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

Please be advised that the Steveston Santa Claus Parade put on by the Rotary Club of Steveston in 2008 is . . . .

Tuesday December 23 2008 Steveston Christmas Parade, 7- 7:45 PM, Steveston Rotary

The parade route is again alternating streets between 2nd and 6th Ave in old Steveston.

Cash donations will go to school breakfast programs, and food to local food programs .

STEVESTON MUSEUM AND POST OFFICE - The Richmond Council quietly passed a motion on Monday September 22nd to relocate the old Japanese Nurse's Residence from behind the Army and Navy Club into the "Jewel of Steveston" park behind the Steveston Post Office. This park is a wonderful green space in our Village with summer music concerts, tai chi and people just enjoying the quiet and shade under the wonderful trees that adorn the park. IF the building is relocated, the park will no longer be a flow through park as the house is to be situated on First Avenue and to do so, we would lose five of those wonderful old trees. Two of the trees fall within the City of Richmond bylaw that does not allow removal of trees over 9 inches in diameter, but when those who make the bylaws then break the bylaws, who is to enforce the consequences.

Many concerned residents have garnered together a petition to illustrate to the Mayor and Council their displeasure about a decision that had no public input and will devastate the Steveston Post Office Park. If you feel strongly about trying to overturn this devastating decision, please print out the attached petition, get your friends, neighbors or people on your street to sign it. When the sheet(s) are full, please either let me know or drop off in an envelope at the Steveston Post Office - attention Edith Turner.

A weekly community celebration of food, culture and heritage, each market day promises to be a lively and memorable home grown event. The Steveston Farmers and Artisans Market runs from till September 28, Sunday from 11 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Gulf of Georgia National Historic Site’s parking lot.

Leisa Yee , Co-Chair, Steveston Farmers and Artisans Market 604-880-9936

Creative Giftcraft Fair. Saturday, November 15. 10:00 am to 3 pm. Tables available for $25.00. Phone June at 604.277-5077 (evenings). 4360 Garry Street

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.

Britannia, a National Historic Site, is dedicated to the preservation and restoration of the Shipyard and surrounding buildings as an active wooden boat centre and waterfront park. Tours are being offered: Tuesday through Sunday 10am - 6pm.

FALL AND BACK-TO-SCHOOL FASHIONS GALORE! Have you visited the Village treasure lately ~ that’s TREASURE COTTAGE THRIFT SHOP on Moncton? You’ll definitely want to see the fresh new look and layout, making it an even more appealing place to leisurely browse for incredible bargains in everything from clothing to house-wares to a great selection of reading material. DAILY SPECIALS FROM 3 TO 4 PM, MONDAY THRU FRIDAY, and SENIORS’ DAY EVERY TUESDAY, with 50% off all regular- priced clothing for those 55 OR BETTER!!! That’s a deal you don’t want to miss. All proceeds to SOS Children’s Village BC. www.sosbc.org. Donations of gently used items are always needed. MON-SAT 10A.M. – 4 P.M.; SUNDAYS 12 – 4 PM.

Treasure Cottage welcomes VOLUNTEERS, so if you can spare a few hours to help SOS Children’s Village care for BC children in foster care, stop by and let Christy or Barb know. It’s a great experience whether you’re a student, retired or just have a bit of time to give. INQUIRE AT 604-274-8866.

We will be having a “Bag It” Sale Saturday September 6. Stuff as much clothing as you can in a bag we provide and pay only $ 4.00.

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

New volunteers are always welcome. If you are
interested in giving back to your community, please call
Jan Halliday at 604-244-5176.

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)

Hi everyone�.mark your calendars! We have chosen the date for THE 3RD ANNUAL TEE CUP GOLF TOURNAMENT. THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 18, 2008 at Country Meadows Golf Club in Richmond After raising over $6000 for Touchstone Family Association in 2007 we are hoping to reach the $10,000 mark this year.

After listening to your positive feedback we have again dedicated our fundraising to Touchstone Family Association. Please visit their web site at www.touchfam.ca to learn more about all they do.

To save your spot, reply to this email to pre-register as an individual or with friends. Registration and details will follow but we do want to give our supporters from the past the opportunity to play as we are anticipating a sold out event this year. Remember this is a fun tournament for all levels of golfer.

Some new opportunities will be available for sponsorship in this year's Tee Cup.

Eighteen $300 hole sponsorships are available as well as the putting contest sponsor. This allows sponsors the opportunity to include their information or product in the goodie bags or at the place settings, run an activity or tasting at their hole, and receive signage highlighting their company on their hole. We will provide a $100 discount on sponsorship if you also register a foursome.

* Pass on the information to your friends and colleagues so we can get them more info and registration

Hope to hear from you soon,
Donna Janet Chris Linda Vivian
Women Making a Difference
Donna Price
Janet Clouston
Christine Campbell
Linda Macmillan
Vivian Smith

HELP WANTED
LAARA'S VACUUMS, 3981 Moncton St, 604-277-8487
Need part time sales lady, must be flexible in hours. Please contact Laara.