A8 Terrace Review — Wednesday, May 30, 1990 Letter to the Editor To the Editor; The first long weekend in May traditionally brings out of hiber- ae nation tents, campers, trailers and northern people hungry for sun and relaxation. One area well-used by local residents for outdoor activities is the Copper River flats. We enjoy this spot ourselves, so imagine our dismay at finding cast off bottles, cans, diapers and other garbage left by a group of campers after last May 21 weekend. It is disgusting that such bla- tent disregard for our environ- ment, and others, exists. Every- one who reads and hears cannot deny knowledge of the crisis our throw-away habits are causing. Perhaps a notation of license numbers could be a deterrent. Is there not a law in place and a fine for littering? Possibly the Parks branch could place gar- bage recepticals in the area and Comment sought on forest contracts The Ministry of Forests will hold a public meeting in Smithers June 12 to receive comments on recent amendments to the Forest Act. The regulations under examin- ation are the contractor clause, requiring tree farm license holders to contract out a percentage of their annual cutting, and the timber harvesting contractor regulation, which requires all harvesting contracts to be in writing and provide for dispute resolution. The meeting is the last in a series of six to be held around the province. The consultant in charge of the meetings, Kent Woodruff of Kamloops, will receive written submissions on the issues until June 13. Anyone interested in making a presentation at the meetings or sending in a written Turn in those trashy campers oy and cart them to a suitable disposal site. M. & B. Nannings, Terrace, B.C. service them. Keeping this free recreation spot clean is our responsibility, and we request future campers to get their act together, bring garbage containers with them, allo Ef you wish to announce the birth of YOUR baby, please fill out the form aoe available in the maternity ward at Mills Memorial — Ffospital, We will pick up your forms. every week, F BRASH — Tye Cameron has arrived, much to the delight of Thom, Joyce, Gavin and Darby, on May 14, 1990 at 5:29 p.m., weighing 8 Ibs. 4 oz. An an- niversary gift for Nana and Grandpa Irwin! Thanks a million to Vivian and Dr. Lee! SIMONS — Debbie and Malcolm are proud to an- nounce the birth of their son Adam Paul on May 26, 1990, weighing 9 Ibs. 11% oz. A little brother for Lauren and Stephen. Thanks again, Dr. Almas and Cathy. -, 4 rat af B * _FLOWERS Al LA CARTE 635-4080 12 - 4741 LAKELSE, TERRACE cr “ageless & een Oe TERRACE FLOWERS A LA CARTE LTD LL 3 | a Coming Events ] Information concerning the Twin River Estates project is available from the Skeena Senior Citizens’ Housing Society office, corner of Apsley Street and Lakelse Avenue, each Thursday from 2 to 4 p.m. Heritage Park is now opan to the pubilc five days a week, Tuesday to Saturday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. For infor- mation regarding school tours, weddings, family por- traits or large group tours, phone Heritage Park at 635-4546 or 635-2508. The Terrace and District Arts Councll is accepting ap- plications for their scholarships for summer fine arts courses. For further information, please write to Box 35, Terrace, B.C. V8G 4A2 or call 635- 2529. Deadline for ap- plications is May 31, 1990. Team Play Horseshoe — There will bé a horseshoe training program for anyone who would like to play. Come out Wednesday evenings or Sunday afternoons. It is fun and good participation. For more information, call 635-2856. Wednesday, May 30 — The opening reception at 7:30 p.m. at the Kitimat Centennial Museum for “Portraits of the Wild”, photographs by Joanne Monaghan and Brian. Bagatto (runs until June 24). This exhibition features color photographs of Mt. Elizabeth, alpine flowers and lakes, aerial views of glaciers and the Kitimat Valley, as well as wildlife and landscapes of the region. Museum hours: Tuesday to Sunday, 12 noon to 5 p.m. Thursday, May 31 — The Terrace Little Theatre will pre- sent Terrace’s debut of Daniel Barnswell’s exciting new play “Room 44” at the R.E.M. Lee Theatre at 8 p.m. Tickets are available from Sight and Sound in the Skeena Mall. Out-of-town patrons can contact 635-6244 for reservations. Saturday, June 2 — It’s children’s day at Elks Park, start- ing with a parade at 10 a.m. from the Elks Hall on Tetrault St. to the park. Activities will include races, tug- of-war, and prizes for the best costumes and bicycle decorations. Events go all day. For more information, call 685-8972. (Sorry, kids, we were rained out the first time! Saturday, June 2 — St. Matthew’s Anglican Church will be holding a garage/bake/plant sale in the parking lot, 4506 Lakelse Ave., 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Pie and ice cream In the church building. Saturday, June 2— B.C. Seniors’ ‘Games Society, Zone 10, will be holding a GIANT GARAGE SALE from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 4807 Olson Ave., Terrace. Anyone wishing to support the Seniors may leave articles for the sale at 4807 Olson or phone 635-3352 (after 4 p.m.) for pick-up. Saturday, June 2 — pancake breakfast from 8 to 11 a.m. at the Happy Gang Centre on Kalum Street. Sponsored by B.C.O.A.P.0. Everyone welcome. 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So, when we install the insulating water heating costs. blanket, we'll give you a coupon that’s That’s why B.C.Hydro is-making you good for a $20 rebate on a new Power The Terrace office of Employ- a cosy offer: a free insulating blanket for’ ~~ Smart electric water heater, ment and Immigration Canada your electric’ water heater, installed free If for any technical reason your reports that the April rate for of charge. electric water heater cannot be fitted with unemployment is up slightly for It’s an offer worth $40, an insulating blanket, we'll offer you the northern B.C. compared to March Natural.gas is aconvenient andecono- — same $20 rebate. but down from the same month in mical way to heat water. So if you have a So bundle up. Your water heater will ( 1989. gas line into your house, your best option save heat, you"ll save on your electrical Statistics Canada pegged the Mest is to convert to gas the next time you buy a _bills, and we'll all save energy. 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