted. For more information call Marta at 932-6281THE ALTA LAKE SCHOOL.
Are you interested in an education for your child which integrates academic, artistic and practical activities to cultivate the imagination and stimulate the intellect? The Alta Lake School is a non-profit independent school which follows a Waldorf inspired curriculum. The school is currently accepting enrolment for Grades 2 and 3. For information please contact Peggy @ 932-4968, Vicky @ 932-4127 or Michelle @ 905-6846.S.O.U.L. (Seekers of Universal Love)
is an informal network of strong, spiritual women in our community. We meet on the first Tuesday of every month for a potluck dinner in our members’ homes. Women of all cultural and spiritual traditions welcome equally. For info, call Heather 932-0456 or Darlene 905-5380.HEALTH
SAFE HEALTHY SEXUALITY CLINIC.
Free HIV testing. Birth control counseling and supplies, STD testing and treatment, pregnancy counselling and other professional services at a reduced cost. Confidentiality assured. SAFE — Coast Garibaldi Health unit, second floor, Whistler Health Care Centre, 4380 Lorimer Road, 932 3202. Clinic open Tuesdays, 4:30-7:30 p.m. Due to high demand Thursday clinics, 5-7 p.m. will recommence July 5.HEALTHY PREGNANCY OUTREACH PROGRAM.
Nutritional and lifestyle support for pregnant women. Call 932-3312.WHISTLER COMMUNITY SERVICES.
This local non-profit organization provides health and wellness programs and support services to Whistler residents. Call 932-0113 for information. Office hours: Tuesday-Friday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Location: Myrtle Philip school.KIDSPORT WHISTLER.
Financial assistance is provided to local financially restricted families so "All kids can play." For information call Sheila Mozes at 905-9393 or 938-3133, ext. 350 or Janet McDonald at 932-0113.PEARL’S PLACE TRANSITION HOUSE
(Squamish). Call toll-free 1-877-890-5711, or 892-5711 in Squamish, direct to support workers available to listen to and support women experiencing abuse. The shelter can house seven women and children.CANCER SUPPORT & FRIENDS.
The Canadian Cancer Society has volunteer peer counselors available for one-on-one chats with cancer patients and their friends and families. In addition, a group of cancer survivors and friends get together for events such as skiing, hiking and barbecues on a regular basis. For information call Joanne Turner at 938-1902.WHISTLER YOUTH OUTREACH WORKER.
Private or group confidential support for young adults, ages 17-27, facing challenges with alcohol and drugs, anger management, employment, suicide, homesickness, mental and physical health, conflict or poverty. Available 24 hours. Call Greg at 938-3902.ELIZABETH MANSO VISITING VOLUNTEERS.
A volunteer support group for the incapacitated who do not have the support, help and comfort needed. In case of confinement to home, either terminal or temporary, the group can be called upon for assistance. Call the Whistler Community Services Society at 932-0113 for more information.SUPPORT COUNSELLING,
for women regarding abuse and relationship issues. Call Nancy Routley at 932-3312, no charge.DRUG/ALCOHOL INFORMATION & COUNSELLING.
Do you experience difficulties related to your drug/alcohol use? Call for information and counselling; youth and adults welcome. Marlise Witschi, A&D counsellor, 932-3312, no charge.JUDITH HOILETT M.ED Registered Clinical Counsellor.
15 years experience working with couples, individuals, teens and groups experiencing relationship or emotional difficulties. Call Whistler: 932-1392 or Pemberton/D'Arcy: 894-1667.STEPHEN L.
MILSTEIN, Ph.D. Registered Psychologist . Assessment, individual and family therapy, by appointment. 938-3511.PARENT-TOT DROP-IN.
In the Millar Room, Myrtle Philip school, Mondays , Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays, 10 a.m.-noon.PEMBERTON PARENT INFANT DROP-IN
. Facilitated by Caprii Mohammed, Public Health Nurse. Every Monday 11-12:30 at Coast Garibaldi Pemberton Health Centre, 1403 Portage Road. Call 894-6367 for information.ANAD SUPPORT.
Association for Awareness and Networking around Disordered Eating is an ongoing support group in Whistler, meeting on Wednesday evenings, for women 19+ who experience issues around food, weight and body image. For information call Sheila at 932-4519 or Judith at 894-1667.VICTIM SERVICES.
A victim is someone affected by a crime, a tragedy such as homicide, assault, sudden death, suicide or attempt, serious injury, motor vehicle accident, break-in or robbery. Victim Services will listen, help or refer you. We are trained and skilled in matters of victimization/trauma. Strictly confidential. In Whistler and Pemberton call our toll-free pager at 1-800-524-8488.RELIGION
WHISTLER VILLAGE CHURCH
— Ecumenical Protestant worship services 9 a.m. at Maurice Young Millennium Place, 4335 Blackcomb Way in Village. Sunday Bible Club ages 8-12 drop off 9 a.m. pick up 10 a.m. Info: 935-8422OUR LADY OF THE MOUNTAINS ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH.
Mass Schedule: Saturday, 4:30 p.m.; Sunday, 8:30 a.m. For weekday masses please call 905-4781. Located at 6299 Lorimer Road.WHISTLER COMMUNITY CHURCH.
You are welcome to attend our Sunday morning services at 10 a.m. in the Myrtle Philip Community Centre, 6195 Lorimer Road. We provide Sunday school for children up to Grade 6. For information call Tim Unruh at the church office, 932-3139.
