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Last year the Friends handed a cheque for $21,000 to the chairman of the fundraising campaign for the building expansion. Later on they set themselves the goal of raising $20,000 towards the cost of a new bookmobile, and they are about to make good on that pledge. We like to brag that West Van citizens borrow more books per capita than any other group in Canada and that we have the nicest library. Certainly the latest community survey suggests that most of you are very satisfied with the service. Well, the Friends of the Library are a big part of what sets this library apart. Their information brochures are on display around the Duilding. Why not pick one up and become part of this vibrant successful group? REFERENCE DEPARTMENT The Occupational Infomation monograph series, published by the University of Toronto Guidance Centre, is available in the Reference Department. They are arranged in a binder alphabetically by occupation titles. Each monograph describes the nature and conditions of the work, qualifications and preparation needed for the occupation, as well as a salary range. Where possible a list of related books and associations is provided. The monographs are updated on a regular basis. The Writers Directory, 1992-94 has just been received by the Reference Department. This directory lists more than 17,000 living writers, novelists, dramatists and poets from Canada, Australia, Ireland, New Zealand, South Africa, Great Britain and the United States. Listed are writers' publications, subject categories, addresses, current and past appointments. ADULT SERVICES IN THE GALLERY.......to celebrate Heritage Month the Reference Department will present a selection of historical photographs of West Vancouver from the Library's archives. The exhibition will be on display from February 3 to 28. March oils by Robert Florian. February or .Sun Month ... Valentine's Day and the prelude to Spring ... we offer a few suggestions to help fulfill the springtime urge to set out a new garden, to transform the home with paint or paper or to celebrate Valentine's day with a romantic dinner or a hand-made card. (641.561 KIR) KIRSCHBAUM, GABRIELLE Romantic Meals for Lovers Tempting recipes and light- hearted ideas for a midnight supper, champagne breakfast or lunch in the rain. (745.594 KIT) KITAGAWA, YOSHIKO Creative Cards Use a finely textured Japanese paper and send your Valentine a message tied to a nosegay or single flower. (745.92 CRO) CROCKER, BETTY Betty Crocker's Book of Flowers Create natural floral arrange- ments with the help of this superbly illustrated book. (635.9 GAR) A Garden For All Seasons Full colour photographs, classical and common name references and beautiful botanical illustrations. Inspiration for a year of garden beauty. (635.986 ERN) ERNST, RUTH The Movable Garden A flexible way to enjoy favourite plants and flowers year round. Eighty varieties suitable for container gardening plus all the details to care for each specific plant. (698 INN) INNES, JCCASTA Exterior Details Covers every aspect of exterior decoration. Treatment and textures from the largest surface to the smallest detail including doorbells, name plates, fences and post boxes. (747 CHA) CHAMBERS, KAREN TROMPE L'OEIL AT HOME: Faux Finishes And Fantasy Settings Ingenious techniques to transform walls, floors, moldings and furniture through TROMPE L'OEIL murals, paintings, fabrics or painted faux finishes. (747.213 MAN) MANROE, CANDACE 0. Shaker Style: The Gift of Simplicity Simple and beautiful ... architecture, furniture and crafts. Includes recipes and projects as well as superb photographs and descriptions of this elegant style.