But apart from these important and worth while activities, the Friends of the Library assist in another way by acting as a com munication link with the community and the Municipal Administration. They help to ensure that the Board is aware of a broad range of views on the library needs of West Vancouver and they can be relied upon to voice concerns if they feel the service or funding for it need a boost. -- ADULT SERVICES IN THE GALLERY ... Photography by West Vancouver artist Ian Rowles will be on display in the gallery from March 1 to March 31. Mr. Rowles's interests are diverse and he photographs any subject which appeals to him. This new collection is outstanding in colour and contrast and bold in content. Reception March 1, 7--9 p.m. attendance. All photographs are for sale. Artist in PEOPLE'S LAW SCHOOL presents "Starting a The instructor will Small Business". discuss the legal and tax consequences of various business structures, guidelines for obtaining capital, purchasing an existing business, resources for small businesses and much more. 7:00 9:00 p.m. Time: Date: Monday, March 21, 1988 Seminar Room Place: Mr. William Murray Instructor: -- They are also a very jolly group and have a good time, as regular attenders of their monthly meetings can attest. Their importance to the Memorial Library is going to grow in the months ahead. Why not consider joining this lively organization? Please pre--register by calling 926--3291, local 311. REFERENCE DEPARTMENT Now that most of you have obtained your T-4 MEET THE AUTHOR ... Readings and conversa tion with Helen Forrester. Mrs. Forrester was born in Cheshire and lived in Liverpool r many years until she married. She has L.ravelled widely in Europe, India, North America and Mexico and has now made her home in Edmonton, Alberta. Her four autobio graphical novels about Liverpool Twopence to Cross the Mersey, Liverpool Miss, By the Waters of Liverpool and Lime Street at Two and her five novels (the latest Yes Mama) have made her well--known and widely read in many countries. -- DID YOU KNOW ... In the English ecclesiastical calendar used until 1752 March was the first month and the legal Called year commenced on the 25th day. Martius by the Romans from the god Mars and Hlyd Monath stormy month from the Anglo Saxon, the month of March has come at last, "with wind and cloud and changing Nesting birds ... wrens, robins, skies". sparrows, blackbirds and rooks, flowering hawthorn, coltsfoot, primrose and elm. March the month beloved by poets and If you are starting a garden gardeners. or watching birds nest we offer a few suggestions from your library. -- slips, it's probably time to think about that annual nightmare of calculating what you owe to or, less likely, should receive from the government. The Reference Depart ment has attempted to make this uncomfort Inquire about able event easier for you. the many income tax guide books we have which can help you discover your exemptions and taxable earnings. Time: 7:00 9:00 p.m. Date: Wednesday, March 09, 1988 Place: Seminar Room -- Coffee served. Please pre--register by calling 926--3291, local 311. 598.2 BARRINGTON, Rupert B27b The Joys of a Garden for your Birds Everything you need to know to attract birds to your garden "gardeners who make provision for birds have little need for pesticides". A practical do--it--yourself conservation.