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Grab two poles and get on path to fitness North Shore enthusiast to lead Nordic walking Sun Run clinic Joanna Habdank jhabdank@nsnews.com

RUNNING or walking a 10-kilometre route may seem daunting, but it doesn’t have to be. Every year, hundreds of people sign up to do Vancouver Sun Run clinics that gently ease them onto an exercise regime that’s comfortable for them until they can do the stretch. This year North Vancouver resident Cheryl Zipper is organizing one such clinic specifically for walkers at William Griffin recreation centre. But there’s a twist to it. It’s a Nordic walking class where participants use poles to walk, thereby giving the entire body a work out and offering additional stability. “It’s aimed for anybody, really. The main objective, of course is fitness, and getting out there and moving,” says Zipper, who is also a team

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ALASTAIR Campbell and Cheryl Zipper, a Vancouver Sun Run Nordic walking clinic coordinator, enjoy a stroll.

leader this year. It’s a practice that originated in Finland as a summer crosstraining activity for skiers, providing walkers with all of the benefits of cross-country skiing without the snow, according to SportsMedBC, the nonprofit society organizing Sun Run InTraining clinics. The technique engages upper body and back as well as the lower portion of the body. Zipper joined the Nordic walking clinic last year and was hooked. There were 45 participants, she says, some who have been exercising regularly, others had been more sedentary. “With any Sun Run training it’s a graduated training program getting in shape,” notes Zipper. “We start off doing so many minutes of faster walking and then so many minutes of slower walking and gradually throughout the 13 weeks we will pick up that pace so that people’s fitness can build up gradually to the point where people can do the 10 kilometres, and actually do the Sun Run.” The group was split

between three different fitness levels, with two leaders per group for safety and support, Zipper explains. This way, no one is left behind or feels overwhelmed. “We have really good leaders set up with people who haven’t exercised in the last however many years, they don’t have to be afraid, they can come out and go as slow as they want at the beginning.” Throughout the 13 weeks, there are speakers who come in and give presentations before the walk, offering tips on nutrition, proper walking gear, injury prevention and other topics. As with any new activity, it can be demanding, and tests endurance and commitment. “I don’t think it’s challenging unless you haven’t been active and this is new to you. For other people who have been more active, this is a way to pick up your speed,” says Zipper. And in the end, crossing the finish line of North America’s second largest 10-km event is good for health and ultimately self-esteem. “The best reason (to do it) is to just to start getting fit,” Zipper notes. “Another is the feeling of See Group page 27

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Reading Tails program uses dog to relax kids Sessions offer a different way for children to learn Joanna Habdank jhabdank@nsnews.com

THERE’S a special time and a place at the West Vancouver library reserved just for kids.

Registration ~ Transfers Grades 1 –12 for 2009 – 2010 New registrations and transfer requests for Grades 1- 12 will be accepted at the Central Registration office (2132 Hamilton Avenue) beginning on January 26, 2009. For priority placement in your catchment area school, all new registrations must be submitted on or before February 27, 2008. All transfer requests must be submitted by March 31st. Documents required when registering/transferring: • Students birth certificate (if not born in Canada bring proof of citizenship) • Proof of current residence (Hydro bill, purchase agreement or rental agreement) Registration and transfer forms will be available at all schools, at the Central Registration office or online at www.nvsd44.bc.ca We are still accepting Kindergarten registrations for all Kindergarten programs, including: Inspirations 44, Early French Immersion and the regular half day English program. For more information visit www.nvsd44.bc.ca call 604-903-3368 or email registration@nvsd44.bc.ca

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It’s their 20 minutes to relax comfortably on soft cushions, pick up their favourite book, and read to Emma. She won’t judge, or criticize, or correct. All she’s there to do is listen. Emma is a five-year-old purebred black Labrador. She is also certified therapy dog with St. John Ambulance Therapy Dog program. Her owner, Mary Brown, is volunteer therapy dog handler and a teacher with the North Vancouver School District who has a background in teaching reading skills to special needs children.

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BLAISE Benoit reads to Emma, a five-year-old black Labrador and her owner Mary Brown at West Vancouver Memorial Library. Together Emma and Brown form Reading Tails, a program that aims to give children struggling with learning to read one-on-one time with the dog and Brown. Emma’s quiet presence is meant to be disarming and soothing for children. “It’s yet another way

of encouraging children to develop literacy skills, to relax and to enjoy reading, it adds another dimension,” says Julia Hedley, head of the youth department at West Vancouver Memorial Library. “Research shows that dogs See Setting page 27

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“It’s a just one other activity going on in the library.” The 20-minute sessions are held every Wednesday, 4 to 5 p.m., from January until March at the library. To register call 604925-7408 or visit West Vancouver Memorial Library (1950 Marine Dr.). For more information visit www. westvanlibrary.ca

Coho Festival Fun Run and 10-km Nike race. This year, they plan on doing a half-marathon. The 13-week training course starts Sunday, Jan. 18, from 8:15 to 9:45 a.m. at the William Griffin recreation centre. The cost to join is $136.74. Everyone joining a clinic receives a long sleeve T-shirt, a copy of the Sun Run InTraining logbook and entry into The Vancouver Sun Run (which includes a souvenir T-shirt). For more information on the Vancouver Sun Run visit www.sportmedbc.com. To register for this program, call 604-983-6388.

accomplishment if you haven’t been active, to just to be able to do that 10 kilometres and participate in something really as exciting as the Sun Run, because it’s a great day when you can go out and participate in this.” And who says it has to end on April? Zipper and a few other enthusiasts loved the sport too much to put down the poles at didn’t put down the poles after the race. They’ve been getting together nearly every Sunday since the clinics ended. The group participated in the 14 km

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Check out other activities at the West Vancouver Memorial Library for adults and children.

LITTLE LEAGUE

Music at the library Friday, Jan. 30, 7:30 p.m. Local sax quartet Saxalamode will perform tangos by Astor Piazzolla and an array of jazz tunes by Duke Ellington to Count Basie to Charlie Mingus. Seating is limited, so come early – doors open at 7 p.m. This concert is funded by the generous bequest of Robert Leslie Welsh. For info call 604-925-7402.

BASEBALL Registration

English Corner Jan. 9, 16, 23 & 30, 10–11:30 a.m., Elizabeth Musto Room. Practise English conversation in the Library on Fridays. For information call Fariba Rocker at 604506-6616

Leagues now forming for boys and girls age 5-18 including the Challenger division. Call your nearest location today!

Philosopher’s Cafe Thursday, Jan. 22, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Elizabeth Musto Room. Pets: When is it healthy to have a pet as your best of closest friend? Admission: $5.

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Drop-in Storytimes Children must be accompanied by a parent or caregiver. Babytimes, birth - 23 months. Two different half-hour programs with songs, action rhymes, finger plays and picture books geared for the very young. Begins Jan. 8. Thursdays, 10:15–10:45 a.m. pre-walkers, 11–11:30 a.m. Walkers up to 23 months. Tales for twos. Join us for two half-hour sessions of stories, puppetry and songs designed to enhance vocabulary, phonological awareness and the love of books in your two-year-old. Tuesdays 10:15 a.m. and 11 a.m. Storytime fun, ages three to five. A half-hour of stories, songs and puppets with a focus on the six pre-reading skills that children must learn in order to learn to read. Fridays, 10:30 a.m.

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have a calming affect, lower blood pressure, reduce stress, and I think all of those things are happening when the child is reading with the dog.” Reading Tails, which stands for therapy animals involved in literacy success, began as a pilot project at the library last November and was so successful the library decided to continue holding it, says Hedley. Hedley found out about the program a while ago but it was Brown who approached her about hosting it. She gave Hedley a DVD showing a program in operation in the U.S., and after watching it she

agreed to try it. “I love dogs, and read about the program and could imagine that in many cases it would be a totally different fun, relaxing situation for kids. And it’s turned out to be just that,” she says. “Mary is a really lovely, calm, person, and kids really respond to her and the dog, and when we do the program, we get the kids who are signed up for the program we always have a little audience standing around watching.” But that doesn’t phase the kids, she says, explaining that usually the library is pretty busy around that time, with parents sitting with their children reading with them.

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Jan 24 10am-2pm Chris Zuehlke Park Jones Ave & 19th St.

Or in Person: Jan 17 10am-2pm Jan 21 7pm-9pm 604.929.0870

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International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma INFORMATION MEETINGS photo submitted

Grade 10 students (and their parents/guardians) who are interested in enrolling in the IB Diploma Program at Carson Graham* in 2009 are welcome to attend an upcoming information meeting. The IB Diploma Program is a rigorous two-year curriculum intended for academically motivated students aged 16 to 19. It leads to a qualification that is widely recognized by universities for the high standards it represents. For more information about the International Baccalaureate Organization and its programs visit www.ibo.org. Please register for the following informational meeting at IB@nvsd44.bc.ca by providing your name, the school that you attend, and the number of people who will be attending. Jan 15 - Seycove and Windsor students — 7:00 p.m. at Windsor Jan 19 - Argyle and Sutherland — 7:00 p.m. at Sutherland Jan 20 - Carson, Balmoral, Handsworth —7:00 p.m. at Carson Graham *Carson Graham is a candidate school for the IB Diploma Program. Only schools authorized by the IB organization can offer any of its three academic programs: the Primary Years Program (PYP), the Middle Years Program (MYP), or the Diploma Program. Candidate status gives no guarantee that authorization will be granted.

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CHEF and sommelier Andrea Jefferson of Vancouver’s Quince will teach three classes in West Vancouver on food and wine pairing, slicing and dicing knife technique and olive oil and vinegar tastings.

Spice up season with three cooking classes Deana Lancaster dlancaster@nsnews.com

IF one of your aims for the new year is to educate your palate or to improve your kitchen techniques, West Vancouver School District’s Community Learning has just the thing. The Quince Essential Palate Series — taught by chef and sommelier Andrea Jefferson of Vancouver’s Quince — comprises three classes: Food and Wine Pairing; Slicing, Dicing and Knife Techniques; and Olive Oil and Vinegar Tastings. The classes are designed to appeal to everyone, says Jefferson, who has plenty of experience sharing her skills teaching classes at Quince and during a previous stint as a culinary instructor at Dubrulle. “It’s always a wide range of people,” she says of participants in her courses. “They are usually very interested in food, but some have limited experience in the kitchen and others have lots.” For the Wine and Food Pairing course on Feb. 24, Jefferson will pour five different wines and pair them with tapas from her Quince menu. Wines will be chosen from a list of easily accessible, good value labels around the $20 range. The emphasis will be on the wine and learning about successful food pairings. The class runs 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at West Vancouver secondary. In the Slicing, Dicing Knife Techniques Course on March 31, Jefferson will guide a discussion of the various kinds of knives and their uses; sharpening techniques; and

the all-important way to hold a knife like a professional in order to chop endlessly with greater precision. “I’ve taught this class numerous times,” says Jefferson. “It’s amazing, with just a couple of hours of coaching people have so much more confidence.” After practising, students will put their new skills to use making a tomato bruschetta followed by a salad course, paired with a perfect wine for the finish. The class runs from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. at West Vancouver secondary. Participants should bring their own knives. The third and final class in the series is the Olive Oil and Vinegars Tasting on May 5. From peppery, grassy and spicy olive oils, to smooth, acidic or sweet balsamic vinegars, Jefferson will share with participants the varying flavors and intensities that olive oils and balsamic have to offer. The class will even feature a vertical tasting of balsamic vinegars to see the difference that age makes. The class takes place on Tuesday, May 5 from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. at West Vancouver secondary. Finding her way to West Vancouver will be a snap for Jefferson since she was raised there and even attended high school in the district. These days, she’s got a fan following at the boutique food shop, catering company and café. Located at Third Avenue and Burrard, Quince puts an emphasis respect for the ingredients, process and customer. The shop specializes in its “Quince Essentials,” a line of restaurant-quality vacuum-packed foods that can complete dishes or a menu. For more information, visit www.quince. ca.

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Taste Spanish flavours with trip to region Deana Lancaster dlancaster@nsnews.com

WANT to take in your learning abroad? Five years after launching A Flavour of Spain Cultural and Culinary Learning Vacations, North Vancouverites Hilary and Mike Powell have announced their 2009 programs. According to a recent press release, the couple has added new programs to their popular art and culinary vacations. The duo launched Flavour of Spain after several years of running a restaurant on Spain’s Costa del Sol. They wanted to share their passion for Spain, its culture, food and history with travelers who had similar passions for art and food. The trips veer from typical tourist excursions, offering pre-arranged itineraries that allow guests to relax and enjoy the art, food, wine, and culture, with like-minded company. Accommodation is in a renovated old mill situated between olive groves and whitewashed villages. This year, Flavour of Spain expands with Singing in the Spanish Sunshine. Renowned Vancouver choir director Shivon Robinsong will guide the program, which is open to both experienced singers and those who have never sung a note. Cultural exchanges with local Spanish singers, and singing in ancient ruins and villages, Shivon will form a spirited choir on this inspirational vacation which takes place Oct. 13-20. This year, the company is also hosting pri-

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FLAVOUR of Spain co-owner Mike Powell is passionate about the country’s cuisine. vate groups who want to share a learning or cultural immersion holiday in Spain together. For more information, visit www.flavourofspain.net or call Cindy at 1-888-986-2262 or e-mail: cindy@trvlconcepts.

EL Molino is home to Flavour of Spain Cultural and Culinary Learning Vacations.

Canadian Power & Sail Squadrons BOATING COURSES Boating Course:

Boat Pro:

Includes PCOC-Canadian Coast Guard Accredited Pleasure Craft Operators Certificate test. TOPICS INCLUDE: • Boat handling under adverse conditions • Seamanship and common emergencies • Aids to navigation • Rules of the road • Compass and chart familiarization • Introduction to piloting. Course length: 6 weeks, 1 night/week. Price: $275 • Norvan: January 6-April 21, 15 nights, 1ST class registration, starts 6:30pm Sutherland Secondary School.

All boaters are required to have a Pleasure Craft Operator’s Card by September 2009. Register for Capilano Squadron’s Canadian Coast Guard Accredited Seminar and achieve your PCOC. Go to www.capilanosquadron.com for full details of February course and to register online.

• Seymour: February 11-May 6, 12 nights, 1 night/week, 6:30pm start, Windsor Secondary School

GPS & Electronic Charting: • Norvan: February 4-March 11 Course length: 6 weeks, 1 night/week. Sutherland Secondary School. Registration: 6:30pm This seminar will provide introduction to the versatile Global Positioning System (GPS) receivers that are now common in everyday life. Call for details.

VHF Radio: All boaters using a VHF radio need to have a license. Learn proper use of the radio and obtain your Radio Operator’s Certificate. • Capilano: February 2009 Go to www.capilanosquadron.com for full details and to register online. • Norvan: January 19-February 9, 1 night/week, 1ST class 6:30pm registration, starts 7:00pm, Burrard Yacht Club • Seymour: February 24-March 10, 1 night/week, 7pm start, Windsor Secondary School

Advanced Piloting: This course is available to CPS members in good standing and expands on the knowledge gained in the Boating course. It increases the student’s understanding of navigational procedures and chart interpretation, as well as the ability to handle the boat in adverse conditions or emergency situations. Call for details. • Norvan: February 5-April 16, 10 weeks, 1 night/ week, Sutherland Secondary School. Registration: 6:30pm.

Fundamentals of Weather Course: Learn how to understand the significant aspects of formations and behaviours of weather patterns and their impacts on the boater. Call for details. • Norvan: March 25-May 20, 9 weeks, 1 night/week, Sutherland Secondary School. Registration: 6:30pm.

REGISTRATION RECOMMENDED Capilano Squadron, Register online at www.capilanosquadron. com. Contact the Training Officer at 604-921-BOAT with queries. Norvan Squadron, Sutherland Secondary School 1860 Sutherland Avenue, North Vancouver Phone 604-904-6780 http://norvan.cps-ecp.org Seymour Squadron, Windsor Secondary School, 931 Broadview Drive, North Vancouver Phone 604-929-1550 www.cps-ecp.ca/seymour