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We'll be open until 1:00 p.m. on Christmas Eve (Saturday), and closed on Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year's Day. Otherwise we'll stick to our regular hours of operation through the month. Similarly, the Bookmobile will maintain its regular schedule unless it becomes grounded temporarily by the white stuff we have to expect occasionally at this time of year. -- * * REFERENCE DEPARTMENT We sincerely hope that the Memorial Library has met your information needs and brought you pleasure during this past year. To all our patrons, a Very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from the Board and Staff of the Memorial Library. The Reference Department does not have a Christmas card writing service but we will be happy to provide you with addresses and postal codes from our collection of telephone books from Canada, the United States and London, England. On the consumer information shelves we have reports on toys, small appliances and a variety of consumer items for Christmas giving. For those who like to be ahead of the game, our income tax section is ready and up--to--date for your use. zZ Chief Librarian The holiday season is upon us. This time keep those yearly promises to be creative, delight your friends and family with homemade cards, decorations or gifts. Come to the Library's craft book section for inspiration and ideas. Stir up some childhood memories or cook up some new tradition in your home. We have cookery books from all over the world to help you plan exciting and exotic menus and parties. Spend an evening at home, invite friends over to watch a video or play a game of trivial pursuit. The Library has many games, puzzles and great classic movies for you to borrow. And amongst all the hustle and bustle, don't forget to give yourself a present .... curl up in a quiet corner and read a good book or share a classic Christmas story with a child. GALLERY ·.. watercolour paintings by Vancouver artist Dr. Robert Rennie, an instructor in the mathematics department at Capilano College, will be on display until the end of December. Robert's paintings have been shown in over fifteen galleries in British Columbia and in the Mall Galleries of London, England. He originally painted in oils but in 1978 turned to watercolours to help capture his love for the west coast. .. JOIN US FOR CHRISTMAS MUSIC AND COFFEE 2 4 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 21, to Friday, Dec. 23 - Reception ... artist in attendance: Thursday, December let, 7:3O--83O p.m.