SPECIAL EVENTS
HOWE SOUND HARMONY FESTIVAL
In downtown Squamish in the Pavilion area, a free festival from the Howe Sound Performing Arts Association takes place on Saturday, July 20. Featured acts include a charicature artist, a chalk artist, the placement of stepping stones in the Unity Community Gardens, and musical entertainment. From 1-4 p.m., music includes the Bruce Henczel Ensemble performing with keys and percussion, Juan de Marlas on flamenco guitar, Christine Miles on flute and Brad Sherry on mandolin.
ESCAPE ROUTE FUNDRAISER
A fundraiser in memory of one of Canadas foremost mountaineers Jim Haberl will be held at Escape Route on Thursday July 25 at 7 p.m. Haberl died in an avalanche in Alaska in 1999. This event will raise money for a memorial hut in the Tantalus Range. There will be drinks by donation as well as a silent auction.
2 nd ANNUAL WILD WEST JAMBOREE
The Pemberton Stables is hosting the second annual Wild West Jamboree from July 26-28. There will be entertainment, Beer Gardens, a 4-H show, a Broomball tournie on horseback and a Barn Dance on Sat. night, among many other things. Adult Day Pass is $5. Family Day Pass is $10.
WAY TOO BLONDE
A 45-minute comedy sketch cabaret looking at roles of women in the media. New scenes, new cast line up. The show begins at 7 p.m. at Millennium Place. Cocktail hour follows. $32 includes two glasses of wine. $26 for show and hors doeuvres. Call 604-935-8418.
THE BIG BANK THEORY
Sea to Sky entertainment has postponed the shooting of the Big Bank Theory, a locally produced feature film. Instead of shooting it in three to four pasts over the summer/fall, it is now scheduled to shoot in one continuous flow from Sept. 3 to Sept. 15. For more info please contact Adriane Polo at 604-898-5930.
BEAR SMART PRESENTATIONS
Presentations will focus on various aspects of bear biology & ecology, bear behaviour, living with bears in your backyard, and safety in bear country. Every Wednesday night 7:30 to 9 p.m. at Millennium Place. Admission by donation. For more info, contact J.J. Whistler Bear Society at 604-905-4209.
On Wednesday, July 17 Simon Jackson, the founder and director of the Spirit Bear Youth Coalition will talk about the plight of the spirit bear, Canadas rarest bear.
MEETINGS/WORKSHOPS
BRAIN INJURY SUPPORT GROUP
The Brain Injury Support Group will be meeting at the Whistler Health Care Centre on Tuesday, July 23 from 10 a.m. to noon. Call Leanie Eksteen at 1-877-892-2231 for more info
WHISTLER. ITS OUR FUTURE
The second workshop on the criteria for a successful destination resort community takes place on Thursday, July 25 from 5 to 9:30 p.m. at the Westin Resort & Spa. For more info call the Resource Centre at 604-935-8333.
WHISTLER WRITERS WEEKEND WORKSHOP
The weekend workshop from Aug 16-18 still has room. Keynote speaker Andreas Schroeder (co-chair of UBCs Creative Writing program), leads the Whistler Writers weekend workshop. Organizer Stella Harvey says spaces are still available. Interested applicants should submit a manuscript no longer than 4,000 words. Writers receive both individual feedback from Schroeder as well as group feedback. The fee for the workshop is $140 for the weekend, or for individual lectures which take place Saturday, the fee is $15 for one, $25 for two. Contact Harvey at 604-932-4518.
SUMMER READING CLUB
The Whistler Public Library is launching its summer reading program for children ages 3 to 9 called Booked for the Summer. Special programs for children will be held on Wednesdays in July and August. Sessions for 5 to 9 year olds will be held from 4-5 p.m. or 7-8 p.m. There will also be a session from 11 a.m. to noon for preschoolers aged 3 to 4. Pre-registration is important. Fill out a form at the Whistler Public Library.
WHISTLERS ONLY POLITICAL PARTY
Meets every three weeks at ...Gone Bakery. Call Chris Childs at 604-938-6318 ext. 222 or e-mail WSG@yahoogroups.com for next meeting date.
ON THE MOUNTAINS
BLACKCOMB
Glacier skiing is open now until August 4 from noon-3 p.m. Horstman and Showcase T-bars are running. Uploading begins at 11 a.m.
WHISTLER
Mountain bike park is open daily 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
AT THE MOVIES
MINORITY REPORT
Tom Cruise lights up the screen in another action/thriller. The movie is set in 2054 when police have psychic technology to arrest and convict murderers before they commit a crime. Cruise is head of the precrime unit and is also accused of a future murder. At the Rainbow Theatre July 19-24, nightly at 7 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. and matinees on Sat. and Sun. at 4:30 p.m.
AUSTIN POWERS in GOLDMEMBER
Special screening on Thursday July 25 at the rainbow Theatre at 9:30 p.m. and a late show at 11:30 p.m. Will play the throughout the following week from July 25 - Aug.1 at 5, 7, 9, and 11 p.m. nightly and matinees on Sat. and Sun. at 3 p.m.
HELPING HANDS
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 )
UPWARD BOUND
This free program is to assist persons with a disability to prepare for, obtain, and keep employment or self-employment. Financial assistance may be available for skills development, wage subsidies or special work-site adaptations. Sponsored by HRDC, this service is available to qualified residents of the Sea to Sky Corridor. Call 604-905-8486 to book an appointment.
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
July 22, Winning the Battle Against Negativity - $95 + GST
July 23, Planning Tools - $139
July 24, Retail Sales in Tourism - $99
July 25, True Colours - $85
July 26, First Aid Level I - $72
July 26, High Performance Teams - $139
Complete information on the Web site at www.whistlerchamberof commerce.com, or contact Kristyna at 604-932-5922.
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.