Saturday, September 5, 1992 @ Disaster averted By John A. Charters A major conflagration on Zuckerberg Island Heritage Park last Saturday was pre- vented by the prompt action of a visiting Vancouver Island family and the island staff. Tony and Elaine Coley of Black Creek and their chil- dren Rebecca, Simon and Matthew were walking in the wooded area at the south end of the island when they saw the flames leaping 10 feet in- to the air. While one of them ran to alert island guide Debra Mc- Craken, the others tore down branches and began beating down the flames and stamp- ing out the sparks, augment- ing their efforts with water- ron filled garbage cans from the washrooms. Three units of the Castle- gar Fire Department and eight firemen responded. Keeping in mind recurring difficulties with a similar fire in almost exactly the same lo- cation in the deep floor cover, the firemen thoroughly drenched and trenched the burnt area. Access for the fire truck was made possible by recent minor but essential repairs to the causeway by the city’s engi- neering services department. The fire is believed to have been started by two boys whom Debra McCracken says “Tl be keeping a close eye on in the future.” Ebialiort 365-1208 to register THE PARENTAL BALANCING ACT: Parents are constantly trying to juggle work, school , children, relationships, financial pressures, and family. As parents, we all need support Michael Sedier will begin this parenting series with a keynote address on, Tues., September 15, 7 - 9:30 p.m., at Stanley Humphries Secondary School. Michael has a Masters in Social Work, and has worked in the schools as a social worker, behaviour intervention specialist, director of special education and a grade 6 teacher. Everyone is welcome to attend and it is free of charge; however, please call ASSISTANCE FOR SMALL = BUSINESS Federal loan funds available to new or expanding businesses that will create new jobs. A representative of KREDA will be in Castlegar on September 10 and 24. FOR AN APPOINTMENT: or for more information call KREDA 352-1933 Are you planning to retire or have retired, and have a RRSP? Castlegar Savings Credit Union can assist you with a wet ‘= Registered Retirement Income Fund. CASTLEGAR SAVINGS CREDIT UNION “Your Community Financial Centre” 601-18th St. C5 3026 Hwy. 6 Castlegar Slocan Park 365-3368 226-7216 SUPER MARKEZY SUMsBLe News Classifieds and you could win A Shopping Spree at the Castlegar Safeway Mattresses wom QO se" PRENATAL CLASSES (LATE): For women in their third trimester of pregnancy. Wed., Sept. 9 - Oct. 14, 7 - 9 p.m. $30. (sponsored space available) RUSSIAN CONVERSATION: An introduction to conversational Russian language. A must if you are planning a trip to Russia or just want to learn some of the Russian culture, customs and language. Mon., Sept. 21 - Nov. 23, 7-9 p.m. $45. MASSAGE WEEKEND WORKSHOP: An overview of the philosophy and history of massage including the physiological processes and pain tension cycle. An introduction to palpation, acupressure and reflex point theory; also including the practise application for kes. Sat. & Sun., Sept. 26 & 27, 9 - 4 p.m. $75. CPR C RECERTIFICATION: Sat., Sept. 19, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., $16. Room B15. GOAL SETTING WITH FOCUS: Learn how to set goals utilizing all your capacities. Tues., Sept. 24 and Oct. 1, 7-9 p.m. $20, room B14. INTRODUCTION TO MICROCOMPUTERS: Become familiar with a personal computer by trying your hand at a variety of programs and games. Tues. and Thurs., Sept. 15 & 17, & 22, 7-9 p.m. $36, includes handouts. Room B21. INTRODUCTION TO FLOWER ARRANGING: A beginner's course in flower arranging. Four basic lessons using silk and fresh flowers. Tues., Sept. 22-Oct. 13, 7-9 p.m. $69 plus GST (includes all materials). Course held at Tulips Floral Co. Here are a few of the many brand names we carry: Choosing to buy Furniture & Mattresses anywhere else is like choosing to pay higher prices NO FRILLS NO GIMMICKS LOW PRICES m Saturday, September 5, 1992 - AroundTOWN Fs 365-7266 LET THEM EAT CAKE An open house is being held at the library on Sept. 8 as part of Project Literacy West Kootenay. The day begins at 2 p.m. with a cake cutting ceremony and ends with community leaders reading short excerpts from their favorite books, followed by a short reception. FUN FOR EVERYONE United Way's campaign kick off begins Sept.19 at the Community Complex with a pancake breakfast sponsored by local credit unions. An outdoor flea market has also _ been planned. °/ HELP! A new child care centre for kids under three is openning Oct.1, but staff are determined to give it aname before it opens and they want your help. Submissions must include the word “variety” and be submitted by Sept. 11. Send in your ideas to Box 3144, Castlegar, B.C. You may win a dinner for two. The new centre is located at 767 11th Ave. For more information call 365-8448. Christine Didier, Mimi Hamamoto, host mom Lorraine John and Marie Séderlund i ; i prog sore , » hos are taking part in a cultural excha ri Rotary Club. John and other host families have been showing the students around Comene. ins rieuaspetg ios Culture shock! Didier and Vennie Voikin, a retuning exchange student, share their travel experiences with each other. Corinne Jackson NEWS REPORTER Four students, new to Castlegar, have cho- sen to get their education outside the regular school system. The students, part of the Rotary Club’s ex- change program, have come all the way from Brazil, France, Japan and Sweden. They hope to learn about Canada, but for others like Christine Didier, 18, of France and Mimi Hamamoto, 18, of Japan they al- so hope to im- prove their En- ‘“We stress to host families guests in your home. They are temporary members of your family.” that the studen on tsarenot essed, is a cultural ex- change as opposed to an educational exchange. The students are paired . up with four host families Dave Gairns during their stay, three months with each family. Gairns said that the ro- Dave Gairns credits the smooth running of the program , in part, to the host school, Stanley Humphries Secondary. “They (the school) area good part: of the reason why Rotary's youthful guests ave a lot to try to absorb said. “We stress to host families that the students are not guests in your home. They are tempo- rary members of your family,” Gairns said. As for their impressions of Castlegar, each has a different this (program) is so suc- cessful,” he said. ‘Everything is bigger here. answer. Marie Séder- In speaking with the People are different — more land, 18, of Swe- principal of the school, you certainly don’t get the impression that putting up with the visit- relaxed and less stressed.” den feels there nas — igs not much dif- Christine Didier iresce ing students’ schedule is any problem. David Hogg says everyone benefits from the exchange. “It’s been great,” Hogg said. The exchange students “do a significant job of enriching the kids around them,” he said. However, all of the time spent out of the classroom does have an affect on the exchange students’ studies. “Generally, (the students) lose the academ- ic year, but this is probably the best year of education they get,” Gairns said. program, he B u t Hamamoto and Didier don’t agree. “It is very, very small,” Hamamoto said. According to Didier, well “Everything is big- ger here. People are different — more relaxed and less stressed.” Regardless of how the students interpret their surroundings, they do seem to enjoy themselves. “We've had a remarkable number of (ex- change) students come back for a visit with the host families,” Gairns said. glish language skills. Field trips and travelling will be taking the place of blackboards and schoolbooks most of the time. However, school attendance is. monitored, the President of Castlegar Rotary Club said. FOR MORE INFORMATION OR TO REGISTER CALL: CASTLEGAR CAMPUS - 365-1261 LU -sagnc College tation allows students to see the Canadian lifestyle in different wesw Tables 10 am -6 pm 10am -6em (ee) (——|C s7s~= 4445 Minto Rd. | OPEN TO THE PUBLIC: Mon-Sat: 365-6433 Sunday: settings. As well, the Rotary tries to make sure that students live like an average Canadian youth, he Dave Gairns finds a lot of community support.