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 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 March 29, 2012 | No Comments
We’re gearing up for the Royal LePage Shelter Foundation Garage Sale that takes place May 12, 2012 and we are looking for your gently-used items that you no longer use. As you spring clean around your home and yard, keep our Charity Garage Sale in mind. We will pick up large items, but small items can be dropped off at our office.
To arrange for pickup contact: Michael Lepore info@accoladerealestate.ca or call Michael at 604-295-3974.
Even if you are outside of the Vancouver-area you can call Michael and he would be happy to find the nearest location for drop off so you can help support your local office.
More about The Royal LePage Shelter Foundation and Garage Sale:
The Royal LePage Shelter Foundation has helped to build new shelters, create playgrounds, support art therapy programs, cover the cost of crisis counselling and therapy and develop job training initiatives for more than 30,000 women and children each year.
Money is raised through a variety of initiatives and special events including the National Shelter Foundation Garage Sales that are hosted by more than 120 Royal LePage offices throughout Canada. In 2011 Royal LePage raised $420,000 from the National Garage Sale for Shelter.
Mark your calendars for the 2012 Garage Sale on May 12 .
Our local Vancouver Garage Sale for Shelter takes place at:
Salmon’s Transfer
100-950 Van Horne Way
Richmond, BC
To find your local garage sale, please contact Michael and he’ll help you find your local Garage Sale for Shelter.
Posted by Michael Lepore on February 2, 2012 | No Comments
Happy Ground Hog Day!
Legend has it that if a groundhog sees his shadow on Groundhog Day he’ll flee to his burrow, meaning six more weeks of winter, and if there is no shadow, spring is just around the corner. Though scientific studies show groundhogs are accurate only 37 per cent of the time, it’s a fun tradition and many Canadians anticipate word of the groundhog’s ‘prediction’, hoping for the good news that winter is almost over.
Two out of three of Canada’s famous groundhogs are calling for an early spring. Ontario’s Wiarton Willie and Nova Scotia’s rodent Shubenacadie Sam didn’t see their shadows when they emerged on Thursday morning. But Manitoba’s lesser known forecaster, Winnipeg Willow, is siding with Pennsylvania’s Punxsutawney Phil, who is calling for six more weeks of winter. Here’s hoping Willie and Sam are correct!
Posted by Michael Lepore on November 10, 2011 | 1 Comment
At 11 am Friday, November 11th, please stop and take a moment to honour the men and women who have risked or lost their lives for our freedom. We remember the sacrifices made by those that fought in the major wars of the last century and those who continue to serve our country during times of war, conflict and peace. Ceremonies are held throughout Metro Vancouver on Friday morning. The freedom we have in Canada, that most of us take for granted, is ours due to the people we honour today. Remember.
They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old:
Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn.
At the going down of the sun and in the morning,
We will remember them.
Lest we forget.
Posted by Michael Lepore on November 7, 2011 | No Comments
Took a stroll with my three favourite girls along the fabulous West Richmond Dyke Trail this weekend. Lots of families, dog walkers, joggers and cyclists enjoying the amazing November sunshine! The West Dyke Trail is a scenic 5.5 km path along the waterfront from the Northwest Terra Nova parkland to Garry Point Park in Steveston. Enjoyed a panoramic view of the mountains, the ocean, the Sturgeon Banks, the Gulf Islands and the numerous species of birds. There’s even a cattle crossing near Steveston!
Posted by Michael Lepore on October 31, 2011 | No Comments
Took in the fun and festivities this weekend for a bit of trick or treating in Steveston Village. Stevestson Merchants Association hosted a Scarecrow Crawl, featuring an array of scarecrows throughout the Village, at the storefront entrances. Children of all ages were dressed up and collecting treats on Saturday. Steveston is a year round destination for family-friendly events. Mark your calendar for the upcoming Christmas in Steveston Village on December 3rd, featuring the Festival of Trees and Christmas at the Gulf of Georgia Cannery.
Want more information on this wonderful place to live? Check out our Steveston Neighourhood information and Real Estate page.
Posted by Michael Lepore on October 28, 2011 | No Comments
This week, Jamie and I took our new daughter to pick out her first pumpkin. We were three of the thousands that visit Richmond Country Farms every year to take in the fun and music at their Pumpkin Patch. We rode the hay wagon, joined in the sing along, chose our pumpkin, and rode back to the grandstand where we were then entertained by Polly Pumpkin and Korny Korn. Stopped on our way out to pick up some fantastic produce from Country Farms Farmgate Market. Located 12900 Steveston Highway . Make sure to dress warmly and make sure everyone wears their rubber boots; even in the sunshine, it’s a muddy place!
If you are sticking around Vancouver, Richmond or other areas of MetroVancouver this weekend, you won’t be bored!
