Drop by and see lots of new items for Christmas gift ideas,

• handbags
shoes & boots
scarves
new jewelry from California Connections
socks, belts, purse hangers etc.
CROC and sheepskin slippers
gift certificates

Look forward to seeing you soon at Stepin' Out, located at 3991 Moncton Street.

Note: We are open until 8:00 pm on December 7th for Festival of Lights celebration.
("If anyone would like to bring some friends for a personal evening of shopping we would love to open for you" )

PALLA REAL ESTATE PERSPECTIVE: Should you list your home for sale over the holiday season? The benefit is there are fewer homes listed, so you will have better exposure; buyers are more serious; tasteful Christmas decorations give the home a warm feeling; and, the closing date can be set for January. The downside to having your home on the market over the holidays is that you are busy; it is inconvenient; there are a smaller number of buyers looking; poor weather keeps people from venturing out; and, realtors are often on vacation.

Whether you decide to sell your home now or after the holidays, Karel Palla has the professional experience to customize a marketing strategy tailored to your specific needs to get your home sold. Visit www.stevestonhouses-condos.com for a full listing of all houses, townhouses and condos available in Steveston. Call Karel Palla of RE/MAX Select Properties at 604.329.1430 or email kpalla@kpalla.com for questions & viewings. He would be happy to help you!

BUTTONS & SOLES - Winner of 2007 Richmond News Readers Choice Award for best children's store

See our fabulous Christmas dresses for girls and great styles for the little guy from Mexx, BLU, Pt Zero, and JoJo Fashions for your special Christmas photos and functions
Gift ideas for all such as special ornaments, teddy bears, clothes and see the new Shining Star characters for a special price of $ 15.95.

CROC boots and slippers as well as all Kidorables raingear outfits
Winter boots and shoes from GEOX, Skechers, Cougar, See Kai Run, and Stride Rite for both girls and boys as well as a great clothing selection.

See our new fabulous selection of swimwear up to size 10 in girls for your holiday get away as well as Yogini casualwear.

Buttons & Soles are located behind Blenz Coffee at #120 3900 Bayview Street,
(open seven days M-F 10-5:30 pm and Sunday noon - 5:00 pm)

Classes held at the South Arm United Church Gym 11051 No. 3 Road (corner of No. 3 Road & Steveston Highway)

First Class is FREE to try……When you love our workout, results come easy. That's why Jazzercise blends aerobics, yoga, Pilates and kickboxing movements into fun dance routines set to fresh new music. All fitness levels welcome.

For More Information Call Janice @(604) 813-3990 or (604) 241-8840 for more info. Thanks…

CONGRATULATION to Catherine who is celebrating 3 years as of November 1st, Helping and guiding her clients in Steveston.

On Tuesday November 20th, The Bay Richmond held a closed door event from 7-9pm. Catherine Dean DCH, local homeopath and wholistic health counselor, was invited to set up a table with her wares, on the edge of the cosmetic and jewelry department.Cleanses for gentle detoxification, pharmaceutical quality nutraceuticals for vitamins and minerals, and homeopathic remedies for acute conditions were all on display. Many opportunities were had to converse about the importance of inner health on beauty. As well, insight was offered in mini astrological readings based simply on the birth date. Check out www.12th-househealingarts.ca for more information on her family practice. Gift certificates are available for Christmas!

Catherine Dean DCH
12th House Healing Arts
#265-3580 Moncton
Richmond, V7E-3A4, B.C.
www.12th-househealingarts.ca
604-271-HEAL (4325)

THE COMPUTER TUTOR

Ken is a local computer technician who has been serving the friendly folks of Steveston since 2000. Relying on word of mouth recommendations, his clientele has steadily grown in the last 7 years. Whether you need an upgrade, a complete installation, or any other form of assistance, THE COMPUTER TUTOR can definitely get you going! Seniors enjoy a substantial discount at just $30.00 per hour. Looking forward to hearing from you. Call Ken 604 271-4462 or email Ken at computertutor@telus.net

• BEST location in the complex. #33-8111 Saunders Road. This 3 bedroom, 3 bath townhome has a fabulous floorplan & is totally private backing onto a greenbelt. MLS# V677248 .
• Best buy Steveston 3 bedroom townhome! #46-10200 4th Avenue. Enjoy sunset views from your secluded 200 sqft rooftop deck. MLS# V676801.

Check out www.OwnaNiceHome.com to see pictures and more of our great lisings.
Deb Robson RE/MAX Westcoast 604.328.3507 Diane Cardoso Prudential United Realty-Jesani 604.218.1412

Destination of the Month: Mexico's Sea of Cortéz!
as featured on TV - Channel 8
Board this yacht-like Cruiseship to explore the sandy beaches, rugged coastline,
colonial villages and aquamarine waters of the Sea of Cortéz.
Visit www.TravelBoecker.com for itinerary details.

Why choose SMALL SHIP CRUISING?

• Small ships can go through narrow waterways, to tiny ports, and to islands, inlets and coves without docks
• The focus is on up-close experiences and the destination
• One excursion or activity is included in all ports of call and shore stops
• Flexible itineraries mean we can stop and linger to watch whales and other wildlife
• Exploration Leaders offer expert narration on every sailing and escorted land tours
• Special guest speakers and local guides add insider insights

La Paz Children's Home Volunteer Paint Party
a special volunteer event January 18-20, 2008.
On this weekend, we will roll up our sleeves and paint the dormitories and YOU are invited to participate.
Immediately following the January 12 cruise you will be transferred to your hotel in La Paz - on the east coast of the Mexican Baja peninsula. Early on Saturday, January 19, the Paint Party will head to the La Paz Children’s Home for a full day of painting dormitories and a barbeque lunch with the children. Spend the night at the Los Arcos Hotel before being transferred to the airport for your flight home on Sunday.

The additional cost (to the cruise) is only $299 per person and includes all transfers, two nights hotel, and some meals. Space is limited so we encourage you to sign up soon.

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For bookings or further information please contact:
Chris Boecker 604.338.9211
www.TravelBoecker.com

Expert Travel Planning for Families & Single Parents
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BONUS
Book a tour with TRAVELBOECKER and receive a colourful 444 page Travel Book on a journey through every country in the World.

“A great book for those who travel or dream of exploring far-off lands; excellent for the young mind just awakening to the world.”

PAST TENSE REGISTERED MASSAGE THERAPY We are located in our newly renovated office above Papi's Ristorante. #210-12251 No. 1 Road. Book online Instantly at www.pasttense.ca or call 604 272 9995 for more information.

Attachment to your existing toilet. An Affordable, Easy-To-Use, Do-It-Yourself personal hygiene system... for a life-time sense of Freshness and Confidence every time and every day. Highly recommended for the family, for the elderly and physically disabled. Great for homes, offices, hospitals and hotels. Contact gusnarciso@yahoo.com for more information.

With every purchase of our Hyjet Bidet, we offer a FREE 20-inch Stainless Steel Braided Flexible Hose and a FREE Teflon Tape (until supplies last).

THE BEATMERCHANT CDs DVDs & Record store has a great select of British Comedies & Drama's DVDs in stock for Christmas including Only Fools & Horses, Last Of The Summer Wine & Lovejoy to name but a few!! Happy Christmas and thanks for all your support throughout the year.

Frankie Neilson
The Beatmerchant
160 / 12240 2nd Ave @ Bayview
604 204 0044
frankie@beatmerchant.com

SIGNING START

A Signing Start offers Baby Sign Language programs in the comfort of your home! Communicate with your baby using American Sign Language (ASL). Baby Sign Language is becoming increasingly popular amongst new families

Your one stop shop for Gourmet Gift Baskets.

Please check us out at: www.seascapegiftbaskets.com

Christmas is rapidly approaching. Check out our selection of Christmas baskets, Christmas Bins, and Christmas Trays on the Christmas Gifts page of our web site. We offer large Christmas baskets, smaller gifts wrapped in a painted Christmas oval bin, or Christmas trays which may be customized for your business or personal Christmas party needs. Order early to avoid the Christmas rush. Need something different. Then check out our Specialty Gift Baskets page.

Our Gourmet Gift Baskets make the perfect gift for all occasions. We allow you to shop easily and quickly from the comfort of your own home. Send that special gift that everyone loves to receive and it have it personally delivered within the Lower Mainland. We also ship throughout BC and Canada.

We design baskets for individuals or large groups, making our baskets the perfect "corporate gift". Our baskets can be customized by adding Mineral waters, Non Alcoholic wines or quality BC VQA wines, as well as choosing from our selection of options to make your gift truly unique. If you have special requirements, please e-mail us or call us. We would be pleased to assist you.

Our website is user friendly and easy to navigate. Please check us out at: www.seascapegiftbaskets.com

Girls Pajama Party Saturday, December 8, 6-9 pm

* Hot Mulled Apple Cider, Wine, Lite Appies.
* Prizes – most outrageous and least alluring outfits.
* Caroling to piano accompaniment.

Jet-Lag Travel Fashion Boutique
#110-12031 2nd Ave., Steveston Village
Open 7 days a week. www.jet-lagtravelfashion.com
* Shopping discounts – 10-25% off - draw at register.
Tickets $10 with proceeds to Nite of Hope -
a fundraiser for Breast Cancer Research.
Call to reserve your ticket.
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Suggestions for Gift Giving under $25:
Cashmere/Silk Pashmina $19.99
Delane Fashion Handbag $19.99
Necklace & Earring Set $24.99
Travel Pillows & Travel Masks from $9.99

Holiday Bling – Buy your dressy outfit and get a free $19.99 Pashmina with purchase over $120.

We have Gift Certificates – The gift that says you like her taste best.

Girls Going Global Travel Club. No fee to join. Registration and questionnaire at Jet-Lag Travel Fashion Boutique or email your newsletter request to jet-lagtravelfashion@shaw.ca.

Upcoming events:
Sun. Jan. 20, Brunch 11 am – 2 pm. Details to follow.

RSVP to Jet-Lag Travel Fashion Boutique 604-277-3331
#110-12031 2nd Ave., Steveston Village

'TIS THE SEASON TO SHIMMER & SHINE

Pre-Holiday Sale ..... Saturday Dec. 01 to Sunday Dec. 16th. 25% savings on the entire stock, and 50% on selected items.

TREASURES BOUTIQUE

In the heart of Steveston Village, offers one-of-a-kind separates and party frocks, shawls and wraps in sumptuous silks & velvets, and a terrific selection of festive jewellery & accessories. Add a satin or metallic clutch bag or a pair of fancy footwear and you’ll be ready for any holiday party.

In fact, you’ll find that and so much more at Treasures. Indulge yourself to a treat you can’t resist ........ or perhaps choose a Gift Certificate stocking stuffer for that hard-to-buy-for fashion diva on your list.

Treasures wishes to thank you for your continued support throughout the year, and wishes you and yours a safe and happy Holiday Season.

Don’t miss the Spectacle of Lights and our late-night shopping on Friday December 7th. Come in out of the chill and enjoy some hot cider and goodies.

Treasures Boutique
#140 - 12240 Second Avenue
(between Moncton & Bayview at Bayview Quay)
Steveston Village
Phone: (604) 275-7119 treasuresboutique@shaw.ca
Hours: 11.30 - 5.00 pm Closed Mondays

REFLECTIONS GASTRONOMY - - Reflections Gastronomie restaurant or as my wife, Ella and I like to refer to it as simply “RG”, has now been running for 8 months.

As most people already know, we have a successful catering company, Fired Up Events and Catering, and decided to venture out to open a restaurant. This project has really been a test of our skills in all areas of a business and let me say how hard this test has been.
I have been a chef for 14 years, cooking locally and internationally and mostly in hotels so my kitchen experience is varied and extensive and operating a catering company has also given me proven skills to run a business, but opening a restaurant has been very different.

These last 8 months we have seen our business grow slow and steady, offering peaks and valleys through different times of the months and we have made an effort to listen to our guests, clients, and associates to hear exactly what their comfort levels are with things like, menu prices, atmosphere, service, and options offered.
As a result of the combination of ideas offered we have grown to another level, changing some aspect of our restaurant to still stay with our concept and ideas but using the advice of our customers.

On November 1st we have introduced a winter menu where we have expanded it and offer the same quality of ingredients using local, seasonal, sustainable products, which our chefs of unparallel skill level use to create the dishes.

The mezzanine level that we refer to as the Epicurean loft, will be transformed into a wine bar/lounge where our nibble and bites menu will be available. You will also notice our brunch menu that is offered on the weekends from 10am-2pm.

“RG”, is one of the most beautiful restaurants in Richmond, and currently phone calls are coming in from customers who would like to utilize this space for their private functions, right into the New Year for Valentines, Easter, and other personal events.

Please feel free to call us at anytime to come down to discuss how we can help you or simply make a reservation for dinner and check out our website for more details.

Ella and I want to thank everyone who has supported us over the past 8 months and look forward to seeing you often in the future and for those people that have not tried our restaurant yet; we look forward to you becoming our regulars.

Marat Dreyshner, Executive Chef
Fired Up Events & Catering
140-3900 Bayview Street
www.reflectionsgastronomie.com
www.firedupcatering.com
Organic Foods, European Experience, High Tea, Coffee Bar, Wine Bar, Brunch, Dinner, Gift Cards available, in denominations of $5-$1000, save 5% off your food bill by using your, gift card
Book your holiday private events today,

http://www.heirloomfilms.ca/reflections/index.htm

I invite everyone to come and join us at Reflections Gastronomie “RG”, on December 4th to experience the flavors of a traditional Jewish Chanukah – the festival of lights- dinner.
If you have never enjoyed the company of a Jewish family where a gracious invitation to dine is considered to be a “ mitzvah” or a good deed in sharing the wealth of food and the spirit of a good company with perfect strangers, I encourage you to make reservations for this evening.

All the guests will be seated at a long dinner table, sharing the goodness of the meal from share platters that will be placed on the table.

My wife Ella and I look forward to dining with you on December 4th on the first night of Chanukah when we will also be making a blessing on lighting of the first light on the menorah.

The Menorah lighting will take place at 6:30pm and dinner will be served at 7pm.

By Reservations only!!- please call with any questions about that evening.

DRAGONFLY PROPERTIES - PROFESSIONAL REAL ESTATE INVESTORS

Serving individuals committed to their goals
and ready to take action.
Keith C. Macdonald, B.SC. (Agr.), Lic. Acct., CA
Steveston, British Columbia, Canada
Telephone: (604) 290-7581
E-mail: DragonflyProperties@telus.net
“Never mistake motion for action.” Ernest Hemingway
An independent member of the Real Estate Investment Network (REIN) TM

Dragonfly Properties specializes in real estate investing through Co-ownership relationships (often referred to as Joint Ventures in Canada). Co-ownership refers to the ownership of an interest in real property in which two or more investors hold joint beneficial ownership as tenants-in-common, subject to a Co-ownership (Joint Venture) Agreement

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