What's Up Yukon, December 18, 2019

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et’s face it, some folks get really ramped up about the season of festive excess that descends upon us every December.

For many of them (even you, if I may be so bold), holiday prep starts months in advance. In extreme cases, as early as Boxing Day of the previous calendar year.

Even the slackest of yuletide fanatics seems to hit warp speed about the time our American cousins mark Thanksgiving and, more important, the annual spending orgies known as Black Friday and Cyber Monday.

Let me be clear: these are not my people.

Consider me your basic, white-

bread Canadian male Geezer, who buys nothing before Dec. 20, and stubbornly insists yuletide decorations should only be displayed from Christmas Eve until the Feast of the Epiphany on Jan. 6. (Gregorian calendar.)

But this year, for some inexplicable reason, I found myself toying with the notion of making an early start. Specifically, I’ve been thinking about purchasing a real, live (meaning dead, but not man-made) Christmas tree, even while it was only November.

Full disclosure: it’s been years since I’ve bought and decorated an actual Christmas tree. You know, the kind that smells terrific for a few days, then turns

stiff and brittle and sheds needles enough to burn out the motor of the most rugged Dyson.

There were the years of basement apartments and borrowed rooms, when my offspring (and offsprings’ offspring) lived provinces away and seasonal cheer felt inappropriate. Sacrificing even a tiny once-living tree seemed like an outrage.

Enter Herself, some seven years ago. A personage whose heritage included a mere soupçon of Christian tradition, plus a dollop of Judaism, a welter of Wicca and a pinch of Buddhism for good measure. cont’d on page 3 ...

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It’s beginning to look a lot like shopping ... cont’d Each year, she and her daughter faithfully light their menorahs for eight nights, play dreidels and overcook mountains of starchy latkes.

They burn scores of candles to the nub while chittering through the night of winter solstice. They recover just in time to put overstuffed stockings under a tiny cardboard tree and shove an overstuffed turkey into the oven.

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What’s Inside Geezerville ......................... 2 Didee/Didoo ........................ 3 Yukon See It Here ................. 4 Living With Wildlife ............... 5 Eye on the Outdoors .............. 6 Skills Canada Profile: Cassandra Galbraith ......... 10 Seasonal Recipes ................ 12 Kind Cafe .......................... 14

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doors to company in

the final week of 2019, the invitations will

read “Happy ChanuSoltstiMas.”

Friends or strangers of any religious persuasion, or none, are welcome for drinks and snacks, for conversation, music and laughter.

For mistletoe, apples, pomegranates and ivy.

For latkes with applesauce and sour cream. And Scotch eggs. And dreidels. Because that’s how we roll in these parts.

But this year, dammit, there will also be a Christmas tree. A real one, five feet tall a minimum of five feet tall. One that grew in real dirt and sacrificed its nonplastic, non-metallic needles for our sake.

That’s just me, putting my white-bread Geezer foot down.

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Murray was surprised to find the rabies virus on bats in 1959 when he worked on a project in Quebec

I Wishing you a HAPPY HOLIDAYS from my family to yours.

Hon. Larry Bagnell, Member of Parliament, Yukon 204-204 Black Street, Whitehorse, YT, Y1A 2M9 Tel: (867) 668-6565, Email: larry.bagnell.c1@parl.gc.ca

n the late 1950s, the infectious disease known as “rabies” worked its way eastward across Canada. All warm-blooded creatures, including humans, are susceptible to the rabies virus that will lead to deadly acute encephalitis. In 1959 I was detailed to work on the disease in eastern Ontario. My principal responsibility was to capture as many samples of live bats in the eastern counties and take them to a lab in Quebec where I also examined the bat for any insects etc., it might have on its body. I was truly surprised to see little infectious creatures attached to the bat’s body because bats are one of the cleanest crea-

tures I had ever come across.

The bat is not the only mammal that is susceptible to this deadly disease. The skunk, raccoon, foxes and coyote are high on the list of mammals known to get rabies, as well as the dog. The actual transporting of rabies is done through the saliva of one mammal to the other. The caution here is that this does not only mean through a bite, but through the saliva of the animal’s mouth. This means that rabies can be spread by licking. It should be made clear that touching other parts of the body, such as membranes, including the eyes, nose and mouth, could lead to the spread of the disease.

Using the raccoon as an example, if having come in contact with a rabid animal and been bitten, go to a doctor or medical clinic immediately and report the incident. The disease will take anywhere from three to 12 weeks to incubate. During that time, the bitten raccoon may show no signs of being rabid aka biting things. In some cases, what thy call dumb rabies might show and the biting animal may wander rather stupidly, biting even at sticks. This is why rules are in place against feeding wild animals. Besides teachcont’d on page 7 ...

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Vaxxing for canines - protecting your dogs from rabies... cont’d

Murray and Lisa Martin’s family dog, Avalanche, has been well inoculated for rabies and they encourage everyone to do so

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ing the animal to rely on humans to feed them, another concern is that these wild creatures could be infected with this deadly disease. Remember, a WILD ANIMAL IS WILD! When the disease finally reaches the brain, the virus multiplies exceptionally rapidly and passes through the salivary glands. At this point, chances are that the animal will not live more than a week. This is when you will note that the wild animal seems friendly to people.

Do not be fooled by this as this is a sign that the wild animal could possibly have rabies.

If you see a wild animal dead on the side of the road, do not touch it, as it could well end up being infected with this disease.

If you see an animal dead on the side of the road or in fact anywhere, call a conservation officer. Do not touch it.

All of the above is reason enough to have your dog inoculated with the rabies vaccine.

The vaccine will be good for three years. Remember, an animal does not have to be bitten by an animal infected with rabies. Just coming in contact with its mouth or body could transport this deadly disease of rabies. In

taking your dog across the border into the USA, you must show a veterinarian’s paper showing inoculation certification or they will not allow you to cross the border. In many communities across Canada, all dogs must be inoculated with the rabies vaccine. It is not only wise to stop the spread of this deadly diseases to other animals, but to the protection of all people.

Murray Martin is a former Ontario conservation officer and a longstanding member of the Outdoor Writers of Canada.

Happy Holidays d Wishing you a happy holiday and a joyful New Year ar ol ge, e,, e from the Board of Governors and staff at Yukon College, soon to be Yukon University.

Please note that access to Yukon College buildings and services may vary during the holidays. Visit yukoncollege.yk.ca/holiday-hours for a full schedule.

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Early Childhood professional development January 16 to 19, 2020 in Whitehorse

As part of this Early Childhood Symposium, we will be pleased to invite you to two free activities, in French: a conference for parents and storytelling for kids from 2 to 7 years old. For more information, contact: Genevieve.

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ART SHOWS

GENERAL EVENTS

Until Sat Dec 28 Blanket by the Yukon Art Society Members’ Arts Underground Blankets often signify warmth or shelter during the winter months. They can be gifts, or heirlooms passed from generation to generation. Featuring works by members of the Yukon Art Society.

Until Sun Jan 5 Pop Up Holiday Shoppe 11:00 AM Yukon Artists at Work Gallery Support local art, find creative gifts, mingle and enjoy some hot cider. 867 393 4848 Until Sat Jan 11 Somewhere Here Arts Underground Takes audiences on a journey through Yukon’s history. Describing how place names are rooted in the physical landscape as well as in past events and people. 667-5321 Until Sat Feb 22 Cracks in the Soul By Gukki Nuka Yukon Arts Centre The exhibition features a series of self-portraits, in which the body is an object, a victim and a human being, presented in nightmarish landscapes of forest and ice.

Until Sat Feb 22 Remote Sensibility VIII - The Ecology of Perception By Marten Berkman 12:00 AM Yukon Arts Centre A multimedia collaboration of other artists’ works which is shown in 3-D. until Wed Apr 1 Natural Connections Yukon College View new Acquisitions to the Yukon Permanent Art Collection

Until Dec 22 Spruce Bog Boutique The Old Fire Hall Open Mon-Fri 11-7 and Sat-Sunday 10-4.

Kids “Make a mug” every Sunday 1-3. 334-6623 Until Dec 23 12 Days of Christmas Market 12:00 PM Kwanlin Dun Cultural Centre Yukon artisans gather to showcase and sell artwork, crafts, food, and more! Saturday – Wednesday 10am-7pm Thursday & Friday 10am-9pm Wed Dec 18 Spanish Conversation Group 12:00 PM Yukon Government Administration Building Join us inside the Bridges Café 6336081 Terry or Michèle Wed Dec 18 Legion Texas Hold’Em 6:30 PM Whitehorse Legion Branch 254 All Legion Members both local and national Welcome 6672802 Wed Dec 18 YogaNidra for Seasonal Stress & Wellbeing 7:15 PM Breath of Life Collective 75 minute Candlelight Yoga Nidra class to help ease stress, anxiety and depression this time of year.

Admission by donation.

Wed Dec 18 Whitehorse United Church Choir Practice 7:30 PM Whitehorse United Church Wed Dec 18 Hump Day Trivia 8:00 PM Yukon Inn in the Boiler Room Thu Dec 19 Free Yukoner Day MacBride Museum Every 3rd Thursday of the month.

Valid Yukon ID must be presented at time of admission.

Thu Dec 19 Whitehorse Yukon Community Thrift Store - Silent Auctions 12:00 PM Whitehorse Community Thrift Store Silent Auctions for valuable, unusual and unique items.

Bids taken Friday and Saturday at the store.

Bidding Closes 2:00 PM Saturdays, each week.

Thu Dec 19 C/TFN Christmas Dinner 5:00 PM Nàkwät’à Kų̀ (KDFN’s potlatch house) Dinner and a visit from Santa, call 689-7467 or email marlene.parsons@ctfn.ca to confirm attendance.

Thu Dec 19 Chess Corner 6:30 PM Yukon College Chess played in room A2101, beginners welcome, welcome to bring your own ‘lucky’ board. Everyone welcome to sit in on this game of strategy.

Thu Dec 19 Uke On Ukulele Club! 7:00 PM Porter Creek Secondary School Email us at ukeonukuleleclub@gmail.com for more information.

Thu Dec 19 Dtfunny 7:30 PM Heart Of Riverdale Featuring local comedians George Maratos, Steve McGovern, Steph Aube, James Boyle plus many more! Email theheartofriverdale@gmail. com for tickets.

Thu Dec 19 Christ Church Cathedral Choir Practice 7:30 PM Christ Church Cathedral Fri Dec 20 Whitehorse Yukon Community Thrift Store - Silent Auctions 12:00 PM Whitehorse Community Thrift Store Silent Auctions for valuable, unusual and unique items.

Bids taken Friday and Saturday at the store.

Bidding Closes 2:00 PM Saturdays, each week.

Fri Dec 20 Afternoon Tea and Hymn Sing 2:00 PM Christ Church Cathedral Fri Dec 20 Legion TGIF Dinner 6:00 PM Whitehorse Legion Branch 254 Open to Members and signed in guests Meals are $12 unless a steak dinner which is more.

Fri Dec 20 Holiday Roast Battle 7:00 PM Baked Cafe Watch as friends become enemies in this one-on-one comedian-vs-comedian roast battle.

Tickets at the door.

Sat Dec 21 Dog Wash Fundraiser 10:00 AM The Feed Store Pet Junction All profit goes to Mae Bachur Animal Shelter Sat Dec 21 Whitehorse Yukon Community Thrift Store - Silent Auctions 12:00 PM Whitehorse Community Thrift Store Silent Auctions for valuable, unusual and unique items.

Bids taken Friday and Saturday at the store.

Bidding Closes 2:00 PM Saturdays, each week.

Sat Dec 21 Legion Crib Night 6:00 PM Whitehorse Legion Branch 254 All local and national legion members welcome! Register by 6:25 PM, Games Start at 6:30 PM. 667-2802 Sat Dec 21 Christmas Themed Trivia Night 6:30 PM Whitehorse Legion Branch 254 Prizes will be awarded. Max of 4 people per team..

Space is Limited so arrive on time.

Sun Dec 22 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 Dec 23 Free drop-in computer labs 10:00 AM Yukon Learn Free Drop-In Computer Lab for Self Directed Studies A tutor/Instructor will be available on site to assist you. 867-668-6280 or toll free: 888-668-6280 Fax: 867-633-4576 Mon Dec 23 Legion Scrabble Meet 1:00 PM Whitehorse Legion Branch 254 All Legion Members both local and national Welcome 667-2802

LIVE MUSIC

Wed Dec 18 Whitewater Wednesday 6:00 PM Town & Mountain Hotel Longtime Local jam night hosted by Peggy Hanifan Thu Dec 19 Kopper King Music 7:00 PM Kopper King Neighbour’s Pub Hal Jordan, Delmar Washington and Mark David Hoppe play originals and covers. 668-5520 Fri Dec 20 Steve Slade 6:00 PM The Cut Off Restaurant Steve Slade entertainment, for reservations call 668-7800 Fri Dec 20 The Problematic Orchestra: Canadiana 7:00 PM Yukon Arts Centre Building on the long-standing solstice tradition, The Problematic Orchestra highlights the holiday season with what is sure to be a remarkable repertoire. Tickets online.

Fri Dec 20 KABN 7:30 PM Best Western Gold Rush Inn Classic blues and rock mixed with fun new originals.

Fri Dec 20 Holiday Spectacular 9:00 PM The Local Bar Cover charge applicable.

Fri Dec 20 Paradise RaveMas 9:00 PM Heart Of Riverdale DJs, dancing and Christmas!

Tickets at the door.

Fri Dec 20 Karaoke 9:00 PM Yukon Inn in the Boiler Room Sat Dec 21 Solstice Party with Selina Heyligers-Hare 7:00 PM The Cut Off Restaurant Great live music and great food in a relaxed neighbourhood pub atmosphere.

Sat Dec 21 The Problematic Orchestra: Canadiana 7:00 PM Yukon Arts Centre Building on the long-standing solstice tradition, The Problematic Orchestra highlights the holiday season with what is sure to be a remarkable repertoire. Tickets online.

Sat Dec 21 Manuel Kennedy-Kuiper & Graeme Poile 7:30 PM Best Western Gold Rush Inn Live music venue north of 60. Great food, strong drinks and the best people. 6684500 Sat Dec 21 Vinyl Therapy 8:30 PM Heart Of Riverdale Stop by with your favorite record(s) to play hand picked songs with other lovers of vinyl. Tickets at the door, 19+ event.

Sat Dec 21 Here Comes The Sun with Dj Carlo 9:00 PM The Local Bar Dance, hip hop, top 40 and everything in-between..

Sat Dec 21 Karaoke 9:00 PM Yukon Inn in the Boiler Room Sun Dec 22 Jam Session 6:00 PM 98 Hotel Bring your instrument and have fun!

Sun Dec 22 Peggy and Jack 7:30 PM Best Western Gold Rush Inn 668-4500 Thu Dec 26 Kopper King Music 7:00 PM Kopper King Neighbour’s Pub Hal Jordan, Delmar Washington and Mark David Hoppe play originals and covers. 668-5520 Thu Dec 26 Open Stage & Jam 7:30 PM Best Western Gold Rush Inn Express yourself! Perform solo or with back up. Some instruments provided.

Fri Dec 27 Steve Slade 6:00 PM The Cut Off Restaurant Steve Slade entertainment, for reservations call 668-7800 Fri Dec 27 MasterBlasters 7:30 PM Best Western Gold Rush Inn Live music venue north of 60. Great food, strong drinks and the best people. 668-4500 Fri Dec 27 Karaoke 9:00 PM Yukon Inn in the Boiler Room

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Mon Dec 23 GO The Surrounding Game 6:00 PM Starbucks Chilkoot Centre Simple Game Deep Strategy. Beginners & Visitors Welcome.

For more information email: tjbowlby@gmail. com Mon Dec 23 Euchre Night 6:30 PM Whitehorse Legion Branch 254 All local and national legion members welcome! 667-2802 Tue Dec 24 Art Hive for Christmas 10:00 AM Arts Underground An opportunity to explore material, create in a community and make art with an abundant amount of art supplies! Free event!

Tue Dec 24 Christmas Eve: What Child Is This? 4:00 & 6:00 PM Mountainview Church Traditional carols, new choruses, multi-media and a unique message.

Wed Dec 25 Christmas Morning Service 10:00 AM Church of the Nazarene Celebrate the Birth of our Saviour in worship and song.

Brunch at 10 am and service at 11:00.

Fri Dec 27 Whitehorse Yukon Community Thrift Store - Silent Auctions 12:00 PM Whitehorse Community Thrift Store Silent Auctions for valuable, unusual and unique items. Bids taken Friday and Saturday at the store. Bidding Closes 2:00 PM Saturdays, each week.

Fri Dec 27 Legion TGIF Dinner 6:00 PM Whitehorse Legion Branch 254 Open to Members and signed in guests Meals are $12 unless a steak dinner which is more.

Sat Dec 28 Whitehorse Yukon Community Thrift Store - Silent Auctions 12:00 PM Whitehorse Community Thrift Store Silent Auctions for valuable, unusual and unique items. Bids taken Friday and Saturday at the store. Bidding Closes 2:00 PM Saturdays, each week.

Sat Dec 28 Legion Crib Night 6:00 PM Whitehorse Legion Branch 254 All local and national legion members welcome! Register by 6:25 PM, Games Start at 6:30 PM. 667-2802 Sun Dec 29 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 Dec 30 Free drop-in computer labs 10:00 AM Yukon Learn Free Drop-In Computer Lab for Self Directed Studies A tutor/Instructor will be available on site to assist you. 867668-6280 or toll free: 888-668-6280 Fax: 867633-4576 Mon Dec 30 Legion Scrabble Meet 1:00 PM Whitehorse Legion Branch 254 All Legion Members both local and national Welcome 667-2802 Mon Dec 30 GO The Surrounding Game 6:00 PM Starbucks Chilkoot Centre Simple Game Deep Strategy. Beginners & Visitors Welcome.

For more information email: tjbowlby@gmail. com Mon Dec 30 Euchre Night 6:30 PM Whitehorse Legion Branch 254 All local and national legion members welcome! 667-2802 Mon Dec 30 Music Trivia with Jona Barr and Adrian Burrill 7:30 PM Best Western Gold Rush Inn Tue Dec 31 Scottish Themed New Years Celebration 9:00 PM North of Ordinary Experience Center Prizes for the best Scottish Themed fancy dress, Whisky tasting, Scottish buffet inc HAGGIS, Live music, Pick tickets up in person at the North of Ordinary Experience Centre.

Thu Jan 2 Whitehorse Yukon Community Thrift Store - Silent Auctions 12:00 PM Whitehorse Community Thrift Store Silent Auctions for valuable, unusual and unique items. Bids taken Friday and Saturday at the store. Bidding Closes 2:00 PM Saturdays, each week.à Thu Jan 2 Chess Corner 6:30 PM Yukon College Chess played in room A2101, beginners welcome, welcome to bring your own ‘lucky’ board. Everyone welcome to sit in on this game of strategy.

Thu Jan 2 Uke On Ukulele Club! 7:00 PM Porter Creek Secondary School Email us at ukeonukuleleclub@gmail.com for more information.

Thu Jan 2 Christ Church Cathedral Choir Practice 7:30 PM Christ Church Cathedral

KIDS & FAMILIES

Wed Dec 18 Yukon Imagination Library Story Time 10:30 AM Family Literacy Centre Enjoy a classic pick from the Imagination Library, followed by an activity or craft. Suitable for all ages. For more information call 668-8698

Wed Dec 18 Prenatal Luncheon 12:00 PM Skookum Jim Friendship Centre A healthy lunch and an activity for all prenatal mothers and for those with babies up to 12 months old.

Welcomes all pregnant moms-to-be, nursing moms, new dads, expectant dads, wee babes, and family supports.

Thu Dec 19 That 70’s Christmas Party 7:00 PM MacBride Museum Ages 13-17, Celebrate the holiday season in retro-style at That 70’s Christmas Party,70’s music, board games, jello molds and cherry cola. Tickets available in advance at MacBride Museum, and at the door.

Thu Dec 19 CGC Youth Rec Drop-in 7:00 PM Canada Games Centre Held in the Kids Club Room, Ages: 10 - 18, Snacks provided.

Transportation available. Call 334-8718 or email courtney.terriah@kdfn.net for more info.

Fri Dec 20 Preschool Drop-in Gymnastics 10:00 AM Polarette’s Gymnastic Club Silly songs and preschool free play, call 668-4794 for more information.

Fri Dec 20 Animal Antics 10:30 AM Family Literacy Centre Stories, songs, exploration and discovery or all things animal. Featuring a different animal each week. Suitable for all ages. For more information call 668-8698 Fri Dec 20 After School Youth Recreation 3:15 PM Nàkwät’à Kų̀ (KDFN’s potlatch house) A variety of games and activities both indoor and outdoor. Call 334-8728 for more info.

Fri Dec 20 Standard Format - Magic: The Gathering 6:00 PM Titan Gaming Cafe Legal sets = Ixalan, Rivals of Ixalan, Dominaria, Core Set 2019, Guilds of Ravnica, Ravnica Allegiance.Banned Cards = Rampaging Ferocidon Fri Dec 20 Girls Club 7:30 PM Bethany Church Call 668-4877 for more information.

Sat Dec 21 Mask Making for Kids’ 9:30 AM Arts Underground Children dive into the in character as they create an identity for themselves with masks. Christmas Drop n’ Shop for ages 6-12, all supplies included.

Register online or call 667-4080 Sat Dec 21 Choose Your Own Adventure 10:30 AM Family Literacy Centre Choose from a variety of fun, interactive and family friendly play stations. Suitable for all ages. For more information call 668-8698 Sat Dec 21 Family Drop In 3:30 PM Polarette’s Gymnastic Club Drop in for families and caregivers, call 668-4794 for more info.

Sun Dec 22 Pioneer Format - Magic:The Gathering 1:00 PM Titan Gaming Cafe Weekly MTG Pioneer Format - Cards starting from Return to Ravnica forward - Banned Cards: Fetch Lands Mon Dec 23 Preschool Drop-in Gymnastics 10:00 AM Polarette’s Gymnastic Club Silly songs and preschool free play, call 668-4794 for more information.

Fri Dec 27 Preschool Drop-in Gymnastics 10:00 AM Polarette’s Gymnastic Club Silly songs and preschool free play, call 668-4794 for more information.

Fri Dec 27 Girls Club 7:30 PM Bethany Church Call 668-4877 for more information.

MEETINGS & WORKSHOPS

Wed Dec 18 Northern Voices Toastmasters 7:00 AM Sport Yukon Supportive members will help you develop your public speaking, communication and leadership skills. Drop-ins welcome. 867-689-6363 toastmastersyukon@ gmail.com Thu Dec 19 Sundogs Toastmasters Club 12:00 PM Sport Yukon A lunch time session to learn the skills, practice the speaking, receive the feedback to improve your public speaking, communication and leadership skills. Drop-ins welcome. 867-689-6363 toastmastersyukon@ gmail.com Thu Dec 19 Monthly Coalition Meeting 5:00 PM CYO Hall Monthly Coalition (Yukon AntiPoverty Coalition) meetings are held every third Thursday. Everyone is welcome!

Thu Dec 19 Midnight Sun Toastmasters Club 5:30 PM Yukon College Room A2714. An after work meeting to help you gain confidence in public speaking, improve communication and add to your leadership skills. Drop-ins welcome. 867-689-6363 toastmastersyukon@ gmail.com Sat Dec 21 Yukon Amateur Radio Association: Coffee Discussion Group 9:00 AM A&W Restaurant Casual event. Hams from outside the Yukon and those are interested are welcome Sat Dec 21 PFLAG Meeting 7:00 PM Yukon College Support for those struggling with sexual orientation and gender identity in themselves or someone they know. Everyone welcome Sat Dec 28 Yukon Amateur Radio Association: Coffee Discussion Group 9:00

AM A&W Restaurant Casual event. Hams from outside the Yukon and those are interested are welcome Thu Jan 2 Sundogs Toastmasters Club 12:00 PM Sport Yukon A lunch time session to learn the skills, practice the speaking, receive the feedback to improve your public speaking, communication and leadership skills. Drop-ins welcome. 867-689-6363 toastmastersyukon@ gmail.com Thu Jan 2 Midnight Sun Toastmasters Club 5:30 PM Yukon College Room A2714. An after work meeting to help you gain confidence in public speaking, improve communication and add to your leadership skills. Drop-ins welcome. 867-689-6363 toastmastersyukon@ gmail.com Sat Jan 4 Yukon Amateur Radio Association: Coffee Discussion Group 9:00 AM A&W Restaurant Casual event. Hams from outside the Yukon and those are interested are welcome Mon Jan 6 Yukon Amateur Radio Association: Meeting 7:00 PM Emergency Measures Organisation BDG Prospective hams are welcome.

Tue Jan 7 Executive Meeting 5:15 PM Sport Yukon We produce many newsletters a year, plan and lead river trips, organize the annual whitewater rodeo, and are the Yukon’s sport governing body for flatwater and slalom racing.

Tue Jan 7 Beginner’s Sewing: Totes! 6:00 PM Yukonstruct Innovation Hub Draft a tote bag onto cotton fabric, cut it out and sew it up in one evening, Register online or email for more info.

Wed Jan 8 Northern Voices Toastmasters 7:00 AM Sport Yukon Supportive members will help you develop your public speaking, communication and leadership skills. Drop-ins welcome. 867-689-6363 toastmastersyukon@ gmail.com Wed Jan 8 Overcome Your Fear - Public Speaking 12:00 PM Northlight Innovation Identify the causes of anxiety around public speaking and develop strategies to reduce anxiety and build confidence. Register online.

Wed Jan 8 Big Brothers Big Sisters of Yukon Special Meeting of the Members 5:30 PM Main Street - Downtown Call BBBSY at 6687911 for details and location.

Alcoholics Anonymous

Wednesdays The Joy Of Living group (OM, NS) 12:00 noon 305 Wood Street -Back Entrance Porter Creek Step meeting (CM) 8:00 PM Our Lady of Victory No Puffin (CM, NS) 8:00 PM 6210 - 6th Ave Thursdays The Joy Of Living group (OM, NS) 12:00 noon 305 Wood Street -Back Entrance.

Polar Group (OM) 7:30 PM 6210 - 6th ave.

Fridays The Joy Of Living group (OM, NS) 12:00 noon 305 Wood Street -Back Entrance Yukon Unity Group Meeting 1:30 PM #4 Hospital Road Whitehorse Group (OM, NS) 8:00 PM 305 Wood Street - Back Entrance.

Saturdays Detox Meeting (OM, NS) 1:00 PM, Sara Steel Building 609 Steele St., Main Entrance Hospital Meeting Whitehorse General Hospital (OM NS) 7:00 pm - Hospital Board Meeting.

Sundays Detox Meeting (OM NS) 1:00 PM 1:00 PM, Sara Steel Building 609 Steele St., Main Entrance Hospital Meeting (OM NS) 7:00 PM Whitehorse General Hospital Mondays The Joy Of Living group (OM, NS) 12:00 noon 305 Wood Street -Back Entrance New Beginnings Group (OM, NS) 8:00 PM 6210 - 6th Ave Tuesdays The Joy Of Living group (OM, NS) 12:00 noon 305 Wood Street -Back Entrance Ugly Duckling Group (OM, NS) 8:00 PM 6210 - 6th Ave. Juste Pour Aujourd’hui (OM, NS) 7:00 PM 205 Black Street Suite 120 Phone: AA 1-888-453-0142 (24 hours a day)

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Meet

Series:

Cassandra

the carpenter

Name: Cassandra Galbraith (Skills Yukon Territorial Welding Competitor + Yukon Women in Trades and Technology Instructor)

Age: 27 Trade: 1st Level Welding student + apprentice &

PROFILES

Carpentry Apprentice

Current Workplace: Ketza Construction What motivated you to get into this career?

I have always been into handson work, but what truly motivated me was, when I was 16 I had a boyfriend that said I couldn’t help change the oil in my truck because I was a girl. From then on, I had my heart set on trades work.

Was there someone who got you excited about this path?

Honestly, aside from my sister and parents, I was the one who was super excited about this path in the trades.

Was there secondary helped you cient at the now?

Cassandra enjoys the physically active nature of trades work

Cassandra gets on the tools

a class in school that more profiwork you do

I had taken shop class in high school, but I didn’t do very well in that subject, but that didn’t stop me from pursuing my career!

What was it like to go to post secondary school and work at the same time?

It was hard. Young, single mom, going to school and working at the same time. It was difficult. BUT if you really want something, you’ll find a way to make it happen.

What is the best part of being in your trade?

The best part of my trade is definitely the physical labour involved. Lifting materials, on my feet all day. I love it. You get paid to work out.

A regular day would look something like...

• Safety Meeting.

• Work Hard!

• Giggle a little. (Have to have fun at work!)

• Work even harder.

• Clean up and prep for the next day.

A piece of advice that I would give to someone looking to get into the trade?

Show up on time and be willing to learn! This trade has so many different avenues. You could do finish work, forming, framing, cabinets. There is always something to learn!

If you met someone who was looking at getting a job in the trades, what piece of advice would you give them?

Carpentry has made my life better by giving me a job I love. I don’t dread getting up in the morning and am happy to go to a job

PHOTOS: courtesy of Skills Canada Yukon

Cassandra feels a big key to trades is always be willing to learn I like with a crew that feels like family.

What is the most interesting thing/project you

have worked on?

Every job is interesting! Hardly ever do you get a job that’s the exact same, so they’re all interesting!

Skills Canada Yukon promotes trades and technology careers as a top choice for Yukoners.

If you are interested in learning more about our programming or want to connect with our community please call 867 668 27336; email skillscanada@northwestel.net; Facebook & Instagram @skillscanadayukon.

If you are interested in learning more about Yukon Women in Trades and Technology, contact coordinator@yukonwitt.org or 867 667 4441.

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Seasonal Recipes with Sydney Keddy

Simple pork belly for sandwiches

P

ork belly is rich and fatty and a real joy to serve. Many shy away from it due to its reputation of being a hard ingredient to execute, thankfully that reputation is greatly exaggerated. Feel free to try any sort of other ingredients to top this pork, just stick to things that are light and

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Cooked pork belly, ready for the oven

Pork with aromatics in the pressure cooker

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❑ .75 kg of pork belly ❑ Salt, to taste ❑ ½ tsp black peppercorns ❑ ½ star anise ❑ 2 sliced fresh ginger ❑ 3 cloves garlic ❑ Sliced radishes, to serve ❑ Sliced herbs (mint, cilantro, Thai basil), to serve ❑ Sourdough bread, sliced ❑ Mayo, to serve ❑ Fish sauce, to serve cont’d on page 13 ...

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Set the oven to 425 degrees, place the pork on a roasting pan and roast for 15 minutes.

Then switch the oven to broil and broil the belly under high heat until it’s crisp - in a preheated oven this should take 5 minutes. Remove from oven and let rest for at least 5 minutes before slicing and serving. This preparation of pork belly works well with simple sliced radishes and herbs on sourdough bread, with a decent spread of mayo and a few dashes of fish sauce.

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Serving up kindness PHOTO: Emily Hoefs

Vegan and vegetarian focused Kind Cafe is helping customers with restricted diets eat out

by Emily Hoefs

PHOTO: Rick Massie

W

hatever we do, there is always room for a little kindness. That was the

message I took away after meeting with Meg Rodger at her new eatery, Kind Café, on Hawkins Street in downtown Whitehorse.

The crowd, menu, smooth operation and carefully curated space belie a business opened just three months prior. Everything feels homey and well established; some customers are already calling themselves “regulars.”

Rodger, 28, credits that to a supportive community (she was born and raised in Whitehorse and is delighted that many guests and employees are friends and family) and the countless hours she spent carefully planning a space to call her own. The Kind Café is a dream six years in the making.

Following the completion of a degree in business manage-

ment, Rodger spent time teaching in South Korea and traveling to different areas of Asia. There, she was inspired by two things: a variety of ingredients and food combinations new to her, and a deep appreciation of the pristine environment she’d grown up with in the Yukon.

“I remember walking to work in South Korea and not being able to see the cars on the street from the sidewalk because of the smog.

It made me look at the bigger picture” she said. Around the same time in her life, Rodger started to take seriously some food sensitivities she’d always experienced.

“As a kid I just would not eat dairy. I’d reject it without knowing why. As I got older, I was able to start recognising, ok, if this

food doesn’t make me feel good, I can make different choices.”

Dealing with a restricted diet can take some of the pleasure out of eating, with some taking on the mindset that food is an enemy.

Rodger said it doesn’t have to be so.

“There’s so much guilt and confusion out there about food.

I wanted to show people that food can bring you comfort and still be healthy. You can feel satiated without feeling badly afterwards,” she said.

Rodger began experimenting in her own kitchen, devouring food blogs and discovering alternatives and substitutions for traditional fare via specialty cookbooks.

“I really just wanted to bring more kindness everywhere. I wanted to

make my dream into something that was kind for people, animals and the Earth.”

The Kind Café offers mostly vegan and vegetarian fare,typically free of gluten, refined sugar and other common ingredients known to affect eaters with sensitivities.

However, Rodger has purposely not marketed her business as such because she feels that can send a message of restriction. She strives to offer items that are always healthy and delicious, without judgment. “I want to meet people where they already are in their diets and food journeys. You can come here and find something you will enjoy, regardless of what you normally eat.”

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It begins...

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Although not marketed, the menu offers mostly healthy and tasty vegan and vegetarian dishes ing, as customers stream continuously through the small and welcoming ground floor space.

Rodger finds this immensely satisfying as she admits she “lived and breathed the concept” for years.

The food speaks for itself and she notes a measurable bump in business when she posts a snapshot of

Meg Rodger strives to offer items that are always healthy and delicious

her creations on social media. In fact, business has been so good that she admits she hasn’t yet had time to reflect on the fact that she is living her dream. A good problem to have, she said, crediting her team for their support and sharing her feeling of being personally invested in their mis-

sion to serve up delicious food, with a side of kindness.

Emily Hoefs is a soccer player, coach and enthusiast, as well as a writer. She lives in Whitehorse with her son and too many dogs.

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Often described as a highenergy performer and a crowd favourite, Sterling Scott has become one of comedyʼs rising stars.

Sterling is the 2019 San Francisco comedy competition champion, performed at the Just for Laughs festival and is featured on the Just for Laughs premium blend 2018 comedy album, toured overseas to perform for the U.S. Military in Kuwait, Iraq, Afghanistan, and Dubai. Sterling was a writer and actor on the hit comedy television show This Hour has 22 minutes and can be heard on CBC debaters. Sterlingʼs material stems from his life experiences with relationships, family, being a father, current events and those awkward moments that people from all walks of life can relate to.

GQ magazine described him as “One of the Best comics around.”

One of the stars of the hit Netflix show Workin Moms. Ten appearances at the Just for Laughs festival and dozens of televised appearances on CBCʼs Halifax Comedy Festival, The Winnipeg Comedy Festival, Comedy Now, Live at Gotham, CBSʼs The Late Late Show, and MTVʼs Busted.

A successful comedic and character actor. He has made turns on SyFyʼs Wynonna Earp, and CWʼs The LA Complex, and starred in CTVʼs Satisfaction, Huluʼs Almost Heroes, as well as FOXʼs sitcom Life on a Stick. He has also had starring roles in the feature films National Lampoons Going the Distance, Disneyʼs Stuck in the Suburbs, Step Dogs and the award winning family film Finn on the Fly.

GEORGE MARATOS THURSDAY George has been telling jokes since he was a kid and helped start the Yukon comedy scene in 2005 alongside sketch comedy troupe Jump the Shark. He got to tell jokes for a month in Australia at the one of the biggest festivals in the world. He studied improv and comedy writing at The Second City in Chicago and has performed with Colin Mochrie, Kyle Kinane and the Trailer Park Boys. He got his prostate examined twice in a three month period. No joke. He was fine. Enjoy the show.

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The many of voices of “Canadiana”

The Problematic Orchestra performs last year at their annual concert

The Problematic Orchestra is ready for its fourth solstice show

by Carrie Boles

“I

t’s really subjective.”

That’s how Daniel Janke describes this year’s theme for the Problematic Orchestra.

On the longest night of the year, Yukon’s very own chamber orchestra will take the stage at the Yukon Arts Centre for a musical exploration of the theme “Canadiana.”

For director Janke, who grew up listening to bands like April Wine, A Foot in Coldwater, Major Hoople’s Boarding House Band and, later, the likes of Neil Young and Joni Mitchell, “Canadiana”

might just equate to southern Ontario.

However; the night will include compositions from British Columbia-based composers John Oliver and David Archer; a composition called “Ice Forms” by Katrina Gimon (which Janke calls a “beautiful, sonic piece”); and a collaboration with Kwanlin Dághàlhaan K’e Dancers described as “epic.”

The evening will also be dominated by local musicians and composers.

Seasoned musician Keitha Clark will play for the first time with the Problematic Orchestra and has written her own piece, an adaption of a well-known fiddle tune by the famous Metis musician John Arcand.

Clark’s take on the theme includes this ode to the region of her birth in Saskatchewan.

Clark uses the piece to segue into the story of Big Bear—a Cree chief—who refused to sign treaty, believing the agreements to be unbeneficial to his people. Big Bear subsequently faced much hardship and, as he had predicted, his eventual signature on Treaty 6 proved not viable to his nation.

“My family farmed part of this treaty land, where Big Bear and his people are from,” she said. “I view my piece as adding another voice to the conversation on what it means to be Canadian.”

For Clark, the theme “is a musical dialogue to get us thinking about the music that comes from

Canada, it wants us to engage, not just intellectually, but through what music does best, with our emotions,” she said.

“We are very lucky for a community of this size to have an orchestra to both play and write for and, as a community, to have a chamber orchestra in the North,” Clark said.

Joan Stanton, producer of Problematic Orchestra, echoed that sentiment.

“We have our very own chamber orchestra, with a very accomplished group of musicians. I would encourage people to come out and experience it! The range of Canadian music we are going to hear at the concert, is something to look forward to,” she said.

When probed about what “surprise arrangements” of Canadian classics to expect, director Janke said “then it would not be a surprise!”

“Again, everyone has a different idea of Canada, even different generations, we tried to touch on ideas that were enduring. I might have mentioned Joni Mitchell and Neil Young, but also within the theme, we will explore the cultural fabric and the land as part of the country,” he said.

The Problematic Orchestra will play at the Yukon Art Centre Mainstage Friday Dec. 20 and Saturday Dec. 21.

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When the community comes together, Christmas magic is possible

Due to the help of many people, Garbage Truck Santa will bring holiday cheer to Yukoners this December

by Amber Church

S

ince 1991, Wayne Henderson, aka Garbage Truck Santa, has delighted Yukoners with his colourful light displays, dancing antlers, music and gifts of candy canes. Now, due to the support of the community, Henderson can feel confident that his garbage truck will keep bringing joy throughout the holiday season for years to come.

Henderson first donned his Santa suit for the benefit of the kids along his garbage route.

“Every Thursday, when I drove through Riverdale there would be this little boy waiting for me,” he said. “Seeing how excited he was to see the garbage truck gave me an idea; I walked into my manager’s office at the City of Whitehorse and asked what he thought

Inside Yukon Inn Mall on Fourth (Beside Dollar Store)

about me doing my route in a Santa suit, with candy canes for the kids.”

His manager told him to go for it. Pretty soon, Garbage Truck Santa’s popularity grew well beyond initial expectations. “It wasn’t that long before we found ourselves with a bit of a problem– everywhere I went we would have kids running around the truck and getting too close, and delays to the schedule due to photographs and people wanting to visit with me,” Henderson said. “Ultimately Ron, my supervisor, just told me to start driving around during the period just before Christmas and not to worry about picking up the garbage.”

“It was during this time that I started to add lights to the truck,” he said.

The truck’s light display has grown exponentially since then.

Every year, Henderson adds more lights to the display, helped along by donations from Canadian Tire.

“When I started I could power everything by wiring the lights into the cigarette lighter, but it wasn’t too long before I needed a generator in the back to keep everything powered.”

Garbage Truck Santa rode under the city’s banner for about 20 years, until the city updated its fleet of garbage trucks. The city wasn’t able to accommodate the light display with the new model of trucks and Henderson had to miss a year as his alter ego of the

jolly old elf.

Tina Woodland, from Whitehorse Motors, came up with a solution. “She called me up and said ‘if we find you a new garbage truck will you start bring Garbage Truck Santa back?’” said Henderson. “Of course I said yes.”

The Takhini Trailer Court had a truck it was willing to lend for a week a year. For the last while, that arrangement has ensured that Garbage Truck Santa makes it through his holiday rounds.

But last year the transmission on the truck went. The trailer court sold it to Henderson for a dollar and Henderson was left trying to figure out how to get the vehicle repaired so that the community wouldn’t be disappointed by the absence of his brightly-lit vehicle on Whitehorse’s streets during December.

It was at this point that the community banded together to create a Christmas miracle.

A GoFundMe campaign kicked off to help with the expenses.

Phil from Inland Kenworth, Keith from Pelly Construction, Ross from Mercer Construction, the teams at Whitehorse Motors and KalTire, and Doug McRae and his students at Yukon College banded together.

Between them, they arranged to tow the garbage truck to where it could be worked on; sourced and installed a new transmission; put new tires on the truck, undertook a complete inspection; installed an inverter to power

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Wayne Henderson has become a beloved Whitehorse Christmas tradition as Garbage Truck Santa the light display; licensed and insured the vehicle; and provided a place to store it year-round.

“I’ve been so overwhelmed by people trying to help,” said Henderson. “The businesses in this town are so community minded– everywhere I turned there was someone offering to help.”

McRae, who volunteered his heavy equipment technician program students to take care of the basic safety maintenance that is required of all commercial vehicles, explained his drive to help. “I have always believed that events similar to what Wayne does are a part of what defines a community and need to be encouraged and supported whenever we can.”

The garbage truck is now ready to roll out for the upcoming holiday season. A team of elves will take over Whitehorse Motors in mid-December to install the light display in time for Garbage Truck Santa’s first scheduled appearance of the season on Dec. 16.

Over that week, Henderson will visit three schools a day between

Monday and Thursday. In between, he will visit as many daycares and seniors’ residences as possible.

“Not many people volunteer to wear a Santa suit for 10 hours a day,” he laughed. “I hope the temperature drops a bit–it’s a pretty hot suit.”

When he’s not paying visits to excited youngsters and the youngat-heart, he can be found driving the streets of Whitehorse, or at Whitehorse Motors, where the truck will live during that week.

Looking to the future, Yukoners can expect to have garbage truck Santa bringing a smile to faces for years to come. “I want to make it to 30 years,” said Henderson.

“And then when I’m ready to retire, I’ll pass the torch to my son Ryan. It takes a person with a good heart to do this and he has that.”

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Thirty-five F years and counting

by Amber Church

Däna Näye

Ventures is about to celebrate 35 years of supporting Yukon entrepreneurs

or more than the past three decades, Däna Näye Ventures has helped Yukon businesses succeed. Now, on the eve of the organization’s 35th anniversary, it has been honoured by Startup Canada for its entrepreneurial efforts.

“We had the great privilege of receiving the Startup Canada Award for Entrepreneurial Support for our efforts in 2018/19,” said Logan Freese, Däna Näye Ventures manager of financial services.

“This is awarded to an individual or organization that provides the highest level of support and care for its clients. It was an amazing honour to be recognized as being the regional winner and to have been in contention for the national award.”

Although Däna Näye didn’t bring home the national award, Freese stresses that having its ef-

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Logan Freese (left), general manager Elaine Chambers and Donna Moore, manager, business services, accept the Startup Canada Award for Entrepreneurial Support for 2018/19 forts recognized on the national scale was still amazing.

Däna Näye is an aboriginallycontrolled financial institution that can provide business financing, advisory, and support and training services, as well as funding support to all Yukon and Northern British Columbia-based entrepreneurs.

“Däna Näye is able to provide support to entrepreneurs at any stage of their business whether it be startup, expansion, acquisition or even sun-setting or selling their business,” said Freese. “These opportunities can range from small-

scale start-ups, or hobby businesses up to large development or infrastructure projects.

“Our financing programs cover everything from a startup microloan for $3,000 to very large lending projects which have run into the millions of dollars.”

Däna Näye’s ability to be flexible by providing creative financing options for a variety of businesses over time has allowed Däna Näye to remain a key player in the Yukon.

“Some of our greatest successes have been in providing financing options to businesses that would not have been able to access financing elsewhere,” said Freese. “A lot of these businesses have gone on to become great successes and valuable and contributing members of the Yukon economy. These businesses have ranged from small individual startups, to acquisitions of existing businesses, to large development corporations that were recovering from past mismanagement. It has always been a point of pride for our entire organization, from front-line staff on up to board of directors and members, to be able to go to local businesses across the territory and know that they have played some part in that business’ success.”

Moving forward, Däna Näye hopes to continue to grow its programs and services to be able to better serve its clients and the Yukon entrepreneurial system as a whole. This growth will include seeking out new opportunities to expand its scope with new funding and financing programs, training projects, course development and partnering opportunities.

“One of the biggest and most exciting new projects that we have on the go is the development of providing a mortgage lending

system that is available to Yukon residents for First Nation settlement lands that are to be leased and developed (Category A/B settlement land),” said Freese.

“This new project will hopefully alleviate some of the financial constraints and burdens that current mortgaging programs have on the First Nations entities themselves and allow individual proponents leasing the lands a chance to build equity into their own home.”

For those interested in getting involved with Däna Näye Ventures, Freese said the company is always willing to take on new clients and that the easiest way to become a new client is to schedule an appointment to have a conversation to find out just how Däna Näye can help. “Even if we aren’t able to provide the direct assistance, we’re always willing to help the best way that we can by acting as a referral agent or simply making an introduction to someone who can,” said Freese. “We always encourage those that are thinking about making the leap to entrepreneurship to come in and talk to us to find out as much information as possible to ensure that you’re making the right choice at the right time. There’s a lot to consider about being your own boss and we always want to make sure that those that are willing to take that risk are making the correct and informed decision about how to go about doing things the right way to better increase your odds of success.”

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Popcorn Wisdom with Dave Blottner

Netflix and Christmas A review by Dave Blottner

Well folks, with the holidays fast descending upon us and many lamenting the lack of a decent theatre in the Yukon, I know what you’re all thinking—how am I going to get my movie fix? Don’t worry, with all the streaming services that exist today, one need never leave home to get their share of movies, both new and old. This year I took a dive into the Netflix catalogue to see what they could offer for holiday cheer and here is what I came up with.

Christmas Break-In Christmas Break-In is a 2019 movie directed by Michael Kampa and starring Danny Glover and Cameron Seely. I had the privilege of watching it as my introduction into the world of Netflix holiday movies and what can I really say about it? This movie is a lot of special. I kind of feel that Danny Glover (I kid you not, Danny Glover is in this) was stuck between flights at an airport and just decided to bang out this movie while he was there. The premise is that three robbers rob all the coins and a fur coat from a Salvation Army Thrift Shop. Yes you read that correctly.

Their haul was two sacks full of quarters. With this, they intend to retire in Acapulco, but while attempting to drive there, they get lost in a snowstorm. Meanwhile, a pair of terrible parents forget their nine-year-old daughter at school just as the Christmas break begins. For reasons not entirely made clear, the robbers also stop at this school and the child and the janitor (Danny Glover) must fight off the robbers using discount Home Alone-style antics.

This movie offers everything the above premise sounds like it’s going to offer. The acting is terrible, the characters cartoonish and ridiculous, the in-movie logic is almost non-existent. It’s bad, folks.

It may be one of the worst holiday movies I have ever watched.

That being said, it’s a special ‘so

bad it’s almost good again’ movie.

This could be a very solid Christmas movie for you to sit down and rip apart with some friends while lamenting how far Danny Glover has fallen in his acting career. I can’t say it was good, but I can say I had a good time with it. If that sounds like your particular cup of egg nog, check it out!

This movie gets 2 out of 5 candy canes.

Christmas with the Kranks The next stop on my holiday tour was 2004’s Christmas with the Kranks. Directed by Joe Roth and starring Tim Allen, Jamie Lee Curtis and Dan Aykroyd.

Sigh. This was hard to watch because 2004 feels like it was a very different time and the movie just doesn’t hold up that well. On one hand, you have Tim Allen, Jamie Lee Curtis and Dan Aykroyd. Heck, there’s even that annoying kid from Malcolm in the Middle! The starstudded cast knows their trade, the lines are delivered well, the chemistry is decent between them and they are skilled enough to play off each other. On the other hand, I just can’t get behind the premise. Tim Allen and Jamie Lee Curtis are sad because their daughter joined the peace corps and won’t be home for Christmas. They opt to go on a cruise instead of doing the regular Christmas stuff that makes them feel depressed. They let their friends know that they

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Dave gives you the lowdown on the Netflix Christmas offerings this season

Break-In was so bad it was good, this movie was awkward and lacked the heart of a solid holiday special.

This movie gets 1 sticky candy cane wrapper out of 5 candy canes. Definitely skip it.

won’t be doing Christmas this year in order to save money to go on a cruise. Then the entire neighborhood proceeds to bully them and torture them for not participating in Christmas. Everyone comes off as shallow and cruel in this movie and the movie never really turns it around to give you that heartwarming Christmas feeling that we all wait for in act three of any holiday show. Looking deeper into this I found it was based on a John Grisham novel called Skipping Christmas. This has made me morbidly curious if this was some kind of dark horror about a community turning on people when they stop celebrating Christmas, or a weird community with a Christmas cult in it. The movie is played for laughs, but it could just as easily have been played darker and that might have made for a far more interesting movie. Whereas Christmas

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Up next, 2011’s Arthur Christmas, directed by Sarah Smith and Barry Cook, starring James McAcoy, Jim Broadbent and Bill Nighy.

This might just be one of my alltime favourite Christmas movies.

It is fresh, funny, delightful and heartwarming, all in just 97 minutes. The premise is that Santa’s clumsy son Arthur discovers a child was missed during operation Christmas, an operation conducted mostly by Arthur’s older brother Steve with ultra-high tech gizmos and navy seal-style elves. Santa, who is being pushed to retire by Steve, (who wants his job) ignores the issue, as does Steve who says it’s “good enough.” This leaves poor Arthur and an elf from the wrapping division to help save Christmas for this one little girl. The

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movie has spectacular animation and a great soundtrack, but what I love about it is how it tackles the big topics. It looks at family, work, how we can disagree with someone and still love them, and it takes a deep, hard look at what Christmas is really all about. This movie is perfect for the entire family to sit down and enjoy together, but if you don’t have kids, there is plenty there for adults to enjoy too.

This movie gets 5 out of 5 candy canes. The perfect addition to any holiday list!

The Christmas Chronicles Last, but not least we have 2018’s Christmas Chronicles directed by Clay Kaytis and starring Kurt Russell, Darby Camp and Judah Lewis.

What to say about this movie?

It’s campy, but just the right mix of camp and heart to make it a movie that will likely become a classic. A sister and brother have lost faith in Santa after their firefighter father passed away the previous year. Their mother has to work the night shift on Christmas Eve and they awake to meet Santa, as played by Kurt Russell.

This isn’t your ordinary Santa, no this Santa is annoyed that everyone thinks he is fat. This Santa likes to bend the rules and play the blues and, through a wild series of wacky adventures, he and the two kids manage to save Christmas and get some closure about their lost father. This movie has some great music, and plenty of jokes that will keep the adults entertained.

It does, however, go down an odd cul-de-sac in the middle involving CGI elves that are more akin to Pixar’s Minions than anything else. All in all, it is great fun for the entire family and worth with watching.

This movie gets 3.5 out of 4 shiny candy canes.

Well, there you have it folks, your Netflix Christmas rundown.

Whatever your holiday style is, from romance, to comedy to drama, there is something there for everyone. Grab a cup of cider and a gingerbread cookie, cuddle up under a blanket and, from all of us here at What’s Up Yukon, have a safe and happy holiday season.

Dave Blottner has lived with his wife and two children in Whitehorse for 12 years and is an avid movie connoisseur.

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Whitehorse Until Mon Dec 23 12 Days of Christmas Market 12:00 pm Kwanlin Dun Cultural Centre Yukon artisans gather to showcase and sell artwork, crafts, food, and more! Saturday – Wednesday 10am-7pm Thursday & Friday 10am-9pm Until Sun Jan 5 Pop Up Holiday Shoppe 11:00 am Yukon Artists at Work Gallery Support local art, find creative gifrs, mingle and enjoy some hot cider. 867 393 4848 Thu Dec 19 That 70’s Christmas Party 7:00 pm MacBride Museum Ages 13-17, Celebrate the holiday season in retro-style at That 70’s Christmas Party,70’s music, board games, jello molds and cherry cola.

Tickets available in advance at MacBride Museum, and at the door.

Thu Dec 19 C/TFN Christmas Dinner 5:00 pm Nàkwät’à Kų̀ (KDFN’s potlatch house) Dinner and a visit from Santa, call 689-7467 or email marlene.parsons@ctfn.ca to confirm attendance.

Fri Dec 20 Paradise RaveMas 9:00 pm Heart Of Riverdale DJs, dancing and Christmas! Tickets at the door.

Fri Dec 20 & Sat Dec 21 The Problematic Orchestra: Canadiana 7:00 pm Yukon Arts Centre Building on the long-standing solstice tradition, The Problematic Orchestra highlights the holiday season with what is sure to be a remarkable repertoire. Tickets online.

Sat Dec 21 Christmas Themed Trivia Night 6:30 pm Whitehorse Legion Branch 254 Prizes will be awarded. Max of 4 people per team..

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Sun Dec 22 Spruce Bog Boutique The Old Fire Hall Open Mon-Fri 11-7 and Sat-Sunday 10-4. Kids “Make a mug” every Sunday 1-3. 334-6623 Wed Dec 25 Christmas Morning Service 10:00 am Church of the Nazarene Celebrate the Birth of our Saviour in worship and song. Brunch at 10 am and service at 11:00.

Sun Dec 29 Sing with Nakai Pop Up Holiday Choir 7:00 pm The Guild Hall Bring your friends and accomplices, and channel your holiday angst through the joy of singing together!

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Sat Dec 21 Annual Christmas Tree Decoration 2:00 pm Dawson City Meet at Warming Hut on the the Moose Mnt cross-country trails, bring a mug for hot chocolate, and a headlamp! Email admin@katts.ca for more info.

Sat Dec 21 Christmas Boat Parade 6:00 pm Dawson City Visitor Information Centre Festive vessels will take to the streets and parade through town to spread Christmas cheer!

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Wed Dec 18 Christmas Caroling 6:30 pm Skagway Alaska Singing hymns with local musicians and caroling around town. Call 907-9732042 for more information.

Thu Dec 19 Blue Christmas Service 6:30 pm First Presbyterian Church of Skagway All Welcome, a service of understanding and quiet hope. Special service by pastor Ryan Mandeville. Please contact Presbytarian Church for details.

Tue Dec 24 Candlelight Christmas Eve Service 5:30 pm First Presbyterian Church of Skagway Celebrate the coming of Jesus’ Birth with song, readings, and contemplation of what this birth means for our lives and our world.

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Sat Dec 21 Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in Youth Centre 3:00 PM Tr’ondek Hwech’in Youth Centre Sat Dec 21 Womens Volleyball 4:00 PM Robert Service School For more information contact the recreation department recreation@cityofdawson.ca, 993-7400 ext.299 Sat Dec 21 Christmas Boat Parade 6:00 PM Dawson City Visitor Information Centre Festive vessels will take to the streets and parade through town to spread Christmas cheer!

Sat Dec 21 Youth Centre Open Gym 6:15 PM Robert Service School For more information contact the recreation department recreation@cityofdawson.ca, 993-7400 ext.299 Sun Dec 22 Beginner - Mixed Yoga 10:00 AM Soulstice Yoga Studio Learn about what yoga is, how to determine whether yoga is for you. Call 993-3518 for more info.

Sun Dec 22 Under 5 Open Gym 10:30 AM Robert Service School For more information contact the recreation department recreation@cityofdawson.ca, 993-7400 ext.299 Sun Dec 22 St. Paul’s Church Service 10:30 AM St Paul’s Church 867-993-5381 Sun Dec 22 Cricket 4:30 PM Robert Service School For more information contact the recreation department recreation@ cityofdawson.ca, 993-7400 ext.299 Sun Dec 22 Table Tennis 6:30 PM Robert Service School For more information contact the recreation department recreation@ cityofdawson.ca, 993-7400 ext.299 Mon Dec 23 Super Seniors Weights 55+ 11:00 AM Dawson City Fitness Centre Mon Dec 23 Women & Weights (Ladies Only) 12:00 PM Dawson City Fitness Centre Fri Dec 27 Super Seniors Weights 55+ 11:00 AM Dawson City Fitness Centre Fri Dec 27 Women & Weights (Ladies Only) 12:00 PM Dawson City Fitness Centre Fri Dec 27 Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in Youth Centre 3:00 PM Tr’ondek Hwech’in Youth Centre Fri Dec 27 Sam Connolly in the Tavern 6:00 PM Westminster Hotel Fri Dec 27 Film Screening: The Grizzlies 7:30 PM KIAC Klondike Institute of Art & Culture Based on a true story, The Grizzlies is about the determination and resilience of a group of Inuit youth in a small Arctic community. 104 mins Admission by donation.

FARO

Wed Dec 18 Faro Fire Department Meeting 7:00 PM Faro Fire Hall Faro Fire Department Wednesday Meeting.

Thu Dec 19 Parent & Tot Storytime 10:00 AM Faro Community Library For babies to age 4. Stories & crafts will be provided Fri Dec 20 Teen Drop in Gym 7:00 PM Del Van Gorder School Sun Dec 22 Faro Church of Apostles Mass 10:00 AM Church of Apostles Sun Dec 22 Faro Bible Chapel Sunday Service 10:30 AM Faro Bible Chapel with Pastor Ted Baker 994-2442 994-2442 Fri Dec 27 Teen Drop in Gym 7:00 PM Del Van Gorder School

HAINES

Daily Haines Public Library Open Hours: Mon-Wed 11-8 | Fri 10-6 | Sat/Sun 1:304:30| Thurs/Fri Closed #907-766-2545 Mondays and Wednesdays Kids Jujutsu 5:00 pm Chilkat Center For The Arts Wed Dec 18 Aqua Aerobics 8:00 AM Haines Borough Swimming Pool Wed Dec 18 Podcast Club 4:30 PM Haines Borough Public Library Wed Dec 18 Learn How To...Draw Perspectives 6:00 PM Haines Borough Public Library Wed Dec 18 Sword Class 6:30 PM Chilkat Center For The Arts Wed Dec 18 Open Mic Nite 10:00 PM Pioneer Bar Thu Dec 19 Ashtanga Yoga with Melina 9:30 AM Chilkat Center For The Arts Thu Dec 19 Starvin’ Marvin Gardenin’ 12:00 PM Haines Borough Public Library Thu Dec 19 Podcast Club 4:30 PM Haines Borough Public Library Fri Dec 20 Aqua Aerobics 8:00 AM Haines Borough Swimming Pool Fri Dec 20 Board of Directors Meeting 10:00 AM Haines Chamber Of Commerce Fri Dec 20 Tai Chi - Advanced 10:15 AM Chilkat Center For The Arts Fri Dec 20 Story Time 12:00 PM Haines Borough Public Library fohbpl@gmail.com Fri Dec 20 Yoga with Mandy 1:00 PM Chilkat Center For The Arts Fri Dec 20 American Legion Burger Night 6:00 PM American Legion Sat Dec 21 Tai Chi 11:00 AM Chilkat Center For The Arts Sun Dec 22 Sunday Worship 11:00 AM Haines Presbyterian Church Sun Dec 22 Bible Club - Sunday School 12:30 PM Haines Presbyterian Church Mon Dec 23 Aqua Aerobics 8:00 AM Haines Borough Swimming Pool Mon Dec 23 Mother Goose Stories and Songs 11:00 AM Haines Borough Public Library fohbpl@gmail.com Mon Dec 23 Yoga with Mandy 1:00 PM Chilkat Center For The Arts Mon Dec 23 Adults Jujutsu 6:30 PM Chilkat Center For The Arts Fri Dec 27 Aqua Aerobics 8:00 AM Haines Borough Swimming Pool

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Fri Dec 27 Tai Chi - Advanced 10:15 AM Chilkat Center For The Arts Fri Dec 27 Story Time 12:00 PM Haines Borough Public Library fohbpl@gmail.com Fri Dec 27 Yoga with Mandy 1:00 PM Chilkat Center For The Arts Fri Dec 27 American Legion Burger Night 6:00 PM American Legion

secondary end. For more info contact Barb at 996-2508 or by email bbarchen@gmail. com Fri Dec 27 Dinner and Movie Night 5:00 PM Mayo Community Hall And Recreation Centre

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Thu Dec 19 Adult Night at the Youth Centre 7:00 PM Old Crow Community Center Sun Dec 22 St. Luke’s Church Service 11:00 AM St. Luke’s Church 867-993-5381

Wed Dec 18 Seniors - Drop-In and Activities 1:30 PM Haines Junction Seniors Apartments Arts, craft, fitness, pool tournaments, shuffleboard, carpet bowling, and card and board games. Refreshments.

Wed Dec 18 Healthy Families 4:30 PM Haines Junction Crafts and snacks with your little ones, learn what Healthy Families has to offer. Call 667-8788 for more info.

Wed Dec 18 Adult Volleyball 6:30 PM St. Elias Community School Thu Dec 19 Seniors - Carpet Bowling 1:30 PM St Elias Convention Centre All Seniors and Elders welcome!

Thu Dec 19 Chair Yoga For Seniors 3:00 PM Haines Junction Seniors Apartments Thu Dec 19 Women’s Circle 5:30 PM Mun Ku Email elskloppers@gmail.com for more information.

Thu Dec 19 Open Mic 7:30 PM St Elias Convention Centre Thu Dec 19 Adult Soccer 7:30 PM St. Elias Community School Thu Dec 19 Drop In Hockey 7:30 PM Bill Brewster Arena Fri Dec 20 Story Hour 10:00 AM Haines Junction Community Library Sat Dec 21 Beginner Public Skate 10:00 AM Bill Brewster Arena No sticks, no pucks, bring your little ones or just come practice your skills.

Sat Dec 21 Public Skate 12:00 PM Bill Brewster Arena Mon 3-4:30 pm, Wed/Thurs 3:15-4:30 pm, Fri 3-6 pm, Sun Dec 22 Public Skate 5:00 PM Bill Brewster Arena Mon 3-4:30 pm, Wed/Thurs 3:15-4:30 pm, Fri 3-6 pm, Mon Dec 23 Drop In Hockey 7:30 PM Bill Brewster Arena Fri Dec 27 Story Hour 10:00 AM Haines Junction Community Library

LORNE MOUNTAIN

Ongoing LMCC Ice Rink - Night Skating Lorne Mountain Community Centre Flood lights are available between 4 pm and 11: 30 daily. Shared community rink.

Fri Dec 20 Lorne Mountain Ski Club 4:30 PM Lorne Mountain Community Centre Each session will include group activities, games and trail skiing, Call 667-7083 for more information.

Mon Dec 23 Yoga with Jess Sellers 7:00 PM Lorne Mountain Community Centre For more info call 667-7083 or Email lmca@ northwestel.net Fri Dec 27 Lorne Mountain Ski Club 4:30 PM Lorne Mountain Community Centre Each session will include group activities, games and trail skiing, Call 667-7083 for more information.

MARSH LAKE

Wed Dec 18 Open Hours 5:00 PM Marsh Lake Community Centre Wed Dec 18 Pump Fitness 6:30 PM Marsh Lake Community Centre Thu Dec 19 Choir 6:30 PM Marsh Lake Community Centre Sat Dec 21 Bridge club 12:00 PM Marsh Lake Community Centre Sat Dec 21 Knitting Circle 1:00 PM Marsh Lake Community Centre 660-4999 managermarshlake@gmail.com Sun Dec 22 Yukon Christmas Bird Counts - Marsh Lake All are welcome, beginners, feeder-watchers, and seasoned field birders.

Email jimh@yukonbirds.ca or call 668-2639 for more information.

MAYO

Wed Dec 18 Parent & Toddler Playgroup 10:00 AM Mayo Community Hall And Recreation Centre Run, skip, jump, play and socialize with other children and parents.

Fri Dec 20 Pop-Up Sale & Open House 4:00 PM Bedrock Motel & RV Park Fri Dec 20 Dinner and Movie Night 5:00 PM Mayo Community Hall And Recreation Centre Sun Dec 22 Parent & Toddler Playgroup 10:00 AM Mayo Community Hall And Recreation Centre Run, skip, jump, play and socialize with other children and parents.

Sun Dec 22 St. Mary’s Church Service 11:00 AM St Mary’s Church (867)667-7746 Mon Dec 23 Video Yoga Classes 5:15 PM Mayo Curling Arena Yoga Videos are used for leading each class. Bring your own Yoga mat or borrow ours. Drop-ins are welcome.

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Daily, Mondays to Fridays, Mom, Dad & Me Toddler Time 9:00 am Skagway Alaska Appropriate for 2 - 4 yrs. of age & caregiver, Free drop-in.

Call 907-983-2679 for more info.

Wed Dec 18 SpinFlex 6:30 AM Skagway Recreation Centre 30 min. cycling- 25 min. resistance training-must be able to lunge & squat Wed Dec 18 Back & Hip Yoga 10:00 AM Skagway Recreation Centre Wed Dec 18 Group Cycling w/Therese 12:00 PM Skagway Recreation Centre A fun low impact cardiovascular workout with great music that uses endurance, intervals, hills, drills and rythym to burn fat.

Wed Dec 18 Dahl Memorial Clinic Open House 2:00 PM Dahl Memorial Clinic Holiday cheer and refreshments! Come meet the staff and learn more about the visiting providers available in Skagway. Free Wed Dec 18 Group Cycling w/Cindy & Emily 4:45 PM Skagway Recreation Centre Wed Dec 18 Christmas Caroling 6:30 PM Skagway Alaska Singing hymns with local musicians and caroling around town. Call 907-973-2042 for more information.

Thu Dec 19 Mat Pilates 6:30 AM Skagway Recreation Centre Intermediate core based class using classical mat exercises to create long, lean muscles.

Thu Dec 19 Senior Chair Based Weight Training 10:30 AM Skagway Recreation Centre Chair based resistance training program that’s not just for seniors.

Thu Dec 19 Celebrate Recovery Meal & Fellowship Time 5:30 PM First Presbyterian Church of Skagway Celebrate Recovery is a safe place to find community and freedom from the issues that are controlling our lives.

Thu Dec 19 Blue Christmas Service 6:30 PM First Presbyterian Church of Skagway All Welcome, a service of understanding and quiet hope. Special service by pastor Ryan Mandeville. Please contact Presbytarian Church for details.

Thu Dec 19 Basketball For Adults 7:00 PM Skagway Recreation Centre Sat Dec 21 Group Cycling w/Emily 11:00 AM Skagway Recreation Centre Sat Dec 21 Bouncy House Fun Time! 1:00 PM Skagway Recreation Centre A parent or guardian must accompany children 12 and under.

Sun Dec 22 Undo and Renew Gentle Yoga 3:00 PM Skagway Recreation Centre Mon Dec 23 SpinFlex 6:30 AM Skagway Recreation Centre 30 min. cycling- 25 min. resistance training-must be able to lunge & squat Mon Dec 23 Restorative - Yin Yoga ALL Levels 10:00 AM Skagway Recreation Centre Mon Dec 23 Group Cycling w/Therese 12:00 PM Skagway Recreation Centre A fun low impact cardiovascular workout with great music that uses endurance, intervals, hills, drills and rythym to burn fat.

Mon Dec 23 Group Cycling w/Cindy & Emily 4:45 PM Skagway Recreation Centre Mon Dec 23 Acro Jam 6:30 PM Skagway Recreation Centre Playful practice that combines acrobatics and yoga. This is an unstructured class to work on things you would like to improve on or trade Tue Dec 24 Christmas Eve Shop and Snack 10:00 AM Duff’s Backcountry Outfitters Snack, sip, and shop around all the Skagway businesses.

TAGISH

Wed Dec 18 Tagish Library 12:00 PM Tagish Community Centre 399-3418 Wed Dec 18 Coffee and Chat: Tagish Community Centre 1:00 PM Tagish Community Centre A lunch program which will include such things as soup/stew/chili and homemade rolls/bread plus some tasty treats! every Wednesday.

Wed Dec 18 Foot Wellness Clinic 1:30 PM Tagish Community Centre Wed Dec 18 Youth After School Program 4:00 PM Tagish Community Centre Fun, games, snacks, for ages 9+, call 399-3407 for more info. recreation@tagishyukon.org

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Wed Dec 18 Tagish Community Association meeting 7:00 PM Tagish Community Centre Agenda posted at tagish. ca Thu Dec 19 Carpet Bowling 11:15 AM Tagish Community Centre Everyone is invited to come and learn the technical game of Carpet Bowling.

Fri Dec 20 Friday Games Nite 6:00 PM Tagish Community Centre Play all sorts of games from the classics to new games. For all ages, call 399-3407 or email recreation@ tagishyukon.org for more info.

Sat Dec 21 Tagish Library 12:00 PM Tagish Community Centre 399-3418 Sat Dec 21 Youth Night 5:30 PM Tagish Community Centre Fun, games, snacks, for ages 10+, call 399-3407 for more info. recreation@tagishyukon.org Sun Dec 22 Yukon Christmas Bird Counts - Tagish Tagish River Bridge, Day Use Area All are welcome, beginners, feederwatchers, and seasoned field birders. Email shyloh@yukonbirds.ca or call 334-2470 for more information.

Sat Dec 28 Tagish Library 12:00 PM Tagish Community Centre 399-3418 Thu Jan 2 Carpet Bowling 11:15 AM Tagish Community Centre Everyone is invited to come and learn the technical game of Carpet Bowling.

Sat Jan 4 Tagish Library 12:00 PM Tagish Community Centre 399-3418 Sun Jan 5 Tagish Community Church of the Nazarene 4:00 PM Tagish Community Church of the Nazarene 633-4903 tagishcc@gmail.com Wed Jan 8 Tagish Library 12:00 PM Tagish Community Centre 399-3418 Wed Jan 8 Coffee and Chat: Tagish Community Centre 1:00 PM Tagish Community Centre A lunch program which will include such things as soup/stew/chili and homemade rolls/bread plus some tasty treats! every Wednesday.

TESLIN

Wed Dec 18 Seniors Social 10:00 AM Teslin Rec Center Every Wednesday come play cards, drink coffee, chat, and have a good time. Call Kelsey at 335-4250 or email teslinrec@teslin.ca Wed Dec 18 Badminton Nights 7:00 PM Teslin Rec Center Every Thursday, bring your racket or just bring yourself for some swift fun! 335-4250 teslinrec@teslin.ca Fri Dec 20 Girls Club 5:00 PM Teslin Rec Center For grades 7-12, come hang out, games, activities and snacks! Call Kelsy 335-4250 for more information.

Fri Dec 20 Youth Club 8:00 PM Teslin Rec Center For grades 7-12, come hang out, games, activities and snacks! Call Kelsey 335-4250 for more information.

Sat Dec 21 Volleyball 7:00 PM Teslin School Everyone welcome!

Fri Dec 27 Girls Club 5:00 PM Teslin Rec Center For grades 7-12, come hang out, games, activities and snacks! Call Kelsy 335-4250 for more information.

Fri Dec 27 Youth Club 8:00 PM Teslin Rec Center For grades 7-12, come hang out, games, activities and snacks! Call Kelsey 335-4250 for more information.

WATSON LAKE

Daily, Mondays to Fridays Youth Activity Club 3:15 PM Watson Lake Recreation Centre For grades 5-11, come hang out, games, activities and snacks! Call the Rec Centre 536-8023 for more information.

Wed Dec 18 Wellbeing Wednesdays! 6:45 PM Watson Lake Recreation Centre T’ai Chi, Qi gong, Yoga, Mediation. Drop-in rates apply.

Thu Dec 19 Help and Hope Drop in for Moms and Kids 1:00 PM Watson Lake Recreation Centre Crafts and Activities together!

Thu Dec 19 Body Fit 7:00 PM Watson Lake Recreation Centre Contact Meaghan for more information 536-8023 Sat Dec 21 Ladies Time Out Breakfast 8:30 AM Andrea’s Hotel Come out for a relaxing time of inspiration, fun, and encouragement. For more information call Ruth Holt 536-7726 or Ruth Wilkinson at 536-4542” Sun Dec 22 St. John’s Church Service 10:00 AM St. John’s Church Service (867) 536-2932 Mon Dec 23 Help and Hope Drop in for Moms and Kids 1:00 PM Watson Lake Recreation Centre Crafts and Activities together!

Thu Dec 26 Yukon Christmas Bird Counts - Watson Lake Watson Lake All are welcome, beginners, feeder-watchers, and seasoned field birders. Email jskelton@ northwestel.net or call 536-7488 for more information.

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hen I began to walk my dog this morning, I noticed that she had a slight limp and was favouring her right front leg. I thought that it would be better to stay on the level trail and have a somewhat shorter walk than usual. We would only go as far as the big rock. As those words came into my thoughts, a whole scene flashed into my mind. “The Big Rock!”

“Let’s meet at the Big Rock!”

“Don’t tell your little brother!”

“Bring cookies!”

At the end of the short street I grew up on was a field. It stretched from the edge of the subdivision where I lived to the new shopping centre accessed from another road. The other two sides of the field were bounded by a steep, wooded drop to a school yard on one side and the early preparation for the 401 highway on the other.

It was a place of wildness close to home where we were allowed to play unsupervised.

The big rock lay approximately in the centre of this field of rocks and weeds and discarded construction materials. In my memory, the rock was enormous and very unique. One side met the ground in a gradual slope and then rose to a dangerous height on the other side, forming an overhang. The overhang provided a cave-like place that could be turned into a secret hideout, a fort, a house, or even the cabin of a pirate ship.

Scrambling to the top, we had a lookout for enemies (or perhaps parents). We scavenged bits of

scrap wood and rusty pieces of metal to make the walls. This was Canadian Shield country, so the big rock was probably granite. There were shiny bits in it, convincing us that our rock contained treasure.

If not gold, then at least silver.

When we huddled under the overhang inside our walls of rusty tin, we were in a completely different world. There were adventures and games and varying alliances, sometimes fights between factions of neighbourhood kids, depending on the day. We were mostly eight to 10-year-olds. During the summer, as long as we showed up for mealtimes and when the street lights came on, we could pretty much do as we liked.

We hid our bikes in the bushes at the edge of the field so we couldn’t easily be found and also because there were bits of glass and bent nails that could wreck our tires on the winding paths that led to the Big Rock. As the street lights winked on, we reluctantly headed home with dirty hands and faces, scratches and bruises. Forced into the bathtub and then to lay sleepless, on top of sticky sheets in the southern Ontario humidity, I would plan ideas for tomorrow at the Big Rock.

In reality the big rock was significant for only one or two sum-

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m e r s before it became “kid stuff” that was left to little sisters and brothers. When I started high school, the field became just a short cut: across the field, through the shopping centre, then the overpass across the highway to the new high school. I remember in about grade 11 giving the big rock a glance in passing. How had it become so small?

A few years later, returning from university in another city, I saw that the field was being turned into streets and new houses. Traffic was zinging along the 401 high-

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The big rock on Copper Ridge trail

way in the summer evenings. There was no sign of the big rock.

Sometimes I wonder if it was that rock that began my fascination with rocks. Wherever I travel, I pick up rocks that attract me, not as big as “The Big Rock,” of course. They remind me of places and experiences. Our house is full of rocks. At times, rocks of various sizes and colours have been on window sills, in baskets, and even as a centrepiece on the dining room table. I have banished some to adorn the flower beds or join the gravel area that now replaces grass in our front yard. (More rocks.) I have loved the feel of climbing on the rock face of “The Chief”

in Squamish, B.C., where tt feels as if I am hugging the biggest rock imaginable.

As the dog and I reached the big rock that was a landmark on our morning trail, I felt happy that those words had brought up such great memories. After all, they do say that as we age, those distant memories are more accessible at times that what happened yesterday!

Susan Clark is a retired Family Physician who has been living in Whitehorse for the last seven years and has three adult sons and one granddaughter.

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Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays & Sundays, COBRA Self Defense Age 5 - 12 5:00 pm Peak Fitness Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays & Sundays, Kickboxing Age 13+ 7:00 pm Peak Fitness Mondays & Wednesdays, Judo Age 13+ 6:00 pm Peak Fitness Mondays & Wednesdays Ladies COBRA SD 8:00 PM Peak Fitness Tuesday & Thursdays Grappling 6:00 PM Peak Fitness Tuesday & Thursdays Ladies Kickboxing 5:00 PM Peak Fitness Tuesday & Thursdays Muay Thai 7:00 PM Peak Fitness Fridays & Sundays COBRA FS 8:00 PM N60 Peak Fitness Fridays & Sundays Ladies Grappling 6:00 PM Peak Fitness Sundays to Fridays, Kickboxing Age 5 - 12 4:00 pm Peak Fitness Wed Dec 18 Spinning with Penny 4:30 PM Better Bodies Crosstraining Centre A slow, steady workout with an emphasis on hard resistance work.

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Wed Dec 18 Velocity Squad 4:30 PM Biathlon Range Thu Dec 19 Cadet-Biathlon 6:30 PM Biathlon Range Thu Dec 19 Adult Biathlon 6:30 PM Biathlon Range Fri Dec 20 Strong by Zumba with Lynda 6:00 AM Better Bodies Crosstraining Centre Combines high intensity interval training with the science of Synced Music Motivation.

Call 633-5245 for more info.

Fri Dec 20 Golden Horn Judo 3:30 PM Golden Horn Elementary Fri Dec 20 Backcountry Safety Seminar 6:30 PM Midnight Sun Coffee Roasters Guidebook author Claude Vallier and ACMG guide James Minifie discuss general mountain hazards and risk mitigation.

Entry food bank donation.

Sat Dec 21 5+ Hours of Light - Fat Bike Festival 9:00 AM Wolf Creek Campground Come out for all or part of the day. Race solo, or as a team (8 max) Coffee & hot chocolate will be provided.

Sat Dec 21 zFit with Jennifer 10:00 AM Better Bodies Crosstraining Centre Call 633-5245 for more info.

Sat Dec 21 Christmas Blitz Workout 11:00 AM Better Bodies Crosstraining Centre Full body Workout - Call 633-5245 or stop by the front desk to register, attend those Christmas parties with confidence!

Sat Dec 21 Ecstatic Dance 8:00 PM Breath of Life Collective A fun, healing, moving meditation. Come early to stretch and warm up as ambient music plays, then get your groove on with some Reggae/Funk/House. Wear loose clothing and bring water.

Sun Dec 22 Velocity/Pursuit Practice 10:30 AM Biathlon Range Mon Dec 23 Spinning with Penny 4:30 PM Better Bodies Crosstraining Centre A slow, steady workout with an emphasis on hard resistance work.

Call 633-5425 for more info.

Fri Dec 27 Strong by Zumba with Lynda 6:00 AM Better Bodies Crosstraining Centre Combines high intensity interval training with the science of Synced Music Motivation.

Call 633-5245 for more info.

Sat Dec 28 zFit with Jennifer 10:00 AM Better Bodies Crosstraining Centre Call 633-5245 for more info.

Sun Dec 29 Yukon Christmas Bird Counts - Takhini - Labarge Lake Laberge All are welcome, beginners, feeder-watchers, and seasoned field birders. Email cameron.eckert@gmail. com for more information.

Sun Dec 29 Velocity/Pursuit Practice 10:30 AM Biathlon Range Mon Dec 30 Spinning with Penny 4:30 PM Better Bodies Crosstraining Centre A slow, steady workout with an emphasis on hard resistance work.

Call 633-5425 for more info.

Thu Jan 2 Cadet-Biathlon 6:30 PM Biathlon Range Fri Jan 3 Strong by Zumba with Lynda 6:00 AM Better Bodies Crosstraining Centre Combines high intensity interval training with the science of Synced Music Motivation. Call 6335245 for more info.

Sat Jan 4 zFit with Jennifer 10:00 AM Better Bodies Crosstraining Centre Call 633-5245 for more info.

Sat Jan 4 Whitehorse Curling Club Mini Cash Spiel 6:00 PM Whitehorse Curling Club Call 667-2875 or email info@whitehorsecurlingclub.com for more info.

Sun Jan 5 Velocity/Pursuit Practice 10:30 AM Biathlon Range Mon Jan 6 Spinning with Penny 4:30 PM Better Bodies Crosstraining Centre A slow, steady workout with an emphasis on hard resistance work.

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Tue Jan 7 Adult Biathlon 6:30 PM Biathlon Range Tue Jan 7 Whitehorse Rifle Pistol Club 7:00 PM Whitehorse Rifle Pistol Club For more information call 667-6907

Wed Jan 8 Spinning with Penny 4:30 PM Better Bodies Crosstraining Centre A slow, steady workout with an emphasis on hard resistance work.

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Wed Jan 8 Velocity Squad 4:30 PM Biathlon Range Alcoholics Anonymous Wednesdays The Joy Of Living group (OM, NS) 12:00 noon 305 Wood Street -Back Entrance Porter Creek Step meeting (CM) 8:00 PM Our Lady of Victory No Puffin (CM, NS) 8:00 PM 6210 6th Ave Thursdays The Joy Of Living group (OM, NS) 12:00 noon 305 Wood Street -Back Entrance.

Polar Group (OM) 7:30 PM 6210 6th ave.

Fridays The Joy Of Living group (OM, NS) 12:00 noon 305 Wood Street -Back Entrance Yukon Unity Group Meeting 1:30 PM #4 Hospital Road Whitehorse Group (OM, NS) 8:00 PM 305 Wood Street - Back Entrance.

Saturdays Detox Meeting (OM, NS) 1:00 PM, Sara Steel building 609 Steele St., Main Entrance Women’s Meeting (CM, NS) 2:30 PM Whitehorse General Hospital (across from emergency) Hospital Meeting Whitehorse General Hospital (OM NS) 7:00 pm Hospital Board Meeting.

Sundays Detox Meeting (OM NS) 1:00 PM 1:00 PM, Sara Steel building 609 Steele St., Main Entrance Hospital Meeting (OM NS) 7:00 PM Whitehorse General Hospital Mondays The Joy Of Living group (OM, NS) 12:00 noon 305 Wood Street -Back Entrance New Beginnings Group (OM, NS) 8:00 PM 6210 - 6th Ave Tuesdays The Joy Of Living group (OM, NS) 12:00 noon 305 Wood Street -Back Entrance Ugly Duckling Group (OM, NS) 8:00

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WELLNESS EVENT LISTINGS Wed Dec 18 Women & Children Lunch Date 11:30 AM Victoria Faulkner Women’s Centre Delicious Free Lunch for Women & Children Wed Dec 18 Prenatal Luncheon 12:00 PM Skookum Jim Friendship Centre A healthy lunch and an activity for all prenatal mothers and for those with babies up to 12 months old.

Welcomes all pregnant moms-to-be, nursing moms, new dads, expectant dads, wee babes, and family supports.

Wed Dec 18 Drop-in Recovery Group Meetings 2:30 PM Mental Wellness and Substance Use Services Health & Social Services We ask that you be alcohol and drug free during the group meeting. Call for more information.

456-3838 Wed Dec 18 Weight Watchers Informal Meeting 5:30 PM Canada Games Centre All current and former members of Weight Watchers (WW) who want to continue supporting each other while following the WW program.

Meet on the 2nd floor between the bleachers. 8673348033 Wed Dec 18 Beginner + Experience – Level 1 5:30 PM Alpine Bakery An introduction to the fundamentals of yoga including the principles of internal form, breath, and core, Pre-registration appreciated, drop-ins welcome.

393-4440 wallymaltz@mac.com Wed Dec 18 YogaNidra for Seasonal Stress & Wellbeing 7:15 PM Breath of Life Collective 75 minute Candlelight Yoga Nidra class to help ease stress, anxiety and depression this time of year. Admission by donation.

Wed Dec 18 Better Backs Hips & Hams 7:30 PM Alpine Bakery Find out exactly what and where your core is, learn how to breath into and from it, engage it, work from it. To register call or email, drop ins welcome! 393-4440 wallymaltz@mac.com Thu Dec 19 Music, Art, Movement “Find Your Voice” Workshops 2:30 PM Second Opinions Society Free event.

Call Cheryl at 667-2037 for more info.

Thu Dec 19 Mental Health Caregivers Support Group 7:00 PM Mental Wellness and Substance Use Services Health & Social Services A support group for family members and friends of individuals with mental illness. Call for more information. 456-3838 Fri Dec 20 Sally & Sisters Lunch 12:00 PM Whitehorse Food Bank Free Hot Lunch for Women & Children 334-9317 Fri Dec 20 Whitehorse Flu Clinic 1:00 PM Whitehorse Health Centre Are you at risk for serious complications from the flu? Vaccination is your best protection against the flu.

Fri Dec 20 Slow Flow Resto - All Levels 5:30 PM Alpine Bakery All Levels – Stretch, gentle flow + restore. Preregistration appreciated, Drop-ins welcome.

Sat Dec 21 Yin Yoga & Foam Rolling 10:00 AM Rooted Tree Massage & Yoga A gentle, quiet practice suitable for all levels. Foam rollers and/or balls will be used for self-massage & myofascial release. Register online or drop in.

Sat Dec 21 Counselling Drop-In and Short Term Counselling Service

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11:00 AM Mental Health Association Yukon Free Drop-In counselling is offered every Tuesday 11am - 4pm and Saturday from 11am - 3pm. Call 668-6429 for more info.

Sat Dec 21 Red Tara Practice 12:30 PM VajraNorth Everyone welcome. For more info contact 667-6951 (Cheryl Buchan) 633-3715 Sat Dec 21 Solstice Moon Experience 7:00 PM Rooted Tree Massage & Yoga Iantha D. Greer, Hypnotherapist, and Sheila MacLean, blend movement and restorative yoga with spiritual hypnosis. Register online. 334-8599 rootedtreemassage@gmail.com Sat Dec 21 PFLAG Meeting 7:00 PM Yukon College Support for those struggling with sexual orientation and gender identity in themselves or someone they know. Everyone welcome Sun Dec 22 Restorative Yoga 10:30 AM Alpine Bakery Slowing down and opening your body through passive stretching. Drop in any time Sun Dec 22 Overeaters Anonymous Meeting 7:00 PM 509 Hansen Street Contact oayukon@gmail.com for more information Mon Dec 23 Sally & Sisters Lunch 12:00 PM Whitehorse Food Bank Free Hot Lunch for Women & Children 334-9317 Mon Dec 23 Shamata Meditation 5:15 PM White Swan Sanctuary Group meditation all levels welcome Mon Dec 23 Buddhist Meditation Society 5:15 PM White Swan Sanctuary All are welcome!

Fri Dec 27 Sally & Sisters Lunch 12:00 PM Whitehorse Food Bank Free Hot Lunch for Women & Children 334-9317 Fri Dec 27 Whitehorse Flu Clinic 1:00 PM Whitehorse Health Centre Are you at risk for serious complications from the flu? Vaccination is your best protection against the flu.

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Sat Dec 28 Counselling Drop-In and Short Term Counselling Service 11:00 AM Mental Health Association Yukon Free Drop-In counselling is offered every Tuesday 11am - 4pm and Saturday from 11am - 3pm. Call 668-6429 for more info.

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December 18, 2019

On the Other Side of the Coin

Editor’s Note: Murray Martin gives WUY permission to share this poem free of charge every holiday. We wish you a safe and Merry Christmas, and please drive responsibly at all times of the year.

by Murray Martin In the early 1970s my brother was killed shortly before Christmas by a drunk driver. His wife died of cancer two years previously. Now after being killed by a drunk driver, Arnold (Rusty) left behind four children, one of whom was a police officer in the city they lived in, back in Ontario. I sat down and wrote the following poem. It was played over the Orillia, Ontario radio a number of times, just before Christmas for a number of years. In the background was playing Silent Night.

BEFORE YOU TAKE ONE MORE SNORT FOR THE ROAD, I WOULD ASK THAT YOU READ THE FOLLOWING POEM I WROTE IN MEMORY OF MY BROTHER RUSTY. There are shouting joys of laughter in the local pub this night, The closing down of the spot checks have been tied up nice and tight, So drink up my lads and spend your money fast, Let’s toast to the halt of the spot checks, now isn’t that a blast.

Who says I can’t drink and drive, I’ve done it many times, I haven’t had an accident nor have I paid a fine, So I drink a half a dozen, sometimes more or less.

When half cut, who says I’m not driving at my best.

I can drive with the best of them, I’ve done it time and again, I’ll drive right pass that cop and there is not a thing he can do What do you mean, slow down for that corner, I didn’t see no kid, Wh-wh_what was that thump I heard and stop saying I hit a kid.

Stop saying I shouldn’t drank so much, there is no more spot checks to run, So Merry Christmas and drink up, there is still that fifth of rum.

Curse those stupid spot checks, we could only drink a few, We were forced to save our money, what a stupid thing to do.

It meant more money for Christmas and maybe shoes for little Sue, I had to miss the merry making, and well, Sue’s old shoes will do.

We don’t need those spot checks, they spoiled all our fun, So drink up my hardies, those spot checks were so dumb.

Now we can down all we like, the Beer, the Rye, and the Rum.

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An hour past and a knock did come upon the household door, A policeman with hat in hand asked to come in and close the door.

Your little girl was hit by a car and left there in the snow, They say it was a drunken driver, but there is little more we know.

You see, the spot checks are cancelled, and we have no more control.

Hell, now it’s time for closing, but we have nothing to fear, So Merry Christmas and a good old drunk New Year.

The hospital was silent as he walked through the door, He reached out and took the hand that seemed to be growing cold.

I waved to you dear daddy, as I saw your car draw near, I guess you didn’t see me, it’s your merry time of year.

Sure I can drive Harry, I’ve only had a few, A half dozen more or less and stop saying my time is due.

He stood there shocked, as her eyes closed and her little hand grew cold, If only there had been a spot check, he would not have drank so bold.

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