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It‘s been almost six years since Dianne premiered at the Princess Cinema in Waterloo to a curious audiâ€" ence and a number of camâ€" era crews from CKCOâ€"TV. But the question where to start? Once the ideas started flowing, he noticed one thought _ kept _ running through his mind. "Everybody‘s had a first love," said the Waterloo resiâ€" dent and coâ€"owner of Eyelight Creative Marketing Services. At that mor found his premise. Based, in his words, loosely on his own life, Repke created Dianne, a story about first love, a first kiss and what became of it 10 years later. Local filmmaker helps raise funds for Waterloo Optimist Club Since then Repke said CKCOâ€"TV has screened the film many times, as has CFECFâ€"TV in Montreal. Nominated for the Golden Sheaf Award for Best Picture at the 1996 Yorkton Film Festival, the story is based on the character David who, as a 12â€"yearâ€"old, promised young Dianne that even though her family wouldn‘t be returning to Georgian Bay from Quebec ‘Dianne‘ returns The Waterloo Region District School Board invites parents of children born in 1997 and 1998 to register their child(ren) for junior kindergarten and senior kindergarten classes to begin in September, 2002. If your child is attending junior kindergarten, it is not necessary to register your child again Junior and senior kindergarten registration will be held at local public schools from Monday, January 28, 2002 to Friday, February 8, 2002. Please contact your school ahead of time to arrange a specific time for registration, and to receive an information package. The information package includes: * requirements for registration * time and place for registration * an Immunization Information Form If you are not sure which school your child will attend, please call 570â€"0003, ext. 4349. The Waterloo Region District School Board is pleased to welcome young students as they begin learning in our public school system. Empowering lifeâ€"long learners who strive for excellence in a changing world. moment was, he 4 4c ~ ""t hss 111p & s nds i *‘ = e o F6 " .J ‘h e f Pr Tap f ‘ \" ~NRCEZT! | ‘ 6 k ‘ J 11g 4| ( " . | f ‘1 ':’ |'-“'_ ‘ \\\‘; : | \ \ | JeR â€" ,é% mileâ€"â€" . _ > : Phes A., anymore, _ someday he would knock on her door. A decade later, David finds himself alone when his new love Christine hopes for, but does not receive, a marriage _ proposal _ for Christmas. Ron Repke (second from right) sets up a shot during the making of Dianne, an awardâ€" winning drama shot in Kitchenerâ€"Waterloo. The film returns to the Princess Cinema Jan. 24. At the urging of his best friend Steve, the two travel to northern Quebec for a day of skiing, and a chance to find Dianne again. "It‘s a small film, 48 minâ€" utes long," Repke said. "I‘d say it‘s 90210 meets the Wonder Years. "Families, kids and adults have all enjoyed it. It‘s a sweet little film." Now, Repke is hoping to ARTS FOCUS tie that sweet little film into one of his current projects â€" his membership in the Waterloo West Optimist Club. "I don‘t usually join clubs," he said. "But the Optimist Club supports the youth of our neighbourâ€" hoods, which 1 think is a great thing." â€" Repke said the club has many plans in the works, including to build a new skating rink on Waterloo‘s west side. But, he said, every plan takes money, and that‘s something the relatively new club is lacking. "I wanted to come up with some kind of fundraiser WIINER: MAIN FLOOR GUELPH MARKET SQUARE (Kitchener) _ WILLOW WEST MALL 742â€"3228 824â€"7532 MON ~WED. 10â€"6PM, THURS â€"PRI 10.9 PM MONâ€"FRL 10.9 PM SAT. 9 AMâ€"5 PM; SUN. 12â€"5 PM SAT 10â€"6 PM; SUN 12â€"5 PM INVENTORY Clarks K shoes Geronimo Dacks Bandolino Celebrity Romika Where they know feet. physician recommended for orthotic fittings and service. Hurry in for best selection and sizes!! \La SHOE] * Rohde * Rieker *« Doc Marten‘s * Nine West SeLlâ€"O2!f | up to inâ€"~ 50* OFF for the club," Repke said. Enter Dianne. Repke thought it would be a helpful gesture to hold a reâ€"showing of his film at the Princess Cinema â€" its origiâ€" nal venue â€" in support of the Optimist Club of Waterloo West. As an added attraction, Repke has confirmed one of the stars of the film, Trent McMullen, will be in attenâ€" dance the night of the showâ€" And after the film, a lucky audience member â€" will be chosen to be an extra on the show "Nero Wolf" with actors _ Timothy Continued on page 13 The deadline for all nominations for the Kitchenerâ€"Waterloo Arts Awards has been extended until Jan. 31. For the past 13 years, the Kitchenerâ€"Waterloo Arts Awards have been recognizing individuals and orgaâ€" nizations who have made a difference in the commuâ€" nity through their work in the arts. The Kitchenerâ€"Waterloo Arts Awards have estabâ€" lished a tradition of excellence in arts and cultural communities in the Waterloo Region. Local residents can nominate both professional and amateur artists, writers, actors, dancers, and musicians, designers, and directors who have enriched their lives. Nominations will be accepted in the following catâ€" egories: music, performing arts, literacy and visual The Leading Edge Awards are presented to four young artists, 25 years or under, who have shown achievement in writing, performance, music or fine art. The four chosen artists will receive a certificate and a Monetary Award. There is also an open category, for individuals or organizations who have made exceptional contribuâ€" tions to the arts as administrators, volunteers or arts supporters. The jury also selects a recipient in the category of Lifetime Achievement Award and in the category of Corporate Arts Supporter Award. The final award preâ€" sented is a Special Jury Award for which all nominatâ€" ed artists are considered. Nominations should be forwarded no later than Jan. 31 to: Kâ€"W Arts Awards, c/o Recreation & Leisure Services, The City of Waterloo, 100 Regina St. S. Waterloo, ON., N2J 4A8; or fax 747â€"8754. The winners will be announced at the Arts Awards Ceremony and Moveable Feast, April 6 at the Walper Terrace Hotel. Each Award winner, other than the Leading Edge Awards winners, will receive a Denney, the distinctive statuette created by local artist Alan Denney. Deadline extended for Kâ€"W Arts Awards nominations Elizabeth Witmer, NP.P. Kitchenerâ€"Waterloo cordially invites you and your Jamily to jfoin her for a New YVear‘s Open, flouse Sunday, January 27th, 2002 1:00 p.m. â€" 3:00 p.m. Club Willowells 40 Blue Springs Drive, Waterloo RS.V.P. (519) 725â€"3477