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N o n a B e i k s , editor "That's not very Christmas - sy." I look d o w n at the image for the cover of this issue. I smile inside and think · is there nothing more synonymous with this season, this holiday, this time of celebration than gift! The cover, Flowers and Rain by J. Carl Yeah. It's not mistletoe. No singing angels. No Holly, holy, or ho ho ho in sight. But it is the one that was presented without asking. A n d I knew, without any doubt, or hesitation that w h a t I held in my hand w o u l d be the cover. Now, that's a gift - I think to myself, especially when you're on deadline and multi-tasking madly badly. Besides, I really like it - bonus! Heywood, one of the most respected print makers working in Canada, is a gift. It is surely J.C. Heywood at his best. By buying this limited edition serigraph, one gives the gift of art, in waves and ripples you may never know, to some one you probably will never know. Through the sale of original prints created by artist patrons, Artists For Kids Trust is building an art education legacy for the children of British Columbia. To contribute or find out more about the Trust, contact 604.903.3797. A r t , in w h a t e v e r s h a p e o r f o r m is a g i f t . " S t i l l . " says dubious designer, "That's not very Christmas - sy. But, maybe, I'll put Forest Evergreen around the border." I wish you many gifts! Captivating Kids Crafts Capilano Mall and Lewiscraft are pleased to offer FREE Kids Crafts. Your little ones will be captivated by the artistic adventures and our great projects are sure to keep them busy! Join us for great craft fun... always on the first Saturday of each month! kids crafts! F i r s t S a t u r d a y of e v e r y m o n t h N o o n - 4 p m / in front of L e w i s c r a f t C a p i l a n o " " " 935 Marine Drive. North V a n c o u v e r / Customer Service: 604-980-8561 Mall 2 November | December