We are now taking reservations for the
Summer 2010 issue. Position is on a
first come basis. For more information
please contact:
sunor@steveston.bc.ca

Give your business the Gift of Connection in 2010 at, www.steveston.ca
For more information www.steveston.bc.ca/services.html

BEATMERCHANT Hi Folks : NEW THIS MONTH AT THE BEATMERCHANT! Noel Gallagher versus swine flu and Oasis...Leo Sayer goes Bollywood..The Beatles play Shea Stadium.. Bob Dylan was Santa Claus..Viv Stanshall goes record shoppingfor new vinyl.. Frank Zappa rides a bike.. Stevie Wonder rocks Sesame Street..The Flaming Lips recruit waiters..Tiny Tim scares the children..Seniors play Megadeth.. Tom Waits meets Popeye.. Ian Dury falls over..Rupert Mcnee meets the Avengers.

All this and more only at the cool record store

Frankie Neilson
The Beatmerchant
12240 2nd Ave @ Bayview
604 204 0044

South Arm United Church
11051 No. 3 Road (corner of No. 3 Rd & Steveston Hwy)

Mon/Wed 5:30pm
Tue/Thu 6:00pm
Sat 8:30am

St. Albans Anglican Church
7350 St. Albans Road (corner of St. Albans and Bennett Roads)

Sat 10:00am

Ukrainian Community Society of Ivan Francol
5311 Francis Road, Richmond (between Railway Avenue & No. 2 Road)

Monday/Wednesday (Lite) 9:00am

For more information contact Janice (604) 813-3990
Janice.jazzercise@shaw.ca
Or check out our website at www.jazzercise.com

STEPIN’ OUT SHOES & ACCESSORIES BOUTIQUE
End of Season Sale

Skate, ski, bobsled down to Stepin’ Out for Olympic size savings.
Final clearance up to 70%on (selected items)

Our fabulous spring styles are arriving daily. New brands in addition to your favourites:
Sanita Clogs from Denmark, Fit Flops for exercising those bum muscles…, Diego di Lucaa heels from Brazil, Helle Comfort shoes, and Vince Camuto shoes with leather bottoms for those dancing gals.
See our wonderful new color arrivals in our handbag and hat selection

Sign up for customer appreciation points

www.stepinoutshoes.com
“Shoes & Friends….you can never have too many”

BUTTONS & SOLES CHILDREN’S SHOE & CLOTHING
End of Season Sale

Make an Olympic race to the end of season clearance of 25-50% off ( Selected fashions)

See our fabulous spring arrivals in clothing and shoes - clothing infant to size 10, shoes infant to size 4 youth.

Preemie and Infant wear, Peek a Boo Beans, Yogini, Me Too, C’est La Vie, BLU, Krickets, Foxy, and Pt Zero clothing.
GEOX, Stride Rite, See Kai Run, PEDIPEDS Infant shoes, and rainboots.
Dimpleskins Naturals product and a great selection of baby gifts for that perfect shower gift as well as the new Ju Ju Be diaper bags and accessories.

Sign up for customer appreciation points

www.buttonsandsoles.com
“For the ones we love so much”

Here are some wonderful creations!!

Made to order Creative cakes for all occasion.
1-3891 Chatham St. Richmond BC
Tel. 778 297 5955
www.chocolatelovercakes.com
chefannie@shaw.ca
Open Tuesdays to Saturdays, 10-5pm

store Hours: Monday - Saturday 9:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. OPEN SUNDAYS 1 Come Shop Where The Elves Shop! The Clothes Encounter Child and Baby Boutique is stocked with all kinds of special treasures for your loved ones! Come on in see what were up to this holiday season....you won't be disappointed! We also have a full line of UV wear for all your holiday needs!

Mention you saw this ad and we will take 10% off your purchase!

The Clothes Encounter proudly supports MOMPRENEURS" and their products, Visit our store in beautiful Steveston
3820 Moncton Street, Richmond, BC (Steveston)
Tel 604.271.0310
email: contact@theclothesencounter.com

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites has rooms until January 11, 2010 – Best Available rates for all guest & travellers. www.hieRichmond.com
NOTE: Sold out from January 11 to March 05, 2010
Accepting all reservations from March 5th onwards; if you do not have your 2010 rates, please email or call Anna asmith@hieRichmond.com or 604-248-8200

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites, Richmond’s Newest Hotel – Vancouver Airport Shuttle and Free Hot Buffet start to your day.

Steveston Music and Arts is looking for new talents!!! Register for piano, violin, cello, bass, guitar and voice lessons anytime. For inspiring actors: join our Acting Studio every Tuesday night. For intellectuals: become a part of our famous “Chess Club” every Thursday night!

Steveston Music and Arts
#140-6231 London Road
Richmond BC V7E3S3
Phone: 604-809-5730
modusmusic@hotmail.com
http://www.mmcpiano.com

THE COMPUTER TUTOR - If I can't fix it, it ain't broke!

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 9 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.

Please call Ken at 604 271-4462 or Email Ken at thecomputertutor@telus.net

JOHN YAP PROVINCIAL MLA

JOHN YAP MLA for Richmond- Steveston has moved his constituency office. It is now located at #115 – 4011 Bayview Street Richmond, V7E 0A4

PADDINGTON STATION PRESCHOOL, PRE-KINDERGARTEN and KINDERGARTEN- are now accepting registrations for summer programs in July and/or August and for Sept 2010. Our award winning centres provide your child with an all encompassing program featuring the best of ECE, Reggio and Montessori curriculums. Academics include Math, Science, Phonics, French and a fine arts program that cannot be matched at any other centre! Parents are invited to contact our Childcare Coordinator, Bessie Rentasida, at 604-241-0141 or email at bessie.theartsconnection@gmail.com to arrange a tour.

SUMMER CAMPS @ THE ARTS CONNECTION Believe it or not, summer will be here soon and The Arts Connection will once again have a lineup of outstanding, high quality programs that your children will enjoy. Watch for our program information online at www.theartsconnection.org right after spring break!

ART FOR HAITI!! The children attending Paddington Station Pre-Kindergarten and Kindergarten at our No. 2 Road location have been busy over the past month preparing for their first official gallery show and sale!! Creative works of art will be on sale with all proceeds going to the ongoing support of children in Haiti.

FIRST STEPS IN EARLY LEARNING @ THE ARTS CONNECTION If you want to give your toddler the very best start -- consider our outstanding preschool preparatory program, "First Steps in Early Learning". Your 2 year old will learn socialization skills along with an introduction to phonics and French, all enhanced by our award winning fine arts programs including music, dance, dramatic play and visual arts. Beginning March 1st, we will be accepting registrations for our July and/or August program and for September 2010.

12th HOUSE HEALING ARTS Classical Homeopathy versus suppressing symptoms? “Classical 12th HOUSE HEALING ARTS Over 25 years caring for your health

Classical Homeopathy versus suppressing symptoms?
- “You are only as strong as your weakest link”. Pharmaceuticals suppress symptoms. Homeopathic medicine will help many conditions, acute infection and chronic disease. Most of all Homeopathy will enhance your resistance to stress and anxiety often the starting point of all illness.
New Years Detox?
- Programs to lighten up, and to cleanse your body

Give Your Body the Necessary Essentials
-- Douglas Labs and Pure Encapsulations are professional standard and high potency. Custom programs for individual requirements supplying the essential vitamins, minerals, EFA’s and more.

Remove congestion and improve energy flow
- Bio-Energy Massage 60 or 90 minute treatments Aroma therapy, Hand on Healing. Hot Stones, Reflexology, Shiatsu, in one treatment!

Why you are here?
- Understand your life’s lessons and gifts as a foundation to comprehend current cycle of manifestation with a Pleiades astrological reading.

Catherine Dean RCSHom, DCH
Classical Homeopath
“Over 25 Years Caring for Your Health”
www.12th-HouseHealingArts.ca
604-271-Heal (4325)
In the heart of Steveston

In June & July 2010, soccer fans from around the globe will gather in South Africa for the main event in the soccer world, the FIFA World Cup™. TRAVELBOECKER’s owner/manager and Steveston Travel Expert, Chris Boecker - was born in South Africa and offers in-depth knowledge of the country and its people. Chris is an explorer at heart and draws on extensive personal travel experience when guiding you to discover the hidden gems of Southern Africa – places often overlooked by the crowds.

TRAVELBOECKER offers a choice of great
FIFA World Cup™ travel packages , which include a MATCH TICKET, accommodation with daily breakfast, airport transfers, access to FIFA match day transportation and a local management team!
Imagine yourself in the middle of it all, at one of the 10 stadiums where the games will take place, along with thousands of your fellow fans.
Contact Chris Boecker
Phone: 604.338.9211
www.TRAVELBOECKER.com
Expert Travel Planning for Soccer Fans!
In your Community!

Follow us on Twitter: http://twitter.com/TravelBoecker

Stay up-to-date with our Blog: http://travelboecker.wordpress.com
www.TravelBoecker.com

BARK N’ FLY DOG WALKING We go play while you’re away!!!! While you are working long hours and your dog is at home all day alone, we can arrange to pick up and deliver your dog back to you at home or office for a 2-3 hour adventure walk in an off leash park with a limited number of other dogs. You will notice a huge difference in your dog. While your dog is out walking, your dog is socializing, learning and playing while exercising in a fun and positive environment. We have been in business now for almost 5 years and come with great references. Please call or email to arrange an assessment and get your pooch involved!!! I believe that your satisfaction should be guaranteed. Call Joanne 604 277 4686 or mobile 604 351 0336 Email: mantie@shaw.ca Website: www.barkandflypetcare.com

THE STONE HEDGE B&B

www.thestonehedge.com would like to thank all those great restaurants in Steveston, businesses and friendly folk who have made our guests feel welcome in our city for the Olympics.

For the month of March, The Stone Hedge is offering with every two day booking, the third night is free.

If you want to relax after a hectic month of Olympic preparation and entertaining, come and enjoy the quiet and pampering at our B&B just off No. 2 Road and Blundell. Call for reservations at (604) 274-1070. We look forward to seeing you.

RICHMOND MUSIC SCHOOL

CONCERTO CONCERT
Featuring Outstanding Students From
Richmond Music School
As soloists with the
Concerto Orchestra
James Malmberg, Conductor

Saturday, March 13, 2010 at 7:30 PM
Richmond Music School Recital Hall
11371 No. 3 Road, Richmond, BC V7A 1X3

Tickets: $15 Adults, $10 Students/Seniors
Free for 12 & under

Phone: 604-272-5227
Email: Richmondmusic@telus.net
www.richmondmusicschool.ca
ABRSM Representative for Canada
Richmond Music School 1980-2010
Now in its 30th season

CREATIVE MOVEMENT AND ART AND/OR BALLET. classes for boys and girls. Specializing in toddlers, preschoolers and the young child, 2 ½ to 9 years old. Groups are small, allowing for more personal attention.

-Our atmosphere is family oriented and you and your child will feel at home in our studio.
Each family is special, and each child is unique. All of our students are given the
opportunity to challenge themselves and develop their skills and talents at their own pace.

-Our classes are FUN! Your child will have a great time, all while learning, through dance,
skills that help their minds and bodies develop as they learn coordination, memorization,
and social skills.

www.movementstudio.ca - 604-272-0607
gabriela@movementstudio.ca

CANDY AISLE, Come into the Candy Aisle in Steveston located next to Mary’s Ice Cream on 2nd Ave. We have the most fun, unusual, yummy unique candy from all over the world. Get your special Valentines Day treats here and over 200 bulk penny candy’s to choose from!

GO CANADA GO !!!
from
Treasures Boutique

Holiday & cruise wear,
fabulous one-of-a-kind tops and separates
plus
Unique accessories.
Locally designed and crafted jewelry;
everything from basics to bling.

Spring colours & styles starting to appear !

Treasures has it all !

STRIPE GRAPHICS LTD. Stripe Graphics produces attractive, functional and results-oriented communication solutions. Whether you need a logo or wordmark designed, marketing materials for an event, tradeshow or specific one-time promotion, a newsletter, report, or website developed.

CAKE ART INC Patrice Cordier
110-12000 First Avenue
Richmond BC
V7E 3L9
Tel 604-271-8865

STEVESTON VILLAGE ORTHOPAEDIC & SPORTS THERAPY CLINIC

102 - 3811 Chatham St., Tel/Fax 604-241-0933

BASIC NATURE HEALTH & BODY STORE
** UNDER NEW OWNERSHIP**

As of February 1st, 2010, Basic Nature is under new ownership. The store will remain as a natural health store, specializing in vitamins, supplements, body care, and specialty food items, but we are open to ideas. Please come by and say hello to Melissa, the new owner, and let us know what you want YOUR local health store to be like. Keep your eyes peeled for info sessions, seminars, and new product lines or drop by to sign up for our e-mailing list. We hope to see you soon!

Basic Nature is located at 190-12420 No. 1 Rd. Richmond, BC. T: 604-271-1142
Store Hours: Mon-closed, Tues-Sat – 10am-6pm, & Sun- 11am-5pm

BODY MIND HARMONY - Energy- Based Healing and Cranial Sacral Therapy Integrative Energy Healing - A Safe, Natural Return to Good Health

Science has proven that around each person is an energy field. When clear, the body is in an harmonious state and is in an optimal position to fight off illness and cope with stress. A clear energy field allows a person to function well on all physical, mental, emotional and spiritual levels of life.

I work with clients to clear blocks and congestion in their energy fields - whether recent or long-held - which in turn provides relief from physical pain and emotional distress.

Clients have reported numerous benefits including relief from depression, relief from chronic and acute pain, stronger immune systems and increased relaxation and well-being.

Cranial Sacral Therapy - Supplementing my Integrative Energy Healing is my experience with Cranial Sacral Therapy, a subtle hands-on healing technique that releases restrictions in the body using non-invasive gentle touch.

If you have pain, soreness, or distress either physical or emotional, I can help you find relief. If you've given up on traditional medicine or wish to let your body heal using its’ natural abilities, please contact me today to find out more and learn how IEH and CST can help you.

For more information contact Monica at 604-789-5565 www.bodymindharmony.ca Basic Nature Health and Body Store 604-271-1142 #190-12420 No.1 Road in Steveston Village

ORIGINAL BC ART FOR SALE - by local Richmond impressionist artist, John B. Beatty. Affordable studio and plein air quality acrylic paintings at below gallery prices.
CONTACT ARTIST at 604-275-3066 to view by appointment only.

H2O HAIR & NAIL CO. is hopping!
Why? Because…“ WE’RE THE CHANGE YOU’RE LOOKING FOR” just ask any of our clients. Hair is our passion and color is our strength. *Mention this ad and receive Diamond Shine shampoo and conditioner when you book your color or highlights with SIMON.*

Our jewellery sales are brisk and I’ve recently added 2 new sterling silver designers’ creations. Local artist Christine Rio has an eye for outstanding designs. As I write this I’m almost sold out, so more coming soon. Her designs are one of a kind,…love it!
Daintier styles are available with my other selections from Aaron and these creations come from faraway places
Also with semi precious stones.
WIGS FOR KIDS will be receiving a huge selection of donated pony tails this month. And on board supporting the cause Is FREETOES socks. They have donated these designer toeless socks, so that everyone booking their appointment and donating their pony tail will receive their very own pair. Thank you Kate and Karina. 
I have a good selection and they’re only 5.00 a pair.

H2O is now a proud member of The Steveston Merchants Association.
Come join us Steveston merchants.
H2O HAIR & NAIL CO. 230-12240 SECOND AVE RICHMOND BC V7E 3L8
604 241 5593 www.h2ohairnail.com marleneath2o@hotmail.com

ART CLASSES FOR CHILDREN BEGIN APRIL

Ages 5-11 years. Enrol now! Classes limited to 5 spaces. More info visit: www.jodieblaney.com 8 week courses/2 hour sessions Offered from Steveston home art studio Reasonable rates include materials

COOL SECRET SPA LASER CLINIC

240 12240 Second Ave
604 803 5359
www.coolsecretspa.com
By appointment only.

SHADY ISLAND LIQUOR STORE has been proudly serving the Steveston community since 2007. Located on the picturesque Fisherman’s Wharf, next to Shady Island Seafood Bar and Grill, we are a boutique liquor store offering an eclectic selection of wines, beers and spirits. Come on down and check out our selection!
With the Spring season technically around the corner (although it felt like it came much earlier this year), it’s time to switch over from the warm embrace of hearty red wines to crisp and refreshing white wines. This month, Shady Island Liquor Store is proud to feature two outstanding BC white wines from JoieFarm in the Naramata Bench.

JOIEFARM “A NOBLE BLEND” - This wine is without a doubt JoieFarm’s flagship wine. It is also a testament of the quality of wine that can be produced in the Okanagan when care and attention to detail is taken. A blend of 6 different grapes dominated by Gewurztraminer, this wine is elegantly aromatic, jumping out of the glass with perfumed notes of rose water, citrus fruits, green pear, and stone fruits. On the palate, it is slightly off-dry with some residual sugar, but balanced out by some lively acidity, trumping your taste buds into thinking that it’s dry. Along with some restrained spice notes, there is a sensual fruit explosion of lime, grapefruit, apricot, and green apple with a fresh minerality. Crisp and clean, well balanced and satisfying.

JOIEFARM RIESLING - Riesling was one of the first grape varietals planted in the Okanagan when German immigrants settled there. Years later, the result is some of the best white wines from the area, this one included. Bursting with green apple, apple blossom and tropical aromas, this wine has a refreshing fruitiness that is kept in check by a pleasingly spritzy acidity. An orchard-basketful of green apple in the mouth is further complemented by notes of pineapple, a hint of candied ginger and pink grapefruit. This Riesling is absolutely fantastic and may lead you to a wine epiphany.

These two wines are multiple awards winners from vintage to vintage, with the 2008 vintage of the Riesling winning a 2009 BC Lieutenant-Governors Award for Wine Excellence and “A Noble Blend” winning Double Platinum from the 2009 Wine Press Northwest Platinum Judging. JoieFarm certainly does not disappoint with the 2009 vintage either as it is equally as fabulous. Both wines pair very well with a variety of foods, most notably with chicken, roasted turkey, and seafood, and is very versatile with many spicy ethnic foods. The JoieFarm “A Noble Blend” and Riesling are on special this month at Shady Island Liquor Store and can be purchased chilled as well.