SPECIAL EVENTS
FESTIVAL OF CANADIAN ARTS . Three evenings of festival performances will take place at the Eagle Eye Community Theatre in Squamish, Nov. 23-25. Included among the performers are Marie Carlson West of Whistler and singer Ali Milner.
BIZARRE BAZAAR
. The annual showcase of local arts, crafts and goods takes place Nov. 24, 10 a.m.-6 p.m., at the Whistler Conference Centre. Great Christmas shopping.FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS
. The Association of Whistler Realtors’ annual gala dinner, dance and auction, raising funds for local charities. Nov. 24 at the Fairmont Chateau Whistler.TRADING SECRETS
. A journey into the lives, culture, environmental and spiritual practices of the aboriginal peoples around the world. At Millennium Place Nov. 30, 6:30 p.m. Tickets $9 adults, $6 children.DOING WELL BY DOING GOOD
. Ray Anderson, founder and chairman of Interface Carpets Inc., is the next speaker in the Leadership Through Sustainable Innovation series, part of the Natural Step program. Anderson will be speaking at the Whistler Conference Centre, Dec. 1 at 4:30 p.m.DAVE SARKANY SLIDE PRESENTATION.
The Outdoor Adventure Leadership Program is hosting a slide presentation/silent auction evening Dec. 5 at 6:30 p.m. at Pemberton Secondary School. Dave Sarkany, will be showing slides of the Coast Range. Refreshments included in the $5 cover charge. Come out and support this fund-raiser and get a start on your Christmas shopping! Tickets available from the Pemberton Trading Post or at the door.EXTREMELY CANADIAN CHAMPIONSHIP WRESTLING
. Coming to Pemberton Dec. 8, at 7:30 p.m., it’s Season’s Beatings. A Battle Royale, a grudge match, a young lions match, and the always popular women’s match are some of the highlights. The National Wrestling Association event, at the Pemberton Community Centre, is a fund-raiser for the Pemberton Youth Centre.COMMUNITY BENEFIT CONCERT
. Sunday, Dec. 9 at 2:15 p.m. at the Fairmont Chateau Whistler. All donations, collected at the door, go to the Whistler Food Bank.MEETINGS/WORKSHOPS
BRANDYWINE CREEK HYDRO PROPOSAL.
A public open house on the run-of-river hydro generation proposal will be held in council chambers at municipal hall Nov. 23, 4-6 p.m.MATURE ACTION COMMITTEE.
Annual general meeting is Monday, Nov. 26, 7:30 p.m. at Maurice Young Millennium Place, in the upper lobby. Whistler Mayor Hugh O’Reilly will be the key-note speaker. MAC’s objective is to build a seniors’ residence in Whistler. Everyone interested is welcome.WHISTLER COMMUNITY ARTS COUNCIL.
Invites you to our Annual General Meeting, Wednesday, Nov. 28, 2001, 7:30 p.m., MY Place Upper Lobby, 4335 Blackcomb Way. The meeting agenda will include: review of the year and presentation of the council’s strategic plan.WHISTLER NATURALISTS AGM.
Andrew Bryant, chief scientist for the Vancouver Island Marmot Recovery Project, is the guest speaker. The AGM will be at Millennium Place Nov. 29 and consists of two parts: business (for members only) at 6 p.m.; Bryant’s talk (open to the public) at 8 p.m.EFFECTIVE MARKETING ON A SHOESTRING
. Are you maximizing the impact of your marketing and advertising dollars? Do you want to learn how to apply "big brand" marketing principles to your small business? Joanne Turner is leading a one-day workshop Tuesday, Dec. 4, 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Call the Whistler Chamber of Commerce to register, 604-932-5922. Cost $250.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 dateHELPING HANDS
FALL FOOD BANK DRIVE.
Whistler Community Services Society is preparing for an anticipated run on the food bank reserves this month. Volunteers will be in front of The Grocery Store, Nesters Market and IGA on Nov. 24, between 3:30 and 6:30 p.m., accepting donations.ENTERTAINMENT 2002
. Purchase Entertainment 2002 savings books from the Rotary Club of Whistler and support local community projects. Discount coupons are valid immediately and include 2 for 1 savings or significant discounts on golf, Whistler and Blackcomb mountains, local and Vancouver restaurants and services, as well as national and international savings. To purchase a book ($46) contact Joanne Amos at 604-905-4256.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 )ON THE MOUNTAINS
BLACKCOMB.
The season began Nov. 22, with the notorious "early season conditions." Limited riding until it gets colder and snowier.WHISTLER.
See above.AT THE MOVIES
HARRY POTTER.
J.K. Rowling’s tale of wizardry and adventure. At the Rainbow Theatre, Nov. 23-29 at 7 and 9:30 p.m. Also matinees Nov. 24-27 at 4 p.m.WHISTLER CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
TRAINING SOLUTIONS.Nov. 23, Service Excellence — $149+GST
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 Nicola @ 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.
