4 14 Terrace Review — Wednesday, July 20, 1988 = a - Steering committees members of Big Brothers and Bi ‘Saraphine Michell, Luanne Jeffrey and Nancy Zavag Maria Taylor and Theresa Brinkac. ing committee members are CPM gaat ear - FORRES ig Sisters in Terrace are Vernon Joseph, ' lia (with daughter Natalle). Other steer- -_ Big Brothers and Sisters ‘seek companions for kids — About 25 people dropped into the Kermode Friendship: Centre during Saturday, July 9, to get information about the Big Brothers and Big Sisters organ- ization starting in Terrace. | Steering committee volunteer _ Nancy Zavaglia explained it’s a preventative program in which children living in single parent homes are matched on a one-to- one basis with caring adults who provide positive role models. “It’s a trouble-shooting pro- gram; You reach the kids before they get into any trouble, to minimize - potential problems. Big Brothers and Big Sisters strives to prevent negative behaviour in children by building self-esteem.” Big Brothers originated in the United States in the early 1900s when two men observed a cor- relation between, fatherless boys and juvenile delinquency. They decided these boys would benefit from a one-to-one relationship with a concerned man, and by 1909 the first Big Brothers group was started. Canada's first Big ‘ Brothers organized in Toronto in 1913. - The. focus on “delinquents” has changed, with the program ‘now being open to all children living in single parent situations. Steering committee member. Luanne Jeffrey, who works at - the Corrections Branch bothas a FREE 1 Cheque Please send a subscription to: family court counsellor and as a’ probation officer, believes there. isn’t enough support for single parents in Terrace. She hopes this program will better this community’s response to young children with one parent. Zavaglia said it’s difficult for her as a single parent to be everything to her children all the time. A Big Brothers and Big -Sisters program would help ease the burden on parents like Zavaglia, whose extended family lives far away, in Ontario.” About half of the organiza- tions across Canada are joint agencies called Big Brothers and Big Sisters. This is particularly effective in smaller centres like Terrace. In B.C., there are 27 com- munities with active programs. Fort St. John, with a population of about 13,000, operates with an annual budget of $11,000 and had nine active Big Sister or Big Brother matches last year. Prince George had 27 matches last year and operates with a budget of $38,000, which sup- ports activities and pays the salaries of a full-time co- ordinator and a part-time office assistant. These non-profit groups are expected to be self- sufficient- through fund-raising in their communities. The Terrace steering commit- tee hopes for both financial sup- port and volunteers from service CLOSE UP MAGAZINE WITH EVERY SUBSCRIPTION TO THE TERRACE REVIEW IN THE TERRACE/THORNHILL AREA _ Subscription Order Form: £1 year — $24.00 (1) Money Order Card No. _ Nome fenlors in Terrece ond District $12.00 Seniors ou} of Terrace ond District $15.00 O) 2 years — $45.00 CO) Master Card) =O Visa Expiry Date Mail or bring this form to: Terrace Review . 4535 Greig Avenue, - Terrace, B.C., V8G IM7 groups and other Terrace organ- izations and individuals. ‘‘The whole structure is very com- munity oriented,”’ Zavaglia said. ‘Without the support of the community, there’s no way it will work.” They hope to raise about $10,000 a year to hire a staff person and run group activites for children waiting for their matches. They already have a waiting list. Matches will be made carefully and. include training. for those involved. Board members are also needed, with an estimated time commit- ment of from two to ten hours a month required. The Terrace group is survey- ing community members for their support, and so far have a steering committee of eight and _a number of people expressing interest in becoming a Big Sister or Big Brother. Over the sum- mer, a needs assessment will be completed. September is na- tional Big Brothers and Big Sisters month, and the Terrace group is planning a big publicity blitz for that time, Zavaglia — said. “‘We’re working very hard to recruit volunteers. We'll need their enthusiasm.’’ Local businesses that have: ‘supported the organization to date are Overwaitea, Safeway, McDonald’s, Donut Factory, Pizza Hut, Terrace Co-op and Kentucky Fried Chicken. dra ’ Eighteen little thespians: aged six to 10 are playing drama games and presenting skits through the Terrace Little Theatre’s summer school, The first session’s grand finale is _ July 29, when both the morning class, and the afternoon class for 11 to 14-year-olds, present pro- * ductions for their parents. Instructors Joanne Greening, Jann Marie Wilson, Liza Cote and Kiera Sunberg, working on the Challenge 88 summer job, ‘say the classes provide an organized setting for children’s play in which children learn about theatre and build. their confidence. ‘‘The program is also good for French immersion students who practice reading English through the plays, and for shy kids who learn to per- form in front of others.” It’s also a whole lot of fun. One morning’s activities in- cluded an outing in the park, starting with a high-spirited game of ‘‘Chinese tag”. Like game pieces on a Chinese © checkers game board, the children ‘bumped’ each other from ‘safe’ spots. Then a _ chaotic and super-charged game “summe matically fun - ‘of ‘Crumbs. and Crusts” was: rschool: played amid~ much laughter, confusion, and running. One in- structor commented that although the sessions were only three hours long, she found them exhausting! Next, four groups gathered to create, plan and rehearse short skits: With the instructors pro- viding organization and some: ideas, the youngsters’ imagina- tions and enthusiasm took over. In a group discussing the plot. and characters of their ‘murder. mystery’ skit, one little girl declared, ‘‘I’ll be the lawyer!”’ Another group: was observed - rolling around on the grass with laughter, instructor. included, as they invented a hilarious punch- line for their ‘doctor’s waiting room’ skit. | , The new band shell provided an appropriate stage for the presentation of the skits. The next session starts August 8, but there’s a waiting list for the younger class and only a few | spots open for older actors and actresses. The sessions cost $30 per student (with $5 off for each additional family member), and are held for three weeks. . Coming Terrace Events | riendship Soctety Is holding.a sum- mer camp for kids In 2 week sessions, Call 635-4906 and register in ad- vance. There Is no charge for this camp. \ a July 18 -22 — Vacation Bible Schoo! far children ages 5-12 years from 9:30 a.m. - noon will ba held at the Christian Reformed Church, corner of Straume and Sparks. Stories, crafts, games, songs, snacks. For more-Info. call Nancy at 635-9432, . - ; - July 18 - 22 — Water color workshop with Anne-Marie Nehring, spon- sored by the Terrace Parks & Recreation Dept. This exciting 5-day . workshop will include field trips into the surrounding areas. For older teens and adults — Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Emily July 7 - Sept. 2 — The Kermode F Carr Studlo, Register at the Recreation office In the Terrace arena. For further information, call 638-1174. Wednesday, July 20 — The Terrace Hiking & Nature Club will be -f holding a meeting at Ferry island, turn right at gate to shelter. Bring © barbecue supper at 6:30 p.m., meeting starts at 7:30 p.m. July 20 - August 10 — Ksan House Society memberships for 1988-89 are available by calling Pam Biffle, Executive Director, at 635-9484. | - Cost Is $2.00 and your Interest and support would be appreciated. Pur- chase by August 15 to obtain voting. status for AGM to be held © September 27... . Saturday, July 23 — The Mills Memorial Hospital Auxiliary Thrift Shop Is having a $1.50 Bag Sate (all clothing and shoes) at 4544 Lazelle Ave., Terrace, from 11am. to 4 p.m. _ Sunday, July 24 — Terrace Stock Car Association will be holding their Memorial Trophy Races. Time trials at + p.m. and races at 2 p.m. July 25 - 29 = Water color workshop as above — for 8 to 15-year-olds, Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 2p.m. 7 ‘Saturday, July'30 — Terrace Oldtimers' Reunion Seventh Annual Ban- quet will be held at the Terrace Hotel Banquet Room. Social hour at 6. p.m., dinner at 7 p.m. All Terrace residents who lived In Terrace prior to: 1958 are aligible. Tickets are on sale at Rose’s Shop and Terrace Drugs. For further information, phone 635-2305. ‘ Saturday, July 30.=- The Kermode Friendship Society will be holding an Arts and Crafts Exhibition and Sate at the Kermode Friendship Centre, 3313 Kalum St. if you would Ike to book a table call 638-4906. This is open to all artist/artisans, so book early to get a table. July 30 & 31 — The Terrace Stock Car Association will be holding their Super Stock Invitational Races. Time trials at 6 p.m. and races at 7 p.m. on Saturday; Sunday time trials 1 p.m. and races at 2 p.m. Sunday, August 14 — The Fifth Annual Children’s Festival is coming to Terrace. If you are Interested in helping to. prepare or assisting at the festival, call Ellzabeth at 635-3487, avenings or Lori at 636-8533. August 16 - 27 — Terrace Hockey School and Summer League. Two sessions at the Terrace arena — REGISTER NOW!!! Registration is $100/week for Hockey School; $30/week for Summer League. Appiica- tions are avaliable at Ail Season's Sporting Goods and Terrace Totem Ford. Instructors ara Jeff Sharples, Detroit “Red Wings; Rudy Poeschek, New York Rangers; Tony Hildebrand, Kelowna Packers; Terry Zeporzan and Rod Philpot, University of Alberta; tan Alger, Ver- non Lakers; Wade Flaherty, Victoria Cougars; Mario Desjardines, . Seattle Thunderbirds. Phone Sharon Larmour 635-3161; Jake DeJong - 836-6795; Cliff Sharples - 635-7622 for further Info.: Bob Dempster - | Commercial League Contact; or write to Hockey School, P.O. Box 121, | Terrace, 8.0. VEG 4A2, te ne