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On September 20, 1993 The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air aired episode one of sea-

son four.The show documented the

comedic hijinks of Will Smith (played by Will Smith), a street-savvy kid from Philadelphia who went to live in a Los Angeles man-sion with his aunt and uncle (Viv-ian and Phillip Banks), and their children (Hilary, Carlton, and Ash-ley).

Season three ended with Will Smith and Carlton Banks graduat-ing from high school, so, predict-ably, the new season began with Will and Carlton heading off to college and getting a “crib” of their very own.

In those days the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation — the only channel our family’s rabbit ears could pick up — aired a Fresh Prince rerun every weekday, after school. I was just starting Grade 7 and the antics of Will Smith and Co. were a staple of my late-afternoons.

However, Mondays were a real treat because in the evenings a new episode of Fresh Prince would hit the screen, and if I pretended my homework was fi nished I could watch it.

Picture me in September 1993 with the brutal realities of junior high beginning to breathe down my neck. If nothing else, Fresh Prince would offer me some con-sistency and comfort during the trials and tribulations that lay ahead.

Or so I thought.While watching the fi rst epi-

sode of the new season I became keenly aware that something was wrong.

It wasn’t the theme song; that hadn’t changed. And Will was still directing short-jokes at Carlton and fat-jokes at Uncle Phil. But who was this strange woman? And why was Will calling her Aunt Viv?

Vivian was a no-nonsense matriarch in the Banks’ house-hold, and since the beginning of the series in September 1990 she

had been played with sassy gusto by Janet Hubert-Whitten.

Now, three years later, Hubert-Whitten was nowhere to be found. Instead, the person everyone was calling Vivian was being played by Daphne Reid.

I was sad and angry.For starters, Hubert-Whitten

and Reid don’t even look alike; Reid’s complexion is far lighter and she is eight years older than Hubert-Whitten.

Furthermore, the sudden transmutation of a close family member raised a squadron of eth-ical and metaphysical questions:

Was the real Vivian kidnapped and replaced?

Was the family complicit in this kidnapping?

Had Vivian undergone a Kafka-esque metamorphosis during the night?

Why wasn’t the FBI poking around?

These felt like important ques-tions that demanded answers, but the characters on screen had no

interest in the surreal alteration of their family unit.

The only hint that something was amiss came from Will’s best friend, Jazz.

“You know Mrs. Banks… there’s something different about you,” he said.

This caused Will to glance sheepishly towards the camera. The laugh-track roared — as if the mysterious disappearance of one’s aunt was a joking matter.

Of course, my initial outrage dulled with time and I came to accept this new person as Vivian Banks. Meanwhile, Fresh Princecontinued as a serviceable sit-com with Daphne Reid for three more seasons.

In fact, with all said-and-done the Internet Movie Database cred-its Reid with 75 episodes as Vivian Banks while Janet Hubert-Whitten is only credited with 74.

Still, if you are out there, Janet Hubert-Whitten, I want you to know this: you will always be the real Vivian Banks in my books.

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In The Debt to Pleasure John Lancaster wonders if T.S. Eliot invented the link between

April and suicides, just as painter Joseph Mallord William Turner in-vented sunsets (Google it. I did).

But, Lancaster goes on. Be-fore talking about the glory of roast lamb in April (The Debt to Pleasure is a dark, twisted, infor-mative read that evokes, in me, a 1930s mood, and I don’t even know what that means. A bedside book to fl ip through as the mood hits), he cites empirical evidence that shows suicides spike as days grow longer.

I have my sub Arctic-based the-ories as to why this may be.

It’s related to expectations, in some people. I have friends whose calendars are booked solid from May until September. In February they ask me if I’m free specifi c weeks in July to canoe specifi c rivers, and if I’d like to go for a hike from August 12 to August 17. I don’t know how to respond to these questions.

I look into their eyes, which are wild with preparedness. Of course I want to, but the galloping spirit of summer is unfathomable in February. I sip my dark, heavy beer and notice that it’s fi ve in the evening and although the sun has gone down, it’s still light out. My chest is pierced with mourning. For the dark days. In the winter, I sink into a sunrise-sunset cycle that’s synchronized to my (some-times) nine-to-fi ve job.

There’s a coziness to waking up in darkness and walking the

dog while sipping coffee from a travel mug in the dusky morning light. Exhaust fi lls the streets as vehicles idle in driveways, but no-body is about.

In an early winter evening, the parking lot at Mt. McIntyre is fi lled with cars driven by people who ski for sanity — cross country skiing for 45 minutes after work is the most complacent way to get a sweat on in fresh air during the Yukon winter. Then, it’s cool to go home and eat corn from a can with a stolen fork, under blankets, with a laptop propped up on a pil-low, watching TV on the Internet. It’s winter; everyone’s scurvy-ish.

My friends with their well-orga-nized calendars and my mourning the coziness of the winter months — we’re adjusting to the growing light of April in different ways. How do we account for the sud-den sense of fl ight the light evokes in our spirits? Some people need to fi t everything in; they leave no stone unturned.

Me? I start wearing my shoulder season jackets. My leather one that is not warm enough for the winter. My gold-coloured trench.

Soon, denim — and the world will keep turning. I twist my hair into elaborate dos, ones that would be ruined by toques. I polish my sum-mer shoes and daydream about leeks (the most spring-vegetable there is, something I always knew, but was affi rmed by The Debt to Pleasure).

I pull out my bike, check the air pressure in the tires, and start

getting used to a mud-spattered backside. It’s too early for biking but that’s the thing about shoul-der season, once you let it, it hits you hard.

Meagan Deuling is the assistant editor of What’s Up Yukon.

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Have you ever had big dreams of creating a piece of theatre but weren’t

sure how to start? Have you ever had a great idea for a play but had no idea how to get it on the stage? Are you looking for the chance to try out a script you have written in front of a live audience?

Then Nakai Theatre’s Home-grown Theatre Festival is the place for you.

Since its inception in 2004, the festival has been a much-anticipated cultural event in Whitehorse. At its core, it’s about inclusion — embracing diverse artists and audiences, social and arts organizations, and businesses from the local community. Past in-carnations of the event have seen performers grace its stage from a wide diversity of ethnic and social backgrounds, ranging in age from one to 72.

“The festival is truly a grass-roots event,” says Nakai Theatre’s artistic director, David Skelton.

“Community members imagine and create the theatre pieces that make up the festival’s pro-gram. The festival is not curated, meaning that if an artist wants to participate they simply have to register.”

Nakai Theatre will support these brave theatre artists in real-izing their vision.

In order to polish their produc-tions artists can receive ongoing dramaturgy leading up to the festival. In addition, artists and interested members of the public can participate in festival work-shops about specifi c topics includ-ing theatre design, stage manage-ment, and marketing for small theatre and technical theatre.

Artists are guaranteed that their production will have three performances over the six-day festival.

Skelton explains, “Homegrown is part of Nakai Theatre’s goal to develop new Yukon Theatre. Ideally, a script will emerge from Homegrown that Nakai will want to commission and develop fur-ther.”

Skelton points to Peter Jick-ling’s Syphilis: A Love Story as a piece that came through Home-grown and went on to great things, including a run at White-horse’s Guild Hall and the fringe circuit in southern Canada.

Although Homegrown takes place from May 26 to 30, the time

to apply for the festival is now. Applications will be accepted until 4 p.m. on April 10, at the Nakai of-fi ces or via email.

Skelton encourages those who still don’t have all the details of their productions nailed down to apply anyway.

“If you don’t have your full cast yet, or you’re still fi guring out a few details, we would still love to see your application,” he says.

“We can help you with the de-

tails you don’t have yet.”Those ready to take the plunge

can fi nd all the information and the application form on Nakai Theatre’s website at: http://www.nakaitheatre.com/.

Amber Church is the prod uction and marketing co-ordinator for the Homegrown Theatre

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You’re Still Gonna DieEven if you’re famous.

Even if you’re rich.Even if you’re healthy.

Even if you’re educated.Even if you’re strong.Even if you’re lucky.Even if you’re young.Even if you’re sexy.Even if you’re free.

Even if you’re law abiding.Even if you’re fast.

Even if you’re friendly.Even if you’re careful.

Even if you’re a good sport.Even if you’re sober.

Even if you’re spiritual.Even if you’re precise.Even if you’re invincible.Even if you’re talented.Even if you’re comical.Even if you’re intact.

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Start at the BeginningExperiment with ideas during Nakai’s Homegrown Theatre Festival

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A television mini-series is being shot in Dawson be-tween April 7 and 17.

The two episodes of Her Next Plan are being produced by the newly formed Big Plan Pictures Ltd.

Dawson fi lmmaker Lulu Keating (Red Snapper Films) and Max Fra-ser (Hootalinqua Motion Pictures), formed the new partnership to bring this short series to the small screen via the Community Cable 9 channel run by NorthwesTel in Whitehorse.

Her Next Plan builds on ear-lier work by Keating; the story is about two cheechakos from Atlan-tic Canada who arrive in Dawson, broke but hopeful. It stars Steph-anie Davidson, who is a co-writer on the project, and her real-life partner, Brian Wildey. There are two animal actors as well — Buster and Brutus.

Keating says the story began as a fi ve-minute short fi lm planned and improvised during the Yukon

48 Hour Film Challenge in 2010. Called Her Next Plan, it won the audience choice award at the post-challenge screening.

In 2013, a sort of sequel took the lead characters up the Demp-ster Highway in the middle of win-ter to try and work out some of their domestic problems.

That fi lm was used as the pi-lot to pitch the mini-series, which Keating and Davidson have been planning since. Keating says it will be sort of like a Klondike version of Trailer Park Boys.

It had been diffi cult to fi nd a broadcaster willing to try its luck on this enterprise. Keating says the Canada Media Fund’s limitations were hobbling small independ-ent productions. But she says the recently established Northern In-centive Program has changed that situation enough to allow her and Fraser to access some funding and fi nd a broadcaster.

The funding for Her Next Plan has come from community spon-

sors and government fund-ing agencies — the Yukon Film and Sound Commission and the Canada Media Fund, Northern Production Incen-tive. The Dawson Commun-ity Grants Fund chipped in $1000.

“This project is really ex-citing,” she says, “because, except for Max, everybody, as far as we know, is going to be from Dawson. Even the cinematographer is moving here.”

In addition, auditions took place on March 22 and no one in the cast is a pro-fessional actor. That suits Keating; this is the sort of cast she dealt with a lot dur-ing her years in Nova Scotia before her two years produ-cing the Dawson City Inter-national Short Film Festival in 2005 and 2006 caused her

to succumb to the spell of the Yukon.

Using Dawson as the location makes the town another whole character in the fi lm. The basic plot has Steph and Brian seeing a counselor to help them deal with some of their marital issues. Since the counselor is the mayor, their sessions keep getting interrupted by mayoral duties. Their sessions — and the counseling couch itself — get moved all over Dawson, de-pending on the mayor’s schedule.

“Shots from locations all around town are built into the script so Dawson will really get shown off,” Keating says.

Interviewed ten days before the cameras were due to start rolling, Keating was raring to get started.

After 32 years teaching in rural Yukon schools, Dan Davidson retired from that profession but continues writing about

life in Dawson City. Please send comments about his stories to [email protected].

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Financial Tips for Post Secondary Students

If you’re a university or college student, you’re probably getting ready to head back to campus. This year, in addition to all the courses you may be taking, how about trying to master some financial lessons, too?

Of course, many students already have at least one foot in the “real world” because they’re not just taking classes — they’re also working many hours a week to help pay for school, rent and living expenses. But even if you’re a full-time student, living on campus and paying for school through a combination of grants, loans, savings and help from your parents, you can learn some financial basics that can help you throughout your adult life.

Here are a few suggestions you might want to consider:

• Don’t overuse credit cards. Credit card marketers aggres-sively target students, so you’ll need to be vigilant about all the offers that will bombard you. While it might not be a bad idea to carry a single credit card for use in emergencies, it’s very easy to overuse the “plastic” and rack up big debts. You’ll need to discipline yourself to save for the things you want, rather than charging them.

• Shop around for financial services. You might find compa-nies willing to give you a T-shirt or a frying pan for opening an account with them. But they may not be offering you the best deal on chequing or savings accounts or loans, so it pays to shop around.

• Keep track of your student loans. Make sure you understand all the terms of your student loans: how much you’re expect-ed to pay each month, when payments are due, what interest rate you’re paying, what credits may be available for on-time repayment, etc. You might be able to achieve a more favourable repayment schedule by consolidating two or more loans. Once you start repaying your loans, do whatever you can to stay on track with your payments.

• Never stop looking for financial aid. The aid package you may have received in your first year on campus doesn’t have to be the final word on financial assistance. For example, some universities may offer scholarships based on post-secondary academic achievement and/or real-world experience. Study your institution’s scholarships and be aggressive in going after them.

• Estimate your future income. You may not know exactly what you want to do when you graduate, but if you have a career path in mind, try to learn what sort of salary you can expect during your first few years after your days as a student end. Once you have a realistic idea of how much you’re going to earn, you may have the motivation you need to avoid bad financial practices, such as accumulating big debts.

Life after high school should be a learning experience — in many ways. And if some of the knowledge you obtain during your post-secondary years can help you develop sound financial habits, so much the better.

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Whitehorse has an awe-some art scene. This month, The Guild will

try to make it more awesome when its production of Cannibal! The Musical hits the stage.

The play, which is based on the fi lm of the same name, has been circulating North America for over 15 years, to rave reviews. The story is centered on one man’s journey from Utah to Colorado, in which a few of his comrades get eaten along the way. Despite its sordid title, Cannibal! The Musi-cal is a comedy.

Brian Fidler from Ramshackle Theatre is the director.

“Anthony Trombetta, the ar-tistic director at the Guild Hall, has had the idea to produce this ridiculous musical about cannibal-ism for a number of years,” says Fidler.

Cannibal is a unique, and per-haps, a risqué choice, but Fidler is confi dent it will be a hit.

“It’s very ridiculous, campy, and over the top. When we sat down to do the fi rst reading there was a lot of laughter in the room,” he says.

“Now we’ve added all the tunes, which are hilarious, and I think the audience is going to have a great time with this fl esh eating musical romp.”

The musical will feature the talents of Anthony Trombetta as the main character, Alferd Packer. Kyle MacDonald, Carolyn West-berg, Colin Milne, Lee Malynchuk, and Ryan McCallion play the group of miners that get lost with Alferd Packer in the Colorado wilder-ness. Winluck Wong plays a variety of supporting roles, and comedian Jason Westover also joins the cast.

As for the gory components — which c o n s i d e r -ing the title are to be expected —puppets will be used.

“I have never seen any of the other Can-nibal pro-ductions,” says Fidler.

“I want ours to stand out. Re-ally who can resist some gratuitous puppet gore? There will be blood; there will be dismembering of pup-pets. Be warned.”

Fidler has been in the theatre world for a very long time. He en-joys directing his own plays, but welcomes the challenge of direct-ing a musical.

“It’s kind of a relief to have the words right there and to work with the actors on intention and the nuts and bolts of movement. Also it’s a large cast so there’s the logis-tics of staging and working with all experience levels.”

In a world dominated by social media and technology, live theatre struggles. The way Fidler sees it, “We all get enough screen time and online entertainment, but a play can affect you in a visceral way, the performers can make mis-takes and they can also blow you away. It’s like real life happening right in front of you.”

This quirky musical comedy aims to provide a new outlook on live theatre.

The show takes place at the

Guild Hall in Whitehorse from April 9 to April 25. Tickets range from $23 to $25. April 9 will feature a special preview rate of $10, and on April 15 you can pay what you can. Tickets are available at the door

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Angela Syzmczuk is a Whitehorse-based writer.

Contact her via [email protected].

Jason Westover (left) and Anthony Trombetta star in Cannibal! The Musical, running April 9 to April 25 at the Guild Hall

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Whitehorse EVENTSArt ShowsThu, Apr 2 “Raven Rules” by Heidi Hehn Re-ception 5:00 PM Yukon Artists at Work Gallery Art Show Reception. Exhibition Closes April 26, 20Thu, Apr 2 “Flight” 5:00 PM Northern Front Studio Gallery 668 1577 Flight, a collaborative show between Nicole Bauberger and Susan WaltonFri, Apr 10 Catherine Deer “Elements” Reception 5:00 PM North End Gallery New works in charcoal, a visual exploration of how nature feeds on our imaginationuntil Sun, Apr 19 Northern Fibres Guild Art Display 11:00 AM Arts Underground 867 667 4080 ext, 23 See the process from raw sheared fl eece to fi nished knitted garments.until Sun, Apr 26 “Raven Rules” by Heidi Hehn Yukon Artists at Work Galleryuntil Tue, Apr 28 Art Show “Flight” Northern Front Studio Gallery 668 1577 Flight, a collaborative show between Nicole Bauberger and Susan Waltonuntil Thu, Apr 30 Catherine Deer “Elements” North End Gallery New works in charcoal, a visual exploration of how nature feeds on our imagination.until Sat, May 23 Museum of Broken relationships & Ahlers Art Show Yukon Arts Centreuntil Tue, Jun 30 The Puckett Family 10:00 AM Arts UndergroundSat, Apr 11 Sat, Apr 25 Walking with our Sisters Art Installation Kwanlin Dun Cultural Centre A Commemorative Art Installation for the Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women of Canada and the USA

Liv e MusicWed, Apr 8 Jazz on Wednesdays 6:00 PM Wheelhouse Restaurant 456-2982 Come down for Great soft jazz tunes with Anne Turner, stand up bass and Gordon Miller, guitarWed, Apr 8 Whitewater Wednesday 7:00 PM Epic Pizza goes till we are done!Wed, Apr 8 Rixx & Roxx 8:00 PM Casa Loma a very wide variety and style of music from originals to coversWed, Apr 8 Hump Day Trivia 9:00 PM Yukon Inn in the Boiler RoomWed, Apr 8 Jamaoke With Jackie 10:00 PM Jarvis Street SaloonWed, Apr 8-18 Rotary Music Festival Rotary Peace Park 867-393-2389 Come to Rotary Park and see various musicians showcase their musical talents.Thu, Apr 9 Roxx Hunter Live 6:00 PM Tony’s PizzaThu, Apr 9 Joe Loutchen & Friends 7:00 PM 98 Hotel Longest running house band in the Yukon - Traditional fi ddle music and more - jigging is encouraged and limericks are the norm.Thu, Apr 9 Open mic with Scott Maynard 7:30 PM Best Western Gold Rush Inn 867-668-4500Thu, Apr 9 Ginger Jam 9:00 PM Yukon Inn fully electric jam with a PA system, drum kit and guitars provided, and encourages the wearing of silly hatsThu, Apr 9 Yukon Jack Live! 10:00 PM Jarvis Street SaloonFri, Apr 10 Yukon Musician: Anne Turner 6:00 PM Westmark Whitehorse Jazz and Easy ListeningFri, Apr 10 Thunderf**k 7:30 PM Best Western Gold Rush InnFri, Apr 10 Karaoke 9:00 PM Yukon Inn in the Boiler RoomFri, Apr 10 DJKJ 9:00 PM Club 867 DjKj will be rocking CLUB 867 every second FridayFri, Apr 10 Gnat King Kong 9:00 PM Club 867 Skagway’s three-piece cover band is coming to play some spacey, dance, rock and roll jams from the 60’s to today.Sat, Apr 11 Coffee House Music Night 7:00 PM Swan Haven Interpretive Centre 667-8291 Listen or bring your instrument to swan haven for a musical evening. RSVP if you want to lead some songs.Sat, Apr 11 Uncle Touchy 7:30 PM Best Western Gold Rush InnSat, Apr 11 Karaoke 9:00 PM Yukon Inn in the Boiler RoomSat, Apr 11 Dread Onion 9:30 PM Club 867 Come hungry for ska, world, and reggae, leave with a belly full of soul.Sat, Apr 11 Yukon Jack Live! 10:00 PM Jarvis Street SaloonSun, Apr 12 Ryan McNally 7:30 PM Best Western Gold Rush InnSun, Apr 12 Ryan McNally 7:30 PM Best Western Gold Rush InnMon, Apr 13 Ladies Night with DJ Carlo 10:00 PM Jarvis Street Saloon

Tue, Apr 14 Open Mic Night With MC Turmoil 9:00 PM Jarvis Street SaloonTue, Apr 14 Ginger Jam 9:00 PM Yukon Inn fully electric jam with a PA system, drum kit and guitars provided, and encourages the wearing of silly hatsWed, Apr 15 Whitewater Wednesday 7:00 PM Epic Pizza goes till we are done!Wed, Apr 15 Rixx & Roxx 8:00 PM Casa Loma a very wide variety and style of music from originals to coversWed, Apr 15 Hump Day Trivia 9:00 PM Yukon Inn in the Boiler RoomWed, Apr 15 Jamaoke With Jackie 10:00 PM Jarvis Street SaloonThu, Apr 16 Roxx Hunter Live 6:00 PM Tony’s PizzaThu, Apr 16 Joe Loutchen & Friends 7:00 PM 98 Hotel Longest running house band in the Yukon - Traditional fi ddle music and more - jigging is encouraged and limericks are the norm.Thu, Apr 16 Open mic with Scott Maynard 7:30 PM Best Western Gold Rush Inn 867-668-4500Thu, Apr 16 Ginger Jam 9:00 PM Yukon Inn fully electric jam with a PA system, drum kit and guitars provided, and encourages the wearing of silly hatsThu, Apr 16 Yukon Jack Live! 10:00 PM Jarvis Street Saloon

Eve nts Wed, Apr 8 Spanish Conversation Group 12:00 PM Yukon Government Administration Building 633-6081 Terry or Michèle Join us inside the Bridges CaféWed, Apr 8 Gardening Workshop: Soil Analysis 6:00 PM Yukon College 867) 668-8800 Learn about what kind of soil is optimal for gardening!Thu, Apr 9 Cannibal: The Musical – Trey Parker 8:00 PM The Guild Hall It’s the goofi est musical about cannibalism your eyes and ears will ever “feast” upon!Thu, Apr 9 Salsa: Rueda de Casino 8:00 PM Leaping Feats Creative Danceworks Part 3 Advanced Intermediate Thursdays until May 7Fri, Apr 10 Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in Community Luncheon 11:45 AM Health and Social Building Join us for lunch every Friday, from 11:45 am until 1 pm, at the Health and Social Building.Fri, Apr 10 Purely Beginners Salsa ON 1 7:45 PM Leaping Feats Creative Danceworks Fridays until May 8 Prerequisites: A fun and positive attitude.Fri, Apr 10 Cannibal: The Musical – Trey Parker 8:00 PM The Guild Hall It’s the goofi est musical about cannibalism your eyes and ears will ever “feast” upon!Fri, Apr 10 Intermediate Salsa & Sexy Bachata 8:50 PM Leaping Feats Creative Danceworks Learn sultry new moves AND learn to use your body in ways you never imagined you could! Prerequisite: A fun and positive attitude, Beginner Salsa on 1 or previous Salsa dance experience! Fridays until May 8Sat, Apr 11 Advanced Bridge Lessons 1:00 PM Whitehorse Elementary 633-5352 Whitehorse Duplicate Bridge Club offers lessons for experienced players who want to improve their game.Sat, Apr 11 Gala Garage Sale 10:00 AM Whitehorse Elementary 456-4434 All proceeds support Little Footprints Big Steps work in Haiti.Sat, Apr 11 Simapalooza 10:00 AM Mount Sima End of year celebration at Mt.Sima! Live Music, Yukon Snowboard Championships, Fun events and contests, BBQ, Beer Garden, Slush Cup, and more!Sat, Apr 11 Gardening Workshop: Landscape Planning and Your Landscape Design Plan 10:00 AM Yukon College (867) 668-8800 Learn how to use your landscape to its fullest!Sat, Apr 11 Cannibal: The Musical – Trey Parker 8:00 PM The Guild Hall It’s the goofi est musical about cannibalism your eyes and ears will ever “feast” upon!Sat, Apr 11 Greenhouse Gardening 9:30 AM Canada Games Centre 668-8360 Enjoy the simple pleasures of putting food on the table that you grew yourself. Explore a variety of greenhouse designs. In the Green room at CGC.Sat, Apr 11 Yukon Amateur Radio Association: Coffee Discussion Group 9:30 AM Emergency Measures Organization YARA’s breakfast at the A&W. Casual event. Hams from outside the Yukon often join.Sun, Apr 12 Willow Weaving Workshop 1:00 PM Swan Haven Interpretive Centre Learn how to willow weave a simple swan design.Sun, Apr 12 Classic French Desserts 1:00 PM Yukon College 668-5200 Come join this 3-hour, hands-on class led by a professional Red Seal chef showcasing 3 classic French desserts.Sun, Apr 12 Ceramics Open Studio 2:30 PM Arts Underground Non-instructed open studio. Participants are welcome to use the studio’s tools and equipment; clay and some tools are

available for purchase. Every Sunday except long weekends. $5/hour.Mon, Apr 13 GO The Surrounding Game 6:00 PM Starbucks Chilkoot Centre Simple Game Deep Strategy. Beginners & Visitors Welcome. For more information email: [email protected], Apr 14 General Gardening 6:00 PM Canada Games Centre 668-8360 General gardening.Wed, Apr 15 Spanish Conversation Group 12:00 PM Yukon Government Administration Building 633-6081 Terry or Michèle Join us inside the Bridges CaféWed, Apr 15 Gardening Workshop: Composting 6:00 PM Yukon College (867) 668-8800 Learn how to make the most of your compost!Wed, Apr 15 Gardening: Pathway Design Ideas 7:00 PM Frank Slim Building 668-8360 You will be focusing on paths; how to design them, how they can enhance your property, and how they can harmonize with your home.Wed, Apr 15 Painting Open Studio with Neil Graham 7:00 PM Arts UndergroundWed, Apr 15 Cannibal: The Musical – Trey Parker 8:00 PM The Guild Hall It’s the goofi est musical about cannibalism your eyes and ears will ever “feast” upon!Thu, Apr 16 General Gardening 6:00 PM Canada Games Centre 668-8360 General gardening.Thu, Apr 16 Cannibal: The Musical – Trey Parker 8:00 PM The Guild Hall It’s the goofi est musical about cannibalism your eyes and ears will ever “feast” upon!Fri, Apr 17 Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in Community Luncheon 11:45 AM Health and Social Building Join us for lunch every Friday, from 11:45 am until 1 pm, at the Health and Social Building.Fri, Apr 17 OUT NORTH QUEER FILM FESTIVAL Beringia Centre The Queerest things seen on on a Yukon screenFri, Apr 17 Cannibal: The Musical – Trey Parker 8:00 PM The Guild Hall It’s the goofi est musical about cannibalism your eyes and ears will ever “feast” upon!

Family Thu, Apr 9 Boys and Girls Club Youth Drop In 3:00 PM Boys and Girls Club (867) 393-2824 Dinner provided by the Boys and Girls Club.Thu, Apr 9 After school Theatre 3:15 PM Heart Of RiverdaleFri, Apr 10 Parent-Child Mother Goose: Multi-age/Preschool Group 1:45 PM Whitehorse Elementary Barbara 335-2283 Multi-age/Preschool Group (3 years+) Free program; pre-registration required. Healthy snacks provided!Fri, Apr 10 Young Explorer’s Preschool Program 10:00 AM MacBride Museum 867-667-2709, ext.3 parents and children explore the animal gallery together. Play games, create crafts, read stories and sing songs.Fri, Apr 10 Parent-Child Mother Goose: Toddler Group 10:00 AM The Child Development Centre Barbara 335-2283 Toddlers 18 months to 3 years Free program; pre-registration required. Healthy snacks provided!Fri, Apr 10 Boys and Girls Club Youth Drop In 3:00 PM Boys and Girls Club (867) 393-2824 Dinner provided by the Boys and Girls Club.Fri, Apr 10 Building and Sculpting 3:15 PM Heart Of RiverdaleSat, Apr 11 Parent-Child Mother Goose: Multi Age Group 10:00 AM Canada Games Centre Lisa 668-8535 Free program; pre-registration required.Healthy snacks provided!Sat, Apr 11 Boys and Girls Club Youth Drop In 3:00 PM Boys and Girls Club (867) 393-2824 Dinner provided by the Boys and Girls Club.Sun, Apr 12 Family Games Drop-In 3:00 PM Heart Of RiverdaleMon, Apr 13 After school Art Exploration 3:15 PM Heart Of RiverdaleMon, Apr 13 GO The Surrounding Game 6:00 PM Starbucks Chilkoot Centre Simple Game Deep Strategy. Beginners & Visitors Welcome. For more information email: [email protected], Apr 14 Mother Goose 10:30 AM Heart Of RiverdaleTue, Apr 14 After school Sing Together 3:15 PM Heart Of RiverdaleTue, Apr 14 Book Club 7:30 PM Heart Of RiverdaleWed, Apr 15 Family Drop-In 10:00 AM Heart Of RiverdaleWed, Apr 15 Boys and Girls Club Youth Drop In 3:00 PM Boys and Girls Club (867) 393-2824 Dinner provided by the Boys and Girls Club.Wed, Apr 15 Ball Pit Play 3:15 PM Heart Of RiverdaleThu, Apr 16 Boys and Girls Club Youth Drop In 3:00 PM Boys and Girls Club (867) 393-2824 Dinner provided by the Boys and Girls Club.

Thu, Apr 16 After school Theatre 3:15 PM Heart Of RiverdaleThu, Apr 16 Teen Scene: Dungeons and Dragons 3:30 PM Whitehorse Public Library 667-8900 Role-play and craft a fantasy adventure! Every Third Thursday until May. Free drop in!Thu, Apr 16 Territorial Skills Competition Canada Games CentreFri, Apr 17 Parent-Child Mother Goose: Multi-age/Preschool Group 1:45 PM Whitehorse Elementary Barbara 335-2283 Multi-age/Preschool Group (3 years+) Free program; pre-registration required. Healthy snacks provided!Fri, Apr 17 Young Explorer’s Preschool Program 10:00 AM MacBride Museum 867-667-2709, ext.3 parents and children explore the animal gallery together. Play games, create crafts, read stories and sing songs.Fri, Apr 17 Parent-Child Mother Goose: Toddler Group 10:00 AM The Child Development Centre Barbara 335-2283 Toddlers 18 months to 3 years Free program; pre-registration required. Healthy snacks provided!Fri, Apr 17 Boys and Girls Club Youth Drop In 3:00 PM Boys and Girls Club (867) 393-2824 Dinner provided by the Boys and Girls Club.Fri, Apr 17 Building and Sculpting 3:15 PM Heart Of RiverdaleFri, Apr 17 YSA Juneau Exchange Tournament Canada Games CentreHealthy snacks provided!

WorkshopsThu, Apr 9 Getting Faster Running Clinic 6:00 PM Frank Slim Building 333-9202 (Don White)Thu, Apr 9 Silverware Wind Chimes Workshops 6:00 PM YuKonstruct MakerspaceThu, Apr 9 Living with Loss 6:30 PM Whitehorse Public Library 667-7429Sat, Apr 11 Advanced Bridge Lessons 1:00 PM Whitehorse Elementary 633-5352 Whitehorse Duplicate Bridge Club offers lessons for experienced players who want to improve their game.Sat, Apr 11 Gardening Workshop: Landscape Planning and Your Landscape Design Plan 10:00 AM Yukon College (867) 668-8800 Learn how to use your landscape to its fullest!Sat, Apr 11 Greenhouse Gardening 9:30 AM Canada Games Centre 668-8360 Enjoy the simple pleasures of putting food on the table that you grew yourself. Explore a variety of greenhouse designs. In the Green room at CGC.Sun, Apr 12 Classic French Desserts 1:00 PM Yukon College 668-5200 Come join this 3-hour, hands-on class led by a professional Red Seal chef showcasing 3 classic French desserts.Sun, Apr 12 Willow Weaving Workshop 1:00 PM Swan Haven Interpretive Centre Learn how to willow weave a simple swan design.Sun, Apr 12 Ceramics Open Studio 2:30 PM Arts Underground Non-instructed open studio. Participants are welcome to use the studio’s tools and equipment; clay and some tools are available for purchase. Every Sunday except long weekends. $5/hour.Tue, Apr 14 General Gardening 6:00 PM Canada Games Centre 668-8360 General gardening.Tue, Apr 14 Getting Faster Running Clinic 6:00 PM Frank Slim Building 333-9202 (Don White)Tue, Apr 14 YuKonstruct Weekly Open House 7:00 PM YuKonstruct Makerspace Tour YuKonstruct, see some projects in action, and meet some fellow makersWed, Apr 15 Gardening Workshop: Composting 6:00 PM Yukon College (867) 668-8800 Learn how to make the most of your compost!Wed, Apr 15 Gardening: Pathway Design Ideas 7:00 PM Frank Slim Building 668-8360 You will be focusing on paths; how to design them, how they can enhance your property, and how they can harmonize with your home.Wed, Apr 15 Painting Open Studio with Neil Graham 7:00 PM Arts UndergroundThu, Apr 16 Instructables InstaMorph (moldable plastic) Build Night 6:00 PM YuKonstruct MakerspaceThu, Apr 16 General Gardening 6:00 PM Canada Games Centre 668-8360 General gardening.Thu, Apr 16 Getting Faster Running Clinic 6:00 PM Frank Slim Building 333-9202 (Don White)Sat, Apr 18 Advanced Bridge Lessons 1:00 PM Whitehorse Elementary 633-5352 Whitehorse Duplicate Bridge Club offers lessons for experienced players who want to improve their game.Sun, Apr 19 Bird ID Workshop 10:30 AM Swan Haven Interpretive Centre Learn how to ID birds that come into the Yukon.Sun, Apr 19 Watercolour Landscape Workshop 2:00 PM Swan Haven Interpretive Centre Learn how to paint landscapes from a veteran artist.

Sun, Apr 19 Ceramics Open Studio 2:30 PM Arts Underground Non-instructed open studio. Participants are welcome to use the studio’s tools and equipment; clay and some tools are available for purchase. Every Sunday except long weekends.

MeetingsWed, Apr 8 Northern Voices Toastmasters 7:00 AM Sport Yukon 867-334-8654 Come and build your leadership skills, polish your public speaking in a fun and supportive environment! Guests are welcome to come and drop into our meetings at any time.Wed, Apr 15 Northern Voices Toastmasters 7:00 AM Sport Yukon 867-334-8654 Come and build your leadership skills, polish your public speaking in a fun and supportive environment! Guests are welcome to come and drop into our meetings at any time.Fri, Apr 17 Toastmasters Spring Conference Yukon Inn 867-334-8654 Friday evening will include a networking event, with appies, and table topics. On Saturday we will have two keynote speakers, leadership and communication workshops, and a speech evaluation and speech contest. The conference will be concluded with workshops on Sunday morning

Alcoholics AnonymousWednesdayThe Joy Of Living group (OM, NS) 12:00 noon Maryhouse 504 Cook St.Porter Creek Step meeting (CM) 8:00 PM Our Lady of VictoryNo Puffi n (CM, NS) 8:00 PM Big Book Study Maryhouse 504 Cook St.

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SaturdayDetox Meeting (OM, NS) 1:00 PM DETOX Bldg 6118-6thWomen’s Meeting (CM, NS) 2:30 PM Whitehorse General Hospital (acrossfrom emergency)Alcoholics Anonymous Meeting (OM, NS) 7:00 PM Hospital boardroom

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This is a story about ice wine, and we will get to it in a roundabout way.

Recently my husband Hector forwarded me an email from the farmer who, last fall, had sold us half a pig, four chickens, and our Thanksgiving turkey. He and Hector have developed the kind of old-fashioned, collegial re-lationship between smallholder and householder now possible in the Yukon, with the increase in small-scale farming. Together he and Matthieu, the farmer, have plucked chickens, butchered pigs, and cooked up blood pudding in Matthieu’s shed on a cold fall evening. When Mathieu has some-thing new to offer, he sends Hec-tor a bulletin. This one read:

“Hi, I have a regular supply of duck eggs. They are XXL in size and very good for pastry. 7$ / dozen.”

Hector replied, “Yes.” The duck eggs arrived the next

day. They were indeed XXL with shells pale ivory in colour, faintly marbled and almost translucent. Hector had an egg for breakfast, soft-boiled, accompanied by sour-dough toast.

“Hmm,” he said. “A fresh, organic duck’s egg, soft-boiled, does not have quite the allure of a fresh chicken egg. Not the same brightness or sharpness at all. ”

I sent out a call on social media: Duck’s eggs. Any sugges-tions? There were several replies, some helpful, others less so (“eat them”), and the consensus was that anything baked was a good bet, as Mathieu had intimated.

So I baked four of them into a cake called “Duck Egg Cake with Rosemary” posted on Epicurious and reprinted from Hank Shaw’s Duck, Duck, Goose: The Ultim-ate Guide to Cooking Waterfowl, Both Farmed and Wild, adding seven tablespoons of duck fat, as instructed, and substituting Lab-

rador tea for the rose-mary. The cake came out beautifully — high and golden with a cara-melized crust (I greased the tin with duck fat), a beautiful crumb, and an eggy, ducky fl avour haunted by a ghost of lemon emanating from the Lab-rador tea.

In his notes, Hank Shaw sug-gested a dessert wine such as a vin santo or Sauternes as accom-paniment, so I combed the shelves of the liquor store, arriving, in a roundabout way, at the ice wines.

There are currently two ice wines in stock in Whitehorse, both produced and bottled by the Bench 1775 vineyard in the Oka-nagan, one made with sauvignon blanc, the other merlot, and both sold under the name “Whistler”.

For those unfamiliar with ice wine, its fi rst distinguishing fea-ture is the method of harvest — the grapes are left to freeze on the vine and harvested when the temperature has hovered be-tween -8°C and -12°C for a sus-tained period, usually in January or February. During this extended period on the vine, the grapes de-hydrate, concentrating the sug-ars and producing a sweet, thick, and complex juice. Though there is evidence that the Romans har-vested frozen grapes for wine, ice wine in modern times was fi rst produced in Germany in the late 18th and early 19th centuries. In the mid-to-late 20th century it was taken up in a big way by vint-ners in the Okanagan and southern Ontario. Now, Canada is the big-gest producer of ice wine in the world, and ice wine is the num-ber one export among Canadian wines.

However, there is much, much more, as I discovered while hov-ering near the ice wine shelf. Mal-colm Mills, an enthusiastic Yukon Liquor Corporation employee with

a deep appreciation for wine and a vast store of knowledge at his fi ngertips, approached me, asking if I needed any help. There and then he gave me a crash course on how to drink ice wine, and later, over the phone, fi lled in the gaps.

Mills had little interest in ice wines himself until he took a tast-ing tour with an educational focus through Niagara-on-the-Lake. Now he is a convert. His fi rst bit of advice: prepare to look preten-tious.

“Ice wine is one of the few beverages where there really is a right way and a wrong way to drink it.”

You must buy into the ritual in order to get the full benefi t of what Mills calls “the nectar of wines.”

Malcolm Mill’s tips for drinking ice wine:

- Don’t chill the wine for too long; an hour before serving is enough.

- The ideal serving size is 30 mL, and the ideal glass is tulip- or bulb-shaped and big enough to al-low you to swirl the wine.

- Swirl vigorously for at least one minute; centrifugal force pulls the wine up the sides of the glass and pulls air into the wine, opening it up. Sniff while you’re doing this, and, “You’ll start to get all these amazing smells.”

- After swirling, sniff the wine again — two short inhalations fol-lowed by a deep one. Take an in-itial sip of fi ve to 10 mL, no more. Place the wine in your mouth,

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Welcome to the cigar lounge. Last time we were here, I paired a

CAO Italia cigar with Glenfi ddich scotch.

Today, the cigar of choice will be a Cusano 59 in a preferido vitola, from the Dominican Re-public, accompanied by a mug of Miller draft beer.

Usually seasoned cigar smokers like to have coffee, whiskey, rum, scotch, or bourbon with their sto-gies. In this case, there is a rea-son I chose a brew, but before I explain, I’d like to discuss the preferido style of cigars.

Their shape is different. The base is wider than the tip, while the middle is wider than both the tip and base. It’s sort a narrow, oval shape.

It’s tricky to cut the top off such a cigar. You can see where the cap has been wrapped on fl attop cigars and that serves as a guideline for cutting. With a preferido, the tip is pointed. I usually cut it off at a quarter-of-an-inch. I light it and draw. If that isn’t enough, I cut off another quarter of an inch. I would not suggest cutting more than half-an-inch.

Some say smoking preferidos is like sucking smoke through a straw, while others say the nar-

row tip enhances the fl avour. It’s a matter of personal preference; I always enjoy them.

This cigar is nicely constructed. A dark Cameroon wrapper is used to bind it, and is also wrapped around the middle. Cameroon wrappers are dark brown, and have a solid medium spice. With this in mind, I decided on a mild, neutral drink. Miller is a classic

light-tasting beer.The fi rst third of the cigar of-

fers a deep spice experience. As I smoke it I’m reminded of a spice market. The cigar is sharply cin-namon-fl avoured, not peppery, as some are. The beer is a perfect neutral accompaniment.

A ping pong match takes off on

my tongue — between earth and spice fl avours — as I ease out of the fi rst third of the preferido. It doesn’t take long for full earthy fl avours to rise in dominance.

Suddenly, I’m in a deeply wooded forest with lots of fresh moss. The coldness of the beer doesn’t abandon me; it blends very well with this particular part of the Cusano 59.

The spice almost disappears throughout much of the second third but it resurfaces in the last third. This time, hints of cherry come through in the smoke. When I approach the last two-and-a-half inches, a new fl avour emerges. It took a while for me to recognize the elusive taste of roasted nuts. However, once I nailed it down I thought it was really a nice thing for the spice fl avour to trail into.

The fl avours, complex as they are, transition well, and I’m just as into the construction of the cigar after having smoked it as I was before — no burn issues, nice white ash. The burn time is just over an hour.

The Miller draft was a perfect travel mate.

Angela Szymczuk is a Whitehorse-based writer.


Spice, Earth, and BarleyReviewing the wonderful pairing of cigars and beer

by Angela Szymczuk

PHOTO: Angela Szymczuk

A smooth draft with a flavorful Dominican cigar

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torial staff reminds you that tobacco in any form can be harmful to your health.

purse your lips, and inhale for about 30 seconds (careful not to aspirate) using your tongue to push the wine up against the roof of the mouth near the nasal cavity. Mills says, “After the fi rst couple of seconds, you’ll notice a dis-sipation of the sugars, and you’ll start to get much more fl oral and botanical-type notes.”

- Now, take a break. While you wait, the wine is warming up and changing again. On your second sip, you will notice dif-ferent fl avours — at our house, blackcurrants and apricots were followed by honey, lemon, and

a slightly mineral tang. On your third sip, the fl avours will change again. Pay attention.

- Instead of matching a sweet wine with a sweet dessert, think instead of “the concept of rich-ness”. Try crème brulée, even a savoury one, or a rose petal panna cotta, or macadamia or brazil nuts, pan-roasted with sugar and salt. Or, try a duck egg cake: the rich, savoury, ducky fl avour of the cake works beautifully with the fl oral notes and the smooth, al-most oily texture of the Whistler sauvignon blanc ice wine.

By the second week of April,

there will be another ice wine in stock at the Whitehorse li-quor store, and by the end of the month a further six or seven, from Ontario and the Okanagan, ran-ging in price from $20 for a 200 mL bottle to $60 for 375 mL.

Watch for them. And befriend a farmer. You might get some duck eggs.

Miche Genest is a Whitehorse-based cook, writer and drinker.


How Farmer Friends Lead to Pretentious Wines... cont’d Duck Egg and Labrador Tea CakeAdapted from Hank Shaw

INGREDIENTSUnsalted butter or duck fat for greasing the pan4 duck eggs¾ cup (180 mL) sugar3 Tbsp. (45 mL) olive oil7 Tbsp. (105 mL) duck fat, melted2 Tbsp. (30 mL) minced Labrador tea leaves1 cup and 3 Tbsp. (295 mL) all-purpose fl our1 Tbsp. (15 mL) baking powderGenerous pinch of coarse salt

METHOD• Preheat the oven to 325°F. Grease a 9-inch loaf pan with but-

ter or duck fat. • Crack the duck eggs into a large bowl, beat until frothy, add

the sugar, and beat until well combined. Still beating, drizzle in the oil and duck fat while stirring the mixture. • In a second bowl, whisk together the fl our, baking powder, salt

and Labrador tea. Stir the dry ingredients into the egg mixture with a few vigorous strokes. • Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 50 min-

utes. Stick a toothpick into the centre of the cake, and if it comes out clean, the cake is ready. If not, bake for another 10 minutes. • Let the cake cool in the pan on a rack for 5 minutes, then turn

it out onto the rack. Slice and eat warm or at room temperature. • Makes six to eight generous servings.

nUnsalted butter or duck fat for greasing the pan

nUnsalted butter or duck fat for greasing the pan


When Dieter Gade worked for a big TV station in Germany, he had no

inkling he would one day manage a radio station in a semi-remote corner of Canada’s Yukon.

Gade and his wife, Silke, were both engineers in their home country — she a computer en-gineer, he an electrical engineer who designed sound stages and post-production facilities for tele-vision.

After several visits to Canada, the couple immigrated to Alberta in 1990, knowing that “eventually we would end up in the North,” Gade says.

“In 2003, we decided to quit our jobs and move up to Haines Junction and live a different life.”

A community that was “more laid-back, away from the hassles of the big city” offered a chance to indulge their shared passion for both the outdoors and the arts.

While his wife took up painting, Gade started doing woodwork be-fore realizing it was not his forte.

Instead, he emerged from be-ing an “in-closet” blues guitarist, switched from acoustic to elec-

tric, and played for a couple of years with rocker Brenda Berezan.

Getting involved with Junction Arts and Music (JAM) helped Gade discover “a deep passion in pro-moting the arts, particularly per-forming arts.”

As a JAM board member and technical director, he worked with long-time Haines Junction music maven, the late Richard Godson, to shepherd a three-year, $320,000 redesign of the sound system and acoustics at the St. Elias Convention Centre.

Building the convention cen-tre took a “bold decision” by the village council of the day, Gade believes, “but I think it was the right decision. Many good things have evolved from that for Haines Junction.”

Alas, funds were lacking to “do the right thing” acoustically for the centre’s Grand Hall, and the limitations of the sound system became apparent when the cen-tre started attracting large-scale events such as the Kluane Moun-tain Bluegrass Festival.

“For each performance, we had to borrow or rent equipment

in order to put on a medium or larger-sized performance,” Gade says.

“It also took a lot of volunteer time to transport all the equip-ment from the school to the convention centre and back, and to get special equipment from Whitehorse.”

The goal was a system that would be “permanently installed, fl exible enough to accommodate all kinds of variations in the hall, and also portable enough to facili-tate outdoor concerts.”

With his non-technical hat on, Gade was also discussing with his fellow board how they could help put Haines Junction on the map, in Yukon and elsewhere.

“The bluegrass society did a tremendous job getting those top U.S. bluegrass bands here to play,” he says.

“The feedback we got from those musicians — they were just in awe of the place. And we thought, ‘OK, we have a facility where we can really host high-quality events.’”

Which set the former sound en-gineer to thinking: why not record

the concerts?Thus was born “JAM Live”.The board agreed to buy some

recording equipment, and JAM re-corded its fi rst event in November 2012.

After a few more twists and turns, Gade’s road eventually led to radio station CJHJ 99.9 FM — af-fectionately known as “The Griz”.

“I received an email from Rob Hopkins asking if anyone was in-terested in being involved with a local radio that he was setting up in Haines Junction,” Gade reports.

Hopkins is a community radio trailblazer who worked for years to set up radio station CFET-FM in the tiny hamlet of Tagish.

Equipped with a commercial broadcasting licence, he was look-ing to expand to a Yukon com-munity large enough to provide consistent content and a bigger audience.

Gade quickly jumped on board, becoming volunteer manager of the new station, which he oper-ates from a small upstairs room at home, with a transmitter on Paint Mountain and a computer inter-face in a small building Hopkins

owns nearby.CJHJ’s programming includes

hefty doses of local content, in-cluding the weekly JAM Live! (http://junctionjam.ca/events/jam-live/) and a show about the roots of blues, called Blues at the Junction.

Gade has just fi nished pack-aging Episode 34 of JAM Live!, which will also be heard in New-foundland, Winnipeg, Victoria, and elsewhere, thanks to an af-fi liation with the National Campus and Community Radio Association (NCRA).

“Literally, the show is broad-cast from coast to coast,” Gade chuckles.

“We’re still working on the coast-to-coast-to-coast, but we’re very happy that the show is liked and that community and campus stations are picking it up.”

Haines Junction, it seems, is on the map.

Ken Bolton is a freelance writer who telecommutes to

work from his home southeast of Whitehorse.

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Emil Imrith laughs easily when he is asked about the stereo-type we have for physicists:

nerdy types in lab coats standing in front of a blackboard full of num-bers and equations.

“Nowadays, we have computers that help us to model and simu-late,” he says. “But we do need a whiteboard 50 per cent of the time. I like whiteboards.”

Imrith owns and operates Tech-notrom, a company that designs electronics and software. He could do this anywhere in the world, but he came to the Yukon because he loves it here: “The life, the sim-plicity, the community, and the opportunity to meet all kinds of people — I was compelled by that.”

Imrith was an electronics and communications engineer in the Dominican Republic and will soon be accredited in Canada, and, he loves physics.

He loves physics so much he wants to share it with Yukoners. So, Imrith has launched the Ad-vanced Physics and Mathematics Study Group of the Yukon.

Anyone interested in physics — from working physicists to young people who like a challenge — can sit around the table and discuss topics such as partial differential equations, quantum mechanics, plasma physics, lasers, etc.

“A round table,” Imrith points out, explaining this is in the spirit of open source technology.

“Triangles don’t work well, with a president on top and treasurer and everyone else below,” he says.

“It is too diffi cult to encourage creativity.

“But a round table without that

structure? There is openness.”Different members will be asked

to lead a discussion, introduce a problem to work on together, and put out some challenges.

The fi rst meeting will be April 18, at 3:55 p.m., at the White-horse Public Library. It will kick off with an advanced topic because “I am afraid if I start with too simple, people won’t be interested,” says Imrith.

“If it is too complicated for someone, they can just watch, ask questions, get inspired, and learn those things because we can immediately establish a road for them to understand.

“If you are 50-years-old and you want to be a physicist, what is the problem?” Imrith asks.

“Our society says it is impos-sible, it is too late. But it is never too late.

“It’s like playing basketball: you have to practice, but you also have to have fun; if you don’t have fun, what’s the point?

“When someone teaches biol-ogy, the process is fun. But when they teach math, it is about the result and we feel like we are be-ing judged.”

Physics is all about creativity; that’s why an encouraging and fun environment is so important.

“Albert Einstein used to say it is more important to have creativity than knowledge,” says Imrith.

“Physics is an art that lets you interpret the world in a different way and open doors to a differ-ent realm of understanding of your self-consciousness and also the world.”

Art?

“Oh!” Imrith exclaims (getting excited), “Once you observe a phe-nomenon and you try to describe that phenomenon in a mathemati-cal model, you can understand it better.

“Then you can modify it and you can imitate it and actually use it to develop any kind of technology.

“If you want to invent some-thing, physics is the foundation.”

Besides the creative side of physics, the new group will use computers for numerical analysis, “and we will be teaching how to use open source technology to re-solve problems in physics,” Imrith says.

“I love to learn, he adds. “That’s why I want to do this.

“I want to teach what I know and, if I don’t know it, I want to learn it, too.”

More information is available at www.osty.ca.

Darrell Hookey is a freelance writer in Whitehorse.

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Two teams of Yukon students will travel outside the terri-tory this spring after strong

performances at the Destination Imagination Yukon tournament on February 28.

Destination Imagination (DI) is an extracurricular program where teams of students solve open-ended challenges and present the solutions at tournaments.

Alex Gray is in Grade 5 at Hid-den Valley Elementary School. His team, the Northern Fiddlesticks, will be in Vancouver this weekend to participate in the DI B.C. prov-incial tournament.

“What I like about DI is that you’re using all school subjects at the same time,” says Gray.

“You’re using math, you’re using art, you’re using science, you’re using creativity. It kind of activates your whole brain.”

DI challenges do range across all school subjects. The one thing they have in common is that they must be presented as a story.

“I like that DI is so different from anything else,” says Tasha Elliott from Vanier Catholic Secondary.

“I’ve never participated in a scientifi c challenge that had to be incorporated into a play before. I think it’s fun.”

Elliot’s team was selected to attend DI Global Finals in Knox-ville, Tennessee this May by the non-profi t Destination Imagination

Yukon Society. Every year, over 20,000 elementary to university-level students from over a dozen countries compete at the global fi nals.

Vanier’s team name, KERRB, is an acronym of its members’ last names: (Marika) Kitchen, (Tasha) Elliott, (Francis) Reid, (Jack) Royle and (Molly) Brooksbank.

“Our team is really excited,” says Marika Kitchen, who was instrumental in pulling KERRB together.

“I wasn’t expecting to go to Tennessee and was really sur-prised when we got the call down to the offi ce. We were stunned.”

This is the third year Yukon Education has supported the vol-unteer-led DI program. Yukon Edu-cation pays all team start-up fees and has committed to pay a third of a team’s costs of going to the global fi nals.

“DI Yukon’s board set a goal

last fall to send one team to Global Finals 2015,” said Johanne Koser, DI Yukon’s affi liate director.

“We’re so excited to be able to give these kids this opportunity and hope to see the program grow even more next year.”

DI Yukon has also received $5,000 from Cold Climate In-novation at the Yukon Research Centre as well as signifi cant dis-counts from Air North. Students and board members alike are still raising money to help both teams cover costs.

If you’d like more information about DI or would like to donate, contact Johanne at [email protected].

Chris Madden lives in Whitehorse. He is disc golf enthusiast, a juggler, and a

DI volunteer. Contact him via [email protected].

Destination B.C. and Destination Tennessee!by Chris Madden

DI students from Hidden Valley Elementary School showing off their handiwork. Back row: Alyssa Rathburn, Naden Qually, Max Wanner, Alex Gray, Willow Sippel.

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Serge Michaud doesn’t at-tempt to hide his feelings about the importance of the

Special Olympics movement.“For me, the organization is

all about providing opportunities, which is something near and dear to my heart,” he says.

“Specifi cally, we’re providing opportunities to individuals who may otherwise not get opportun-ities to train and compete in the sports they love.”

Before becoming executive dir-ector of Special Olympics Yukon (SOY) 15 years ago, Michaud was a volunteer with the organization for 10 years in Quebec.

“We are sport for people with an intellectual disability. That’s what we do,” he says.

“Sport fosters friendship; sport fosters camaraderie; sport fosters togetherness.”

Carrie Rudolph is one of about 90 athletes active in SOY. The 32-year-old has represented Yukon twice at the national level in bowl-ing, one of the most popular Spe-cial Olympics programs.

Rudolph was part of a Yukon contingent that won silver at last year’s national games in Vancou-ver. Four years ago, she achieved a personal best at her fi rst national competition in London, Ontario, which she calls “pretty exciting”.

Competing at that level takes “lots of practice and a lot of sup-port from family and friends, and from coaches,” Rudolph acknow-ledges.

But when it comes to describ-ing the most important aspect of Special Olympics — and her deci-sion to take up playing bocce at the local level fi ve years ago — she echoes a word Michaud likes to use: camaraderie.

“The camaraderie of friends, hanging out with my friends and getting to know a different sport,” she says.

This winter, Rudolph added a third sport to her repertoire, be-coming one of six Special Olympi-ans in the local curling program.

“I just started this past year, so I’m still tweaking my skills,” she admits.

That doesn’t mean she hasn’t thought about where she’d like to go with the sport.

“Right now, my goal is na-tional level for curling,” she says. “With practice, I think we can get there.”

Besides giving athletes a chance to develop their skills and compete with others at various levels, Michaud says Special Olym-pics programs offer other benefi ts.

“Another positive by-product is the contribution to society and the celebration of ability,” he says.

“A lot of our athletes are con-tributing in society through em-ployment, through volunteering with different organizations, not necessarily Special Olympics. A number of our athletes hold full-time jobs in our community.”

Michaud often gets calls from potential employers expressing an interest in hiring one of the SOY athletes.

“We’ll say, ‘Great. That’s not

really our mission, but I can cer-tainly refer you to someone who can help with that,’” he says.

In turn, Michaud suggests, the community contributes generously to SOY, with a roster of about 75 sports volunteers and 40 event volunteers, plus a loyal cadre of supporters from the business com-munity.

“Our sponsorship turnover from year to year is very low. The im-pression we get is that once a sponsor or partner comes onboard with Special Olympics, they can’t wait to come back year after year,” he says.

“I think our corporate partners and various levels of government see the value and are willing to support and contribute to the value we provide to the commun-ity.”

On Saturday, April 11, the an-nual Special Olympics festival din-ner and auction will take place at the Yukon Convention Centre, pre-sented in conjunction with Can-adian Tire Whitehorse.

The $100-a-plate event will in-clude an auction of over 100 do-nated items — including trips to New Orleans and one to Vancouver for an AC/DC concert — and music by Major Funk and the Employ-ment.

The guest speaker will be Mark

Tewksbury, gold medalist in the 100-metre backstroke at the 1992 Summer Olympics in Barcelona, Spain.

“You will not fi nd a more com-passionate speaker on sport for all,” says Michaud, who has known Tewksbury for years.

“Any opportunity he has to be around our athletes, be it in a developmental setting or in a fundraising type of setting, he em-braces it. He’s a super speaker as well.”

For more information, visit www.specialolympicsyukon.ca.

Freelance writer Ken Bolton telecommutes to work from his home southeast of Whitehorse.

That Special Olympic Feelingby Ken Bolton

PHOTO: 2014 Special Olympics Canada Summer Games

Carrie Rudolph (in chair) and some of the Yukon athletes

who took part in last summer’s national Special Olympics competition in Vancouver

PHOTO: Special Olympics Yukon

Since starting to bowl 12 years ago, Carrie Rudolph has competed in two national-level Special Olympics Summer Games


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Message of the Month:

National Volunteer Week April 12-18

National Volunteer Week (NVW) is a time to recognize, celebrate and thank Yukon’s volunteers. NVW 2015 takes place on April 12-18.

Come and celebrate the 13.3 million volunteers across Canada who generously donate their time and energy.

Yukoners have a rich history of volunteering and community involvement. Around 49% of Yukonners are

volunteering in our territory.

We encourage organizations to collaborate, plan and celebrate National Volunteer Week together.

Volunteer Bénévoles Yukon can help you celebrate in your community with the

Volunteer Experience Recognition Program certifi cate and with the

Volunteers Grow Community Thank you Card.

For more information, please contact Bruno at 456-4304

or [email protected].

Volunteer Opportunity of the Month:

Yukon Artists @ Work is seeking volunteers to help with shifts at their new gallery

At the moment, we are open 11:00 AM until 6:00 PM, Tuesday through to Sunday.

Being downtown requires that there be two people during gallery hours. This doubling up of shifts is too much for

the number of members we have. We would like to pair volunteers with the YAAW member artists.

Our artist/members often work on projects while doing their shifts in the Gallery. This would be an excellent opportunity for art-loving volunteers to learn from our

talented membership while contributing to Yukon Artists @ Work.

We are asking volunteers to work a minimum of three and one half hours per shift.

For more information, contact: Linda Leon, 4129 4th Avenue,

668-5028 [email protected]

YUKON MADE S T O R E

Open Year RoundTues. & Wed. 11am - 5pmThurs. & Fri. 11am - 6pm

Saturday 11am - 4pm

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Tel: (867) 993-5005Fax: (867) 993-5838

Website: www.kiac.ca

DOMINIQUE PETRINNew Work

In the GalleryMarch 12 – April 18

COFFEEHOUSE & OPEN MIC NIGHT

Saturday, April 11 at 7 PMat the Odd Fellows’ Ballroom -

Admission by DonationCome down to KIAC for a warm

family-friendly evening of local creativity.

Everyone is welcome to perform or simply enjoy.

All donations will contribute to a local community group.

There will be hot coffee, tea, and delicious snacks.

CAMERA OBSCURA FESTIVAL

If you wish to be informed about the upcoming Midnight Sun

Camera Obscura Festival, being held in Dawson June 17 to 22,

2015, the website is now on line.http://www.

midnightsuncameraobscura.com/

Exhibi� ons>> in the Yukon Art Society Gallery:

THE SEVEN TEXTILE ARTISTS“How Does it Felt”

Exhibi� on closes December 1st, 2012

>> in the Hougen Heritage Gallery:YUKON ARCHIVES

Archival Gold: Favourites from the VaultExhibi� on closes January 26, 2013

Open Studio Sessions>> Ceramic Open Studio Sessions <<

Sundays from 2:30 to 6pm$5 per hour

>> Acrylic Pain� ng Open Studio <<with Neil Graham

every fi rst and third Wednesday of each month 7 to 9pm

$10 per 2 hour session

To register call: 867-667-4080Email: recep� [email protected]

ProgramsArts Underground / Yukon Art Society

867-667-4080 ext 22

CURRENT EXHIBITIONS:FOCUS GALLERY

NORTHERN FIBRES GUILDApril 2-25

Opening Reception:

HOUGEN HERITAGE GALLERY

THE PUCKETT FAMILY: LIFE IN WHITEHORSE C.1900-1930Images and stories from the

Puckett and Shadwell collections at MacBride MuseumRuns: March - June

OPEN STUDIO SESSIONS (14+)CERAMIC OPEN STUDIO

Every Sunday except long weekendsFrom 2:30-6 pm

$5/hr paid to Studio Tech

PAINTING OPEN STUDIOWith Neil Graham

1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month; From 7-9 pm

$10 per session

LIFE DRAWING OPEN STUDIO with Neil Graham

Monday, April 27Monday, May 25

From 7-9 pm$10 per session

HeaRt of

RiverdaleMORNINGS:

TUESDAY 10:30-11:30Parent Child

Monther Goose(Pre-register)

THURSDAY & FRIDAY 10-12Ball Pit Play - Family

SATURDAY10-4 Family Drop-In

10-3 Ball Pit Play

AFTERNOONS 3:15-5:15:MONDAY

After School Art ExplorationTUESDAY

After School Sing TogetherWEDNESDAY

After school Ball Pit 7 GamesTHURSDAY

After school TheatreFRIDAY

After school Building and Sculpting

EVENINGS:MONDAY 7:15 - 8:15

Learn to Sing TogetherTeen / Adult

w/ Scott MaynardTUESDAY

Knitting Circle6:30-7:30 Kids7:30-9 Adults

Book Club - Adult(see website)

WEDNESDAY 5:30-6:30Girls Group

THURSDAY 6:30 - 7:30Kids Choir - Ages 7-12

w/ Barbara ChamberlinFRIDAY 7-9

Teen Drop-In

Heart of Riverdale38 A Lewes Blvd

www.theheartofriverdale.com

Silverware Wind ChimesApril 9 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Industrial Sewing Machine 101

April 9 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

CNC Router 101April 9 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Laser Cutter 101April 9 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Build a Farm-style Dining Room Table

April 11, 12 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Weekly Open HouseApril 14 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

[email protected]

135 Industrial Rd.Open : Tues-Sun 11am - 9pm

Available Light CinemaSunday, April 19 at the Yukon Arts Centre

6pm Rich HillDir. T Tragos, A Palermo, USA, 2014, 91 min. This Grand Jury prize winner at the 2014 Sundance Film Festival is a beautifully lensed documentary on the challenges, hopes and dreams of three young boys in rural America. In the town of Rich Hill, Missouri, 14-year-old Andrew adapts the best he can to being constantly uprooted and moved around the state. Fifteen-year-old Harley lives with his grandmother, who tries to create a sense of stability for a boy dealing with issues far beyond his years. Thirteen-year-old Appachey is a smart old soul who can’t find a way to align himself to the world he lives in.

8pm What We Do in the ShadowsDir. J Clement, T Waititi, New Zealand, 2014, 86 min. A hilarious and smart comedy from the creators of Flight of the Conchords. Three Wellington housemates are vampires who are trying to get by in modern society; from paying rent and doing housework to trying to get invited into nightclubs, they’re just like anyone else—except they’re immortal and must feast on human blood. When their 8000 year-old roommate turns 20-something hipster into a vampire, the guys must guide him through his newfound eternal life. The Yukon-made horror short, Subject Six precedes this feature.

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Instructables InstaMorph (moldable plastic) Build Night

April 16 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Induction Forge 101April 16 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm


Fri, Apr 3 Exploring Yoga 10:15 AM White Swan SanctuaryWed, Apr 8 Women & Children Lunch Date 11:30 AM Victoria Faulkner Women’s Centre Delicious Free Lunch for Women & ChildrenWed, Apr 8 Lunchtime Yoga 12:10 PM Shanti Yoga 867-456-7123 Learn to breathe, stretch and relax! Use back entrance of Hawkins House No experience required all are welcomeWed, Apr 8 Whitehorse Weight Watchers 4:30 PM Whitehorse United Church Please arrive 30-minutes prior to the listed meeting time for weigh-in and registration.Wed, Apr 8 Red Tara Meditation 6:00 PM White Swan Sanctuary 633-3715 Everyone welcome. For more info contact VickyWed, Apr 8 The Alzheimer/Dementia Family Caregiver Support Group 7:00 PM Copper Ridge Place A group for family or friends caring for someone with Dementia. Info and register call Cathy 334-1548 or Joanne 668-7713.Thu, Apr 9 Iyengar Yoga With Richard 5:15 PM White Swan Sanctuary (867) 660.4545 Richard is a certifi ed IYENGAR Yoga instructorThu, Apr 9 Getting Faster Running Clinic 6:00 PM Frank Slim Building 333-9202 (Don White)Thu, Apr 9 Living with Loss 6:30 PM Whitehorse Public Library 667-7429Thu, Apr 9 Going for the Gold 7:15 PM Prime Meridian Physiotherapy for people with persistent pain who are ready to learn new skills and increase their confi dence in their ability to make changes in a supportive, non judgemental environment. Held in the White Swan SanctuaryFri, Apr 10 Sally & Sisters Lunch 12:00 PM Whitehorse Food Bank 334-9317 Free Hot Lunch for Women & ChildrenSat, Apr 11 Whitehorse Weight Watchers 8:30 AM Whitehorse United Church Please arrive 30-minutes prior to the listed meeting time for weigh-in and registration.Sun, Apr 12 Zen meditation and discussion 3:30 PM Alpine Bakery We wil do a sitting meditation for 20 minutes, a walking meditation for 10 minutes and a second sitting meditation for 20 minutes. After that we recite a chant (in English), have tea and a snack, and present a short Zen reading for discussion.Sun, Apr 12 Finding your Life Purpose class 9:30 AM Hootalinqua Fire Hall 867.335.0078 Come spend a day with us connecting to a deeper place and exploring what your Life Purpose might be, investigating some possibilities that can bring you peace and joy.Co-facilitated by Andrea Schlupp and Alison Zeidler.Sun, Apr 12 Finding your Life Purpose Workshop 9:30 AM Elemental Holistic Therapies 867-335-0078

Mon, Apr 13 “It’s Not Right!” Neighbours, Friends & Families for Older Adults 1:00 PM Golden Age Society 393-2044 Free information session about how neighbours, friends and family members can make a difference in the life of an older adult who may be experiencing abuse or neglect.Mon, Apr 13 Sally & Sisters Lunch 12:00 PM Whitehorse Food Bank 334-9317 Free Hot Lunch for Women & ChildrenMon, Apr 13 shamata Meditation 5:15 PM White Swan Sanctuary Group meditation all levels welcomeTue, Apr 14 Sports Experts 5 Km Fun Run/Walk 6:00 PM F.H. Collins Secondary 867 633-5671 Walk/Run a 2.5 km or 5 km course on the millennium trial.Tue, Apr 14 Golden Horn Yoga 6:00 PM Golden Horn Elementary Terice 668-6631Tue, Apr 14 Getting Faster Running Clinic 6:00 PM Frank Slim Building 333-9202 (Don White)Wed, Apr 15 Women & Children Lunch Date 11:30 AM Victoria Faulkner Women’s Centre Delicious Free Lunch for Women & ChildrenWed, Apr 15 Lunchtime Yoga 12:10 PM Shanti Yoga 867-456-7123 Learn to breathe, stretch and relax! Use back entrance of Hawkins House No experience required all are welcomeWed, Apr 15 Whitehorse Weight Watchers 4:30 PM Whitehorse United Church Please arrive 30-minutes prior to the listed meeting time for weigh-in and registration.Thu, Apr 16 Pathways Through Pain 12:30 PM Many Rivers Counselling and Support Services 667-2970 ext 234 Meet others, get some support, learn some new techniques for relaxation and pain management, and most of all, have some FUN. Six Sessions, not a drop in must pre registerThu, Apr 16 Iyengar Yoga With Richard 5:15 PM White Swan Sanctuary (867) 660.4545 Richard is a certifi ed IYENGAR Yoga instructorThu, Apr 16 Getting Faster Running Clinic 6:00 PM Frank Slim Building 333-9202 (Don White)Fri, Apr 17 Sally & Sisters Lunch 12:00 PM Whitehorse Food Bank 334-9317 Free Hot Lunch for Women & ChildrenSat, Apr 18 PFLAG Meeting 7:00 PM Yukon College Support for those struggling with sexual orientation and gender identity in themselves or someone they know. Everyone welcomeSat, Apr 18 Whitehorse Weight Watchers 8:30 AM Whitehorse United Church Please arrive 30-minutes prior to the listed meeting time for weigh-in and registration.Sat, Apr 18 Touch for Health (Levels 1 and 2) 9:00 AM Golden Age Society 250-651-2133 or 867-335.0078 Greg Webb, RMT, is a master Specialized Kinesiology Practitioner who has taught Touch for Health since 1994.Sun, Apr 19 Zen meditation and discussion 3:30 PM Alpine Bakery We wil do a sitting meditation for 20 minutes, a walking meditation for 10 minutes and a second sitting meditation for 20 minutes. After that we recite a chant (in English), have tea and a snack, and present a short Zen reading for discussion.Sun, Apr 19 Buddhist Meditation Retreat 9:00 AM White Swan Sanctuary 335-1424 hosted by Katog Choku Ling under the guidance of Khentrul Lodro Thaye Rinpoche. A day of recorded instruction alternating with meditation practice. Open to everyone for all or part of the day.

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Apr i l 9 Yukon Jack 10 PM

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Apr i l 1 1 Yukon Jack 10 PM

Apr i l 12 All day happy hourApr i l 13 Ladies Night with DJ Carlo 10 PM

Apr i l 15 Jamaoke with Jackie 10 PM

Apr i l 16 Yukon Jack 10 PM

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Active Interest LISTINGSThu, Apr 9 Velocity range practice 4:00 PM Biathlon RangeThu, Apr 9 Getting Faster Running Clinic 6:00 PM Frank Slim Building 333-9202 (Don White)Thu, Apr 9 Savaté (French Kick Boxing) 6:00 PM Aikido Yukon Dojo 335-4500Thu, Apr 9 Snowshoe Series 6:00 PM Mount MacIntyre Recreation Centre 633-5671Thu, Apr 9 BY Board Meeting 7:00 PM Biathlon RangeFri, Apr 10 Hand to Hand - Level 1 (lunch class) with Gael 11:30 AM Aikido Yukon DojoFri, Apr 10 Golden Horn Judo 3:30 PM Golden Horn ElementaryFri, Apr 10 Drop In Badminton 7:00 PM Takhini Elementary School Newcomers are welcome For more information: [email protected]

Sat, Apr 11 Simapalooza 10:00 AM Mount Sima End of year celebration at Mt.Sima! Live Music, Yukon Snowboard Championships, Fun events and contests, BBQ, Beer Garden, Slush Cup, and more!Sat, Apr 11 Gardening Workshop: Landscape Planning and Your Landscape Design Plan 10:00 AM Yukon College (867) 668-8800 Learn how to use your landscape to its fullest!Sat, Apr 11 Coffee House Music Night 7:00 PM Swan Haven Interpretive Centre 667-8291 Listen or bring your instrument to swan haven for a musical evening. RSVP if you want to lead some songs.Sun, Apr 12 Bird Photography Workshop 10:00 AM Swan Haven Interpretive Centre Learn how to take photos of birds properly from an expert. Dress warmly.Sun, Apr 12 Slush Cup 12:00 PM Biathlon Range

Sun, Apr 12 Ultimate Frisbee 5:30 PM Canada Games Centre 668-6517 Come out and play some frisbee. All levels are welcome.Sun, Apr 12 Drop In Badminton 7:00 PM Takhini Elementary School Newcomers are welcome For more information: [email protected], Apr 13 Hand to Hand - Level 1&2 with Gael 6:00 PM Aikido Yukon DojoMon, Apr 13 Sword/Bokken with Gael 7:00 PM Aikido Yukon DojoMon, Apr 13 Yukon Roller Girls Team Practice 7:00 PM Elija Smith Elementary School 30 minutes off skate work followed by Skills and DrillsTue, Apr 14 5 Km Fun Run/Walk 6:00 PM F.H. Collins Secondary 867 633-5671 Walk/Run a 2.5 km or 5 km course on the millennium trial.Tue, Apr 14 Golden Horn Yoga 6:00 PM Golden Horn Elementary Terice 668-6631Tue, Apr 14 Getting Faster Running Clinic 6:00 PM Frank Slim Building 333-9202 (Don White)Tue, Apr 14 Executive meeting 7PM 7:00 PM Biathlon RangeWed, Apr 15 Y.S.A.A. Elementary Wrestling Tournament Canada Games CentreWed, Apr 15 Lunchtime Yoga 12:10 PM Shanti Yoga 867-456-7123 Learn to breathe, stretch and relax! Use back entrance of Hawkins House No experience required all are welcomeWed, Apr 15 Hand to Hand - Level 2&3 with Gael 6:00 PM Aikido Yukon DojoWed, Apr 15 Drop In Badminton 7:00 PM Takhini Elementary School Newcomers are welcome For more information: [email protected], Apr 15 Staff/Jo with Gael 7:00 PM Aikido Yukon DojoThu, Apr 16 Velocity range practice 4:00 PM Biathlon RangeThu, Apr 16 Savaté (French Kick Boxing) 6:00 PM Aikido Yukon Dojo 335-4500Thu, Apr 16 Getting Faster Running Clinic 6:00 PM Frank Slim Building 333-9202 (Don White)Thu, Apr 16 Territorial Skills Competition Canada Games CentreFri, Apr 17 Hand to Hand - Level 1 (lunch class) with Gael 11:30 AM Aikido Yukon DojoFri, Apr 17 Golden Horn Judo 3:30 PM Golden Horn ElementaryFri, Apr 17 Drop In Badminton 7:00 PM Takhini Elementary School Newcomers are welcome For more information: [email protected], Apr 17 YSA Juneau Exchange Tournament Canada Games CentreSat, Apr 18 Forest Birds of Swan Haven: Bird Banding Demonstration 1:00 PM Swan Haven Interpretive Centre Learn how they band birds and also get to look at birds up close.

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designed studio spaces, while featuring small class sizes and reasonable tuition fees.

For a once-in-a-lifetime art education in Dawson City, apply today,

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APPLICATION DEADLINE JUNE 1st, 2015.

Atl inWednesdays Board Games 7:00 PM Atlin Rec CentreWednesdays Ladies’ Lunch & Carpet Bowling 7:00 PM Atlin Rec Centre

Beav er CreekThu, Apr 9 Toddler Gym 2:00 PM Beaver Creek Community ClubSat, Apr 11 Family Gym Night 3:00 PM Beaver Creek Community ClubSat, Apr 11 Family Gym 3:00 PM Beaver Creek Community ClubSat, Apr 11 Volleyball 8:00 PM Beaver Creek Community ClubSat, Apr 11 Women’s Yoga 9:00 AM Nelnah Bessie John School Just yourself in comfortable clothingMon, Apr 13 Youth Gym Drop In 3:30 PM Beaver Creek Community ClubMon, Apr 13 Volleyball 8:00 PM Beaver Creek Community ClubMon, Apr 13 Tot Time 9:30 AM Nelnah Bessie John SchoolTue, Apr 14 Toddler Gym 2:00 PM Beaver Creek Community ClubTue, Apr 14 Women’s Yoga 7:00 PM Nelnah Bessie John School Just yourself in comfortable clothingWed, Apr 15 Craft night 7:00 PM Beaver Creek Community ClubWed, Apr 15 Open Gym 8:00 PM Beaver Creek Community ClubWed, Apr 15 Sports Night 8:00 PM Beaver Creek Community ClubThu, Apr 16 Toddler Gym 2:00 PM Beaver Creek Community ClubSat, Apr 18 Family Gym Night 3:00 PM Beaver Creek Community ClubSat, Apr 18 Family Gym 3:00 PM Beaver Creek Community ClubSat, Apr 18 Volleyball 8:00 PM Beaver Creek Community Club

Carc rossThu, Apr 9 Sewing Group 6:00 PM CTFN Capacity BuildingThu, Apr 9 Prenatal Classes for Mothers and Fathers to be 7:00 PM Ghùch Tlâ Community School With Kathleen Cranfi eld, Registered Midwife and CPNP coordinatorMon, Apr 13 C/TFN Carving Shed open 5:30 PM Carcross Carving Shed Keith Wolf Smarch will be in attendance to provide guidance/help with all manner of traditional artworkTue, Apr 14 Elder’s Breakfast 10:00 AM The Old DaycareTue, Apr 14 Sports Night 6:00 PM Ghùch Tlâ Community SchoolTue, Apr 14 Women’s Group 7:00 PM Carcross Community Campus 821-4251Wed, Apr 15 Canada Prenatal Nutrition Program Lunch 12:00 PM The Old Daycare 821-4251 For more info:kathleen.cranfi [email protected], Apr 15 Hiroshikai Judo 6:00 PM Ghùch Tlâ Community School 332-1031Wed, Apr 15 Sewing Group 6:00 PM CTFN Capacity BuildingThu, Apr 16 Sewing Group 6:00 PM CTFN Capacity BuildingThu, Apr 16 Prenatal Classes for Mothers and Fathers to be 7:00 PM Ghùch Tlâ Community School With Kathleen Cranfi eld, Registered Midwife and CPNP coordinator

Daw s on CityThu, Apr 9 Hatha Yoga with Joanne VanNostrand 5:45 PM KIAC Klondike Institute of Art & Culture 867-993-5185 To confi rm a scheduled class, email [email protected], 24 hours in advance. Cancellations will be emailed to registered students in advance.Thu, Apr 9 Animation Workshop 7:00 PM KIAC Klondike Institute of Art & Culture Free workshop in the ballroom with Madi Piller and Michelle LatimerFri, Apr 10 Super Seniors Weights 55+ 11:00 AM Dawson City Fitness CentreFri, Apr 10 Women & Weights (Ladies Only) 12:00 PM Dawson City Fitness Centre

Fri, Apr 10 Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in Youth Centre 3:00 PM Tr’ondek Hwech’in Youth CentreFri, Apr 10 Zumba with Katie Pearse 5:30 PM Robert Service School 867-993-5370 Join the Zumba craze with this Latin-inspired workout!Sat, Apr 11 KIAC Drop-in Painting 1:00 PM KIAC Klondike Institute of Art & Culture Inspire and be inspired by other artists. Bring your own ideas and painting surfaces. Brushes & easels are supplied, no instruction offered. Fee $5Sat, Apr 11 Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in Youth Centre 3:00 PM Tr’ondek Hwech’in Youth CentreSat, Apr 11 Hatha Yoga with Joanne VanNostrand 9:00 AM KIAC Klondike Institute of Art & Culture 867-993-5185 To confi rm a scheduled class, email [email protected], 24 hours in advance. Cancellations will be emailed to registered students in advance.Sun, Apr 12 St. Paul’s Church Service 10:30 AM St Paul’s Church 867-993-5381Mon, Apr 13 Super Seniors Weights 55+ 11:00 AM Dawson City Fitness CentreMon, Apr 13 Women & Weights (Ladies Only) 12:00 PM Dawson City Fitness CentreMon, Apr 13 Zumba with Katie Pearse 5:30 PM Robert Service School 867-993-5370 Join the Zumba craze with this Latin-inspired workout!Mon, Apr 13 Hatha Yoga with Joanne VanNostrand 6:45 PM KIAC Klondike Institute of Art & Culture 867-993-5185 To confi rm a scheduled class, email [email protected], 24 hours in advance. Cancellations will be emailed to registered students in advance.Tue, Apr 14 Step n Strong 7:00 PM Robert Service School 867-993-2520 For more information email: getrealfi t(at)me.comTue, Apr 14 Dawson City Council Meeting 7:00 PM Dawson City Town Hall 867-993-7400 The meetings are aired live on Dawson City TV Channel 12. Council holds a Question Period at each meeting that takes place towards the end of the meeting. This provides the public an opportunity to ask Council questions.Tue, Apr 14 Dawson City Burlesque Intensive 7:00 PM KIAC Klondike Institute of Art & Culture 993-5998 This class will teach you all of the knowledge and skills you need to get started as a beginner burlesque performer.Wed, Apr 15 Zumba with Katie Pearse 5:30 PM Robert Service School 867-993-5370 Join the Zumba craze with this Latin-inspired workout!Wed, Apr 15 Dark Room Club 6:00 PM KIAC Klondike Institute of Art & Culture *paper available for purchase. For more information or to participate:please contact Rebekah at [email protected], Apr 15 Adult Tap: Intro Level 6:30 PM KIAC Klondike Institute of Art & Culture It’s Back! Adult Tap! With Terrie Turai. New tap shoes included in cost of Intro level course.Wed, Apr 15 Adult Tap: Level 2 7:30 PM KIAC Klondike Institute of Art & Culture It’s Back! Adult Tap! With Terrie Turai. Level 2 course for returning tappers.Wed, Apr 15 CFYT Trivia 8:00 PM The Billy Goat A fundraiser for CFYT local radio.Thu, Apr 16 TIAY AGM 4:00 PM Dänojà Zho Cultural CentreThu, Apr 16 Hatha Yoga with Joanne VanNostrand 5:45 PM KIAC Klondike Institute of Art & Culture 867-993-5185 To confi rm a scheduled class, email [email protected], 24 hours in advance. Cancellations will be emailed to registered students in advance.Thu, Apr 16 TIAY Spring Conference Dawson City 668-3331Fri, Apr 17 Super Seniors Weights 55+ 11:00 AM Dawson City Fitness CentreFri, Apr 17 Women & Weights (Ladies Only) 12:00 PM Dawson City Fitness CentreFri, Apr 17 Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in Youth Centre 3:00 PM Tr’ondek Hwech’in Youth CentreFri, Apr 17 Zumba with Katie Pearse 5:30 PM Robert Service School 867-993-5370 Join the Zumba craze with this Latin-inspired workout!

Sat, Apr 18 KIAC Drop-in Painting 1:00 PM KIAC Klondike Institute of Art & Culture Inspire and be inspired by other artists. Bring your own ideas and painting surfaces. Brushes & easels are supplied, no instruction offered. Fee $5Sat, Apr 18 Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in Youth Centre 3:00 PM Tr’ondek Hwech’in Youth CentreSat, Apr 18 Hatha Yoga with Joanne VanNostrand 9:00 AM KIAC Klondike Institute of Art & Culture 867-993-5185 To confi rm a scheduled class, email [email protected], 24 hours in advance. Cancellations will be emailed to registered students in advance.Sun, Apr 19 St. Paul’s Church Service 10:30 AM St Paul’s Church 867-993-5381

Faro Thu, Apr 9 Seniors Carpet Bowling 1:00 PM Faro Recreation CentreThu, Apr 9 Faro Youth Hockey 3:15 PM Father Rigaud ArenaThu, Apr 9 Basketball 4:30 PM Faro Recreation Centre All ages and abilities welcome.Thu, Apr 9 Zumba 7:00 PM Faro Recreation CentreThu, Apr 9 Old-Timers Hockey 7:30 PM Father Rigaud ArenaThu, Apr 9 Doctor Services 1-3 PM Faro Health Centre Dr. Bousquet call 994-4444 to book your appointmentFri, Apr 10 Playgroup 2:00 PM Faro Recreation Centre 994-2375 [email protected], Apr 10 Kids Games 3:00 PM Faro Recreation Centre Ages 6-11. Please register at the rec centre.Fri, Apr 10 Family Skate 3:30 PM Father Rigaud ArenaFri, Apr 10 Kids in the Kitchen Cooking Program 4:00 PM Faro Recreation Centre 994-2375 [email protected], Apr 10 Archery 4:30 PM Faro Recreation Centre 994-2375 [email protected], Apr 10 Public Skate 5:30 PM Father Rigaud ArenaFri, Apr 10 Seniors Fitness class 7:00 PM Faro Recreation CentreFri, Apr 10 Youth Games 7:00 PM Faro Recreation Centre Ages 12-18. Please register at the rec centre.Fri, Apr 10 12+ Sticks and Pucks 7:30 PM Father Rigaud ArenaFri, Apr 10 Doctor Services 1-3 PM Faro Health Centre Dr. Bousquet call 994-4444 to book your appointmentSat, Apr 11 Faro Kettle Cafe 2:00 PM Faro Recreation Centre Hosted by the Faro Youth Group.Sat, Apr 11 Public Skate 2:00 PM Father Rigaud ArenaSat, Apr 11 Youth Skate 7:00 PM Father Rigaud ArenaSun, Apr 12 Family Sticks and Pucks 1:00 PM Father Rigaud ArenaSun, Apr 12 Faro Church of Apostles Mass 10:00 AM Church of ApostlesSun, Apr 12 Faro Bible Chapel Sunday Service 10:30 AM Faro Bible Chapel 994-2442 with Pastor Ted Baker 994-2442Sun, Apr 12 Public Skate 3:00 PM Father Rigaud ArenaMon, Apr 13 Faro Glee Club 1:00 PM Del Van Gorder SchoolMon, Apr 13 Faro Youth Hockey 3:15 PM Father Rigaud ArenaMon, Apr 13 Old-Timers Hockey 7:30 PM Father Rigaud ArenaTue, Apr 14 Seniors Carpet Bowling 1:00 PM Faro Recreation CentreTue, Apr 14 Faro Glee Club 1:00 PM Del Van Gorder SchoolTue, Apr 14 Family Skate 3:30 PM Father Rigaud ArenaTue, Apr 14 Faro Kettle Cafe 4:00 PM Faro Recreation Centre Hosted by the Faro Youth Group.Tue, Apr 14 Public Skate 5:30 PM Father Rigaud ArenaTue, Apr 14 Tai Chi Faro 6:30 PM Faro Recreation Centre With Lucy Moreira, Free Drop In Meet at the Youth Lounge

Wed, Apr 15 Faro Glee Club 1:00 PM Del Van Gorder SchoolWed, Apr 15 Parent & Tot Story Time 11:00 AM Faro Community Library For Babies to age 4. Stories & crafts will be providedWed, Apr 15 Playgroup 2:00 PM Faro Recreation Centre 994-2375 [email protected], Apr 15 Kids in Action Store 3:00 PM Del Van Gorder SchoolWed, Apr 15 Faro Youth Hockey Skate Lessons 4:00 PM Father Rigaud ArenaWed, Apr 15 Kids Floor Hockey 4:30 PM Faro Recreation Centre 11 and under, equipment provided if neededWed, Apr 15 Archery 4:30 PM Faro Recreation Centre 994-2375 [email protected], Apr 15 Public Skate 5:00 PM Father Rigaud ArenaWed, Apr 15 Adults Floor Hockey 7:30 PM Faro Recreation Centre 12+, equipment provided if neededThu, Apr 16 Seniors Carpet Bowling 1:00 PM Faro Recreation CentreThu, Apr 16 Faro Youth Hockey 3:15 PM Father Rigaud ArenaThu, Apr 16 Basketball 4:30 PM Faro Recreation Centre All ages and abilities welcome.Thu, Apr 16 Zumba 7:00 PM Faro Recreation CentreThu, Apr 16 Old-Timers Hockey 7:30 PM Father Rigaud ArenaFri, Apr 17 Playgroup 2:00 PM Faro Recreation Centre 994-2375 [email protected], Apr 17 Kids Games 3:00 PM Faro Recreation Centre Ages 6-11. Please register at the rec centre.Fri, Apr 17 Family Skate 3:30 PM Father Rigaud ArenaFri, Apr 17 Kids in the Kitchen Cooking Program 4:00 PM Faro Recreation Centre 994-2375 [email protected], Apr 17 Archery 4:30 PM Faro Recreation Centre 994-2375 [email protected], Apr 17 Public Skate 5:30 PM Father Rigaud ArenaFri, Apr 17 Seniors Fitness class 7:00 PM Faro Recreation CentreFri, Apr 17 Youth Games 7:00 PM Faro Recreation Centre Ages 12-18. Please register at the rec centre.Fri, Apr 17 12+ Sticks and Pucks 7:30 PM Father Rigaud ArenaSat, Apr 18 Faro Kettle Cafe 2:00 PM Faro Recreation Centre Hosted by the Faro Youth Group.Sat, Apr 18 Public Skate 2:00 PM Father Rigaud ArenaSat, Apr 18 Youth Skate 7:00 PM Father Rigaud ArenaSun, Apr 19 Family Sticks and Pucks 1:00 PM Father Rigaud ArenaSun, Apr 19 Faro Church of Apostles Mass 10:00 AM Church of ApostlesSun, Apr 19 Faro Bible Chapel Sunday Service 10:30 AM Faro Bible Chapel 994-2442 with Pastor Ted Baker 994-2442Sun, Apr 19 Public Skate 3:00 PM Father Rigaud Arena

Haines JunctionThu, Apr 9 Elders’ Tea & Fitness Lunch 11:00 AM Mun KuThu, Apr 9 Adult Soccer 7:30 PM St. Elias Community SchoolSun, Apr 12 St Christopher’s Church Service 10:30 AM St Christopher’s Church 867-634-2360 Licensed Lay Leader: Lynn De BrabandereMon, Apr 13 Fitness Classes - Pilates & Yoga 5:15 PM Da Ku Cultural CentreTue, Apr 14 Southern Tutchone Classes 12:00 PM Da Ku Cultural CentreTue, Apr 14 Takhini Family Game Night 7:00 PM Takhini HallWed, Apr 15 Kindermusik 10:30 AM St Elias Convention Centre geared towards children ages 2-3 accompanied by an adult. Any preschool child is welcome to attend (0-5)Thu, Apr 16 Elders’ Tea & Fitness Lunch 11:00 AM Mun KuThu, Apr 16 Adult Soccer 7:30 PM St. Elias Community School

Sun, Apr 19 St Christopher’s Church Service 10:30 AM St Christopher’s Church 867-634-2360 Licensed Lay Leader: Lynn De Brabandere

Mars h LakeFri, Apr 10 Dinner at the Jackalope 6:00 PM Marsh Lake Community Association Reservations welcome. Steak/Rib Nights - last Friday of each monthFri, Apr 10 Drop-in Basketball 7:30 PM Marsh Lake Community AssociationSat, Apr 11 Tot Program 10:00 AM Marsh Lake Community AssociationSun, Apr 12 Badminton Drop-in 11:30 AM Marsh Lake Community Association 660-4999 All welcomeTue, Apr 14 South of 6 2:00 PM Marsh Lake Community AssociationTue, Apr 14 South of 6 2:00 PM Marsh Lake Community AssociationTue, Apr 14 North of 60 Cafe 2:00 PM Marsh Lake Community AssociationTue, Apr 14 Yoga With Richard 5:30 PM Marsh Lake Community Association (867) 660.4545 Richard is a certifi ed IYENGAR Yoga instructorWed, Apr 15 Adult Basic Fitness 6:30 PM Marsh Lake Community AssociationWed, Apr 15 Beginner Bellydance lessons Marsh Lake Community Association 335-9625 followed by hot apple cider and refreshments.Fri, Apr 17 Dinner at the Jackalope 6:00 PM Marsh Lake Community Association Reservations welcome. Steak/Rib Nights - last Friday of each monthFri, Apr 17 Drop-in Basketball 7:30 PM Marsh Lake Community AssociationSat, Apr 18 Tot Program 10:00 AM Marsh Lake Community AssociationSun, Apr 19 Badminton Drop-in 11:30 AM Marsh Lake Community Association 660-4999 All welcome

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Thu, Apr 9 Youth Ice Hockey 5:30 PM Mayo Hockey Arena 996-2317 youth hockeyThu, Apr 9 Draw curling night 7:00 PM Mayo Hockey Arena 996-2317 Draw curlingThu, Apr 9 Ice Hockey 8:00 PM Mayo Hockey Arena 996-2317 hockeyFri, Apr 10 Elementary drop in gym night 5:00 PM J.V. Clark School 996-2317 drop in gym nightFri, Apr 10 Dinner and a movie night 5:00 PM Mayo Community Centre 996-2317 dinner and a movie nightFri, Apr 10 High School drop in gym night 8:30 PM J.V. Clark School 996-2317 drop in gym night for high school kidsSun, Apr 12 St. Mary’s Church Service 11:00 AM St Mary’s Church (867)667-7746Mon, Apr 13 Yoga in Mayo 7:00 PM Mayo Community Centre Yoga in the Mayo community hall, every Monday in the summer.Tue, Apr 14 Boys’ basketball practice 12:00 PM J.V. Clark School 996-2317 Come play basketball over lunch!Tue, Apr 14 Youth Ice Hockey 5:30 PM Mayo Hockey Arena 996-2317 youth hockeyTue, Apr 14 Under 12 Kung Fu 6:30 PM J.V. Clark School 996-2317 junior martial artsTue, Apr 14 Drop in badminton 7:00 PM Mayo Community Centre 996-2317 drop in badmintonTue, Apr 14 Ice Hockey 8:00 PM Mayo Hockey Arena 996-2317 hockeyTue, Apr 14 Kung Fu for teens and adults 8:30 PM J.V. Clark School 996-2317 martial arts for teens and adultsWed, Apr 15 Soccer K to Grade 3 12:00 PM J.V. Clark School 996-2317 School GymWed, Apr 15 Drop in Basketball 7:00 PM J.V. Clark School 996-2317 Mayo School GymWed, Apr 15 Drop in Volleyball 8:00 PM J.V. Clark School 996-2317 Drop in volleyballThu, Apr 16 Youth Ice Hockey 5:30 PM Mayo Hockey Arena 996-2317 youth hockeyThu, Apr 16 Draw curling night 7:00 PM Mayo Hockey Arena 996-2317 Draw curlingThu, Apr 16 Ice Hockey 8:00 PM Mayo Hockey Arena 996-2317 hockey

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Mt. LorneFri, Apr 10 Learning Lions - Homeschoolers Get Together 3:00 PM Lorne Mountain Community Centre Agnes 667-7083Sat, Apr 11 Melon Style Willow Basket Class 10:00 AM Lorne Mountain Community Centre Great class for fi rst time basket makers With Shiela AlexandrovichSat, Apr 11 Introduction to Mindfulness Meditation 10:30 AM Lorne Mountain Community Centre 456-2748 This seven week session is for anyone who wants to practice meditation in a guided setting.Tue, Apr 14 Taking Care of Our Energy Fields and Chakras Course 6:30 PM Lorne Mountain Community Centre 667-7083 Ruth Lera, Certifi ed Quantum Touch Practitioner, Healing Touch Practitioner and Certifi ed Meditation Instructor will guide participants.Wed, Apr 15 Kids Craft time 3:00 PM Lorne Mountain Community CentreThu, Apr 16 Playgroup for parents 3:00 PM Lorne Mountain Community Centre Agnes 667-7083Fri, Apr 17 Learning Lions - Homeschoolers Get Together 3:00 PM Lorne Mountain Community Centre Agnes 667-7083Sat, Apr 18 Introduction to Mindfulness Meditation 10:30 AM Lorne Mountain Community Centre 456-2748 This seven week session is for anyone who wants to practice meditation in a guided setting.

Old CrowThu, Apr 9 Adult Night at the Youth Centre 7:00 PM Old Crow Community CenterSun, Apr 12 St. Luke’s Church Service 11:00 AM St. Lukes Church 867-993-5381Mon, Apr 13 Volleyball & Floor Hockey Night 7:00 PM Old Crow Community Center Saniz 966-3238Thu, Apr 16 Adult Night at the Youth Centre 7:00 PM Old Crow Community CenterSun, Apr 19 St. Luke’s Church Service 11:00 AM St. Lukes Church 867-993-5381

Tagi shAll events held at the Tagish Community Centre 399-3418 or 399-3407 Thu, Apr 9 Osteofi t 10:00 AM Tagish Community Centre 399-3407Thu, Apr 9 Carpet Bowling 11:15 AM Tagish Community Centre 399-3407Thu, Apr 9 Catch Kids Club 2:30 PM Tagish Community Centre

Sat, Apr 11 Picnic and Stories Around the Campfi re 12:00 PM Tagish River Bridge, Day Use Area Come and listen to an elder tell stories about spring in the Yukon while gazing at swans.Sat, Apr 11 Tagish Library 12:00 PM Tagish Community Centre 399-3418Sat, Apr 11 Music Jam 2:00 PM Tagish Community Centre Everyone is welcome to come and play, or enjoy!Mon, Apr 13 Carpet Bowling 11:15 AM Tagish Community Centre 399-3407Mon, Apr 13 Tagish: Aquafi t 9:30 AM Tagish Community CentreTue, Apr 14 Nordic Walking 1:30 PM Tagish Community CentreTue, Apr 14 Stay Get Fit 6:00 PM Tagish Community Centre 399-3407Wed, Apr 15 Library and Treasures Thrift Shop 12:00 PM Tagish Community CentreWed, Apr 15 Tagish Library 12:00 PM Tagish Community Centre 399-3418Wed, Apr 15 Foot and Wellness Clinic 2:00 PM Tagish Community CentreWed, Apr 15 Cruizers Concession Coffee & Chat 2:00 PM Tagish Community CentreWed, Apr 15 Tagish Community Association meeting 7:00 PM Tagish Community Centre Agenda posted at tagish.caThu, Apr 16 Carpet Bowling Tournament 10:15 AM Tagish Community Centre 399-3407Thu, Apr 16 Beer Wings Games 7:00 PM Tagish Community CentreSat, Apr 18 Tagish Library 12:00 PM Tagish Community Centre 399-3418Sun, Apr 19 Pancake Breakfast! 9:30 AM Tagish Community Centre Once per month everyone welcome

Tesl inThu, Apr 9 Youth Badminton 3:30 PM Teslin SchoolSun, Apr 12 Seniors Carpet Bowling 1:00 PM Teslin Rec CenterSun, Apr 12 St. Philip’s Church Service 11:00 AM St. Philip’s Church (867) 667-7746Mon, Apr 13 Archery 3:30 PM Teslin SchoolTue, Apr 14 Youth Badminton 3:30 PM Teslin SchoolWed, Apr 15 Card Games for Seniors 1:00 PM Teslin Seniors ComplexWed, Apr 15 Archery 3:30 PM Teslin SchoolThu, Apr 16 Youth Badminton 3:30 PM Teslin SchoolSun, Apr 19 Seniors Carpet Bowling 1:00 PM Teslin Rec Center

Wats on LakeThu, Apr 9 Help and Hope Drop in for Moms and Kids 1:00 PM Watson Lake Recreation Centre Crafts and Activities together!Thu, Apr 9 Watson Lake: Hot Yoga 6:30 PM Watson Lake Recreation CentreThu, Apr 9 Girls Night Youth group 7:00 PM Watson Lake Recreation CentreThu, Apr 9 Watson Lake: Zumba 8:00 PM Watson Lake Recreation Centre

Sat, Apr 11 Watson Lake: Hot Yoga 6:30 PM Watson Lake Recreation CentreSat, Apr 11 Saturday Night Social 7:00 PM Watson Lake Recreation CentreSat, Apr 11 Home Routes Concert: Kim June Johnson 7:00 PM Watson Lake Recreation Centre In the Curling LoungeSat, Apr 11 Sno Pitch 9:00 AM Ball Diamond 1-867-536-8020Sat, Apr 11 SNO Pitch 2015 Watson Lake Recreation Centre 867-536-8023Sun, Apr 12 St. John’s Church Service 10:00 AM St. John’s Church Service (867) 536-2932Mon, Apr 13 Help and Hope Drop in for Moms and Kids 1:00 PM Watson Lake Recreation Centre Crafts and Activities together!Thu, Apr 16 Help and Hope Drop in for Moms and Kids 1:00 PM Watson Lake Recreation Centre Crafts and Activities together!Thu, Apr 16 Watson Lake: Hot Yoga 6:30 PM Watson Lake Recreation CentreThu, Apr 16 Girls Night Youth group 7:00 PM Watson Lake Recreation CentreThu, Apr 16 Watson Lake: Zumba 8:00 PM Watson Lake Recreation CentreSat, Apr 18 Watson Lake: Hot Yoga 6:30 PM Watson Lake Recreation CentreSat, Apr 18 Saturday Night Social 7:00 PM Watson Lake Recreation CentreSun, Apr 19 St. John’s Church Service 10:00 AM St. John’s Church Service (867) 536-2932

SkagwayFri, Apr 10 Gentle Yoga w/Jasmine 10:00 AM Skagway Recreation CentreFri, Apr 10 Gentle Yoga: All Levels w/Jasmine 10:00 AM Skagway Recreation CentreFri, Apr 10 SPIN/Yoga w/Courtney 4:30 PM Skagway Recreation CentreFri, Apr 10 Spinning/Yoga Level 1 w/Courtney 4:30 PM Skagway Recreation CentreFri, Apr 10 Spinning w/Katherine 8:30 AM Skagway Recreation CentreSat, Apr 11 Spinning w/Cindy 10:00 AM Skagway Recreation CentreSun, Apr 12 Piano Sundays 1:00 PM Skagway Public Library Come to the library to listen or play...its the one time you won’t be shushed for making noise!Sun, Apr 12 TRX Suspension Training w/Abby 4:30 PM Skagway Recreation CentreMon, Apr 13 Restorative Yoga: All Level w/Katherine 10:00 AM Skagway Recreation CentreMon, Apr 13 TRX Suspension Training w/Katherine 4:30 PM Skagway Recreation CentreMon, Apr 13 Vinyasa Yoga: Level 1 w/Courtney 5:30 PM Skagway Recreation CentreMon, Apr 13 Spinning w/Cindy 5:30 PM Skagway Recreation CentreMon, Apr 13 Soccer for Adults 7:00 PM Skagway Recreation CentreMon, Apr 13 Spinning w/Katherine 8:30 AM Skagway Recreation CentreTue, Apr 14 Breathing with Rain 10:15 AM Skagway Recreation CentreTue, Apr 14 SR weights with Rain 10:30 AM Skagway Recreation Centre

Tue, Apr 14 Spinning Xpress w/Charity 12:00 PM Skagway Recreation CentreTue, Apr 14 Spinning Xpress w/Charity 12:00 PM Skagway Recreation CentreTue, Apr 14 Spinning w/Tom & Courtney 5:45 PM Skagway Recreation CentreTue, Apr 14 Dance Fusion w/Charity 6:00 PM Skagway Recreation CentreTue, Apr 14 Baseball for Adults 7:00 PM Skagway Recreation CentreTue, Apr 14 Basketball for Adults 7:00 PM Skagway Recreation CentreTue, Apr 14 Chair and Mat Pilates w/Katherine 8:30 AM Skagway Recreation CentreWed, Apr 15 Back/Hip Yoga: Level 2 w/Katherine 10:00 AM Skagway Recreation CentreWed, Apr 15 Back/Hip Yoga & Myofascial release 10:00 AM Skagway Recreation CentreWed, Apr 15 Stretch & Breathe: All Levels w/Jeanne 4:30 PM Skagway Recreation CentreWed, Apr 15 TRX Suspension Training w/Katherine 4:30 PM Skagway Recreation CentreWed, Apr 15 Stretch & Breathe with Jeanne 5:00 PM Skagway Recreation CentreWed, Apr 15 Spinning w/Cindy 5:30 PM Skagway Recreation CentreWed, Apr 15 Spinning w/Cindy 5:30 PM Skagway Recreation CentreWed, Apr 15 Spinning w/Katherine 8:30 AM Skagway Recreation CentreThu, Apr 16 Breathing with Rain 10:15 AM Skagway Recreation CentreThu, Apr 16 SR weights with Rain 10:30 AM Skagway Recreation CentreThu, Apr 16 Spinning Xpress w/Charity 12:00 PM Skagway Recreation CentreThu, Apr 16 Spinning Xpress w/Charity 12:00 PM Skagway Recreation CentreThu, Apr 16 TRX Suspension Training w/Abby 5:30 PM Skagway Recreation CentreThu, Apr 16 Spinning with Emily 5:45 PM Skagway Recreation CentreThu, Apr 16 Zumba w/Tabitha 6:00 PM Skagway Recreation CentreThu, Apr 16 Basketball for Adults 7:00 PM Skagway Recreation CentreThu, Apr 16 Stick and Mat Pilates w/Katherine 8:30 AM Skagway Recreation CentreFri, Apr 17 Gentle Yoga w/Jasmine 10:00 AM Skagway Recreation CentreFri, Apr 17 Gentle Yoga: All Levels w/Jasmine 10:00 AM Skagway Recreation CentreFri, Apr 17 SPIN/Yoga w/Courtney 4:30 PM Skagway Recreation CentreFri, Apr 17 Spinning/Yoga Level 1 w/Courtney 4:30 PM Skagway Recreation CentreFri, Apr 17 Skagway Arts Council International Folk Festival 7:00 PM Eagles Hall 907 983 3222 15 minute sets by a variety of groups and individual musicians! Always a great evening!Fri, Apr 17 Spinning w/Katherine 8:30 AM Skagway Recreation Centre

Alcoholics Anonymous Meetings Beaver CreekTuesday & Thursday 11:30 AM - St. Anne ChurchFridays 1:30 PM Health Centre

CarcrossWednesdays 7:30 PM. LibraryFridays 1:30 PM Health Centre

CarmacksFridays 1:30p PM Health Centre

Dawson CityThursday 8:00 PM New Beginnings Group Richard Martin Chapel Church St.Fridays 1:30 PM Health CentreSaturdays 7:00 PM Community Support Centre 993-5095

Destruction BayFridays 1:30 PM Health Centre

FaroFridays 1:30 PM Health Centre

Haines JunctionWednesdays 8:00 PM Public LibraryFridays 1:30 PM Health Centre

MayoWednesday 7:30 PM RRC Building 996-2825Fridays 1:30 PM Health Centre

Old CrowFridays 1:30 PM Health Centre

Pelly CrossingWednesday 7:00 PM Pelly Band Offi ce 537-3461Fridays 1:30 PM Health Centre

Ross RiverFridays 1:30 PM Health Centre

TagishMondays 7:30 PM Bishop’s Cabin, end of road along California Beach

Telegraph CreekTuesdays 8:00 PM Sewing Centre, Soaring Eagles Group 235-3350

TeslinWednesdays 7:00 PM G Building, 4 McLeary StreetFridays 1:30 PM Health Centre

Watson LakeThursdays 12:30 PM St. Anne ChurchFridays 1:30 PM Health Centre, downstairsTuesdays 12:30 PM St. Anne Church

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Directed by Lee Daniels, The Butler follows the life of Cecil Gaines (For-est Whitaker), born to parents (David Banner and Mariah Carey) who work in the fi elds of a cotton plantation in Georgia. After a traumatic event, Cecil is taken into the house by the owner, Annabeth Westfall (Vanessa Red-grave) and trained to serve in the house. Once he comes of age, he heads north, where he encoun-ters diffi culty fi nding work until a chance encounter with a pastry chef, Maynard (Clarence Williams III), sets him on a career path that culminates in a position as a but-ler at the White House.

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ley) — that’s far from the poverty and fear Cecil knew. His ability to maintain an impassive posture is an essential asset in Cecil’s pos-ition, but Louis is increasingly frustrated by it, as the civil rights movement gains momentum.

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Personal, cul-tural, and political spheres intersect in The Butler in a way not often seen in popular fi lms — most vividly seen in the relationship between Cecil and Louis. In a brilliant scene with the whole family, reunited for a short time just as Louis

and his girlfriend are moving to-ward more radical action, civility over political differences is edgily maintained, but a putdown of Sid-ney Poitier proves to be the last straw for Cecil.

The Butler is so engaging to watch, thanks to the skills of all involved, it’s easy to forget that you’re being schooled in some harsh realities. But it’s ultimately an optimistic fi lm, given a victor-ious conclusion with the election of Barack Obama.

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UP TO 50% OFF! A wide selection of Paderno Original bakeware. Made from durable steel, with silicone based two layer non-stick coating. 25 year warranty. Safe to 260°C/500°F. PFOA & PTFE free. Starting at

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cover. List: $156.00.

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Paderno Granite fry pans feature their toughest, most durable, non-stick coating that they have ever tested. Durable riveted

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Spiral slicer - grey.

$2699

Safe to 260°C/500°F. PFOA & PTFE free.

74% OFF! Our 12pc Canadiana Cookware set is made from 18/10 stainless steel and features an impact bonded base that’s safe for all stovetops of modern kitchens, including induction. Durable riveted handles, no-drip lips, oven and

dishwasher safe. Set includes: 1.5L, 2L, 3L saucepans, 6.5L Dutch oven, 2.5L steamer, 3L sauté pan, 24cm ceramic non-stick frying pan, and 5 covers. List: $949.00. $23999

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