The Steveston Village Community Website

elcome to the Steveston Village Community Website! As the foremost authority on business and tourism in Steveston BC, we provide a wealth of information on enterprises and activities within historic Steveston. Browse around and have fun!

Celebrating 11 year of service to the Historic Village of Steveston

June 16 - Happy Birthday Vancouver. The Cannery will host an exhibit of renowned maritime artist John Horton's prints celebrating the 250th anniversary of Captain George Vancouver's birthday. Exhibit runs June 16 to August 12.

July 1st - Celebrate Canada Day
Admission to the Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site is Free on Canada Day. If you're coming to Salmon Festival, make sure you take this opportunity to come inside the Gulf of Georgia to see what we have to offer.

July 14 - Strolling Through Steveston's History - A Walking Tour On July 14 join our costumed tour guides on a memorable walking tour along the Steveston waterfront, from the Cannery to Britannia Heritage Shipyard. The heyday of Steveston's fishing industry will be brought to life on this fun and informative walk. The cost is $10 and reservations are required, call 604-664-9009.

THE CANNERY STORE
We're just inside the Cannery doors and open Monday to Saturday 10am to 5 pm and Sunday 11am to 5pm. We have many new items in store: beautifully designed First Nations scarves and unique t-shirts, adult and youth hoodies and much more. Call 604-664-9006.

Rob Hart
Marketing Co-ordinator
Gulf of Georgia Cannery Society
12138 Fourth Avenue
Richmond, BC V7E 3J1
t: 604.664.9134

DO YOU ENJOY MEETING PEOPLE FROM AROUND THE WORLD? Are you proud of your community, and would like to share this with others? If you answered yes, why not volunteer at the Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site!
The non-profit society that runs the Cannery is looking for enthusiastic people to help deliver tours, programming and assist in our gift shop. If you would like to help, call Rob at 604.664.9134 or e-mail gog.info@pc.gc.ca

Rob Hart Marketing Co-ordinator Gulf of Georgia Cannery Society
12138 Fourth Avenue Richmond, BC V7E 3J1 t: 604.664.9134

For the last 4 years, the Richmond Museum Society has sponsored the "Local Historian Award" at the Richmond Heritage Fair. This award is given to a project that highlights an aspect of local history and/or heritage. The winning project is displayed in the museum discovery area for a week and the award recipients receive a certificate and encyclopaedia.

I just thought I would let you all know that this year Tarin Perry and Jeff Stacey from Gilmore Elementary School received the award for their project "Gillnet Fishing" (The award was presented by Mayor Brodie at the awards ceremony on Saturday, May 5 Their project will be displayed in the museum discovery area for a week starting Wednesday, May 23. If you get a chance, please drop by the museum and have a look at their excellent project.

Thanks to all of you who helped with the fifth annual Richmond Regional Heritage Fair - it was a great success and I look forward to organizing an even bigger and better event next year!

Alexandra Weaver
School Programs Coordinator
Richmond Museum & Heritage Services
Tel: 604.247-8334 www.richmondmuseum.ca

WESTWIND PARK - WESTWIND SPRING FAIR & RELAY ON JUNE 2ND- 10am to 3pm
*** WESTWIND PARK TRACK - 175 metres to Go!!!***

The momentum is growing as we get closer to our fundraising goal to build a 450 metre 2 lane circuit track at Westwind Park this summer. With support from local businesses and on-going encouragement, praise and donations received by individuals in the area, this project is being recognized as an important component in establishing a healthy and physically active community.

To raise awareness of the track and to celebrate the spirit of a "Community in Motion" we will be holding a Spring Fair & Relay on June 2nd at Westwind Elementary School (11371 Kingfisher Drive). The fun begins at 10am with a 1 hour relay. Be a part of our track by registering a team of 4 ($5 per team), collect pledges and see how many laps your team can make in an hour. This will be followed by the Fair which will have lots of games, prizes, a cake walk, bouncey castle, live critters, a live fun auction, music and BBQ! All proceeds go towards the building the track.

Relay registration forms and information about the Track project is available at the Westwind School Office or e-mail WestwindTrack@hotmail.com or call 604-668-6497. Join us at the Fair and be a part of our Community in Motion!

Are you a new mom? Are you looking to get back into shape? Do you want to meet other new moms? Then Lulu Island Ladies & Babies is your Solution! Our outdoor classes consist of a Power Walk and body toning exercises using your stroller and your baby. In 60 minutes, you will get a total body workout improving your cardiovascular endurance, your strength and your flexibility. Interested in getting strong and fit and setting a great example for your child, while meeting some great mums in your community then you will want to join us. It's up to you to create the intensity, but we will create the fun!

Our goal at Lulu Island Ladies & Babies is to provide a unique workout that you can do with your baby! Make new friends, get in shape and watch your baby love every moment of it! We all need to get out each day and pump some fresh air into those lungs, in return the rewards are too numerous to count. We are so lucky here in Steveston with the trails, dykes and parks come out and join our group of inspirational mums. We turn the outdoors into a total gym! We also have a great social network in which we plan activities throughout the month for the whole family. Hope to see you soon.

Summer Hours effective May 28, 2007

Steveston Monday & Wednesday - meet on the NE corner of Moncton & No 1Rd at 9:30am
Terra Nova Tuesday & Thursday – meet on NW corner of No 1Rd & Westminster Hwy at 9:30am in front of Starbucks
We are also conducting a learn to run 10km clinic on Tuesday nights at 7:00 in Steveston
For more information! http://www.newparents.meetup.com/294?, or contact us directly Anne-Louise Parry (604) 880-1142 or Susan Enslen @ (604)278-4999

Raising funds for patient services and ALS Research.
Date: Saturday, June 9th - 2007
Time: 8am Check In, - 10am Start
Location: Garry Point Park
For Registration and Pledges visit www.als.ca/walkforals
Contact: Bobby Farr at bfarr@telus.net

The Steveston Museum Society would like to remind all Businesses and residents about the services they offer. Buy your stamps through the Steveston Post Office that the Post Office is run by the Society and all proceeds are used to operate the Museum. SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL MUSEUM.

August 10-12, Richmond and Steveston, BC., hosted by the British Columbia Triumph Registry, Over 100 vintage Triumph sports cars will be on display on Saturday August 11 at Garry Point Park in Steveston between 10am and 3pm. For more information, see the ATDI website at http://www3.telus.net/bc_triumph_registry/atdihome.htm or contact Larry Spouler at 604.272.7250

BRITANNIA HERITAGE SHIPYARDS - PROGRAMS To register, phone 604-276-4300

Industry on the Waterfront
A new exhibit at Britannia Shipyard examines the workings of the shipyard and its role in British Columbia's Industrial heritage. Daily tours are offered. Tuesday to Sunday: 11:30 am, 12:30 pm, 1:30 pm, 2:30 pm, 3:30 pm, 4:30 pm.

Britannia Shipyard Tour Guides
The Britannia Shipyard, National Historic Site is expanding and adding new exhibits. Join us in the excitement! Help history come alive. Be active in the community and meet people from all over the world! Learn the story of Britannia and take visitors on guided tours of the shipyard. Learn about your local history, be close to nature and take advantage of special volunteer privileges! Contact Angela or Brooke at 604-718-8050 today.

Island City by Bike (FREE!!)
Join a guided bike tour and discover some of Richmond's cycling routes (choice of short and long rides). Pre-ride safety check included with refreshments and raffle prizes at the finish. Presented by the Richmond Community Cycling Committee, the City of Richmond and Better Environmentally Sound Transportation (BEST). For details, contact Joan Caravan at 604-276-4035.
BN25000 Sunday, June 3 (9:30 - 2:30 pm)
10+yrs (Children must be accompanied by an adult.)

Laughter Yoga - Summer Solstice
Welcome the longest day of the year in this outdoor Hatha and Laughter Yoga workshop. All levels welcome. Laughter Yoga Coach, Allan O'Meara will partner with Yoga Instructor, Margie Hardy for an evening of fabulous yoga fun. Light refreshments provided. Please bring a mug for yoga tea.
BN24300 Wednesday, June 20 (6:30 - 9 pm)
$20/1 session (18+yrs)

Britannia Heritage Shipyard Guided Tour
The twelve buildings at Britannia Heritage Shipyard National Historic Site tell many stories about the Chinese, European, First Nations and Japanese workers at the Britannia Cannery and Shipyard.
BN27000 Friday, June 8 (1 - 2:30 pm)
$3/1 session (55+yrs)

Being Green with Science World - Aberdeen Centre (FREE)
Join Science World staff for hands-on activities and challenges. Explore some keys concerns our planet faces every day. Discuss questions about the environment and discover some of the small things we can do to help.
BN25100 Sunday, May 6 (1:30-4:30 pm)
BN25150 Sunday, May 27 (1:30-4:30 pm)
All Ages (Children must be accompanied by an adult.)

SUMMER PROGRAMS
Richmond Maritime Festival (FREE!!)
Maritime fun for the whole family. Featuring boats for your viewing pleasure, maritime displays, demonstrations, activities on the off the water. Volunteers are needed to help plan this fun event or help during the event. Phone Angela Soon at (604) 718-8037 to find out how much fun it is to volunteer at Britannia Shipyard.
Friday, August 17 (12 - 4 pm)
Saturday and Sunday, August 18 and 19 (10 am - 4 pm)

THE COMMUNITY ARTS COUNCIL OF RICHMOND - THE KIDDING AROUND EXHIBITION CONTINUES

Presented by the Community Arts Council of Richmond and held at the COURTYARD GALLERIA, #150 – 3500 Moncton St. Steveston. B.C. This is an exhibition of juried work all created with children in mind.

The exhibition continues until June 15 2007, daily 10 – 5 p.m. no admission is charged.
The COURTYARD GALLERIA also offers an eclectic collection of juried work by local artists in a variety of mediums.

Whether you are looking for a painting, piece of pottery, hand crafted jewelry, fabric art, glassware and more, including our large selection of hand crafted cards, you will find beautiful work at affordable prices. By making a purchase here you help to support local artists and artisans while owning a one of a kind piece.

Beginning in JUNE stop by and see some of the local artists at work outside, weather permitting, in the courtyard. They will be there selling their work and creating as well, so stop and see the ARTISTS AT WORK, weekends only.
DON’T MISS IT!!!

Is seeking volunteers for its Crisis Line. Learn effective communication skills, give back to your community, make a difference. Training starts mid-January. Call 604-279-7077 for more information.

Located at 3920 Moncton St., raises money for the hospital – for the purchase of much needed equipment and to pay for the continuing support of the recreational needs of the residents of the Minoru Residence and Lions Manor. The Thrift Shop is run ENTIRELY BY VOLUNTEERS.

Each day new and interesting items come into the store, thanks to the generous donations from the people of Richmond. One never knows what treasures await our customers.

We are in need of volunteers. If you would like to help out at the Thrift Shop and give back to the community please phone Jan Halliday at 604-244-5176. Our Curio Sale for the will be on Nov.2, 3 & 4th, 2007.

New Hours of Operation:
Open 7 days a week: 9:00am - 5:00pm*
Closed on Statuary Holidays, except July 1st
*Pending Officer Availability

Catch of the Day at Fisherman’s Wharf is now online. Consumers can view available seafood daily in the below box. Sellers at the Sales Float, can call in their Catch at (604) 272-5539. (Editor note: Thanks to the newsletter sent to me by www.savvyinsider.ca, I was able to catch this information so people can call or visit them instead of calling me!! – Sue Girling)

Will offer LEAD Program for Immigrant Women from Tuesday, September 18, 2007. This program will take place every Tuesdays and Thursdays afternoon (12:30pm - 2:30pm) for 3 months.

The goal of LEAD is to assist immigrant women to gain confidence in their ability to participate in an English-speaking Canadian context and to become involved in the community in a way which is meaningful and relevant to them. The program is open to immigrant women who wish to share their experiences with other women as they grow and learn together. You need to have enough English to take part in group discussion.

If you and / or your friends are interested to attend this program, please come to an orientation session on Tuesday, September 11 from 12:30 pm at the Richmond Caring Place Room 340.

More information, please contact Yoshimi at (604) 279-7160 or yoshimi@rmcs.bc.ca.

"Ikebana Art (Japanese Flower Arrangement)" Club.
This club gets together on first Wednesday of every month (except August) and next meeting will be on nest Wednesday, June 6, 2007 from 1:30pm to 3pm at the Richmond Caring Place Room 345/50. And registration is required to join this club. For more information or registration, please call Vania at 604-318-5435 or Yoshimi at 604-279-7160. Thank you and look forward to seeing you on June 6!

25% OFF EVERYTHING Sale
Art Limited edition, signed prints by :
- Richard Sloan - Triple Threat #255/1200 framed w/cert. $600.00
- Seerey-Lester - The Gathering - Gray Wolves $250.00
- Canyon Creek #436/950 framed w/cert. $800.00
- Winter Rendezvous - Coyotes $200.00
- Gry Falcon - Icy Outcrop #739/950 framed $300.00
- Morning Mist - Snowy Owl #692/950 framed $350.00
- Morning Mist - Snowy Owl #693/950 $250.00
- Cottonwood Gold - Baltimore Oriole $150.00
- Cool Retreat - Lynx #781/950 $200.00
- Close Encounter - Bobcat #613/950 $200.00

- Sue Coleman - Heron #288/350 $200.00
- Liz Lesperance - Winging Westward #704/790 framed $900.00

- R. S. Parker - Whitetail and Wolves A.P. #41/56 $ 300.00
- Icy Creek - Mink #95/950 $150.00
- Morning On The Lagoon - Mute Swan #835/950 $250.00
- Leonette Ford - Shallow Bay at Sucia #72/500 framed $200.00

- Robert Bateman - Descending Shadows #7826/8659 framed w/cert. $700.00
- Cardinal in Apple Tree #1795/12,183 framed $300.00
- Path of the Panther #490/1950 framed w/cert $1200.00
- Path of the Panther #496/1950 w/cert $900.00

Pick up or local delivery available.
Call Ken @ 604 271-4462 for viewing appointments

RENOVATING AND WE HAVE LEFTOVERS, price reduced: call in Steveston 604-275-9452 for viewing
1. 600 sq. ft. Honey Oak, prefinished Elka Solid hardwood, mixed lengths, in original unopened boxes, acclimatized and ready to install. $1800. OBO
2. Closet mirrors x 3 panels. Each panel is 78" high(+1.5-2" allowance for tracking) x 42.5 wide. Panels will fill an opening up to 10' and come complete with top and bottom track and valance in gold tone. Excellent condition. We have just put in solid hardwood and now doors are too high to fit. $150 OBO