Slain women honoured THE TERRACE Transition House is hold- ing its third annual candlelight vigil Dec. 6 to remember the Montreal massacre. “Tt’s a ceremony to honour and remem- ber the 14 women who were killed just be- cause of their gender,’’ said Debbie Scar- borough, coordinator of the Transition. House, On December 6, 1989, a lone gunman named Mark Lepine entered L’Ecole Polytechnic in Montreal with a semi- automatic rifle and began systematically firing at every female student he could find. Fourteen women died in the massacre and He left a suicide note, detailing how he was refused admission to the engincering school. He blamed women and feminists for his failures and for ruining his life. In Canada, twe women are killed per week as a result of domestic violence, BC has the highest rate of violence against women (59 per cent) in the country. Scarborough said the vigil will be an op- portunity for women to share stories of: loved ones hurt by gender violence. People are encouraged to bring poetry or pictures of loved ones, ; The candlelight vigil is open to women 13 others were wounded before Lepine took his own life, By AILEEN FRANK THE B.C. Old Age Pensioners © Organization Branch #73 elected officers for the year 1999 at a mem- bership meeting Nov. 12 at the Happy Gang Centre, More than 50 members at- tended to vote for a new board of directors, The new board consists of the following people: presi- dent, Mary Ann Dilley; 1st vice-president, Clifford Pest; 2nd vice-president, Connie Porter; secretary, May McFarland; treasurer, Fran Lindstrom; directors, Ann MacKay, Tina Brouwer, Florence Schul- meister, Gladys Keeping and Roy Nelson. Recalling events: Qn Remembrance Day a wreath from Branch #73 was laid at the Cenotaph. After the service and pa- rade about 200 children only. The ceremony will begin at noon at - . the Transition House. B.C.O.A.P. elect board hot chocolate at the Happy Gang Centre, A successful Fall Bazaar was held Nov. 14 in the centre. Successful raffle winners were: Karen Brown (quilt), Margaret Bennet (afghan) and Nordstrom (picture), Evelyn Baxter won the door prize, which was a Christmas Cactus plant. The maintenance com- mittee has taken care of a few repairs around the centre and drew the attcn- tion to the members that new floor tiles were in- stalled. An application has been sent to the Seniors Lottery for a grant towards the cost of the new tiles, Betty Campbell spoke to the members regarding what we should do to take care and avoid the flu bug. Marj Drahorad alerted members regarding a course on self-defense. Vicki. A minute silence was ob- served in memory = of Florence Bailey who passed ~away recently, Coming. activities Dec. 6: Members of ‘Branch #73 are invited to ‘celebrate the 50th wedding anniversary of Dorothy and ‘Archie Hume. Dec, 8: Seniors are invited to Thornhill Primary School to a concert rehearsal and luncheon at 11 a.m. * Dec, 10: Northern Motor Inn Christmas for seniors. Dec. 10; The next meni- bership meeting will take place. There won't be any refreshments served because of the Northern’s seniors’ party. The door prize was won by Maxine Smallwood, Dec. 18: The Christmas Dinner for Branch #73 members will be held in the centre, were served hot dogs and Annie’s sun is comin’ up By Diandra Oliver and Mike Whittington CALEDONIA’S fine arts students look forward to their production of Annie. Annie is a tale of a little orphan girl, An- nie (played by Rene Geronimo), who lives an wunihappy life at an orphanage thanks to the miserable headmistress Ms. Hannigan (Teresa Fleming.) But Annie’s life changes one day when into. the orphanage walks. Grace ‘Farrell (Randi Sparks), the private secretary to bil- lionaire Oliver Warbucks (Mike Vendit- telli). Farrell is in search of an orphan to spend Christmas with Warbucks. By practically throwing herself into Far- rell’s arms, Annie is chosen and gets to spend Christmas in Warbucks’s mansion. As the story unravels, various twists create moments of happiness and disbelief. The lead role of Annie will be played by Rene Geronimo, who recently won a talent contest in Prince Rupert. Gemomio’s strong voice, a cross be- tween Whitney Houston and Mariah Carey, will impress listeners. According to musical director Jeff Parr, the music in Amnie is a lot of fun. “All the songs have catchy melodies,’’ Parr’ said. ‘‘ ‘Tomorrow’, ‘Hard Knock Life’ and ‘Maybe’ are just three — we’ve heard them ali before.’? ' Parr said Annie is the kind of show that will leave audience members happy and singing. Annie will be presented at the R.E.M. Lee Theatre Dec, 4 and Dec. 5. Evening tickets are $13; Saturday matinee tickets are $7, Tickets are available at Sight and Sound, the school’s office and fine arts students. The Back — Eddy Pub For your special Christmas Party may it ba for lunch or dinner, we arrange that special get together from 4-120 people. We also cater at our downstairs location The Back Eddy Pub’, Specially for those weary feat after a long day of Christmas shopping. o place to bat Christmas The BI Steak & Seafood Grill or The Back Eddy Pub. Bi Steak & Seafood Grill We are now taking “New Years” reservations with dance music supplied till 3 a.m. Steak & Seafood A332 Lokelse Ave., Terrace, 635-9161 Pub: 635-5336 For our of towners: 1-800-513-9161 Come to the Usk Hobby Farm and Gift Shop for all those extra special gift ideas, We carry a fine selection of fleece hats, jewellery, Christmas decorations, afgans, preserves and many miscellaneous craft items all locally made. Hours: Mon - Fri 7 pm - 9 pm Sat & Sun 12 pm - 5 pm Craft items still welcome in a Christmas stocking this year. 1 rae oy a ‘ 6121 Chimdemash Loop Usk Hobby Far & Gift Shop (3 km East of the Usk Chapel) Phone for appointment 635-7255 - James W, Radelet - RADELET & COMPANY barristers & Solicitors Tax Law * Trusts * Corporate & Commercial 1330 - 1075 West Georgia Street, Vancouver, 8.C, VOE 3C9 afore: 604-689-0878 ccm O04 689-1386 b.IFyou've got EMAIL: you can rea alectronically. We welca Tickets to Wyrd Sisters © January 9, 1999 and Oscar Lopez January 22, 1999, These would make terrific Christmas presents or stocking stuffers. Enjoy a night out with the Terrace Concert Society. Tickets available now at Erwin’s House of Fine Jewellers in.the Skeena Mall. _ Visa & Mastercards accepted. Fo pnt STU MUIR STORE MANAGER 4655 LAKELSE AVENUE TERRACE B.C. V8G 1R3 a ; aa Telephone 1-250-635-7206 Fax 1-250-635-4569 GUESS WHAT? IT’S ALMOST THAT TIME OF YEAR!! As we all start making preparations for this festive occasion its time to reflect, rehash and remember! Remember the past year, our successes and our disappointments. Above all, its time to remember others. At Safeway its a time to thank all our valued customers for your support. We hope we were able to deliver you an unforgettable shopping expe- rience. One filled with quality products, competitive pricing and above all,..unequalled superior service! Thank you and our best wishes during this festive season. Once again Safeway is proud to offer the perfect gift giving or fund ~ raising opportunity! Safeway gift cerlificates.....they are redeemable for . groceries, pharmacy prescriptions or any other products we sell! They _ also make a nice gilt to remember an employee or friend with. For large orders, or fund raising purposes, Safeway is proud to offer the following discounts for the 1998 festive season! Orders of $500 to $1999 a 2% discount will be applied Orders of $2000 to $3999 a 4% discount will be applied Orders of $4000 and over a 6% discount will be applied To ensure your orders are processed in time for Christmas they must be received by Dec. 18, 1998 just call 635-7206 and ask for Judy or Stu. Safeway has been a member of the Terrace community since 1968! Let our specialty departments with their quality products help with that fund raiser or special event! Call me if you need a sponsor or help with a donation! . : . Stu Muir store manager Safeway Terrace