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Peace and war is definitely on our writers’ minds. But are there any answers? Some, says Zieroth. For ex- ample George Woodcock in_ his sweeping introductory essay entitled “Kinds of Combat: Notes on War and Writers” says we must be more polem- ical; we must take a stand against the threat of nuclear war.

But in the final analysis, providing answers is not what Event is about. Rather it is about “creating an experi- ence by which one can measure things” says Zieroth. Its purpose is “to touch people and remind them that things are possible.”

The peace and war issue of Event is due out in December and will be avail- able in selected bookstores in the lower mainiand in time for Christmas.

Event publishes twice annually and subscriptions can be made to Event, Douglas College, P.O. Box 2503, New Westminster, B.C. V3L 5B2 or by cal- ling 520-5400.

YOUNG MUSICIANS IN CONCERT

New Westminster's Douglas College will bring together some of the most promising young musicians in British Columbia during a day of free concerts for the public.

The festivities begin on Thursday, December 4, with a concert at 12:30 p.m. featuring eight young composers from Simon Fraser University. Named the “Houseband” and led by Toronto composer Christopher Butterfield, a visiting professor at S.F.U., the group will perform some of their own compo- sitions, as well as contemporary works by American composers John Gibson and Christian Wolff, and Japanese composer Jo Kondo.

The musical celebrations continue with another “Student Showcase” the same evening (December 4) begin- ning at 8:00 P.M. Students from the Douglas College music program will perform a selection of works reflecting the full scope of their musical en- deavours. The “Showcase” will include a variety of performances from the many student recitals held during the year.

The day's entertainment takes place at the Douglas College Performance Theatre. Members of the public are encouraged to attend this series of free concerts sponsored by the Douglas College Music Department.

STUDENTS ON | BOARD

Students at Douglas College are one hundred percent behind helping im- prove their college and its surrounding communities by getting involved in the Douglas College Foundation.

Student Society treasurer Chris Lirette of New Westminster is the most recent appointee to the Foundation Board of Directors.

“Douglas College is still young and the Foundation can help bring out all of its true potential,” said Lirette. “I'm look- ing forward to helping as much as | can.”

The Foundation was formed in early 1986 with part of its mandate being to continue the work of the Student Trust Fund.

A total $310,000 endowment has been raised for student financial aid, with outside donations and a matching grant from the Vancouver Foundation.

Lirette is currently a second-year Commerce student hoping to transfer fo the University of British Columbia. He was on the executive of the Douglas College Marketing Club and participated on the Whistler Township Library Committee.

The Foundation is made up of representatives from local business, government, community organiza- tions, Douglas College and_ its students.

Other Foundation Board members in- clude Bill Day and Muni Evers of New Westminster, Patricia Disher, Bill Em- erton, George Mussallem, D.J. Hopkins, Ray Godin, Chris Johnson, Peter Legge, Bill Morfey and Peter Webster.

Donations in money or in kind are gladly accepted at any time for the Douglas College Foundation by calling the Foundation Office at local 4801.

FROM THE LIBRARY

“Valuable Source, Invaluable Resource.” That was the slogan for British Columbia Libraries Week, November 2 to 8.

Why a special week to celebrate libraries?

Because Librarians and Library Trustees know that there is a gold mine of information available in libraries; information whichis unknown to many residents who could benefit greatly from access to it.

Most people know where the New Westminster Public Library is - on 6th Avenue just across from Woodward's. More and more people are learning where Douglas College is - across from Fire Hall No. | at 8th Street and Royal Avenue. There is a library there too. But knowing where they are doesn’t mean we know what's in them.

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