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We'll have final statistics for 1988 Library activities in time for next month's newsletter. In the meantime we look forward to sharing another busy and exciting year with you in 1989. PEOPLE'S LAW SCHOOL R.R.S.P.'s -- presents a seminar on a consumer guide. The instructor ... -- 683.03 PHILBIN, Tom PHI The Encyclopedia of Hardware C REFERENCE DEPARTMENT Over the holiday season did you become involved with one of the many popular quiz games? Is the source of that quotation still elusive who did write the lyrics for that special melody, when was the first production of the musical, 1929 or 1939 or, are you still trying to remember the words of a particular song? Do not despair, there are guides available in the Reference Department. You may wish to consult one of the following publications: Granger's Poetry Index, Index to Canadian Poetry, Poetry Index Annual, Popular Song Index, Songs of the Theatre, Show Times 1905--1985, Popular Music 1920--1979, The Great Song Thesaurus. -- -- will discuss such topics as who can qualify for an R.R.S.P.; what the contribution limits are; the types of plans available; the benefits and risks of various plans; the tax consequences of purchases and withdrawals; how to choose the best plan for you and much more. Monday, January 16th at 7:00 p.m. Seminar Room Pre--register by calling 926--3291, local 311. Problem solving in minutes by just knowing what you need and that it exists. General hardware, electric hardware and plumbing hardware ... tips on use, complete instructions and how similar products differ from each other. Unskilled or experienced you can save time and frustration with this book. Amazing detail and fun to browse. 741.6 LEW LEWIS, Brian An Introduction to Illustration An informative textual and pictorial guide to the art of illustration. Drawing, painting, airbrush and printing are discussed with examples from estab lished work. Practical applications of illustration in business, fashion, book illustration, science and architecture. An indispensable guide to the student interesting to the professional. -- "Now the New Year reviving old desires." E. Fitzgerald C: ADULT SERVICES IN THE GALLERY ... watercolours by West Vancouver artist Muriel Patricia Clarke will be on display January 3 31. Mrs. Clarke has been teaching art and painting for many years. She has won many awards for her oils, pastels and watercolours. Her paintings are in private collections in South Africa, Chile, Japan, England, Ireland, America and Canada. - plunge into the New Year with enthusiasm and verve ... restore an old hobby, complete a project or start something new. Your Library has excellent resources to support the most unique endeavour. Books, videos, audio tapes the selection is varied and wide. ... -- JANUARY 745.73 CHESHIRE, Jane CHE Country Diary Book of Stencilling An exquisite book and a joy to peruse. Inspired by Edith Holden's Country Diary of an Edwardian Lady. Many alternative methods of stencilling are presented, tips on the use of materials, paint finishes and colour mixing. Ideas on C 391.2 MAC Reception with artist in attendance: Tueaday, January 3rd, 7:30-8:30 p.m. All paintings are for sale. MACINTOSH, Eileen Sewing and Collecting Vintage Fashions An excellent introduction to the selection, repair and reproduction of Where to find pat vintage fashions. terns, fabrics and accessories, how to include touches of old--fashioned style in everyday clothes and a completely annotated resource section. For the collector or the amateur looking for a quick costume! decorating borders, furniture, floors and fabrics. All examples of stencils can be copied and used. 745.926 KOLLATH, Richard Wreaths KOL An elegant idea book for creating wreaths the year round. Imaginative and unusual step--by--step instructions. Fragrance and beauty through the seasons using holly and pine, dried herbs, wild flowers, fresh summer flowers, seashells, candles and silk flowers. Full colour photographs.