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Community Events May 2010 :

GULF OF GEORGIA CANNERY SOCIETY

Expanded Hours for 2010 Winter Olympics

The Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site will open early for the season, on February 1, 2010. We will be open Daily from 10 am to 5 pm until October 31, 2010, so bring your visiting friends and relatives and show off the history of Steveston with a tour through the Cannery.

We are always looking for volunteers, if you are interested call us at 604-664-9009, 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

BRITANNIA SHIPYARD PRESENTS
5180 Westwater Drive, Richmond, BC, V7E 6P3

August 20 12:00 - 5:00pm August 21 & 22 10:00am - 5:00pm Location: Britannia Shipyard, National Historic Site 5180 Westwater Drive (At the southfoot of railway Avenue) FREE!

FRIENDS OF SOS CHILDREN’S VILLAGE BC

Richmond invite everyone to SOS Children’s Village BC Run 2010, Sunday, May 30th Registration: 9 a.m. Richmond Olympic Oval Plaza 5-10K Run; 1 K Family Walk. Refreshments, entertainment, celebrity guests. By donation and sponsorship. Information, pre-registration at www.sosbcrun.ca Enquiries: 604.275.3309

THE GRANDMOTHER GROUPS IN RICHMOND AND SOUTH FRASER are presenting a wonderful Textile Art show May 4-6th at the Richmond Cultural Centre.

STEVESTON COMMUNITY POLICE STATION 4371 Moncton Street Richmond, BC V7E 6M2 Phone: 604-713-2323 Fax: 604-713-2309

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

RICHMOND HOSPITAL/HEALTHCARE AUXILIARY

The Richmond Hospital/Healthcare Auxiliary has been active in the local community raising funds for the Richmond General Hospital since 1963.

The Thrift Shop has been operating in Steveston since 1976 and in 1983 moved to Moncton St. and there we stayed until November, 2007. In 2008 we relocated to larger facilities in the Historic Church on Chatham St. and 2nd Ave.

The Thrift Shop is open to the public Monday - Saturday from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. We are looking for men and women volunteers willing to work a 6-hour shift one day each week.

If you are interested in joining the Auxiliary and volunteering at the Thrift Shop please call the Co-conveners: Lorna (Fridays) 604.271.1551, Carole (Mondays) 604.271.1551.

STEVESTON HARBOUR AUTORITY – http://www.stevestonharbour.com/

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. http://www.stevestonharbour.com/SHA_Site/Sales_Float.html

PEDALERS FOR PROSTATE

In 2010 four brave young men from Steveston are cycling an 8000 km route across Canada to help fight prostate cancer. Their target is to raise $25,000 for The Prostate Centre. You can read their story, and how you can help, at www.pedalersforprostate.ca. Wristbands and supporters badges are now available.We leave on May 22nd, 2010, and hope to return home by early August.

For further information, please contact: Sam Wade, 30-11551 Kingfisher Dr., Richmond, BC, V7E 3N5, sambwade@uvic.ca

RICHMOND HOSPITAL FOUNDATION

Richmond Centre's 3rd Annual Cork, Canvas & Cuisine benefiting Richmond Hospital Foundation
Date: June 5, 2010
Location: Richmond Centre
Time: 8:00 pm - 10:30 pm
Tickets:
General: $60
Scotch Room: $125

12th Annual Starlight Gala
Date: October 30, 2010
Location: River Rock Casino Resort & Show Theatre
Time: 5:30 pm
Tickets: $250 each | $2,500 table of 10

3rd Annual Chinese-Canadian Telethon / Radiothon 2010
Date: November 20, 2010

For more information please contact the Richmond Hospital Foundation at 604-244-5252 or at www.richmondhospitalfoundation.com

STEVESTON MUSEUM - Exciting upgrades have happened at the Steveston Museum, the little museum in the big heart of Steveston. Check out our newly refreshed photo room upstairs or explore our updated exhibits throughout our beautiful 1905 heritage building. Surrounded by boardwalks reminiscent of Steveston’s bustling past, the museum is also famous for its friendly full-service post office.

Kids – Draw and Win for Mother’s Day!

Draw a picture of your favourite thing to do with your mother in Steveston and you can win gift vouchers from Splash Toy Shop.

Pick up an entry form from Steveston Museum or Splash Toy Shop. Entries close Saturday, May 15th.
Did you know that Steveston Museum has exhibits upstairs?

Our updated photo room has just been unveiled. Stop by to discover more about the fascinating history of Steveston and the beautiful Steveston Museum building.

For more information, please call the Steveston Museum Coordinator on 604-718-8439.
And don't forget the Museum also houses the charming and full-service Steveston Post Office. 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.

THE RICHMOND ORCHID CLUB is meeting every third Sunday of the month from 1pm - 3pm in the Atrium of the Brighouse Public Library, 100-7700 Minoru Gate. Due to the Olympics the meetings in February, March and April will be held at different location. Please check the web. www.richmondorchidclub.com

GOLF FOR OUR COMMUNITY Richmond Family Place 1st Annual Golf Tournament Monday, June 7th, 2010 Country Meadows Golf Course – 8382 No. 6 Road, Richmond BC Registration : 12 pm * Tee-off – 1 pm

Lot’s of fun to be had, lots of prizes and silent auction!

SPONSORED BY: Alhafez – Arab Student Magazine, Couzelis & Company, Richmond Review and Westrim Plumbing and Heating.

REGISTRATION FOR SEA CADETS
Boys & Girls 9 to 18. EVERYONE WELCOME!
You can register by attending the following training nights:
Navy League - 9-11 yrs Tuesdays 6:30 pm
Sea Cadet 12-18 yrs Wednesdays 6:30 pm
7411 River Rd, Richmond or call Tel: 604-270-3231
THERE IS NO COST TO JOIN. SKILLS YOU WILL LEARN INCLUDE:
SAILING, FIRST AID, MUSIC, PRECISION & RIFLE DRILL, SEAMANSHIP, SURVIVAL SKILLS, LEADERSHIP AND SUMMER CAMP.
HOME OF THE NATIONAL SEA CADET OF THE YEAR 2009

BC SPCA EDUCATION & ADOPTION CENTRE RICHMOND
7791 Steveston Hwy Richmond V7A 1L9 604-277-3100
http://www.spca.bc.ca/branches/richmond-centre
richmond@spca.bc.ca
Companion animals for adoption, pet care resources and merchandise; educational events; Kids’ birthday parties and Summer Camp.

Ongoing volunteer opportunities available!

STEVESTON HIGH 20 YEAR REUNION

Stevestson 20 Year Reunion Graduating class of 1990
Delta Vancouver Airport Hotel, Richmond, BC
Time: 6:30 pm - 1:00 am
Price $60
tkt purchase on http://shs.eventsbot.com

to purchase tickets in person contact giggle1998@hotmail.com date and time to be posted on facebook site.

STEVESTON BUDDHIST TEMPLE - Sunday, May 30. 12 noon to 2 pm. Spring Food Fair with Giant Plant Sale and Sale of used Kimonos and accessories. Food tickets available on Wed., May 12 and 19 at the Temple 6:00 p.m.

Artist Jeanette Jarville will be having an open studio art show for the 'Doors Open' event happening in Richmond, May 1st and 2nd from 10AM to 4PM. Welcoming the public to come by and view new work, limited edition prints as well as original paintings.You can visit her website for more details at: www.jeanettejarville.com Thank you!

RAFFLE TICKETS NOW ON SALE - BUY A TICKET AND SUPPORT THE ARTS

The Community Arts Council of Richmond, a non-profit organization supporting the arts for over 40 years is holding a fundraiser.

With cuts in funding from the Province it is becoming increasingly difficult to continue to operate, and we are forced to seek new and innovative ways to raise money!

We are holding a licensed raffle with 7 fabulous prizes totaling over $1350.00. Tickets are just $2.00 each or 6/$10.00 and are available at our

Artisans’ Galleria
3651 Moncton St.
Richmond BC
604-241-2790

The first place prize is a beautiful natural, Amethyst Cathedral Geode valued at $550.00, and no prize is valued at under $50.00. Purchasing a ticket is a great way to support the arts and you might be one of the lucky winners.
Thank you for supporting the arts and ourselves!

Gaming event license #24006 – know your limit, play within it

ART FROM THE HEART
Once again we will partner with the Richmond Society for Community Living – Avenues art workshop and present an exhibition of 2 and 3D work created by their clients.

Last years event was so well attended over the 2-week period that we have decided that this year we will hold it for one month, the dates for this year’s exhibition are

MAY 26 – JUNE 27TH 2010
At the
ARTISANS’ GALLERIA

We expect to have at least 50 different works of art in this exciting exhibition, and encourage everyone to make a point of stopping by to view it. This work will also be available for sale with the proceeds going directly to the artists.

The difficulties that these artists face on a daily basis make this work a joy to see! In addition, this is the only exhibition where they can both show and sell their work in a main stream gallery setting. This leads to an increase in self worth, hope and abilities, in turn encouraging them to continue to develop their artistic skills.

Some of the paintings take a year to complete, while other participants may exhibit more than one piece. This year they will also present some of their crafts
which were also created in the Avenue workshop, thereby expanding their work and exposure and giving the public more to view and purchase.

The official opening reception will take place on Sunday May 30th between 1 – 4, where there will be an opportunity to speak with the artists in attendance and have refreshments.

Last year we were fortunate to have Mayor Malcolm Brodie, MLA’S John Yap and Linda Reid and city of Richmond councilor Bill Nulty attend the opening, which for many of the participants was a big highlight and helped to create a sense of inclusion.

We urge everyone to take the time to view and support this unique, free exhibition which will be held daily from May 26 – June 27 from 10 – 5 at the
Artisans’ Galleria 3651 Moncton St. in the heart of Steveston Village, Richmond.

Volunteer Richmond’s Workshops – Spring 2010
Implementing Social Media – What You Need to Know! (Friday, May 7, 2010)
Volunteer Richmond is bringing Martin J. Cowling from Australia to Richmond to deliver an interactive workshop on how to implement Social Media strategies for your organizations on May 7, 2010.
Volunteer Management Training Series (Wednesdays, May 26-June 23, 2010)
This is a 5-week series that is designed to give you the tools you need to implement and run a volunteer program. It is led by experienced administrators of volunteer resources. A certificate is provided upon completion.
To inquire or register, please contact 604-279-7020 or info@volunteerrichmond.ca. For more workshop information, please click on http://www.volunteerrichmond.ca/VolunteerCentre/training.asp

Volunteers Needed to Help Richmond Seniors Volunteers are needed to help shop for groceries, visit, provide telephone calls and drive seniors to medical appointments. Time commitment is only 2-3 hours per week for 3 to 6 months. Volunteers must be interviewed, screened and will be trained and supported by program staff.

If you are looking for a rewarding volunteer opportunity and want to help seniors maintain their independence, call 604-279-7020 or visit www.volunteerichmond.ca and look for Seniors Community Support Services.
Volunteer Richmond Information Services, in partnership with Vancouver Coastal Health, provide a number of programs designed to assist Richmond seniors maintain their independence and improve their quality of life.

Community Information & Volunteer Centre – Temporary Location The Community Information and Volunteer Centre is undergoing transition during the renovations at Richmond Centre. We are located inside the Richmond Centre Customer Service booth near Famous Players.

Volunteer Richmond is now on Facebook!
Visit our website www.volunteerrichmond.ca and click on the ‘Find us on Facebook’ icon. Like what you see? Become a fan and receive regular updates on new opportunities and events.

Gentle Steps Child Care has been open for a year now and owner Sonia Dhudwal knows how much time and effort goes into running a child care that each family can come to stress free. She believes having flexibility, patience, a passion for this field and an open mind are essential in running your own daycare.

Sonia obtained her ECE Diploma through Langara College in 2006 and worked in various day care centers before choosing to open her own. With over 7 years of experience in the field Sonia was confident her knowledge and experience would be beneficial to a community needing quality child care, especially for children under 36 months of age. In January 2010 Sonia joined the Child Care and Development Advisory Committee (CCDAC) for the City of Richmond.

Gentle Steps Child Care is conveniently located at 5251 Steveston Hwy in South West Richmond between No.2 road and Railway Avenue. Run as a Multi-Age Group Daycare and licensed through Vancouver Coastal Health, Sonia can have up to 8 children a day between the ages of 0 months – 12 years of age. This type of daycare helps parents who can allow their child to transition from a young age on to their preschool years without going through too many changes. It is also beneficial for parents seeking child care for siblings. Sonia has her ECE License to Practice, First Aid, Food Safe and goes to frequent workshops to keep herself up to date with the child care field.

Gentle Steps Child Care has a fully enclosed play yard with age appropriate toys. Some examples of a typical day would include; free play, snack, lunch, group time, outdoor time, nap, educational activities and more.

For more information on Gentle Steps Child Care please visit us online at

www.gentlestepscc.com or email with any questions or comments to gentlestepscc@hotmail.com

Phone: 604-285-1173

Fax: 604-285-3318

Owner/Manager/Licensee: Sonia Dhudwal