SPECIAL EVENTS
TRADING SECRETS . A journey into the lives, culture, environmental and spiritual practices of the aboriginal peoples around the world, including the Lil?wat Nation. At Millennium Place Nov. 30, 6:30 p.m. Tickets $9 adults, $6 children.
YENISEY A RIVER OF EXTREMES
. Film follows kayakers voyage through Mongolia and Siberia on the fifth longest river in the world. Screening is Nov. 30, 7 p.m. at the Howe Sound Inn Brew Pub in Squamish. Tickets are $10 advance, $12 at the door.WAG PHOTOS WITH SANTA
. Have your dog?s photo taken with Santa Saturday, Dec. 1, between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. at the gazebo in Town Plaza. For a $15 donation WAG is offering a 4x6 photo, a paw print frame, personalized ceramic tree ornaments, holiday dog cookies and warm beverages and sweets for people.MONTESSORI CHILDREN?S CHRISTMAS FAIR.
Everyone, particularly artists under 12 and their parents, is invited to sell handmade Christmas items and gifts, decorations, baked goods, crafts and second hand items in good condition. At Millennium Place Dec. 1, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Proceeds to Montessori non-profit school fund. Call Connie Willcocks at 604-932-6586 for information and table rentals.PEMBERTON CHRISTMAS CRAFT FAIR
. Locally made arts and crafts, home baking and a guest appearance by Santa. Saturday, Dec. 1, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Pemberton Community Centre.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.WHISTLER WINTERSTART.
Annual kickoff to the winter season includes the Nokia FIS World Cup of snowboarding, ice sculpture competition, light displays, a photographers exhibition, Santa?s village, glowlight parade and more. Dec. 6-10.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
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.BETWEEN THE SHEETS 3.
Christmas shopping got you stressed. Leave it all behind and come enjoy a relaxing and enjoyable evening of local literary work by Whistler's finest writers. A variety of different stories and poems will be read in the intimate pub atmosphere of BBK's located between Chef Bernard?s and the Blackcomb Beer and Wine Store in the Upper Village. Dec. 5, 8:30 Everyone is welcome. Admission is free.OLYMPIC FIRESIDE CHAT.
Dena Coward, manager of transportation for the 2010 Bid Corporation, and Bill Murray, chair of the Whistler Transportation Work Group, will discuss the Whistler and Callaghan Valley transportation plan. Thursday, Dec. 6, 7 p.m. at Maurice Young Millennium Place.ASSOCIATION OF WHISTLER AREA RESIDENTS FOR THE ENVIRONMENT.
Next monthly meeting is Dec. 6 at the Delta Whistler Resort.CHRISTMAS CHARITY MASTER FITNESS CLASS.
Support Big Brothers & Sisters by attending this exciting and invigorating class on Thursday, Dec. 13, from 7:30 to 8:50 p.m. Cost is $11. Pre-registration recommended. Call 604-905-4145 or 604-938-9299.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
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.
Nokia FIS Snowboard World Cup Dec. 6-9. Continental Cup parallel GS Dec. 10. Good riding on the top of the mountain. Downloading in effect.WHISTLER.
Good riding on the top of the mountain. Downloading in effect.AT THE MOVIES
HARRY POTTER.
J.K. Rowling?s tale of wizardry and adventure. At the Rainbow Theatre, Nov. 30-Dec. 6 at 7 and 9:30 p.m. Also matinees Dec. 1, 2 and 4 at 4 p.m.WHISTLER CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
TRAINING SOLUTIONS.Dec. 4, Motivating staff ? $109 + GST
Dec. 5, Dealing with difficult customers ? $109 + GST
Dec. 6, Managing performance ? $109 + GST
Dec. 7, Service excellence ? $99 + GST
Dec. 11, Disciplining employees ? $109 + GST
Dec. 11, Managing multiple priorities ? $109 + GST
Dec. 13, First Aid Level I ? $70
Dec. 14, First Aid Level I ? $70
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.
