ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT Tre CASTLEGAR SUN WEDNESDAY, Septemoen 27, 1995 Please recycle The Castlegar Sun -—— ee “ —— There’s something for everyone at the Kootenay School of the Arts A survey course in the history of Western art and design is scheduled for Tuesday and Thursday afternoons, and on Fridays. This course incorporates the showing of slides with lively in-class discussion, In KSA's jewelty department, different jewelry courses are. now being offered ight of the week. Tuesday and Wednesday evenings, stu- dents can learn basic silversmithing tech- in-class earrings, Submitted Have some extra time on your hands? Interested in taking & course in an area you've always wanted to learn more about? Men West Kootenay residents are in luck! reece for art classes starting at the end of this month continues for another week at the Kootenay School of the Arts. Many courses are now full, but space still remains in much of the school's fall line-up. almost every niques to make including ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION Branch 170 _SUMMER HOURS Mon.-Thurs. 2 pm-10 pm Fri.-Sat. — 11 am-11 pm GUESTS WITH MEMBERS WELCOME! 248 Columbia Ave., Castlegar ¢ 365-7017 Ani i to clay class is being offered on Mondays and Wednesday and will introduce students to basic hand building techniques as well as the potter’s wheel bracelets and silver rings. A gemstone identification class is also being offered, as well as an enamelling class for six weeks, each on Thursday nights, projects candlesticks, Finally, there afe still some spaces avail- able in Tom Lynn's popular metal casting class and Judith Burley’s textile dyeing class on Wednesday evenin, In the dyeing clas duced to a wide array of special techniques, including tie-dyeing; painting with dye on fabric, dip-dyeing; and cold- and hot-water dyeing of wools and cottons. All classes are scheduled to begin the week of Sept. 25, so interested students should call to register as soon as possible. To receive a copy of the Kootenay Ars School's fall courses brochate, contact the school at 352-2821. Now's the time to tap those creative energies! tudents will be intro- Oldtime Fiddlers Annual Contest and Dance September 29, 30 © October 1 Castlegar Arena Complex DOOR PRIZE - (Dance Ticket Holders Only) 1st - $100 + 2nd $50 RAFFLE - 1st - $300 * 2nd $150 + 3rd $50 + Tickets $1° each For Advance Tickets phone: Pear! at 365-7349, Dorothy at 365-2267, Shirley at 368-9893 Trail & District Arts Council and KBS | present THE BEST OF Miss & West Side Saigon Story Come experience the music ... the drama ... the concert ...from these two Broadway hits that have won the hearts of audier:ces the world over. Saturday, Sept. 30 at 7:30 pm Greater Trail Community Centre Theatre Tickets: $18 Available at L&J Books, Alpine Drugs, Pete's TV, , KBS and at the door And the winners are... The winners of the poster contest spon- sored by the Castlegar and District Library were recently recog; nized for their efforts. Pictured left to right are (front row) Ashley Shaw, Laura Osland, Shokufeh Murray and Dustin McLean; (back row) Angela Waterberg and Daniel Birch. Absent were Madison Braga, Robin Varga and Renee Varga SUN STAFF PHOTO /Marilyn Strong John Len Submitted THIS WEEK'S SPECIAL STUFFED SMOKED PORK LOIN with Zingara Sauce 14* Remember ... We Have Prime Rib Every Day the only place for Lend us your ears for an evening of poetry, fiction and dis: cussion with B.C. poet, author and songwriter John Lent Thanks to co-sponsors Hall's Office Centre & Gifts, Clive's Coffee Bar, Super Valu and USWA Local 480 Quality Masquerade Costumes Magic have amalgamated, to bring to you over 600 children & adult costumes and accessories BOOK YOUR COSTUME EARLY!!! ANTONIO BAND DISPERAD FRISAT san @gn TOE WED THU 3 4 5 £3.22 o¢ \ From the people who brought you ps “Ang JS Compitre sHowines EACH EVENING 7:00 6 9:00rm The Biggest Kick Of The Year! 185 COLUMBIA AVE | Founder of Canada’s only national poetry competition, Lent currently directs the creative wnt ing pI 1 at Okanagan Univer- sity College and leads the Kalamalka New Writers publishing program. Lent is expected to read from his first book which describes his time in Nelson, A Rock Solid Since then Lent has published a number of titles, including Frieze (a 1984 collection of poems) and t to read in Nelson The Face in the Garden (a 1990 novel combining both prose and poetry). A volume of short stories, Bright Fields, will be published by Saskatoon’s Thistledown Press next fall Lent’s return to Nelson is spon- sored by the Kootenay School of the Arts’ writing department. The read- ing will be held in the lower level of the Nelson Municipal Library (Vic- toria St. entrance) Friday, Oct. 6 at 7:30 p.m. Admission is $2 Children’s author in Castlegar Submitted Julie Lawson, award win- ning children’s author, will give a reading in the Castlegar Library on Thursday, Septem- ber 28 at 1 p.m. In her presentation she reads from her books and talks about the ideas that led to them and the writing process; what hap- pens doring the publishing pro- cess and the roles of the editor, illustrator and agent. Of interest to elementary age school and any aspir- ing children’s authors, this read- ing should provide a fascinating insight into an author's life. “White Jade Tiger” , Julie Lawson's novel for older chil- dren won the Sheila Egoff Chil- dren’s Literature Prize 1994 and Canadian Library Associa- tion Notable Fiction Award 1994, and “The Dragon's Pearl” won an illustrations award as well as being a Par- enting Publications Award choice for the best children’s book in the folklore category. f * Special orders accepted only in September Phone: 399-4131 } :“ + ia GFF WB O JAzzZ & CHOCOLATE Chocolate desserts... chocolate desserts * chocolate desserts! Fray, Set. 29 8:00 ~ 11:00 m Sandman Inn $2.0.00/PERSON SILENT AUCTION Tickets may be purchased at the public library...hurry...tickets are limited! All proceeds towards automation of the public library + = Re c'ing It Slocan Valley Recreation Commission #8 Box 8, Slocan Park, B.C Phone: 226-7744 + MOM or DAD & ME - For parents & pre-schoolers ages 2 & older. Slocan Park Hall, Oct. 3 to Dec. Sth (Tues.) 9:15 t0 10:45 a.m. Instr: Kathy Manner. Fee: $40/10 sessions, $5 drop-in + FALL SWIMMING PROGRAM - Oct. 16th to Nov. 2nd (Mon., Tues. & Thurs.) NDAC. Fee: $40 & $45/9 sessions. PRE-REGISTER BY OCT. Ist + INDOOR RECREATION - Mt. Sentinel School - Ladies VolleyBall Oct. 10, Badminton - Mon. & Wed. starting Oct. 11, Men's Floor Hockey Brent Kennedy School - Men's Basketball - Tuesdays 7 0 9 pm + BRENT KENNEDY FITNESS CLASSES - Thursdays 6 to 7 pm. $30/10 sessions, $60/23 (Starting Sept. 25th): Mondays 6 to 7 pm, Wednesdays 7 10 8 pm. $25/10 sessions, $3 drop-in Tues. 7 to 9 pm starung Thurs. stareting Oct. 12 CLASSES - Mondays 7:15 to 8:15 pm, $3.50 drop-in. AEROBICS CLASSES + FULL CYCLE - EXPLORING THE FEMALE CYCLE - Focusing on the herbal needs of women. Sat. Sept. 30th. Netta's Garden, Pass Creek. 10 am to | pm. Instr: Pe Zebroff: Kee: $15/1 session. PRE-REGISTER BY SEPT. 2Sth. + GRANDMA DOROTHY'S ZIPPER ART - This form of sand art comes to the Slocan Valley all the way from Arizona. Mt. Sentinel Art Room. Oct. 3,5 & 10 (Tues, Thurs. & Tues.) 7 t 9 pm. Instr: Dorothy Ramsay. Fees: $15 to $25 (depending on size of picture made). PRE-REGISTER BY SEPT. 28th + DOG OBEDIENCE PROGRAM - PUPPY SMART, BASIC DOG OBEDIENCE & DOG OBEDIENCE PLUS - Begins Tues. Oct. 3, Passmore Hall. Instr: Linda Murray. Fee: $50/8 sessions SIGN UP TODAY. + WILLOW BASKET WEAVING - South Valley Program - Oct. 25th (Sat.) 10 am wo 3 pm - Gathering Day & Nov. 19th (Sun.) 9 am to 6 pm - Weaving day. Instr: Sharon Block & Lynnda Moore. Fee: $45/2 sessions. PRE-REGISTER BY OCT. 23d. ORGANIC MECHANIX Towing ¢ VW Specialists * Import Car Experts Used & New Parts ¢ ICBC Repairs Government Inspections Crescent Valley 359-7625 Wednesday, September 27, 1995 ae Castlegar Sun The challenge of living up to a commitment In the pursuit of knowledge and understanding, | agreed to become a Canada World Youth exchange stu dent Being open-minded and sensitive to cultural dif ferences appeared to be simple require- ments for maintaining a successful t— relationship with my Indian counterpart. However, I am now facing the true challenge of living up to my commitment. For the past two months we have been living together and working at the Castlegar Recreation Centre Constant communication has allowed us to share our lives and become friends, It is a continuous process that requires much effort and patience, This cross-cultural experience is unique, but the general principals for under- standing can be. practiced between individuals from all walks of life. We are acting globally but it is just as impor- tant to act locally. YOUTH too SPEAK jen — udice against MATTHEW PIERCE The youth's place in the Com- munity is an obvious issue in Castlegar, but it is not unique to the area. I live in Ontario and I have experienced negative prej- teens. I commend the people of Castlegar who have made efforts to correct this problem and the youth who have voiced their opinions to initiate change. Like any relationship, a strong commitment and patience will improve issues between young and old. While living in Castlegar I have also longed for a place to hang out, play a game of pool or have a lingering conversation over coffee without feeling that I am contributing to the loitering concer. I have met many won- derful people in Castlegar, but not as many youth as I had hoped. I think I can relate, though, as I have experienced the frustration of having nowhere to go. Ragged Ass Road Tom Cochrane (EMI Music Canada) ee ehe One of the most hotly antic- ipated albums of the year has finally found its way onto store shelves. 1992's chugely suc cessful Mad Mad World is nearing dia- mond status in Canada and has sold more than 2 million worldwide. “Ragged Ass Road" follows a tough act, but happily this is one of those rare times when you can swallow the record company hype and say “thanks” when you're done. In a recent interview, Tom explained the title of the album and the underlying spirit that fuels these 12 songs. “Ragged Ass Road is a stretch of rough track in Yel- lowknife,” he says. “Oddballs, adventurers, pio- Neers, artists, misfits ...some of them going back generations. live there. It’s part of my heritage, a metaphor (that) defines the North American spirit, the need to rediscover what our dream is, the need for renewal.” It is because of this attitude and spirit that “Ragged Ass Road” will not wither and die in the shadow of its insanely successful predecessor, as so many records have done at this juncture in other careers. It's remarkable _ that Cochrane was able to come out of the “Mad” whirlwind with his head on straight. He spent a generous portion of the last couple of years or so get- ting his personal affairs in order, repairing the damage that seems inevitable with crazed success. The resulting lessons learned have produced an album he calls “sonically and emotionally dens d bittersweet.” That, no doubt, is due to the Personal nature of the songs. Ragged Ass Road born out of passion and conviction | KEREIFF “These songs aren't about what I've read or seen, but about what I’ve experienced in my own life in the past two years,” he explains. “but above all, this is an honest record...I can’t write any other way.” We, his fans, wouldn't have him any other way. It doesn't take a lot of work or effort on our part to get into “Ragged Ass Road™...it sounds new, familiar and comfortable, all at the same time. It doesn't come across as slick for me as “Mad Mad World” does, but quite obviously it's a record done with similar pas- sion and conviction. He was a Canadian success as the hon- cho in Red Rider, but now that he’s a familiar face on the world stage it feels like Tom is just warming up and settling in. “Ragged Ass Road” isn't like another version of “Mad Mad World”, but rather the next chapter in a rivetting story. The depth of this disc comes as no surprise to anyone that has followed Tom over the years, the personal nature of the songs (a Cochrane signature) is what endears him to his many fans. Musically he rocks, strolls, screams and cries...I'm willing to bet the rent that we'll be hear- ing songs off this album on the radio for quite some time. Key tracks: “Song Before | Leave”, “Just Scream”, “Ragged Ass Road” and “I Wish You Well”, the lead-off single that debuted at #1 on our national charts. With a dozen songs this good, EMI can just close their eyes, pick ANY one, and watch it wet fire to the charts Tom Cochrane has delivered the album that we were expect- ing, and this is a good...no, an excellent thing. Nobody will be going home disappointed with “Ragged Ass Road” Check it out! TOM COCHRANE RAGGED ASS ROAD "$16.29 i] Lip. 279 Colurnbia St. Castlegar, B.C. {Ph: 365-0060 In less than « month, | will be leaving Castlegar to continue my cross cultural experience in India. The excitement and rewards are sure 10 continuc. | hope Castlegar can find the same unity and satisfaction through it's own new-found relationship. Angela Laarakkers for Canada World Youth Youthspeak would like to thank Angela and all of the Cana da World Youth who spent time contributing to the Youthspeak Organization during their stay. ‘We were impressed with their sense of community and interest ($) in showing us that we are all one family Youthspeak will be holding elections of officers at the next meeting, October 18th at 7:00 p.m. at the Castlegar Heritage Museum and encourages any interested youth or parents to put their names forward or come and vote for their new leaders. Upcoming events are the Christmas Carol Sing (everyone invited!), Penny Carnival at the Rec Centre in December (volun teers welcome!) and regular meetings every third Wednesday at 7:00 at the Museum Page B7 ian . Taos’ Submitted Rachel O'Regan of Pentic ton will be the special guest speaker at the upcoming lun- cheon meeting of the Castlegar Women’s Aglow Fellowship, Nearly 20 years ago, due to difficult and serious cir- cumstances, Rachel was forced to give up the four youngest of her seven chil- dren — two to private foster Special guest to speak at Women’s Aglow Fellowship care, two for adoption All women are invited to this interdenominational meet ing to hear the story of Rachel's undying hope that one day her children would come back to her — which they did, begin ning in 1987. For more informatiou or to make a reservation (o attend the meeting, to be held at the Fire- side Inn banquet room on Wednesday, Oct. 4 at 10:00 a.m., call 365-5180 or 365-6506, BUY ONE GET ONE ~~*VALUABLE KoUPONS--~ GET ON Coupon vali frm Say, seems Met = ) Sepenbes 2, ®! 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