_ ‘The Best from the Stacks Reviews of books from the Terrace Public Library by Harriett Fjaagesund | Facts on Domestic Waste and Industrial Pollutants Juvenile non-fiction by Hugh Johnstone _ Published by Aladdin Books Ltd. We tend to think of pollution and waste as being a 20th cen- tury problem, but both have been around for a long time. By 1850, for example, the Thames River in England was so polluted with sewage that a popular cartoon of the day depicted Death rowing along the river. Pollution is like a small avalanche rushing down a mountain side; it collects more and more snow and debris until it finally becomes a huge destructive force that no amount of wishing will make go away. This book, which is part of The Facts On series, | teaches kids about the different kinds of pollution and waste, and what solutions are currently available. This is a valuable and educational read for adults as well as children. Facts on Nuclear Waste and Radioactivity by Hugh Johnstone Juvenile non-fiction published by Aladdin Books Ltd. The first nuclear power stations were opened in the 1950's and were heralded as one of the greatest achievements of modern science. Now many of us believe the development of nuclear energy was-a grave mistake, that it is a time bomb just waiting to blow up in our faces. But there are many useful applications for nuclear energy, such as X-rays and nuclear medicine used to treat serious diseases. This book explains exactly what nuclear energy is, how it was first discovered, the uses it has been put to, and it’s dangers as . well as useful applications, In short, it takes away some of the. frightening mystique that has grown up around this energy source. Some of the other titles in The Facts On series are: Drugs in Sports; The Crack and Cocaine Epidemic; Radon and Asbestos; Inhalants; Alcohol; Pesticides and Fertilizers in Farming. STARTS TOMORROW! for two great nights! 8 p.m. R.E.M. LEE THEATRE Tickets: at Sight & Sound $13.50 (inol.@8T) advance $165 {Incl.G9T) at the door Terrace’s Northwest Singers are tuning up for another pre-festival Spring Concert to be held on Thursday, Feb. 21 at 7:30 p.m. in Knox United Church, - The 15-member choir, directed by Marilyn Brodie, will be joined by the Caledonia Senior Secondary School Choir directed by Geoff Parr. The Northwest Singers and Caledonia Choir are in training for Terrace Pipes and Drums raise the roof, raise funds) Contributed by Barry English On Saturday, January 19, the . place to be was the Terrace Arena, where the Terrace Pipes and Drums hosted their third an- nual Robbie Burns dinner and dance. Master of Ceremonies, Stan MacKay led off the ceremonies with the toast to the Queen. The haggis was piped in by Pipe Ma- jor Marvin Hawke and carried to the head table by Drum Serg- - eant, Barry English, where Jock Halley gave the traditional ad- dress to the haggis. The Selkirk Grace was said by piper Frank MacDonald. . _ | Terrace Review — Wednesday, February 13, 1991 | B15 4 Evening of madrigals, spirituals planned by Northwest Singers | the upcoming Pacific Northwest Music Festival March 10 - 23. The audience at their pre-Festival per- formance will catch a sneak pre- view of some of their selections for the Music Festival. Fans of vocal music can look forward to an evening of varied musical selections including spiri- tuals, sacred music (Cantata Domino), "Matra Pictures" and dies Auxilliary of the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 13 and consisted of traditional roast beef, mashed neeps (tur- nips), tatties (potatoes), green salad and dessert. The haggis was prepared locally by Robert Parkes, cooking instructor at the Northwest Community College. By most accounts, it was declar- ed delicious. During dinner M.C. Stan MacKay introduced the head table which consisted of Pipe Major Mr. Marvin Hawke, spec- ial guest and highland dancer Miss Deanna Howie, honorary life member Mrs. Vesta Doug- Stan MacKay. _more took the opportunity of Dinner was catered by the La- las, addresser of the haggis Jock ARIES Mar, 21-Apr. 19 You receive the recognition you deserve, but be- ware of the responsibilities involved. New doors will be opened to you. Relieve domestic stress by getting to the root of _arecurring problem. Stabilizing influences all at work. Trust your intuition. , TAURUS Apr. 20-May 20 GEMINI Be positive about any new ventures. An older, _ May21-Sune20 wiser person can help you understand someone else’s action, Unexpected disturbances add color. CANCER Hard work lies ahead. Avoid stressful situations June 21-July22 © by working alone. Your sense of values takes on anew light. The needs of others supercede ‘your own right now. Be objective in your approach to changing circumstances. Lighten up. Exercise both your mind and body. Discuss the future with those you really care about. The time is right for making major decisions. Old friends, associates and lovers will stand be- hind you. Now is the time to volunteer to do charity work. The time and energy you put forth will be re- warded. Anew course of study will redefine your reputa- tion. It will open unexpected doors. Be careful that overindulgence does nol affect your produc- tivity. LEO July 23-Aug.22 VIRGO Aug. 23-Sept.22 LIBRA Sept. 23-Oct. 22 SCORPIO Oct. 23-Nov, 21 SAGITTARIUS Nov, 22-Dec, 21 CAPRICORN Broaden your horizons thru travel. A deeper Dec, 22-3an.19 | emotional involvement may surprise you. AQUARIUS Draw back, Reflect on yourself objectively. A Jan. 20-Feb.18 © new Image will beeasily attained at this time. PISCES Friends are important now. Exercise care re- Feb, 19-Mar.20 garding health matters and beware of your limi- ie meats, cheeses, European x roveities, super a sandwiches, fresh safads. We cater for large and small parties and picnics. 635-6440 talions. 2 _..& large variety ot ve 7 + . a madrigals. : A madrigal is a piece of popular music from the Renaissance period (400 - 500 years ago). It is per- formed by voices alone, without instrumental accompaniment and most often tells the tale of lost or found love. Tickets will be available at the door — $6 for adults and $4 for students and seniors. Halley, Mrs. Carol MacKay, .&§ and Master of Ceremonies Mr. : In the traditions of Burns night, Neil Taylor gave the quote from Robbie Burns and Pat Hall toasted the lassies, followed by a response from Mrs. Douglas. On behalf of the Terrace Kinsmen Club, Dennis Lissi- this event to present a donation in the amount of $450 to Terrace Pipes and Drums to defray costs of practice hall and storage space. Two special presentations . were made after the dinner, both 4g of which were’complete surpris- : es to the recipients. All band members were called to the front to help present long time Terrace Pipes and Drums Band member Drum Sergeant Barry English with his Drum Sergeant Stripes and a Certificate of Apprecia- tion from the Terrace Pipes and Drums. English was then declar- ed by M.C. Stan MacKay as ‘Honorary Drum Sergeant In Perpetuity” to the applause of band members and other Burns Night participants. . Before he had a chance to dis- miss the band, Stan MacKay was. ; seated by Mrs. Vesta Douglas . who then, to the amusement of . - the crowd, presented him with a special ‘Hanging in There”’ pla- que, designed by band members in recognition of MacKay's unstinting efforts in co- ordinating the Burns dinner and dance. A wonderful performance of traditional highland dancing was then given by Miss Deanna Howie accompanied by Pipe Major Marvin Hawke. Local rock band Big Bark & The Howlers provided dance music for the rest of the evening, with intermissions filled with traditional Scottish country dan- cing, led by Jock Halley. Various door prizes were awarded throughout the even- ing, all donated by generous Terrace merchants. Terrace Pipes and Drums uses events such as the Robbie Burns Dinner to raise funds and to finance the band throughout the year so that they can continue to provide a public service to the City of Terrace.