INSIDE COMMUNITY EVENTS B2 - “SPEAKING OUT SARAH de LEEUW Books still banned here racery stores are great places, Elevator music, the low drone of crying kids and squeaking wheels all give me a certain warm fuzzy feeling. No, really. I like to grocery shop. I meet people I haven’t seen in years, I get engaged in riveting discussions over coupon savings with customers behind me in line. And I get to talk to the cashiers. card, staring mutely at the flickering green anymore, do they?’’. I was startled. What was this person talk- ing about? "What?!," Tasked in a confused tone. ‘“Your button,”’ the cashier pointed out, ‘‘It says ‘I read banned books’.’’ wearing the jacket it was on. Cashiers are inquisitive folks, and I decide my button is proving good fuel for discus- cashier how yes, all kinds of books are banned in Canada. He’s amazed, Isn’t that stopping people from getting information, thinking their own thoughts, practicing freedom of think- ing? The woman in line behind me pipes up. She’s older than the cashier, and in a stern but patient voice, she asks our cashier ex- actly where he’s been all his life. “They ban books all the time,’? my new ally states. “Haven’t you heard of Little Sisters Books, or that case in Williams Lake where those parents insisted all those science texts not be used, or the Surrey school board thing?" This woman obviously knows quite a bit about the topic of banning books. Ihaven’t heard anything about books being banned in Williams Lake. What I do know and even in small places like Terrace, the censorship is felt. Women, along with other people in under censorship most acutely, We're the ones whose voice are often under represented, and so we feel the effect of our perspectives being banned even more acutely than others. ‘Some real doozers have been banned too, . The year Jane Rule’s book, The Young in One Another’s Arms, won national recogni- tion and awards, it was banned entry into Canada, Such noted feminist authors as bell hooks have had writings denied entrance into Can- pers entitled Hot, kot, hot... was banned at the Canadian border. In Victoria, a women’s run collective book- store, Everywomen’s Books, routinely had orders stopped or delayed at the border, while larger bookstores like Book Warehouse had no trouble getting the same ‘material through. Terrace is certainly not immune to Cana- dian craziness on censorship. Several years ago an issue over censorship erupted here. The books in question? Romance novels!! The largest readership of these books? Women. I think my cashier may soon be wearing a bution against censorship, Now, like I said - I really do like grocery stores, The only thing is, ] don’t think they hold quite the thrill for me that bookstores do. I mean, who’s ever heard of cheese slices being banned at the border? For information on this and other women’s issue, drop by or call the Women’s Centre. sion, so I jump into the foray and tell my | is books are banned all the time in Canada, ’ privileged groups, often feel the effects of fluorescent - , lights, sample cracker displays, . Last week I was handing over my bank | price on the register, when my cashier | asked, ‘They don’t ban books in Canada ~ Oh right. That button. I’d forgotten I was vada, and even a cook book about chili pep- . TERRACE STANDARD The Terrace Standard, Wednesday, July 29, 1998 - B1: TLT summer camp rocks CHILDREN IN Terrace Lite Theatre’s summer daycamps think acting is cool, Eleven children aged 6-9 presented July 23 a 15- minute play called The Elephants Child and 18 chil- dren aged 10-12 presented a 30-minute play A Party To Die For in front of proud parents and siblings, At their dress rehearsal, each of the 29 budding young actors was pumped. “Acting rules,’’ — sald youngster Tyler Scaife. He also said he was simp- ly and positively not ner- vous whatscever about per- forming in front of an audience. And how did these young actors find memorizing their lines? It was a snap, said Erik Holtom, who played a bird in the play. To prove repeated the longest line in the play outloud. Most of the young actors said they liked acting simply because it was a cool thing to do. it, Holtom. BREAKING A LEG: The dress rehearsal for the murder mystery play A Party To Die For performed July 23 by children in Terrace Lite Theatre's summer daycamp went impeccably well. Lines were memorized and nerves were calmed. ‘Acting is fun ’cause you get to be different characters than yourself,” said young: ster Brianna Kelly, who got to play the male role of a banker. Aside from working on the play, children at camp play games, learn how to improvize and change sets, and how to project their voices, There are still spots avail- able for children to join the theatre’s August daycamps. mw Kool Ade tastes great! CHEAPEST DRINKS IN TOWN: Nathan Petersen, 9, Brandon Braam, 10, and Erica Braam, 7, were selling cold drinks last Thursday afternoon on Eby Street. At 10 cents a glass for an iced tea or tropical punch, the litte entrepeneurs had made 45 cents after an hours work. They plan on spending their hard earned cash on hockey cards and dalmation toys. Garage sales: good bargains or dangerous goods? GARAGE SALES can offer some great deals, but some of the second hand products for sale could be dangerously un- safe merchandise, Many old toys and gadgets have been banned over the years in Canada because they’ve been proven to be unsafe for children. “Certain car seats and highchairs that are circulating may not meet Canadian standar ,’* said Ester Brisch, Ter- race's regional coordinator for the Child\Youth Injury Pre- vention Program. Brisch said vendors should be aware of what they sell since they could be held responsible if another person suf- fers an injury because of an item bought at a garage sale. ‘It’s better to destroy and throw away items thal you aren’t sure about,”’ she said. ‘“We just want vendors and buyers to be aware.’” The following is a list of items that are commonly for sale at garage sales but could be unsafe: i Baby gates, the large V-types are strangling hazards, Wi Baby walkers are banned in Canada because they've caused head injuries and broken bones. @i Car seats and booster seats may be outdated, and: may be missing straps and instructions. W@ Children’s sleepwear — the 100 per cent cotton ones are very Dammable, look for cotton blends. @ Cribs and cradles — bars that are too far apart are a strangling hazard. Wi High chairs without a safety strap are a falling hazard @ Hockey helmets and face protectors may be ontdated and cracked equipment will not protect your child. BB Playpens may be outdated and could be a pinching or choking hazard. Wi Strollers without a lap belt are a falling hazard. Mi Toys if broken or those with sharp edges or points may cause injuries. Toys with small parts are a choking hazard especially for children under three years of age. fm Lawn darts are banned in Canada because of injuries and deaths. @ Electrical appliances with frayed cords, or r cracks and dents are a fire hazard. SECTION B - COMMUNITY-=: Around Town |. Musicians needed The Rosswood Music Jamboree needs per- formers, entertainers and volunteers for this year’s event Saturday, Septem- ber 12. Pick up per- former applications at Sight and Sound on Keith avenue and at Misty River Books. For info on volunteering call Yvonne at 635-2263. Rosswood market The Rosswood farmers market will ron from now until Sept 16 every Sunday from 12-4. All vendors welcome, For more info call 638-5831 between 6-8 p.m. Skating registration The Terrace Skating Club is registering for both fall and winter school programs in the lobby at the arena from 10-2 pm. Come and ‘meet new coaches. There will also be a skate and clothing swap. Phone Lana 638-8098 for more info. Bluegrass meeting The B.C. Bluegrass 45-1 sociation presents three | days of music and fun) Sept 11-13 at the Ter- race curling rink. Per- forming will be Reviver (gospel), Andy & Amy (fiddlers), Earl Son- neveldt (harmonica), and many more. For more info call Rene at 638- 0483. Looking for old trees A LOCAL WOMAN is going ona tree hunt. Alisa Thompson needs help looking for Terrace’s oldest and dearest hardwoods and softwoods, She wants to put together a pamphlet on heritage trees in Terrace, so locals and tourists can Jeam about the town’s history. “When I moved to Ter- race last August I thought it would be a good project to get to know the area,”’ she said, ‘ She wants to provide enough information in the pamphiet so that people can drive around and learn what kiad of ues they’re looking at and when they were planted. To her, heritage trees are those 50 years old or older. The trees, however, must be planted, not naturally seeded. Along with this projecj, Thompson has also started a gardening club in Terrace called Bloomers. So far, the club's 15 mem- bers have made hanging baskets, toured an organic farm, and have completed various workshops, “I’m interested in any- thing botanical!” she said laughing. Thompson said the club gets together to talk about gardening problems. They'll also divide plants and seed swap. If anyone can help Alisa with information on heritage trees in the area, call 635- 0935.