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SPECIAL EVENTS

LISA LINDO. Part of the Whistler Community Arts Council’s series at Maurice Young Millennium Place, March 22, 8 p.m.

VETTA CHAMBER MUSIC.

Chamber ensemble return to Whistler March 23, 8 p.m. at Maurice Young Millennium Place.

WEIRD SEX AND SNOWSHOES.

Vancouver Sun movie critic Katherine Monk speaks at the Whistler Public Library March 25, 7:30 p.m. Monk’s book, Weird Sex and Snowshoes, looks at Canadians in film.

TOP OF THE WORLD SLIDE SHOW.

William Jans’ presents images and sounds from his exotic adventure through India and the Everest region of Nepal. At the Chateau Whistler March 29, 7:30 p.m.

TREKKING IN TIBET SLIDE SHOW.

William Jans is back again, with scenes from his journey through Laos, southern China and the Tibetan Plateau. At the Chateau Whistler March 30, 7:30 p.m.

JANA DUPUIS STUDIO RECITAL.

On March 31 Dupuis holds a studio recital from students in her classes. The recital is held at The Westin Resort and Spa, and students perform two pieces each. For information call 604-938-6435.

WHISTLER DAFFODIL DAY 2002.

One-hundred volunteers are needed to sell daffodils at Nesters, IGA, The Grocery Store and Upper Village Market on Saturday, March 30. All proceeds to benefit the Canadian Cancer Society. If you can donate two hours of your time, please call Joanne Turner at 604-938-1902.

MEETINGS/WORKSHOPS

WHISTLER COUNCIL MEETING.

Special council meeting to review applications for grants in aid, Monday, March 25, 7 p.m. at municipal hall.

WHISTLER MINOR BASEBALL ASSOCIATION AGM.

March 25, 7 p.m. at Myrtle Philip community school. All parents, coaches and volunteers are urged to attend this most important meeting. Let’s make this season a great experience for the kids. For information call 604-932-2007.

WHISTLER PLAYERS.

The Whistler Players are calling all frustrated thespians in town to join us for a community meeting at Millennium Place Wednesday, March 27 at 6:30 p.m. We want your input for our next play, scheduled for July. Call Susan Hutchinson at 604-935-2811 for inquiries.

FRIENDS OF WHISTLER PUBLIC LIBRARY.

Annual general meeting is April 3, 7:45 p.m. at the library. The purpose of this meeting is to elect a new executive. This group will undertake fund-raising events to contribute to the operating budget of the library.

WHISTLER LAWYER DISCUSSION GROUP.

As first of a series, local lawyer Donna Taylor will speak on issues of custody, guardianship, child support and special and extraordinary expenses of the children, with discussion to follow, on Wednesday, April 10 from 7 to 9 p.m. at Myrtle Philip Community Centre. Free admission; everyone welcome.

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.

Atomic Snowboarding Halfpipe, March 23. Cascade toboggan Ski Patrol Challenge, March 27. Kokanee Valley Race Series Finals, GS on March 28.

WHISTLER.

Sierra Wireless Air Canada Whistler Cup, April 3-7.

AT THE MOVIES

SNOW DOGS.

A Miami dentist inherits a team of sled dogs and goes to Alaska to claim them. Cuba Gooding Jr. and James Coburn star. At the Rainbow Theatre March 22-28, at 5 p.m.

SHOWTIME.

Robert DeNiro and Eddie Murphy star in this cop comedy. At the Rainbow Theatre March 22-28, at 7 p.m.

IN THE BEDROOM.

Nominated for four Academy Awards, Tom Wilkinson, Sissy Spacek, Nick Stahl and Marisa Tomei star in this family conflict drama. At the Rainbow Theatre March 22-28, at 9 p.m.

HELPING HANDS

SIERRA WIRELESS-AIR CANADA WHISTLER CUP. Seeking volunteers for this international juvenile ski race April 3-7. Children aged 11-14 from 21 nations will be competing. We are seeking ambassadors that speak Korean, Spanish, Japanese, German, Croatian, Polish, French and Russian. We also have on- and off-hill jobs. Call Chris Leighton at the Whistler Mountain Ski Club, 604-932-4644, or stop by the club cabin in Creekside.

ZERO CEILING SEEKING DONATIONS.

Zero Ceiling Society of Canada, a non-profit society, seeks donations to one of their youth programs. They are looking for four snowboards, sizes 152,158, and two boards at 161; Four pairs of boots in sizes 25, two pair at 28, and one pair of size 29; four sets of bindings. If you can assist please call Jo Woods at 604-932-6869 or email jo_woods@excite.com.

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 )

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 March 28-April 11

March 28, Service Excellence — $99 + GST

April 4, Conflict Resolution 1 — Anger Management — $109

April 9-10, Managing Service Excellence — $595 + GST

April 11, Planning Tools — $109

Complete information on the Web site at www.whistlerchamberof commerce.com, or contact Stephanie at 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.