GULF OF GEORGIA CANNERY NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE
November 1 The Cannery closes for the 2004 season.

CHRISTMAS AT THE GULF OF GEORGIA CANNERY GIFT STORE

For your shopping convenience we are open 7 days a week l0:00 to 5:00 p.m. till October 31st.
CHRISTMAS SHOPPING HOURS
Saturday and Sunday 10:00 – 5:00 p.m. December 4th & 5th
Friday Dec. 10th 1:00 – 9:00 p.m., Saturday 11th Santa’s arrival in the afternoon 10:00 – 9:00 p.m. & Sunday December 12th 10:00 – 5:00 p.m.
Saturday & Sunday Dec 18th & 19th 10:00 to 5:00 p.m.
CD/DVD – Tiller’s Folly live concert in Cannery plus footage of tall ships, Irish Dancers, Steveston area and much much more (both $29.00) only available in Steveston at the Cannery Store (available late October)
Beautifully hand painted First Nations Christmas Ornaments

STEVESTON: A SPECTACLE OF LIGHTS

The Village’s Brightest Nights
Join the Christmas celebrations December 10th & 11th Brought to you in Partnership
with: The Historic Fishing Village of Steveston will be celebrating Christmas with a twinkling display of lights. Storefronts, houses and boats will be fully decked and shining brightly – creating anenchanting waterfront Christmas scene for all.

It all begins Friday, December 10th when Moncton Street is set aglow, followed by the dramatic
lighting of a 40-foot Christmas tree at Fisherman’s Park. Village-wide, merry-makers will
entertain late night shoppers, and children will be thrilled to see Santa arrive by fishing boat
Saturday afternoon.

Join the magic. See the lights. Be a part of Steveston’s Brightest Nights.
Friday, December 10th at 6:00 pm Saturday, December 11th
On December 10 at 6:00p.m. the signal cannery whistle to “light up” the town.

• Opening Ceremonies at Fisherman’s Park
• The lighting of the Village
• Late night shopping and dining throughout the Village
• Live entertainment throughout the Village
• All day shopping and dining throughout the Village
• Santa arrives at 2:00 pm
• Live entertainment throughout the afternoon and evening

Businesses and Boats within the Village of Steveston can support the Richmond Hospital Foundation’s fundraising effort, “A Celebration of Lights” by purchasing LED lights from the Steveston Rotary Club. Call Thelma McGolrick 604-312-3209 to order your lights now.

“Please bring a donation for the food bank.”

STEVESTON UNITED CHURCH

Annual Christmas Bazaar, Saturday, November 20, 2004, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. If there is space, please also include: Japanese Food, Chow Mein Luncheon, Silent Auction, Gifts/Crafts, Baked Goods, Country Store, Children's Fun, Raffles. Ph: 604-277-0508

GEOFF PLANT, MLA FOR RICHMOND STEVESTON

On December 11, 2004 1:00 - 3:00 pm will be hosting the 8th Annual Holiday Open House at the Constituency Office. Everyone welcome. Please RSVP, 604-241-8452

STEVESTON BUDDHIST TEMPLE CRAFT FAIR

Creative Giftcraft Fair, Sat., Nov. 20. 10am to 4pm. Bigger this year with more tables! Steveston Buddhist Temple, 4360 Garry Street.

STEVESTON MUSEUM AND POST OFFICE

The Steveston Museum Society would like to remind all businesses and residents about the services they offer. Don’t forget when you are doing your any mailing that you buy your stamps and send your parcels through the Steveston Post Office. The Post Office is run by the Society and all proceeds are used to operate the Museum. SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL MUSEUM.

The Steveston Museum has completed a history exhibit called "STEVESTON RECOLLECTIONS: HISTORY OF A VILLAGE" which is now available online in the Community Memories program of the Virtual Museum of Canada website. It includes 197 pictures and text in a chronology of Steveston from its beginning to the Tall Ships Festival in 2002. It was done entirely by the local museum volunteers for the Canadian Heritage Information Network (CHIN), an agency of the federal Department of Canadian Heritage. Everything you need to know about the village history at your fingertips. (Click Here)

BRITANIA HERITAGE SHIPYARD NHS

Britannia Heritage Shipyard National Historic Site will be hosting a volunteer reception on December 2, 2004 from 6-9PM. Anybody who has volunteered at Britannia in the past year is welcome to attend. Please RSVP to Jamie Purves, 604-718-8043 or jpurves@richmond.ca Britannia Heritage Shipyard National Historic Site (5180 Westwater Drive, Richmond) on Saturdays/Sundays, 12-4pm.

LONDON HERITAGE FARM

NOTE: Tea Room reservations recommended. Dates subject to change.
Visit our Christmas gift shop offering our own blend of London Lady Tea, a unique selection of jams & jellies, London Farm honey, home-baking, chocolate confections, hand-sewn crafts, china, pet treats, stocking stuffers, greeting cards, and other exclusive London Heritage Farm items created by local artisans. Group teas, tours and shopping available during the week by reservation. For Reservations or Information, phone or fax 604-271-5220, email: londonhf@telus.net
VISA, MASTERCARD AND DEBIT CARD ACCEPTED

THE RICHMOND HOSPITAL AUXILIARY THRIFT SHOP

Is located at 3920 Moncton St, in Steveston. On Friday, November 5th, and Saturday, November 6th, we will be holding our biggest event of the year, the Curio Sale. Great treasures to be had at bargain prices! We will have china, glassware, silver, brass, jewellery, old linens, collectible dolls and pictures for sale. The Shop will be open from 9:30 to 3:30. Come early and start your Christmas shopping.

SAVE STEVESTON’S “LITTLE” PARK!

Update: On October 07, 2004 The Richmond Review printed a passionate letter to the editor entitled “Save Austin Harris Park”. As a result the paper sent a reporter to investigate.
www.yourlibrary.ca/community/RichmondReview/ Archive/RR20041007/yourview.html - 16k - 20 Oct 2004

On October 16, 2004 the Review carried the story “Neighbours rally to save 'park'”. By Matthew Hoekstra, Staff Reporter. www.richmondreview.com/portals-code/list.cgi?paper =45 - 37k - 20 Oct 2004

On Monday October 18th council met to discuss the Community Plan Amendment Bylaw concerning the Trites Rd development. As Austin Harris Park is across the street from the development the loss of the park came up as a hot topic. Many thought that appropriate green space was not available for the neighborhood and it prompted a good discussion. Bill McNulty mentioned to council that the neighborhood parks are what we need and that he had directed parks staff to try to figure out how to get Austin Harris for a permanent park. Harold Steves also supported trying to keep Austin Harris Park and Linda Barnes was also very positive.

At the end of the discussion (We were there until 11pm!) council voted to send the OCP plan back for tweaking and they generated a list of things they wanted staff to look at. At one point they almost put Austin Harris specifically into the amendment but later revised it to have staff look at the park/green space issue as a whole. www.city.richmond.bc.ca/council/hearings/2004/ph2004_list.htm

What can you do?
1) Get the word out! Talk to your friends and neighbors Make them aware of the situation. Ask them how they feel about loosing a park. Give them our web address www.austinharrispark.com
2) Write a short letter, fax or email to the mayor and council telling them what you want them to do with Austin Harris Park. Their contacts are: Email: mayorandcouncillors@city.richmond.bc.ca
Fax: 604-278-5139, Phone : 604-276-4123, Address: 6911 No. 3 Road, Richmond, BC, V6Y-2C1
3) Contact info@austinharrispark.com and give us your email address and we will keep you in the loop with updates. And check austinharrispark.com for more information.

RICHMOND INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL

The Community Arts Council of Richmond is pleased to present its 2nd Richmond International Film Festival. Next film presentation on WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 10 at 7:30 pm at the Richmond Centre Famous Players Theatre. Come and see the award-winning film, "Love Me If You Dare" for only $9.00. (Discounted rates available for Community Arts Council members). Door prizes and great films make this "a must" on your monthly calendar. Upcoming films include "The Weeping Camel", "Being Julia", "Wilby Wonderful" and many more. Tickets available at the door or in advance at "Courtyard Galleria" -- #150 - 3500 Moncton Street. For further information call 604-241-2790.