Dear Editor: I am writing in response to the article in your paper titled Dog fines called excessive. If the quotes attributed to North Vancouver City Ald. Stella-Jo Dean are her views on dealing with dogs running loose I suggest that the city appoint a different liaison MAILBOX DOGS RUNNING LOOSE Reader criticizes alderman’s stance to the Animal Welfare Committee. I was particularly angry at her comment that dogs running loosc on their own street should not be picked up. I was bitten by a dog running loose on its own street. I have also had to clean up countless messes left behind by dogs that live on my street. Dogs do not know the difference between a public sidewalk and the property line of their home, In ad- dition, I feel that it does not make for good neighbor relations to be required to register a complaint if the dog messing in my front yard happens to belong to a neighbor. Lastly, I feel that Ald. Dean (as United Church disappoints Dear Editor: Gays have succeeded in collaps- ing one of our last bastions, the church. I oppose changes which legitimize, approve, sanction or encourage any system or group which is not legitimate, desirable or morally sound. This includes gays, criminals and crooked politi- cians. Our children and grandchildren should find the paths of these groups difficult and undesirable to choose, All that is possible should be done to influence their choices in a positive direction. That should be our priority. That should be the church’s priori- ty. The best that should be ex- pected of nondesirables is to be treated civilly so long as they don’t preach their views or actively recruit to their cause, particularly with our youth. We have gone way beyond “consenting adults.’” How much further will we go? — am disap- Foster parents thanked Dear Editor: October 16 tc 22 is Foster Parent Appreciation Week in Canada. On behalf of all the social workers who have children in foster homes on the North Shore, we extend our thanks. Parenting is a difficult job; foster parenting even more so. On. &@ moment's notice, we ask you to open your homes, already busy, to one more, or two, or more. We may know very little about the child. But your doors and hearts are open, whether it be for a day or a year or longer. A special thank you to all children of foster parents for shar- ing your parents’ time, your homes and sometimes your bedrooms. This year has been especially challenging for foster families, social workers and children-in-care as we experienced re-organization. Thanks to ail] of you for your pa- tience during the confusing times. Our appreciation is extended to the B.C. Federation of Foster Parents for their lobbying and commitment to foster parent train- ing and professionalism and for improved services to foster children. In the coming year, we look forward to welcoming many new foster families aboard, and conti- nuing to work with our established homes, without whom we literally could not do our jobs, Thanks again to all our foster families. You are truly ap- preciated. The Howe Sound Resource Team Social Services and Housing do better in school : Give your child or teenager two hours a week at § Sylvan Learning Centre, and soon he'll be mastering 8 the basic learning skills needed for success at school. § Diagnostic Testing * Individualized Instruction # = Personal Attention * State-of-the-Art Learning § Materials * Unique Reward System * Convenient 1 Scheduling. Sylvan Learning Centre programmes now enrolling: i _* Algebra ® Study Skills y « Reading A Math | ee Sylvan Learning Centre° North Vancouver 985-681] # Clear Writing | 201-1217 Lonsdale Ave. pointed in the United Church. Len Birarda North Vancouver [ EUROPEAN FACIAL Cach treatment is designed specially f for you, using only the finest and the purest ingredients. So thin, and natural looking, | SUNTANRING ; 10 Suntan Sessions 7 - Wednesday, October 19, 1988 - North Shore News an elected representative) should remember that fines are needed as a deterrent for dog owners who fail to take responsibility for their pets. C. Shorter North Vancouver CLOSET SHOPS $499 SCULPTURED NAILS 99 $9999 Other Services; waxing, lash tinting, manicure, pedicure & makeup | me Ohez Elfe estnetics ---| #10-636 Glyde Ave. 922-1225 (West Van, Park Royal area) DRAPERIES BY S. LAURSEN CUSTOM DRAPERIES AND VALANCES Labour $6.50 per panel unlined, $7.50 lined, CUSTOM BEDSPREADS AND COVERS Low, low prices on blinds and tracks For FREE Estimates Call 987-2966 Serving the North Shore for 18 years, HOME ENERGY SHOW October 17 to 23rd “You'll Find a House Full of Home !m- provement Ideas". Featuring the Microfur- nace EE, a high- -tech disc heater half the size of a toaster. — coming upi — SAFE HALLOWEEN TIME October 27 4pm-8pm Kids! Visit the Imagination Market — wear a costume & win prizes. -— coming upl— INDOOR FIGURE. SKATING Demonstrations OCTOBER eth & 30th Saturday - Noon, 2 p.m. & 4 Sunday ~ 1 p.m. ‘&3 pm. 1 995 Marine 8 North Yan 980-8561 HOPE: MOH. WED, 936-50 PA, | THURS-3, 6:50-2:00 Pa SAT, 20500 Pl SUM, HODES Ps Feminist Architects: Building for Change Most human environments are designed, built, and managed by men. This has led to the creation of environments that discriminate against women, and a design process that gives little recognition to their changing needs. Speaker Hinda Avery will examine this point in the FREE lecture on Wednesday, October 26 at 7:30 p.m. in the North East Cafeteria. Phone 986-1812 to reserve a seat. Noon Hour Concert For a lunch-time of fine entertainment don’t miss guest artist Audrey Nodwell on cello accompanied by faculty member Linda Falls on piano Tuesday, October 25 from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. in room H113. For more information on the concert series sponsored by the Bachelor of Music Transter | program contact 984-4951. ¥ Computer Training Learn the Basics of Micro- computers in a 12-session course starting October 31, 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. Or for those interested in software, an intensive workshop exploring the basics of MS-Works is offered October 28 to 30. . Call Extension Programs ‘3 and Services at 984-4901. Canada and the Pacific Century Be sure to attend this free lecture with faculty member Dr. Louise May on Wednesday, October 26, 7:30 p.m. in room A117. Seating is limited, so call ; 984-4901 to 9 Pre-reger g Celebrating 20 Years Dr. Penny Le Couteur, a graduate of the University of Auckland and the University of California, was a founding faculty member of Capilano College in 1968. Presently coordinator of the Phsyics, Chemistry, and Geology departments, Dr. Le Couteur is the winner of a national award for community college teaching. She is also a past executive member of the Society for Canadian Women in Science and Technology, and presently on the board of their “Girls in Science’ project. She is co-author of a soon-to-be- published Canadian Grade 12 Chemistry text. CAPILANO COLLEGE " 2055 Purcell Way, North Vancouver é