WHAT'S HAPPENING IN MARCH... Keep the kids busy during spring break with RMOW's March Madness camps, or get inspired by the Paralympians in one of the numerous World Cups this month. Check out the Wild at Art Festival in Squamish, great shows, inspiring lectures and other great goings on highlighted below. As always, it's a good idea to call to confirm events as times and dates may change. March 2009 S M T W T F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 click on a date to see what's up this month!

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PAWWWREFFIC PET CATERERS Not enough time to give Fido the walk he deserves? Professional dog walking and pet sitting by an experienced 14 year Whistler resident. Choice of morning or afternoon walks, $20 per dog for 2 hours pick-up and drop off. Pet sitting also available - your house or mine. Call Lee at 604-698-7151 or email woowooleelee@yahoo.ca

EXPRESSIONS ART STUDIO Creative fun! Do your own: jewelry, mugs, plates, masks, snowboards and a lot more! Get 25% off the firing fee any weekday in March! More Info

Ted Outerbridge: The Master of Illusion with Zelda the Psychic Chicken! In Magical Moments in Time, comedy meets mind-bending illusions, making for a uniquely bewitching and hilarious evening of entertainment of magic, dance and theatre for the whole family. This world-class illusion show has played to sold-out houses and standing ovations across Canada and in Europe. More Info Date: February 28   Time: 8pm   Ages: All Ages

WHISTLER KIDS NATURE CLUB For kids aged 4-12 interested in learning about the environment and Whistler's natural surroundings. Last Saturday of every month at the Whistler Library - kids must be accompanied by an adult. This week: You and your children are invited to come out and have fun learning about alternate Energy sources and Energy conservation! More Info Date: February 28   Time: 10-11:30am   Ages: 6-12

CROSS COUNTRY PUBLIC DEMO DAY: Whistler Olympic Park Join us as the suppliers of cross-country ski equipment including Rossignol, Salomon, Fischer, Atomic bring the latest ski equipment for you to try out 10:00am to 4:00pm. Equipment demos are all free of charge. More Info Date: February 28   Time: 10am-4pm   Ages: All Ages

DISCO SKATE The lights are dimmed and our spectacular light show will take you back to the days of roller-skating as the arena is filled with the sounds of Disco classics. These magical sessions are open to skaters of all ages. Last Saturday of every month More Info Date: February 28   Time: 6:30-8:00PM   Ages: All Ages

Ready, Set, Learn at Spring Creek Come out and meet some of the community service providers that support children 0-6 years & families! Parents can access information on the ages and stages in early childhood development, play and learning activities, as well as great ideas to help prepare your child for kindergarten. More Info Date: March 3   Time: 3:30-5:30pm   Ages: 0-6years

RAISING A BALANCED CHILD IN AN UNBALANCED WORLD How can we raise children who are able to say no to drugs, peer pressure; children who know themselves deeply, are connected to their thoughts, resilient against depression and suicide? Eugene Schwartz is hosting a lecture at the Rainbow Theatre. Admission by donation. Info: 932-1885 More Info Date: March 2   Time: 7:30pm   Ages: All Ages

IPC Cross-Country Skiing and Biathlon World Cup Final Paralympic athletes test their mettle at Whistler Olympic Park March 4-7. This extremely competitive event is a great precursor to the 2010 Paralympic Games. More Info Date: March 4-7   Time: all day   Ages: All Ages

WHISTLER NORDICS TWOONIE RACE The last Nordic Twoonie race of the season will take place on March 5th at Lost Lake. This is a fun, participation event for all the family. Details will be posted in the local press and on the club's website: www.whistlernordics.com More Info Date: March 5   Time:    Ages:

GUYS & DOLLS Come and join the exuberant Whistler Secondary School Drama Club as they present this year's musical - 'Guys & Dolls'. Lots of dancing, lots of singing, lots of fun! Shows are March 6,7,8 at 7:30 pm at Millennium Place. More Info Date: March 6-8  Time: 7:30pm   Ages: All Ages

WHISTLER ADAPTIVE Ski-a-thon Fundraiser Break out those skinny skis and help raise some funds for the Whistler Adaptive Sports Program. See some spectacular sport the final day of the IPC Nordic World Cup. A family friendly event - discounted ski rentals and other great deals. More Info Date: March 7   Time: from 8:45am   Ages: All Ages

WILD AT ART FESTIVAL: Squamish Tons of great family events at Squamish's Wild At Art Festival March 6-15. Squamish Youthfest, Family Fun Day at the Westcoast Railway Museum, Roaming Mystery Buskers plus lots of great workshops for children and youth. More Info Date: March 6-15   Time: All Day   Ages: All Ages

WHISTLER FAMILY DAYS at the Core All day, free admission to classes and fitness for teenagers if parents workout, 50% off the kids zone, rental equipment included on any drop-in climbing and before noon 30% off a guided session. More Info Date: March 8   Time: all day   Ages: All Ages

How to Look & Feel Beautiful Inside and Out Dr. Mitra Ray will be in Whistler on Monday March 9th giving her seminar called "How to Look & Feel Beautiful Inside and Out" and will be promoting her new book called "Do You Have the Guts to be Beautiful?" This is a FREE Educational seminar about health, wellness and nutrition. Perfect information for all of the family. More Info Date: March 9   Time: 7:30-8:30   Ages: All Ages

THRIVING ON A FAMILY BUDGET: Squamish Thriving on a family budget is FREE information session for individuals and couples interested in learning more about creating their financial plan around their family vision and values. More Info Date: March 9   Time: 7-8pm   Ages: All Ages

WHISTLER LIBRARY FAMILY GAMES NIGHT Come and join us for a free evening of fun and board games!! Ages 16 and up. Games Night will take place every second Monday of the month: December 8th, January 12th, February 9th, and March 9th. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library More Info Date: March 9   Time: 7-9pm   Ages: 16+

IPC Alpine Skiing World Cup Finals See the world's top Paralympic alpine skiers in their last competition of the season. About 100 athletes from 16 countries compete in downhill, super-G, super-combined, giant slalom and slalom races in three different classes: standing, sitting and visually impaired. More Info Date: March 9-14   Time: all day   Ages: All Ages

IBU Biathlon World Cup See the world's top Paralympic alpine skiers in their last competition of the season. About 100 A European favourite, biathlon combines cross-country skiing with rifle target shooting. This event takes place at Whistler Olympic Park and features the top athletes in the sport vying for World Cup gold. More Info Date: March 11-15   Time: all day   Ages: All Ages

LE VENT DU NORD Le Vent du Nord has crowds dancing to the sound of fiddle and hurdy-gurdy, using an original repertoire. Their music is both fresh and bound to tradition. One of the group's strengths is their stage presence: energetic, dynamic, generous and in touch with the audience. Le Vent du Nord is a QuÈbÈcois phenomenon. At Millennium Place. More Info Date: March 12   Time: 8pm   Ages: All Ages

DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY DAY CAMP Spring Break 2009 Digital Photography Day Camp! The BC Museum of Mining and local photographer Cindy Cardiff are running a camp for under 16s to help develop their photography skills. More Info Date: March 16   Time: 9:30 am - 3:30 pm   Ages: Under 16

March Madness Day Camp for Kids Just what your child needs for a fun filled spring break. Games, crafts, sports and outings will keep your child entertained. Child must have completed kindergarten to participate. Daily, March 16-20. More Info Date: March 16-20   Time: 8:30-5:30pm   Ages: 6-12 years

Whistler Reads March Discussion: THE RELUCTANT FUNDAMENTALIST Join Whistler Reads as they discuss 'The Reluctant Fundamentalist' by Mohsin Hamid. Meeting at the Nita Lake Lodge. Tickets $10 ($15 at the door) and your first glass of wine is free. More Info Date: March 19   Time: 7:30pm   Ages:

WHISTLER KIDS NATURE CLUB For kids aged 4-12 interested in learning about the environment and Whistler's natural surroundings. Last Saturday of every month at the Whistler Library - kids must be accompanied by an adult. More Info Date: March 28   Time: 10-11:30am   Ages: 4-12

DISCO SKATE The lights are dimmed and our spectacular light show will take you back to the days of roller-skating as the arena is filled with the sounds of Disco classics. These magical sessions are open to skaters of all ages. Last Saturday of every month More Info Date: March 28   Time: 6:30-8:00PM   Ages: All Ages