SSSSSEEE55E556 “Page 14 April 1980 Cassiar Courier COMMUNITY CLUB REPOR Since the 1979 General Meeting , the Cassiar Community Ciub has undergone several changes. THE RECREATION CENTRE The Recreation Centre Gymnasium underwent major ren- ovations in February 1979. The new inforced ceiling, and inforced walls were installed and repainted and to date the walls and ceiling have been standing up to the public. New indirect lighting was installed at each end of the gymnas- ium, The Squash Club was in full operation over the 1979 sea- son. A squash court was installed on the existing stage. This made the stage fully operational, due to the fact that the front walls are portable and can be moved for any en- tertainment needing the stage facilities, The squash court was built by a lot of volunteers and the final touches were done by Cassiar Asbestos Corporation. The Rec, Centre kitchen had a refurbishing of new equ- uipment in 1979. All equipment was itemized and locked away, to cut down on pilfering and loss at functions. This equipment is available to all Clubs requesting it. The usual Sports Equipment, and the reclothing of the pool table were kept up over the 1979 season. Much clos- er emphasis on the return of equipment was implemented. THE LOUNGE The stage area at the lounge was moved in order to redir- ect sound from the bar area. The purchase of a new beer fridge along with a service bar complete with a glass wash- er has made for a more efficient work area, An electronic liquor dispenser was installed in order to provide constant controls and faster service, The Coca-Cola Company in- stalled an electronic dispenser at the same time. These two systems combined have resulted in better service, less handling of stock, more constant cost of sales and there- fore better Reotits to the Club. The purchase ‘of a 6ft. T.V. screen and the recently. install ted carpeting, has resulted in giving the lounge a more “comfortable atmosphere. Thirty tables and one hundred and fifty. chairs were ‘purchased in 1979, All the tables have been put to use along with half the chairs. The bal- — ance of the chairs will arrive in Cassiar in early 1980. Entertainment was budgeted for the first time in 1979, and was well attended. The Lounge will have new aluminum windows installed to offer better security and to save on heat loss during the Winter. A complete interior wash and paint job will be done, and exterior lighting around the lounge will be in- stalled. THE SNACK BAR Profit for the Snack Bar was around $3000 for the year, and this was due to better control of labour, and food portions control. An increase in prices and a revamped menu added to the profits as well. The introduction of a ‘Baron O Beef’ on weekends, has led to a higher gross sales, A new deep fryer and. necessary kitchen ware was needed to provide service to.the menu. The gross sales set against the costs determine operating hours. If feasible demand for opening is present, the hours are altered, fe SE SARE SISSIES |S Se) SSS SSeS S558 ECIRO'S PHOTO STUDIO 7715 Malozemoff fRaontianee) Portraits Passpert Pictures Mon. 7:30. B & W Darkroom Finishing =D —~ sc (c Camera Repairs Eat ea Wedding & Special Everts’ ~ Mortifee Munshaw Dealer for Color and Enlargements Films, Cameras & Accessories for sale FESS SESS SSS ESRF STEERS B)5] THE ARENA The Arena had a revamping with a new paint job in the dressing rooms, and lobby entrance. It also saw a Roller Skating program during the Summer months under the sponsorship of the Youth Program. This enabled the facility to be used for almost the full year. A new club was formed - The Figure Skating Club. A com- plete analysis of the Club will be made at the end of the season and the decision as to whether the club can con- tinue will be made. The Arena is budgeted for the final phase of plexiglass in- stallation at the far end of the rink near the Zamboni gar- age. A proper sound system that will enable the announ- cing at games, and provide music for the Figure Skating Club and during public skating is also budgeted. THE THEATRE The second year of operation for the Theatre showed a deficit, and one of the main reasons for a drop in attend- ance, was the fact that Cassiar acquired cable T.V. Other reasons were the furnace problems at the Theatre, that have since been rectified, and the problems with the sound system which has also been fixed. A cutback in nightly showings was made in an attempt to lower operating costs, Matinee showings of regular movies were stopped because of poor attendance. Children’s mat- inees were moved to the Upper Leisure Room of the Rec, Centre because of the very poor attendance. The cost of showing 16mm movies instead of 35mm_ was another factor to be considered, However, attendance is still very poor. : The Theatre is back to six showings a week, on an experi- mental basis, and will be checked very closely to see if the problem lies with the nights that the movies are shown. Suggestions pertaining to types of movies desired by you, _ the member, are welcomed at the Recreation Office or the Theatre Management. . THE SKI HILL The ski hill operation became the responsibility of the Cassiar Community Club in late August and a renovation program of $12,500 resulted in the ski hill opening in mid-December. The renovations were made to meet the standards set by the Minister of Transport and Commun- ications, This money was not budgeted for in 1979, The decision to take over the operations was due to the Ski- Club Executive dropping to one active member, and be- cause of the $84,000 given by Cassiar Asbestos Corporat- ion to purchase the ski hill equipment, it was felt that the Community Club should take over the operation. The monies in the ski club account amounted to $4702 and this was turned over tothe Cassiar Community Club. It will be used to offset any: losses incurred during the 1979- 80 season. THE SPORTS AND RECREATION PARK Thanks to the hard work of the Base Ball Club, the Park took on a new look with the installation of fencing, a new back stop, and dugouts. A donation from Cassiar Asbestos Corporation of the dugouts was appreciated. 718-7345 wo The Rod = HesseeRREEEEG THE SWIMMING POOL The swimming pool program in 1979 was very successful. Final attendance figures were 6500 people entering the pool and using the facility. Because of the problems with the deck surrounding the pool, the C.C.C. swimming staff, and some volunteer lab- ourers, resurfaced the deck at a cost of $3000. This wasn’t _ Provided for in the 1979 budget but was deemed necess- ary due to the former deck being hazardous for swimmers. THE YOUTH CENTRE The youth centre was completely repainted on the outside last summer, It is used for the Ballet group and the Brown-- ies. ANNUAL AUDIT The annual audit of the Cassiar Community Club Books was changed from Clarkson and Gordon to Price Water- house due to the fact that Cassiar Asbestos Corporation changed auditors. The results were that the membership has been able to receive the audited statement for the Club at the “Annual General Meeting; recommendations to the Recreation Office on any problems that can be put into use immediately; as well as a clearer statement. GENERAL NOTE The 1979 year was one of the better years for the club. Areas that were giving problems have been rectified, how- ever there are areas that still have to be worked on. Most of the loose ends of the Club have been tied up and the © results were that the Auditors were impressed win the 1979 results. PROPOSED PLANS FOR 1980 1980 will be the first year of operation that is backed by an operating budget. . SUMMER YOUTH PROJECTS The summer projects for students will be the following: 1) The installation of a car wash behind the arena. The car wash equipment has been donated by Cassiar Asbestos Corporation, and the project will commence as soon as the weather permits. A cement patio with a drainage sys- tem {ocated in the centre, will allow vehicles to be washed with the water from the wash draining into the sewer sys- tem. An area beside the car wash will enable people to wipe down their vehicle, and if monies permit, we will endeavour to purchase a large vacuum cleaner for interior ~ cleaning. - 2) Agrant from the Federal Government for the purpose of acquiring the Youth Grant. This grant becomes effec- tive following the termination of the school year. At the present time, we are awaiting the grant papers from the Government. The grant will cover the cost .of cleaning up around the facilities, setting up a small park around the ski hill, an arts and crafts program in conjunction with the Arts and Crafts Centre; a summer playground program a roller skating program and an outside paling program for the buildings of the Club. PHONE 778-7736 and Reel “EVERYTHING FOR THE FISHERMAN” Rods, Reels, Nets, Lures, Flies, Cases, Gerry Cans Knives, Ice Augers and More ise MONDAY TO FRIDAY. ,11;00 A.M. — 2:00;P.M. 6:00 P.M. — 8:00 P.M. SATURDAY & SUNDAY 11:00 A.M. — 4:00 P.M. ———— — = _ Oe er IT ee ee SK eS FEE Ee “and family welfare is incalculable. Reginald Duke of Cassiar Asbestos Corporation Ltd., Cassiar, British Columbia, has joined the Wise Owl Club of Canada. He won a membership in the Club and a Wise Owl certif- icate because he warded off tragedy in an on-the-job ac- cident. Don Toth, Safety Supervisor, stated that this em- ployee saved his eyes from injury or blindness through conscientious use of safety eye wear. He prevented his accident when: — “He was chipping slag off a 4%" plate of AR plate steel, a chip of slag flew up and hit the right lense-of his safety glasses, saving the sight of his right eye. The slag was still hot.” The Wise Owl Club of Canada is sponsored by the Pre- vention of Blindness Department of the Canadian Nat-- ional Institute for the Blind. Working closely with the Industrial Accident Prevention Association, Toronto, CNIB took over the administration of the former Wise Owl Club of America from the National Society for the ’ Prevention of Blindness, New York. The Society inaug- " urated the Wise Ow! movement in 1947. Membership i in the Wise Owl Club of Canada is made up exclusively oF industrial employees and technical students who have saved one or both eyes by wearing eye protection. What this has meant in terms of production, purchasing power > Today the Wise Owl Club of Canada has 7,928 members in 1506 firms across Canada, — Safety Bingo Awards... CONGRATULATIONS to the following Safety Bingo Winners COLLEEN LECKIE First Line Winner of Game No. 11. She chose a Men’s Digital Watch HENRY WHALEN Second Line Winner. He’ chose a Braun Quick Curl Steam Wand. HALON? oy ex 2B. PME EOE ihrere a wir Iya : Cassiar Courier men 1980 Page 15 Fire Training Seminar THIS SEMINAR WAS HELD THE WEEK OF MARCH 17 - 21. THE SESSIONS WERE WELL ATTENDED BY OVER 300 PEOPLE. TWENTY-FOUR PEOPLE FROM THE TOWN SITE ATTENDED THE DEMONSTRATION ON THE EVENING OF MARCH 19, — Dining by Candlelig ht The normal jovial atmosphere of New Orleans was height- ened recently by the arrival of three bushed mill workers and one run down kitchen help, whom shall remain name- less. They passed under the guise of touring holiday makers, but rumour has it that this was a well planned spying mis- sion for a certain Mr. Periard’s Schmoo Daze Committee, hoping to pick up a few tips from the Mardi Gras (a sort of Sourdough Rendezvous with limited clothing). Phil and Rich thought they had certainly found some- thing new for the outhouse race, only to learn that the sign they had just passed under actually said “Hothouse” and was in fact a well known place of ill repute. Fortunate- ly they managed to beat a hasty retreat. The girls were reluctant to disclose all they had learned on their sortie to the Deep South, but were kind enough to share these recipes with us. The first recipe is a cocktail, which is the speciality of Brennan‘’s Restaurant, one of the most famous creole restaurants. | hear it is fast becoming a winner in Bunk- “house No. 2 also. The second recipe is Eggs Hussar, also one of Brennan's standards. It was greatly appreciated by Ruth and is an - innovation on Eggs Benedict. and is ideal for a Sunday Brunch, followed, of course by strawberries and cream and accompanied by a bottle of champagne. The next dish is Oysters Rockefeller, .a creation of Antoines Restaurant, which came by it’s name because - the patron who just tasted it said he though only Rockefeller was that rich. _For a main course we have Bayou Country Ham with Red Eye gravy, a Louisianna classic. It is generally served with hominy grits and candied yams. Fordessert we have Chocolate Banana Surprise. This was Jane’s favourite, and a very popular dish down Bourbon Street. To finish off-the meal in grand manner, | would suggest Cafe Brulot Diabolique. A flaming brew of coffee and liqueur which one visitor to New Orleans described as tasting the delights of heaven while beholding the terrors of hell. This potent concoction can be sampled at Chez Joel's or William Tell’s in Vancouver, where they serve it under the heading Cafe Diable. Ramos Gin Fizz 2 tsps.fine sugar 1% tsps. lemon juice 1 egg white 2 shots half & half 1 dash vanilla - 1 0z. gin 4 dashes orange flower water ice Crush the ice and place all the ingredients in a liquifier for 3 or 4 mins. Pour into chilled Tom Collins glass. Makes 1 drink. Thé orange flower water is available at Wood- wards Stores. Eggs Hussar 3 this.butter _4slices bacon 4 holland rusks 1 tomato 4 eggs % cup hollandaise sauce y cup marchand de vin sauce, made with garlic, green onions, red wine and chicken stock. Fry bacon in a skillet, remove and place on rusk. Coat with marchand de vin sauce, cut tomato in slices, fry and place on top of the bacon. Place in the oven to keep warm. Poach eggs and place on top of tomatoes, coat with hol- landaise sauce and sprinkle with paprika. Oysters Rockefeller Make a 4 pt.bechemel sauce. Heat a little cooked spinach in butter with 2 crushed cloves of garlic, season with salt and pepper and nutmeg. Line individual gratin dishes with the spinach. Place 4 raw oysters on each, sprinkle with Pernod , coat with bechemel sauce and place in hot oven for 4 - 5 minutes. Bayou Country Ham 2% \b. piece of ham % cup sherry % cup hot mustard 8-12 cloves % cup honey 2 cups of chicory coffee Cut square incisions in the ham fat and stick cloves in these. Mix sherry, mustard and honey into a paste and coat the ham. Bake in a 275 oven, 20-25 mins a Ib. ~ When the ham is cooked remove from roasting pan and ~ deglace the pan with the coffee to make your gravy. An excellent dish after a night on the tiles, guaranteed to settle the stomach and clear the head. Chocolate Banana Surprise 1 ptvanilla ice cream 4 ripe bananas % tsp.cinnamon , 2 tsps.sliced almonds 2 tsps. butter AS 4 % pt. ot chocolate sauce % cup Praline liqueur Melt butter i in saute pan. Slice bananas fegiiwise and add ene cont. on page 16 aa