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June 2002 LIBRARY NEWS fiFT I fmi June is the month that summer reading clubs kick off every year in the Youth Department This year, the club runs from June 24*" through August 24"'. Sign-up begins on June 10"'. Participation is on a drop-in basis and every child can be as involved as he or she wants to be. Membership and special events are free of charge. THERE ARE THREE CLUBS. The READ-TO-ME CLUB is designed for parents and preschoolers. Make reading together a special event for your young ones. Drop in for weekly stickers, stamps and reading suggestions. Attend the family story times. The TEEN SUMMER READING CLUB is especially geared for teen readers. There are some great teen books around and reading can earn you free stuff and prizes donated by local sponsors. The BOOKED FOR THE SUMMER CLUB is for other school-aged youth. Club members receive a registration package that includes a reading “suitcase, ” a reading record, a bookmark and a schedule of the summer s events. The reading record lets you keep track of the books you read through the summer. You can report to staff about what you loved and what you hated. Certificates will be sent in September to everyone who participates. Bookedfor the Summer Club members who complete the program will receive an achievement medal. Summer reading clubs are supported by local merchants, the Friends of the Library and the Royal Bank. Our thanks to all of them and to all of you who sign up and have fun reading! WEST VANCOUVER MEMORIAL LIBRARY 1950 Marine Drive, West Vancouver, BC,V7V 1J8 Tel: (604) 925-7400 Library Hours: (604) 925-7401 Fax: (604) 925-5933 Website: www.westvanlib.org REFERENCE SERVICES What’s in a Name? What is a killer whale? Technically speaking, killer whales are not whales; they are members of the dolphin (delphinidae) family and the largest member of this family. What makes the killer whale a killer? The killer whale hunts cold-blooded animals, as do other mammals of the cetacea order. However, it differs in that it is the only member of the whale, porpoise and dolphin groups that preys on warm-blooded animals, such as seals, penguins, porpoises, other dolphins, and even some slower-swimming whales. Killer whales have been known to break through thick layers of polar ice in order to force resting seals into the water, thus to be consumed. Early whalers referred to these mammals of the sea as “whale killers,” as they had the unpredictable reputation of killing on a whim; they are, however, highly sophisticated, cooperative hunters. Until 1860, the scientific name for the killer whale was delphinus orca, meaning “demon dolphin.” After that date, the scientific name is orcinus orca, formerly orca gladiator, “gladiator dolphin.” In contrast, the current scientific name, orcinus orca, has generated considerable debate with reference to its meaning. Some say orcinus derives from the Latin orcynus, meaning “a kind of tunny,” as it resembles tunas or it preys on them. Others say it translates as “a kind of whale,” because it looks like one. Still, others claim orcinus, means “of or belonging to the realms of the dead.” Orca has also been translated to mean “devil whale,” as Orcus was the “Roman God of the Underworld.” As opposed to a simple translation, some glossators offer a more symbolic interpretation of this animal as the “bringer of death.” Other names are: whale killer, great killer whale, sea wolf, blackfish, grampus, orca, and orca dolphin. This beast, with 20 pairs or 46 to 50 cone-shaped, 5 cm (2 in) long, interlocking teeth, weighing some 5000 kg (12,000 lbs) and a cruising speed of 48 kph (30 mph) is not quite a whale, but surely a killer, has yet to be named killer dolphin, which is probably what it is. Sources: Illustrated Encyclopedia of Wildlife; Sara & James Heimlich-Boran, Killer Whales; Internet: http://www.geocities.com/kerryn63/facts.htm and http://www.cetacea.org/ orca.htm ADULT SERVICES IN THE GALLERY...June’s art show is titled “Near and Far” and features paintings by Barbara Mathews and Lori Tjorhom. The show includes watercolour, oil, acrylic and pastel paintings and is on display June 1 - 30. Barbara Mathews is a graduate of the Clay and Textiles program at Capilano College. In addition to creating pottery, Barbara continues to explore her life long love of painting. Her paintings use vibrant colours to convey dramatic light. She has previously exhibited at the Ferry Building and Seymour Art Gallery. Lori Tjorhom has experimented with various painting media and now concentrates on painting with oils. The dramatic colours found in Mexico’s natural landscapes inspire much of her work. Lori is a member of the West Vancouver Sketch Club and has received an “honourable mention” award at their Park Royal Exhibit. Reception, artists in attendance, Friday, June 7"', 2002 from 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. AUTHOR VISIT SHARON PROMISLOW ^ The latest ideas of this popular author will be the subject of a book talk and signing to be held at the library on June 3"'*. Sharon will be discussing her new book. Putting out the fire offear: extinguish the burning issues in your life. Worldwide terror and stress are taking their toll on all of us. “Sharon has cut to the heart of how to handle fear and stress in today’s world. You will gain valuable insight into how the brain, body and emotions interact under stress.” - Dr. John Thie, Founder of Touch for Health Sharon spoke to a full house when she last appeared at the library, talking about her earlier book Making the brain body connection. Please join us again for an inspiring evening of talk and refreshments. Date: Monday, June 3, 2002 Time: 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. Place: Peter J. Peters Room