Posted by Michael Lepore on May 18, 2012 | No Comments
If you are sticking around Vancouver, Richmond or other areas of MetroVancouver this weekend, you won’t be bored!
May 19th, outdoor pools and concessions are officially open and park rangers and beach lifeguards are on duty. The heated seaside outdoor pools at New Brighton Park, Second Beach in Stanley Park, and Kitsilano Beach Park. Lifeguards begin their summer duties at designated beaches from Spanish Bank West and stretching all the way around English Bay to Third Beach in Stanley Park. Trout Lake is the only freshwater, lifeguarded beach in Vancouver and is located in John Hendry Park.
On Sunday come to the Roundhouse Turntable Plaza opening! Official ceremony to celebrate the Roundhouse Community Arts and Recreation’s new outdoor public and community performance space. May 20 from noon – 4pm. Official ceremony 1:00 pm. Located at Davie St. and Pacific Blvd in Vancouver’s Yaletown.
A lower mainland tradition, the 66th Annual Cloverdale Rodeo and 123rd Annual Country Fair! One of the largest rodeos in Canada and the largest running fair in BC for the May long weekend, this extravaganza features the Fraser Valley’s largest midway and loads of family entertainment. May 18-21.
Take in a Night Market. Choose from Vancouver’s Chinatown at 100 and 200 Keefer Street, or Richmond’s Night Market , located at No 3 Rd and River Road, just a block from the Bridgeport Canada Line Station. Beginning May 18th.
There’s plenty to see and do all over the lower mainland this weekend. Check out more activities on the Find Family Fun in Vancouver website.
Posted by Michael Lepore on May 10, 2012 | No Comments
The next time you are looking for good quality food fast, you should check out one of Vancouver’s many street cart food vendors. The streets are buzzing with the announcement of the winners of the 12 new stationary spots that will hit Vancouver beginning May 1. These 12 new carts will bring the total number of food carts in Vancouver up to 103.
Vancouver’s 12 New Stationary Food Carts
The Burger Bus: Organic all-beef burgers. Located at Davie and Seymour
Mogu: Japanese-inspired street food. Located at Howe and Dunsmuir
Pig on the Street: British sandwiches featuring bacon. Located at 700 Howe Street
Guanaco Truck: Salvadoran cuisine including tamales and pupusas. Located at Georgia and Seymour
Rimfoodbaht: Authentic Thai cuisine. Located at Hamilton and Robson
Le Tigre: Chinese dim sum with a twist. Located at Alberni and Bute.
Soho Road Naan Kebab: Meat and Vegetable curries. Located at Smithe and Howe
Slingers: Italian North American cuisine. Located at West Hastings and Thurlow
Feastro: The Following Bistro: Organic Meat Sandwiches. Located at Canada Place Way and Thurlow
Kaboom Box: Seafood po’boys. Located at Georgia and Thurlow
Perodie Perogy: Delicious and unique perogies. Located at 700 Homer Street
Ze Bite: Featuring french cuisine including Boeuf Bourguignon. Located at W. Cordova and Burrard.
In addition to the 12 new carts, Vancouver features some fantastic food offerings at carts throughout the city.
If you are looking for Tacos you may want to try Off The Wagon located at 700 Howe St. or Tacofino located at 500 Burrard St. If you like Greek food you should try Nu Greek located at 600 Granville St. If you have a craving for BBQ you may want to try Re-Up BBQ located at 700 Hornby and also at 800 Robson.
There are so many options within Vancouver so if you are wondering what to eat, where to get it and when the food trucks are available view a list of all Vancouver Street Food Vendors or download the free app!
Posted by Michael Lepore on May 9, 2012 | No Comments
Only 3 days away! The Royal LePage Shelter Foundation National Garage Sale for Shelter. 100% of all proceeds are donated to local women and children shelters.
Our local event will be held at:
9500 Van Horner Way, Richmond (Between Costco and the Casino)
Saturday May 12, 2012 from 10:00am to 4:00pm
Thousands of items…. Something for everyone!!!
Furniture, Clothing, Books, toys, Kid items, small appliances and so much more.
Charity BBQ as well.
Posted by Michael Lepore on May 9, 2012 | No Comments
Attractive 2 bedroom, 2 bath suite in sought-after Cherrywood, one of a number of adult-oriented buildings in Richmond. Bring your house-sized furniture! Building has been fully rain-screened. Amenities include library, multi-purpose social room, guest suite, secure parking and storage. Centrally located with a Walk Score of 80: ”Very Walkable”.
East Cambie is very accessible and a favourite choice for many buyers.
Posted by Michael Lepore on May 9, 2012 | No Comments
Just sold a fabulous home in Olde Caulfeild, West Vancouver!
The Caulfeild area of West Vancouver is an historic and beautiful area. Home to some of the oldest, most-loved homes on the coast and now a prime choice of discerning buyers wishing to build their dream home in a well-established community. Olde Caulfeild is near the water’s edge with homes along the waterfront. Some of the most photographed areas of British Columbia’s west coast are seen from West Vancouver shores.
Walk through historic and picturesque Caulfeild. West Vancouver Archives provides maps and walking directions. The Caulfeild area is a comfortable 2.5 km stroll that takes approximately 45 minutes.
Visit some of the most established and historically preserved neighbourhoods in Metro Vancouver!
Posted by Michael Lepore on May 3, 2012 | No Comments
Richmond Summer Markets and Events
1) The summer Steveston Farmers and Artisans Market opens May 20 and runs June 3, June 17, July 15, July 29, August 5, August 19, September 2, September 16 and September 30.
The Steveston Farmer’s Market offers an array of wonderful fresh produce, amazing artistry and a variety of entertainers. It’s fun for the entire family.
The summer market takes place at the corner of Third Avenue and Moncton Street. The market is currently accepting applications from non-profit groups interested in applying for a fundraising food both, as well as summer market vendors. To apply to be a vendor visit www.sfam.ca.
2) The Richmond Night Market returns for 2012 with a brand new waterfront location located at 8351 River Road in Richmond. The Night Market runs May 18 to Oct. 8 on Friday and Saturdays from 7 p.m. to 12 a.m. and Sundays from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. The market boasts great food, great deals, a fantastic atmosphere and fun for the whole family. There will be a variety of vendors including crafts, merchandise, food and desserts plus carnival rides and a children’s amusement zone. For more information visit richmondnightmarket.com, follow them on Twitter @Rmdnightmarket or visit their Facebook Page
3) The 67th annual Steveston Salmon Festival takes place July 1 and everyone is invited to celebrate Canada’s biggest little birthday party. This year’s theme is Me to We – The Power of Youth! With a pancake breakfast, kids bike parade, a Canada Day Parade, Japanese cultural displays, an art show, children’s festival, carnival rides, a salmon barbeque, road hockey, a youth rock fest and a great entertainment line-up this is an event not to be missed.
Posted by Michael Lepore on May 3, 2012 | No Comments
This weekend, May 5th and 6th from 10 am – 4 pm, you are invited to come and enjoy over 35 sites in Richmond as they open their doors to the public. Free Admission. Choose from art galleries, national historic sites, museums, the new No 2 firehall, heritage landmarks and green spaces.
In celebration of Doors Open Richmond and Asian Heritage Month, live entertainment and refreshments will be held at the Richmond Cultural Centre, 7700 Minoru Gate on Saturday May 5th from 6:30pm – 9pm.
There’s also a Walk Richmond Tour Saturday at 10am that will take you around Steveston to visit a few venues participating in Doors Open Richmond. Meet at the Britannia Shipyards Historic Site.
This weekend’s free access is an excellent way to learn more about what the City of Richmond has to offer. You can pick up a brochure at participating venues or click here for an on-line version.
Posted by Michael Lepore on April 26, 2012 | No Comments
With spring in full swing, there are a number of charity walks hitting the streets of Vancouver, Richmond and the Lower Mainland. Whether you want to lace up your shoes and walk, come down to an event to cheer on participants or find a way to donate to the causes, we have compiled a list of some of the local Walks that you may wish to support.
Scotia Bank MS Walk – Richmond
Sunday April 29
Garry Point Park
Check-in Time: 8 a.m.
Start Time: 10 a.m.
The Scotia Bank MS Walk has a short route (2 km) and a long route (4 km) to choose from. Participants will walk on a beautiful tour around the kite field and will enjoy gorgeous views of the Strait of Georgia. For more information or to register visit: Scotia Bank MS Walk
Scotia Bank MS Walk – Vancouver
Sunday April 29
Ceperley Park in Stanley Park
Check-in Time: 8 a.m.
Start Time: 10 a.m.
With a choice of a 1 km, 3 km or 5 km route there really is something for every walker at this year’s Scotiabank MS Walk. For more information or to register visit: Scotia Bank MS Walk
Strides For Change – Mother’s Against Drunk Driving
June 9, 2012
Central Park, Burnaby
10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Walk, bike, roller blade, ride in your wheelchair or even ride a unicicyle for MADD Metro Vancouver’s 5 km Strides For Change Walk. In addition to the fundraising walk that will raise money and awareness for MADD programs, there will be entertainment, a bbq, a kids zone and more. For more information or to register visit Strides For Change.
Walk to Fight Arthritis
June 10, 2012
Athletes Village Plaza, Vancouver’s
Registration: 8:30 a.m.
Start-up Time: 10 a.m.
This walk is a great opportunity to raise funds to fight arthritis. Whether you battle arthritis or know somebody who does you can walk, raise money, help a great cause and perhaps win a great prize, too. For more information or to register visit: Walk To Fight Arthritis.
Posted by Michael Lepore on April 25, 2012 | No Comments
Just sold my listing in West Cambie area of Richmond BC in less than 3 weeks! Although currently only a handful of condo buildings are available in the area, which are mostly new or under construction, I was shocked by the amount of interest we received on this property.
3051 Airey Drive is on a small road with one other townhouse development and currently sits along vacant greenspace. With a combination of 1 and 2 bedroom apartments, Bridgeport Court is extremely convenient to all major routes.
View listings at 3051 Airey Drive, Richmond BC
Posted by Michael Lepore on April 20, 2012 | No Comments
Saunders Secondary School catchment is split. If you are in the neighbourhood West of Garden City, your Secondary School is Hugh McRoberts. East of Garden City, you will be in the Matthew McNair catchment.
They’re great schools. McRoberts is called a dual-track school, which means it offers both English and French Immersion for students in grade 8-12. Matthew McNair Secondary is recognized for its outstanding music and theatre departments. McNair Mini School is a program designed for academically motivated students with an enriched course of studies.
McRoberts Secondary is adjacent to South Arm Community Centre and Park which has great sports fields, programs, seniors’ activities and an outdoor pool with waterslide.
The elementary school in the Saunders neighbourhood is Walter E. Lee.
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