sissiidiaetloms casa itso SRLS, Native culture explored From page 28 to do is add value to a visit,” she added. What started out as a bridge over some spectacular scenery has grown into a whole lot more. Today, in addition to the bridge and the scenery, there is a nature park, a garden, a history centre, a forestry cen- tre, a restaurant and a cloth- ing store. The ‘latest is a carving - house staffed by three natives who, in addition to carving, also put on native dance per- formances. “There’s not too many places you can go, even in this province, where you can experience native culture,” said Stibbard. . Although her trophy case hardly needed _ bolstering, Stibbard said the latest addi- tion nevertheless gave her a event, it was like going to the Academy Awards,” - said Stibbard. “It. was very. excit- ing =... it’s ‘nice to have the - recognition, of your peers in: Will Listen “It was a very wonderful the industry.” But, not being one to rest on her laurels, Stibbard plans to hit the next 13 years run- ning. In addition to the many value-added facilities already in place at the site, she has clothing stores in Victoria, Banff and Moraine Lake (the lake featured on the backs of the old $20 bills), On Nov. I expansion time comes again with the opening of a Robson Street store. Recent expansion plans aside, Stibbard is not about to neglect the bridge that start- ed it all. Stibbard says current annual visits to the facility stand at about 800,000 and she adds, “in the next couple of years we'll get to a mil- lion.” She might be right, after all, the Capilano Suspension Bridge is already a must-see destination for any tourist vis- iting the Lower Mainland. Join us for two events with internationally acclaimed author and parenting expert: - Adele Faber 7 Evening Lecture: Friday, October 18th - 7:30 to 9:30 ~ Tickets: $20 Centennial Theatre: 984-4484 Interactive Parenting Workshop: |. Saturday, October 19th - 9:30a.m. to12:30 Tickets: $29 Centennial Theatre: 984-4484 There will be book sales and signing following both events. oOo ooo o oo g The Shoestring Business Series Now can you learn up-to-the minute skilis quickly and easily? By attending these hands-on evenings, full of information and inspiration. “ You'll pick up a multitude of tips and techniques from both professionals and. small business people who excel at what they do. 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