» Four of a kind ARTISTS FLICKA Humphrey, Maureen Worobey, Gail Turner- Sears and Randy L. Penner opened their studio over the August long weekend as part of the local arts community's art tour event. Those taking advantage of the artists had an opportunity to view finished works, works in progress and to chat with their creators, Organizers this year arranged for a bus for those in- clinad to let somebody else do the driving. A variety of studios were opened up for the occasion, More enthusiasm needed YD LIKE TO update everyone on the municipality’s potential in- volvement with the Farmers Market. I met with councillors on Friday, Aug. 2/96. The response from them was less than enthusiastic, Alderman Rich McDaniel admits that in the 13 years the market has been run- ning, he has never been down to the market. I feel there is little interest on the city’s part. T tried to impress upon the * council what a unique situa- tion we have in Terrace. Just earlier in the same week, I talked to 10 different market organizers from 100 Mile House north on a conference call. They are running with 8 to 12 vendors, Needless to say, they were “‘blown away’’ when I told them that we fave 70 seasonal vendors. These northern markets also have a problem grow- ing enough produce. Their farmers grow hay and grain. They are actually consider- ing bringing produce in from the Okanagan for their local vendors to sell. Terrace has a very unique situation, in that we are able _AT THE MARKET’ LYNNE CHRISTIANSEN to grow fruit and vegetables this far north. At one time agriculture surpassed the logging industry in this area. To other market organizers, our Skeena Val- ley Farmers Market is very impressive indeed, : But ob- viously, our local council is not so impressed. It was mentioned that we don’t have the tax base that other merchants do and that we may even be competing with these other businesses, If the mayor and council were a litde more astute they would realize we bring business to the downtown core every Saturday morm- ing. Not just locals but also customers from Rupert, Kitimat and Smithers. We are a tourist attraction as well, IF our local produce is competing with US growers, I see that as a good thing. Alderman McDanicl feels that any upgrading to be done to the market site should come out of the vendors’ pockets. He feels the vendors are getting off cheap and it wouldu’t hurt them to pay more. My point is that we are trying to keep the rates rea- sonable to encourage vendors to come out. After all, this is what draws people to the market —~ the number of vendors and vari- ety and quality of wares. The other problem, with the fanners market paying the bill for enhancing the site is that it is not our prop- erly, It’s the city’s. Any permanent construc- tion would belong to the city. The city could use the lot for extra parking during the week. It could be used for other community fune- lions. The things we were asking of the city don’t amount to very much, the paving of the lot being the major expense. The city has certainly been very free with its paving programs this year. We requested some e¢lec- trical outlets, water foun- tains, tapes, and a few pic- nic benches. We requested we be involved in any city tourisin promotions, Some of the maple see- dlings on Terrace mountain could be transplanted along the border of the market. The tulip bulbs that I donated to "George Little Park" (and incidentally, someone decided to plant at the municipal hall instead) could be planted at the front of the market Community spirited indi- viduals have brought this market along to what it is today. It wouldn’t cost the city very much to show a little support for such a great market. However, after my mect- ing with council 1 fee] that the interest in our market is not there. The bottom line is, they may put some water and electrical outlets in. There is a possibility of paving 2 or 3 years down the road, but it doesn’t sound very hopeful. Tippe kicks off fall concert lineup CANADA’s newest country music sensation kicks off the Terrace Little Theatre’s fall season of bencfit con- ceris. Rick Tippe plays the REM, Lee Theatre on Wednesday, Sept. 11. Tick- LEARN TO FLY! GROUNDSCHOOL Classes Start: Monday, Aug. 12 For more information or to register call Kermode Flyers Association 635-6667 How are we doing? When we fall short of your expectation, please tell us. When a newspaper story does narseem to reflect fairly what was said, let our editors know, When we are unable to solve your complaint, we encourage you to submit it to.the: - B.C. Press Council - 900 - 1281 W, Georgia St. Vancouver B,C. V6E 3)7 Tel/Fax; (G04) 683-2571 The 3.C. Press Council was etc. td in 1983's an independent review board to protect the public from press inaccuracy or unfairness and to pramote quality journalism. ets are $20 at Uniglobe Travel. That and a number of other conceris organizers have in the works will fur- ther bolster the Terrace Little Thealre’s new build- ing fund for construction of a new 250-seat Performing COURIER STEEL BELTED ALL SEASON RADIAL W/W POV Teo are He RHE Tee Eee Ee FROM Shecesne Firestone SVX RADIAL Pee Pete as ea MR TERE RS HR BES TOP PERFORMER Arts Centre for Terrace. One other confirmed date is Sept 25, when Alex Houghton, Marlene Mac- Donald and Meg Lunney will join forces for a special performance. TLT’s Gordon Oates says they’re also working on lining up a number of other performers. Among those they’re trying to get are Mae Moore, Farmer's Daughter, Lelgh Sterling and Buffy St. Marte. Slay tuned! Street smart kids TERRACE SCHOOL students are to undergo street proof- ing thanks to a co-operative eftort by loca] groups, They’re combining to bring up two trainers early next month for an intensive five-day training session meant for adults who can then pass the knowledge on. Street Proofing our Kids is a nationally-recognized program. designed by a former corrections officer. experi- enced in dealing with sexual assault offenders. Strect proofing is aims to teach children and young people to be aware of what’s going on around them and to develop assertiveness skills to safeguard them from harm, And afterward, the Terrace Women’s Resource Centre is hiring a-person who'll spend six months giving the course to Kindergarten to Grade 10 sludents. The women’s centre is the lead Jocal agency bringing up the trainers and is getting the assistance of the RCMP, School District 88, the social services ministry, the correc- tions branch and the City of Terrace, explains women’s centre worker Carol Sabo. ~ “There’s no charge for adults taking the trainer’s course and there won’t be a charge for students taking the course alterward,’’ she said, Sabo said the program is relevant for students in dealing with people they know, with peers and with older students. The trainer’s course takes place Sept. 9-13 and more in- formation is available by calling Sabo at 638-0228, Canada has one of the highest rates of multiple sclerosis in the world. Multiple Sclerosis Society of Canada 1-800-268-7582 TERRACE DIVISION BELL POLE €0. LTD. 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