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 years of service to the Historic Village of Steveston

OPEN FOR THE SEASON – What’s A Float Exhibition - What's Afloat: Boats on the Fraser River a fascinating new exhibit opening at the Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site on May 2. If you've ever wondered about the myriad of different boats on the river, and what they all do, this exhibit will answer your questions! Visitors will also have a chance to buy the boat spotter's guide that goes along with the Exhibit. In addition the Cannery will be alive this summer as Joe Kovacs, along with interpreters and volunteers, builds an all-wood lapstrake skiff.

This is a summer long, major project that will introduce our visitors to traditional techniques that were used in Steveston’s wooden fish boat building industry. This is a great project to volunteer on and learn/demonstrate your wood working skills.

Salmon Return May 2 to 31. Inspired by the life cycle of the salmon and the massive structure of the Gulf of Georgia, "Salmon Return" finds new niches for art throughout the Cannery. EarthArts is a collective collaborative of local professional artists dedicated to developing artwork that speaks to the human/nature relationship. Each EarthArts member has a significant background as a professional artist creating innovative work.

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

Fridays in July and August: Music at the Cannery

Looking forward to seeing you all for a exciting and entertaining 2009 Season.
Inquiries please phone 604-664-9006
www.gulfofgeorgiacannery.com

Gulf of Georgia Cannery
National Historic Site of Canada
NEW WILD B.C. FISH PRODUCTS
Wild B.C. Frozen LOX-SOCKEYE – 1 lb.$15.00
B.C. Frozen WILD SALMON CANDY – ½lb. $12.00
CANNED
Pacific Oysters
Swimming Scallops
Smoked Sockeye Salmon
Smoke Tuna
Sockeye Salmon
Salmon, Crab & Lobster Paté
Located just inside the Gulf of Georgia Cannery
Glass Doors

Richmond's traditional connections with the sea will be celebrated with a classic wooden boat show, sea shanties and much more at the 6th Annual Richmond Maritime Festival from Friday, August 21 to Sunday, August 23, 2009 at the Britannia Shipyard National Historic Site.

The whole family can enjoy the live performances of sea songs and shanties, participate in hands-on demonstrations and row the "Juanita" which is a replica of an 18 century of a Spanish long boat.. There will be a variety of maritime exhibits and demonstrations, such as knot tying, rope making, and caulking board activity. Children can enjoy fish printing, model boat building, face painting and the Port Metro Vancouver's Captain's Challenge Scavenger Hunt. Many boats will be at the docks of the shipyard, including historic fishing boats and classic power and sail boats.

The festival runs from noon to 5 p.m. on Friday, August 21; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, August 22 and Sunday, August 23, 2009 at the Britannia Heritage Shipyard, located in Steveston at 5180 Westwater Drive. The festival is sponsored by the Port Metro Vancouver, Britannia Shipyard, and M & M Meats.

For more information about the Richmond Maritime Festival, visit www.richmond.ca/britannia, call 604-718-8050 or email britannia@richmond.ca
Britannia Shipyards, National Historic Site
5180 Westwater Drive,
Richmond, BC, V7E 6P3
604-718-8050

Our shop is run entirely by volunteers. Thanks to our customers and generous donations we once again are able to purchase much needed equipment for the Richmond Hospital and provide support to Minoru Residence and Lions Manor.

We are always in need of donations. We take gently used clothing, household goods, books and small pieces of furniture. If you are spring cleaning or down sizing please think of us as the ultimate recycler.
We are open Monday through Saturday, from 10 am to 3 pm. We have an ever-changing stock of gently used clothing and household goods

The store is located in the restored heritage church building, 3731 Chatham Street at the corner of Chatham and Second Ave in Steveston.

Support Your Hospital Today

IRWIN BARKER & FRIENDS:

FIGHTING CANCER WITH COMEDY

SATURDAY, JUNE 13, 2009

For the second year, River Rock Casino Resort will be presenting “Irwin Barker & Friends: Fighting Cancer With Comedy” … a hilarious evening of stand-up with all proceeds going to the Richmond Hospital Foundation. Irwin Barker is a Gemini nominated comedy writer and performer who is well known in the Vancouver comedy scene. He is currently a staff writer on CBC’s award-winning Rick Mercer Report. Prior to that, he spent several years as a writer for CBC’s This Hour Has 22 Minutes.

In June 2007, Irwin was diagnosed with leiomyosarcoma, a rare type of terminal cancer. Since then, he has been actively involved as an inspirational speaker on how he has used humour as a vital coping mechanism in his personal fight against cancer. In Irwin’s own words, “Cancer has my body but not my spirit and I’ll continue to make jokes … not so much about cancer but in spite of it.”

Proceeds from the event will go towards the Richmond Hospital Foundation’s $4 million MRI Campaign. “Our new MRI will start seeing patients this fall. This unique “open” machine is the only public one of its kind in BC”. says Lisa Westermark, Executive Director of the Richmond Hospital Foundation. Together we are reducing wait times, improving access and allowing for consultation between radiologists and specialists. The show will also feature comedians from across Canada including local comic Graham Clark who can currently be seen on Citytv’s The CityNews List, triple Gemini winner Tim Steeves and Toronto’s own Tim Rykert who recently toured throughout North America as the opening act for Michael Bublé along with a few surprise guests.

BUY YOUR TICKETS TODAY!
DOORS: 7:00 PM SHOW: 8:00 PM
River Rock Show Theatre - Cabaret Seating
Ages 19 years and over

Carleen Pauliuk
Richmond Hospital Foundation
Development Officer, Special Events & Corporate Giving
Tel: 604.244.5252 Fax: 604.244.5547
Our hospital, our community, our responsibility.

STEVESTON FOLK GUILD

Tom Rawson June 18th
The Guild welcomes Seattle based folksinger and storyteller Tom Rawson.
Tom is a veteran of the folk festival circuit, and travels all over the Northwest with his humorous stories, user friendly songs,. His acoustic folk philosophy is guaranteed to leave you smiling. Armed with long-necked banjo and other weapons of mass delight, Tom will have you singing along in no time. Tune up your vocal chords; you'll need 'em, and you won’t be disappointed
Redboot Quartet July 16th.
You may have already heard their sweet sounds. Four skilled musicians fuse their eclectic backgrounds to produce a fiery blend of smoky Gypsy cabaret. Fierce original compositions test their capabilities. This four-piece boldly scorches its own sultry signature on classics like "Blue Drag". The result is a sensuous blend of dramatic gypsy and swinging jazz laced with a unique Balkan influence. They are as riveting to watch as they are to listen to. Each of the four players is a dedicated, accomplished musician with a quick ear, a passionate heart and a fire in the belly. Each brings a unique perspective to this union. But there is also a feisty side here, perhaps a tribute to the music they play...

Steveston Folk Guild
3500 Richmond Street, Richmond, BC V7E 2W1
Tel: 604-272-9294 Fax: 604-275-9246
Email: dave@stevestonfolk.org

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.

Its just about time to Spring Clean and when you do please think of Treasure Cottage (3800 Moncton Street) while you are sorting through your gently used ADULT clothing, household items, novels etc
All net proceeds support SOS Children’s Village BC

Volunteer Applications are most welcome, we have a variety of volunteer opportunities from Window Dressing to Marketing and of course assisting our dedicated team in sorting, pricing and selling our merchandise. For more information please call Barb at 274-8866 or visit our website at www.sosbc.org.

Woofstock!
Festival & Fundraiser for Dogs
June 20, 2009
1 Pm – 4 Pm
We Want your Pet!
Enter your Dog Today
Call or E mail us*
FREE ENTRY
Gifts Galore to be won!
Categories:
Loudest Bard
Whitest Teeth
Wettest Nose
Sweetest Breath
Longest/Shortest Ears
Longest/Shortest Whiskers
Invites you to
* meowbarkave@shaw.ca
(604) 271 -3647
150-12240 2nd Ave.
Steveston Village
*www.meowandbarkavenue.ca

Senior Peer Counselor
Volunteers aged 55+ are trained to help their peers deal
with the unique problems of the senior years.
-18 week training course (3 hrs, 1-2 x week) begins in late April.

Seniors Information & Referral Counselor
Volunteers aged 55+ are trained to provide information to
assist seniors with many different concerns such as housing, applying for government pensions, etc.
-10 week training course (3 hrs, 1 x week) begins in May.

Additional volunteer opportunities are available.
Sign up for training now!
info@volunteerrichmond.ca or 604-279-7020

Volunteer Richmond Information Services
#190 – 7000 Minoru Blvd.
Richmond, BC V6Y 3Z5
www.volunteerrichmond.ca

Main Events
6:30am - 10:00am - Pancake Breakfast
9:30am - Kid's Bicycle Parade
10:00am - noon - Canada Day Parade
10:00am - 4:00pm - Japanese Cultural Displays
10:00am - 5:00pm - Art Show, Children's Festival, Craft Fair, Trade Show, Community Food Fair, Community Information Tables, Steveston RCMP Child ID Station
11:00am until sold out - Salmon Barbecue
11:00am - 7:00pm - Carnival and Midway
12:00pm - 5:00pm - Horticulture Show, Youth Rock Fest, Skateboard Competition
1:00pm - 4:00pm - Belt Sander Drag Races
Main Stage Events
12:30pm - Opening Ceremonies
2009 Entertainment schedule to be announced late Spring.
Contacting Steveston Salmon Festival.
Enquiries regarding the Salmon Festival should be directed to: Janice Froese - Executive Director
Steveston Community Society/Salmon Festival
4111 Moncton Street, Richmond, British Columbia, Canada V7E 3A8
Email: admin@stevestonsalmonfest.ca
Telephone: 604-718-8094
Fax: 604-718-8096

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

THE STEVESTON FARMER'S AND ARTISAN'S MARKET
will open May 24 and operate bi-weekly until October 11 from 10am to 3pm for a total of 11 markets this year. It is relocating to the area around Fisherman's Park at 3rd and Moncton. There will be more vendors, lots of new exciting events and activities planned, the return of Chef in the Market, and many of our vendors from last year are returning as well. Come out and celebrate our sophomore season opener on May 24th!

(www.kigoos.com) in the Steveston Villager.
June 6 and 7, 2009 is the Kigoos 50th Annual Icebreaker Swim Meet Competition at the Steveston Outdoor Pool from 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. both days.
July 8th , Wednesday is the Kigoos Junior Development Swim Meet from 4 p.m. - 8 or 9 p.m. at the Steveston Outdoor Pool.
We are celebrating 50 years in Richmond. The Kigoos Summer Swim Club will be celebrating with an Alumni Swim Meet on July 4th from 4:30 - 6:30 at Steveston Outdoor Pool. Followed by an Anniversary Dinner on July 4th from at the Gulf of Georgia Cannery. A Golf Tournament on July 5th at Langara Golf Course.

This is the first showing in a gallery setting for these artists’ and you will be pleasantly surprised at what you see. From real life, abstract and three dimensional, this show has it all.

Join us in supporting The Richmond Society for Community Living-Avenues and their artists’ July 11 – 25th, the show is being held at our Artisans’ Galleria in historic Steveston Village at 3651 Moncton Street, and is open daily.

All are invited to the opening reception Saturday July 11th, from
1 – 3 P.M. refreshments will be served and you will be the first to view this wonderful show.
There is no charge to view the show or attend the reception.

For more information please contact: Michael Shirley – Manager
Artisans’ Galleria
604-241-2790

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)

Contracting Party: Heart of Richmond AIDS Society
Type of Function 7th annual Dinner/Dance Fundraiser
Date: October 17, 2009
Location: Quilchena Golf and Country Club, Richmond BC

Heart of Richmond AIDS Society
200 - 6411 Buswell St.
Richmond, BC V6Y 2G5 (Map)
Web site: www.heartofrichmond.com
Phone: 604-277-5137
Fax: 604-277-5131
Outreach: 778-883-5137
E-mail: contact@heartofrichmond.com

A non-profit organization that provides one-to-one and group support, counselling and advocacy services to people living with HIV/AIDS, as well as support to their family members, partners, and friends; also provides youth-focused prevention education workshops in a variety of settings in the community.

The store is located in the restored heritage church building, 3731 Chatham Street at the corner of Chatham and Second Ave in Steveston.