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5 reasons to dine at Bella Vita Restaurant

1. Taste BillVoukelatos con-

tinental cuisine isa palate pleaser.

2. Variety Fromseafood, steak,

lamb and chick-en, you will enjoyan array of suc-culent choices.

3. Price Afford-able and com-

parable to otherfranchise restau-rants.

4. Ambience Welcome to the

casually elegantatmosphere witha warm and re-laxed feeling.

5. Service Itsexceptional.

Hard work and dedication make Bella VitaRestaurant a Maple Ridge landmark

Every morning, even beforemany Maple Ridge residentsare awake, Vassilios (Bill)Voukelatos is in his crowdedkitchen. However, he is notmaking breakfast. Hes busycutting fine meats, stirringaromatic sauces, slicing freshsalads and simmering soups

as he prepares for a variety ofmeals to be served at the BellaVita Restaurant.Hard work is Voukelatos

trademark and he has madeBella Vita a resounding suc-cess in Maple Ridge. Its awork ethic he developed onhis family farm in Greece. Inthe post-Second World Wareconomy, he knew finding em-ployment was going to be diffi-cult, so in 1964 he immigratedto Canada.Voukelatos spent seven years

in Montreal and Toronto train-ing to be a chef. He heard theweather was better in BritishColumbia, so in 1971 he ven-tured out west taking a job atthe Knight and Day restau-rant. In 1974, the Bella VitaRestaurant opened across thestreet, but three months later

it was listed for sale, and af-ter thoughtful consideration,Voukelatos purchased it.It has always been a success

all these years, says Voukela-tos. I work hard and I knowthe business, especially thecooking business.He says cooking is number

one and service is not far be-hind. Youve got to have themboth. Bella Vita, which canseat up to 220, has becomea place to celebrate a specialdate, birthdays, anniversa-ries, graduations, promotionsand couples have chosen thebeautiful atmosphere for theirwedding venues.The dining room tables are

presented with linen tablecloths and napkins, and com-plimented with elegant set-tings and sweet smelling free-sia each week. The decor hasa warm, modern feeling withmurals of Bills village area ofGreece; among them are Creteand Corfu, all painted by JohnGreco.Although Voukelatos is Greek,

the cuisine is continental. Theenticing menu provides a list

of savoury selections with rootsin many countries includingGermany. Ive had Germanssay my schnitzel is better thantheirs.Customers love to try a new

culinary experience eachweek, tasting new foods whilecreating memories. Among

the most popular dishes Billdescribes, are the three-course Chefs Choice steakand lobster, and rack of lambat $29.95; included are achoice of one of the six appeal-ing appetizers and one of thefour divine desserts. For theadventurous, you may choosefrom entrees of prime rib, hali-but, and leg of lamb, chickenbreast and sockeye salmon.Appetizer items on our regularmenu at the Bella Vita includeescargot, prawns, mussels,seafood chowder and Frenchonion soup.Having the tantalizing cha-

teaubriand at $64.95, aluscious seafood platter at$89.95, and the spectacularbeef and seafood platter at$99.95 is a nice way to sharea special evening.

The seafood selections rangefrom $18.95 to $33.95, schnit-zels and pastas sell at under$20. We also have an appeal-ing six-item low-calorie menuand an inviting childrensmenu.For a more casual evening,

the adjoined Odyssey pub-

style Bistro serves a great se-lection of meals. Here we visitand meet new friends whilecheering on our favorite teamson the four HD TVs. Thereis also a separate privateroom which accommodatesup to 55 people per seating.Thats a fantastic spot to watchsports. It has four HD televi-sions and a 152-inch HD pro- jection screen. Its decoratedwith Vancouver Canucks andsoccer memorabilia. In re-cent years, Vassillios has been joined in the restaurants op-eration by his son Evagelos,21, who manages the front,generating fresh ideas as hecontinues his education, whiledad continues his joy of cook-ing back in the kitchen.Im trying to bring in a new

younger clientele, says Evage-

los. People have the ideafrom walking past the diningroom window with all the crisplinens in view, that its a priceyplace to dine and only for spe-cial occasions. But that is notnecessarily the case.He maintains that compared

to many fine-dining franchise

restaurants in the Lower Main-land, Bella Vita is more afford-able with excellent quality. Itsa good place for a first date.Just because Evagelos has

come on board doesnt meanhis dad is going anywheresoon.I will never quit, at least until

my hands and legs tell me togo, says Voukelatos.That is good news for both

long-time and brand new peo-ple who grace the Bella VitaRestaurant with their presenceas they enjoy this casually-elegant experience with familyand friends. Bill & Evageloswould like to extend a sincereThank You to all of their cus-tomers and friends.

Vassilios (Bill) Voukelatos, Owner


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22471 Lougheed Hwy., Maple Ridge22471 Lougheed Hwy., Maple RidgePlease Call for Reservations 604-467-3212Please Call for Reservations 604-467-3212

Hours of OperationHours of OperationSunday - Thursday 11:00 am - 10:00 pmSunday - Thursday 11:00 am - 10:00 pmFriday - Saturday 11:00 am - 11:00 pmFriday - Saturday 11:00 am - 11:00 pm

Sat rs Baked French Onion Soup Chilled Tiger Prawn Cocktail Escargotbaked in garlic butter New England Seafood Chowder Caesar Saladtopped with parmesan cheese Avocado Supremestuffed with shrimp & topped w/brandy sauce

E t s

Oven Roasted Prime Ribwith Yorkshire Pudding Filet of Halibuttopped with dill sauce Roast Leg of Lambwith homemade mint sauce Chicken Breasttopped with crabmeat & barnaise sauce Wild Sockeye Salmontopped with shrimp & hollandaise sauce Baby Back Ribsmarinated with barbeque sauce

De s rt Chocolate Mousse Tiramisu Crme Caramel Lemon or Strawberry Shortcake

Special Valentine Menu Featured BOOK NOW!!

This offer is available untilthe end of February

*Excluding Valentines Day

Vassilios (Bill) & son EvagelosVoukelatos would like to thank

their friends & patrons fortheir continued support for the

last 36 years!To show their appreciation

they are pleased to offer someanniversary savings.

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For a more casual fare for Lunch or Dinner, visit ourOdyssey Pub Style BistroWe offer the same great food & service in a relaxed

environment. Enjoy the generously portioned Bistro menu

and a casual drink with your friends while enjoying

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5 consumer tips

1. Check with the Better

Business Bureau on

the company yourecontemplating doing

business with before

you invest.

2. Follow the manufac-

turers specifications

for proper installa-tion, care and main-

tenance on all your

product investments.

3. Allow natural materi-

als to acclimate to

their environment forthe recommended

period of time prior to

installation.

4. Always get more

than one estimate

and compare applesto apples. The best

price is not always

the best value.

5. Always purchase a

little bit extra product

for possible futurerepairs and additions.

Laminate Warehouse a leader in quality fl ooringWhen you walk in the front

door of Laminate Warehouseyou immediately get the feel-ing that youre dealing with acompany that has your bestinterest at heart. All of theirproducts are beautifully dis-played with visible price tagson each piece. Free estimates,free samples and guaran-teed lowest prices are someof the standard policies thathave helped make this locallyowned company a leader inthe flooring industry.Owners Shayne Saunders and

his wife YT strongly believe in

a no-nonsense approach toserving customers. No games,no gimmicks just greatservice, knowledgeable staffand a commitment to qualityworkmanship. We believein what we sell and how wesell it, says Saunders. As a

member of the Better BusinessBureau, Laminate Warehouseis committed to treatingcustomers fairly. They stronglyrecommend obtaining a freecompany report from the BBBprior to doing business withany company. Investigatebefore you invest it says alot about a company if theyhave multiple complaints. Ourreputation means everything tous and that is why we closelyfollow the standards of theBBB, he adds.Laminate Warehouse offers

a huge selection of laminate,

carpet, hardwood, vinyl,baseboards, mouldings, andmore. We only carry top qualityproducts that are backed by thebest warranties in the industry.It was not long ago that weintroduced the new QuickLocklaminate system, which is far

superior to any other systemon the market. Not only is iteasier and faster to install, itis also stronger, which helpsto eliminate gapping, and iteven comes with a lifetimewarranty says Saunders. Itpays to do some consumerresearch on the differentoptions that are available, asnot all products are createdequal. When we compareour QuickLock system to thecompetition, the difference inquality immediately shows. Weencourage consumers to bringin any competitors sample and

compare both systems sideby side, he adds. Visit theirshowroom for a free installationdemo and see for yourselfwhy QuickLock is simply thebest laminate flooring on themarket today!Not only does Laminate

Warehouse carry productsthat are easy to install for thedo-it-yourself customer, theyalso offer professional installa-tion by uniformed, licensed &insured installers that are cov-ered by WCB. The big advan-tage with our installation teamsis consistent results. Satisfac-tion is 100% guaranteed,says Saunders. For the peoplewho prefer to do the job them-selves, they offer sound adviceand free on-site consultations.They will even lend you thetools to get the job done.Last year saw some big chang-

es as Laminate Warehousemoved to their new location onDewdney Trunk Road.The move to a bigger prem-

ises, the addition of wall to wallcarpet, and the ability to nowoffer innovative vinyl products,such as Drop & Done and

Click & Done have madeLaminate Warehouse a com-plete flooring store, ready tohandle any job, big or small.Their customers range fromhomeowners doing a one-room makeover, to wholehouse renovations. They alsocater to contractors, buildersand developers. We prideourselves on our customerservice. Whether it is a $20sale or a $100,000 contract,people want to be treatedfairly, says Saunders. Ourlow prices bring customers in,and our level of service brings

them back.Be sure to visit their new loca-

tion at 22753 Dewdney TrunkRoad in March and see whylocal consumers have madeLaminate Warehouse their firstchoice for Quality Products atWarehouse Prices!

YT & Shayne Saunders, Owners


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5 consumer tips

1.Know what you dontknow be clear andhonest with yourself

in identifying situa-tions where you mayneed legal advice.

2. To be successful inbusiness, you have tobe prepared to spend

a dime to save a dollar but dont spend adollar to save a dime.

3. Always be open toasking questions ofyour lawyer, ac-

countant and otherprofessional advisors.Understand clearlywhat youre paying for.

4. When pursuing apersonal injury claim,always understand

that an insurancecompany is not yourfriend.

5. Dont bring a knifeto a gunfight makesure your lawyer has

the time and expertiseto meet the challengeof a personal injurycase in court.

Becker fi rm adds expertise to meet new demandThe biggest transfer of wealth

in history is beginning to hap-

pen.

The earliest Baby Boomers

are reaching their retirement

years and passing away, hand-

ing down their assets often

quite substantial because of

the dramatic increases in prop-

erty values over the past half-

century to their offspring.

This, in turn, can raise several

kinds of legal implications as

to what happens with all that

money. And preparations for

this new demand for their ser-

vices are well under way at thePitt Meadows-based law firm

Becker & Company Lawyers.

The benefits of decades of

hard work are being passed

into the hands of a new gen-

eration, said the firms owner,

John Becker. Without proper

legal and tax planning, much

of that value could be lost to

taxes.

The Becker firm just hired

on a new lawyer, Ms. Jaime

Ashby, with special expertise

in tax law to help meet the new

demand.

It is also readying to take on

more work in two other areas:

personal injury claims and le-

gal issues associated with the

resurgence of the B.C. econ-

omy.

On personal injury cases,

Becker said the 50 years of

experience represented bylead lawyers Gene Fraser and

Tom Dinsley gives clients the

assurance of quality legal rep-

resentation.

The larger size of the firm has

allowed the firm to develop key

relationships with the private

sector to help fund the often

lengthy and expensive court

battles involved when taking

on insurance companies.

Those companies will spend

big money to prevent claims

from succeeding, he said,

and use lawyers who special-

ize in those types of cases at

all times. In reply, the Becker

firm can offer not just its expe-

rience and financial backing,

but full-time dedication of one

of its lawyers to such a case.

Here we have the ability to

have one lawyer who does

nothing for one month but bein court for this client, Becker

said.

And on the rebound of the

economy, Becker said projects

that had been stalled are now

going ahead, and the business-

es pursuing them are growing

in size and complexity.

Their needs are becoming

more sophisticated and com-

plicated, and we believe its

important that clients under-

stand the cost-benefits of legal

planning when theyre reorga-

nizing their business.

The ability to take on these

various new demands marks

the substantial growth of the

firm since it was first founded

by Becker as a small law office

in Maple Ridge in 1981.

The firm now has seven law-

yers and with 20 staff has

quadrupled its office floorspace when it moved to its

current location less than two

years ago.

Becker said his law office pro-

vides the best of both worlds

for those in the area seeking

legal assistance.

The technology we use is

state-of-the-art, were using

the same systems as the big

firms in Vancouver, he said.

We can offer an equivalent

competency closer to home,

at a better price point. And we

can react in a nimble way to

changes in best practices as

well as technology.

But at the same time, the firm

is in no danger of evolving into

a big box legal firm, Becker

said.

No one here wants it to be-

come that, he said. When

people come in, its on a first-name basis. Theyre not in-

timidated. If theyve got kids,

weve got crayons and colour-

ing books at the front desk.

We know our clients and they

know us.

John Becker

Generations of experience provide service you can trust.


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So why does

John Becker lookso young?

LAWYERS & NOTARIESBusiness Law Real Estate Family Law & Mediation Litigation ICBC & Personal Injury Probate & Estate Planning

604 465 9993 BECKERLAWYERS.CA04 465 9993 BECKERLAWYERS.CA Meadowvale Center 230 19150 Lougheed Hwy, Pitt Meadows

Hes got help. With five sixfull-time lawyers and 12 staff, John Beckers law firm is one of the largest and oldest law

firms in the region. One centrally-located office at Meadowvale Shopping Center serves businesses with corporate

and litigation needs and private individuals with their personal legal needs. Our new website, sporting photos

of our youthful lawyers, says it all. Experience counts. But you make the call.

Becker & Companyhas been practicing lawfor 100 years.

6 LAWYERS. 100 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE. 30 YEARS IN THE REGION.

Hes got help.With six full-time lawyers and 12 staff, John Beckers law firm is one of the largest and oldest

law firms in the region. One centrally-located office at Meadowvale Center serves businesses with corporate

and litigation needs and private individuals with their personal legal needs. Our new website, sporting photos

of our youthful lawyers, says it all. Experience counts. But you make the call.


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5 reasons to shop at Home Hardware

1. Excellent customer

service. Hassle free

shopping experience.

2. Friendly and knowl-

edgeable staff.

3. Competitive pricing. 4. Wide selection of

merchandise.

5. 100% Canadian

owned

Expert advice, service sets Home Hardware apartNeighbourhood stores are an

anchor in the community. They

cater to the basic needs of res-

idents, provide convenience

and personalized service.

Home Hardware is a leading

example of this business mod-

el. Even though it is part of a

large corporation, each store is

independently owned and re-

flects the community it serves.

We all belong to the same

buying group but as an owneryou have the flexibility to per-

sonalize your store, said Scott

ODell, who owns the Home

Hardware in Maple Ridge.

It gives you the opportunity

to find that niche in each com-

munity.

Home Hardware has certainly

found their niche in the lawn

and garden area and have be-

come known for a place where

you can find the product and

service you need. The store

carries a wide selection of sea-

sonal patio furniture, lighting,

garden tools, planters, fertiliz-

ers, hoses, ornaments and of

course barbecues. Custom-

ers will also find a variety of

lawn and garden equipment,everything from blowers and

mowers to trimmers and lawn-

tractors. Each is delivered

and assembled at no extra

charge. That is very rare for

any store. said ODell. Home

Hardware also has a full time

repair shop which fixes every-

thing from lawnmowers and

landscaping equipment

With hundreds of products

to choose from, Home Hard-

ware has every decorating and

renovation need covered. The

store has a dedicated electri-

cal, plumbing, painting, hard-

ware, housewear and sporting

goods department.

When asked how he com-

petes with larger box storecompetitors, ODell responds

With 1,100 Home Hardware

stores across the country,

Home Hardware certainly has

enough buying power to be

price competitive and the di-

versity of products available to

each store is enormous but its

our service that separates us

from our competitors.

Apart from having friendly and

knowledgeable staff who can

help you with any household

need, Home Hardware will fix

most anything, will assemble

everything and will deliver for

free.

And by the way, we dont

even charge an annual fee to

shop here, ODell jokes.Home Hardware is also a

100% Canadian-owned com-

pany with each store being

owned separately by a mem-

ber of that community.

Most of the employees at

Home Hardware have worked

there for years and have estab-

lished personal relationships

with their customers. They of-

fer expert advice, friendly ser-

vice and provide a hasslefree

shopping experience.

They take pride in what

they do and care more, said

ODell.

We go through days where

every other customer we know

by name.

We want people to come-back so well go that extra mile

to find them what they need.

If we dont have it, well get

it for you.

Scott ODell, Owner


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5 consumer tips

1. Plan your per-

sonal visit so you

can enjoy a com-plimentary lunch

or dinner.

2.Speak to current

residents to find

out how they feelabout the retire-

ment community.

3. Get to know the

person who will

be taking you onyour personal visit

so they can cus-

tomize your visit.

4. Ask to meet the

chef.

5. To get the full

experience of a

retirement com-munity, ask about

a trial stay.

Willow Manor offers levels of independenceFor many seniors, one chal-

lenge in picking a retirement

home is finding a place that will

provide the different levels of

care they will need over time.

Willow Manor Seniors Com-

munity is attempting to address

that. It already offers indepen-

dent retirement and complex

care suites, and is planning to

open an in-between level of light

care in February.

Willow Manor marketing man-

ager Cindy Hiebert said the light

care program will allow seniors

to receive some needed care

while remaining involved in so-

cial activities and communitylife.

In combination with the inde-

pendent retirement and com-

plex care suites, it will allow

Willow Manor residents to re-

ceive increased care when they

need it, while still keeping many

elements of independence.We have all three levels, she

said. That really separates us

from the competition.

Hiebert said the advantage of

those different levels of care is

that people can start with an

independent retirement suite

and move to more care when

they need it without leaving the

building.

It allows them to age in place,

she said. Its just very conve-

nient.

Light care could include such

elements as assistance with

bathing, medication and dress-

ing and undressing, issuesmany seniors deal with while still

desiring to retain some of their

independence.

Youre still independent to a

certain degree, Hiebert said.

Another particular focus of Wil-

low Manor is providing a plethora

of social activities for residents.For most seniors coming in,

the two most important fac-

tors are food and a social life,

Hiebert said. We have a wide

variety of different activities; its

just a matter of picking what you

want.

Inside the manor, Willow offers

fitness classes, bingo and Happy

Hour events several times every

week. They also have Tai Chi,

pet therapy, a Knitters Club,

regular visits from entertainers

and books dropped off from the

library. Willow also does special

events, including the upcoming

Robbie Burns Dinner.Hiebert said one very popular

recurring event is Willows after-

noon teas.

We have different teas through-

out the month, she said. The

ladies love to get together and

use the fancy teacups.

In addition to scheduled ac-tivities, Willow Manor also has

plenty of facilities for casual

recreation. It has a games room,

an activity room, a fitness area,

library areas among others. It

has its own hair salon and a

hairdresser who makes regular

trips to the facility. Residents

can make their own regular or

one-off appointments.

Willow also has regular church

services at the facility, led by

Catholic and Anglican clergy,

but conducted in a non-denom-

inational style.

Hiebert said its crucial to pro-

vide a diverse assortment of en-tertainment and services at the

manor to make things easy for

those who live there.

Its very important to have a lot

of activities on site, she said.

Theyll have quite a wide vari-

ety of things to try.

Willow tries to provide accessto lots of entertainment options

and community events and ser-

vices as well, including trips to

restaurants, casinos, and vari-

ous shops.

We have our own bus that

goes out into the community,

Hiebert said.

Willow Manors location, on 224

Street near 122 Avenue, also al-

lows for convenient access to

many shops and services.

Were very centrally located in

Maple Ridge, so its easy for our

residents to get around, Hie-

bert said.

At the manor itself, the focus ison trying to make residents and

visitors as comfortable as pos-

sible.

When people walk in, they feel

at home, Hiebert said. Seniors

want something thats bright,

warm and homey.

Cindy Hiebert, Marketing Manager


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12275 224 St

Maple Ridge604 466-8602

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5 reasons to go to the Billy Miner Pub

1. Ambience The

historical character is

authentic, no fran-chise feel whatsoever

to the cozy confines of

the Billy Miner.

2. Scenery The view

of the Fraser River, a

working waterway, isserene and spectacu-

lar.

3. Food Home cooked

mouth-watering

smokehouse andbarbecue items with

unusual names on the

menu.

4. Daily specials

Lots of variety from

all-you-can-eat ribson Mon. to Railroad

Martinis on Wed. and

Sunday Holy Water

5. Game nights

Friendly faces and

fun times watchingsports.

Cory, Savannah, Heather, Angela, Vicki Block, Manager, Tom Crawford, Kitchen Manager, Kasey Kieler, Manager.

Billy Miner Pub brings back the pastEverything old is new again at the

Billy Miner Pub.

As it has for a century, the build-ing stands stately overlooking themighty Fraser River and the old

Canadian Pacific Railway tracksat what was once the thriving

community of Port Haney.The neighbourhood pub on Riv-

er Road was bought a year ago,and extensive renovations werestarted right away. The interior

has already been completed andthe pub, along with good food and

beverages, serves up heapinghelpings of history. This year, the

old post office building next door,previously used as a liquor store,

will be converted into the PortHaney Coffee House with a patioconnecting the two buildings. It

will be family friendly and conve-nient for commuters on the West

Coast Express.Were dusting off an old building

and bringing back the history of

Port Haney, says Billy Miner Pubmanager Niki Reibin. We want tobring it back to that gem on the

river.The building will be 100 years

old on Oct. 1 and has been de-clared a heritage site. It was builtas a Bank of Montreal, just the

third in British Columbia. In 1932,the bank moved up to Lougheed

Highway after a fire destroyedmost of Port Haney, but the origi-

nal two-storey building survived.It was then used for housing, andafter the Second World War, many

veterans and their families stayedthere as they awaited their new

homes. The building was bought

in 1973 by Don and Bernice Geh-ring, who restored it and openedthe pub in 1981.When doing the renovations last

year, workers found old bank led-gers from 1921. The cooler is the

old bank safe and the doors arefrom the wickets where the tellers

stood. The pub is now decoratedin every nook and cranny with oldbottles, jugs, books and train lan-terns. The walls are crammed full

of framed newspaper clippings,pictures and historical memora-

bilia, including a classic Bank ofMontreal calendar. An old wood

stove sits in the corner. The signabove the front door is old-stylestained glass.

Its sort of like walking on oldbones, says Reibin as she makes

her way through the pub.The whereabouts of Billy Miners

actual bones, however, are un-known.The 60-year-old American, along

with cohorts in crime Shorty Dunnand Lewis Colquhoun, pulled off

British Columbias first train rob-bery on Sept. 10, 1904 boarding

CPR No. 1 just after it left Mis-sion. They took more than $6,000in gold dust, $914.37 in cash and

an $80,000 bond before escap-

ing across the Fraser River andthen on horseback into the United

States.Miner was caught in 1905 rob-

bing a train near Kamloops and

incarcerated at the B.C. Peniten-tiary from which he escaped on

June 24, 1906.On the pubs west wall is a $1,500

wanted poster from the CPR, anda $500 one issued by police fol-lowing his prison escape. Miner

was never caught after that and isbelieved to have died in the U.S.

During the robbery, Miner andhis little gang left $7.94 scattered

across the baggage car, a figurethe pub has pegged as its price

for a jug of beer on Mondays. Themenu is littered with references toMiner, the robbery and the bank

including Billys Ribbies, BankRobber Quesadillas, Shorty Dunn

Smokehouse Wings, Train RobberNachos, Billy Hash, Put-them-upHash, Fill the Vault three-meat

entree, Chili Billy and a Hands-upand Hold the Meat Panini. Theprices, ranging from $7 to $20,

are affordable and dont makepatrons feel like theyve been

robbed, unlike CPR officials morethan a century ago.History may ooze out of every

plank in the place but its mixedin with lots of large screen televi-

sions and keno games. Its a par-ticularly popular place to watch

hockey and other sports alongwith friendly faces.The pub has also revived an old

pub tradition of music jams onSunday nights. Its a mix of blues

and old rock put together by Rob-

ert Campbell, the same man whodid it for the previous owners.Its just one more old thing that is

new again at the Billy Miner Pub.

Suzanne Dunn, Manager


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5 reasons to enroll at Yuens Family Martial Arts Character Development Centre:

1. We provide the

most comprehensive

characterdevelopment program.

2. Classes are safe, fun

and full of fitnes.

3. With over 70 classes

per week, we offer

the widest variety ofprograms.

4. Our business is to

create leaders in our

community.

5. No contracts.

Yuens Family Martial Arts teaches core valuesYuens Family Martial Arts has

something for everyone in theFamily! Check them out!Yuens Family Martial Arts

continues to be a leader inthe industry by adding newprograms, while continuallyupgrading their currentprograms. The communitiesof Maple Ridge and PittMeadows clearly identifyYuens as the leader incharacter development. Thishas been a major focus ofours over the past five years,says school owner PerryBateson. Teaching the corevalues of respect, confidenceand discipline in an agespecific and age appropriatemanner, tailored to the needs

of each individual student, isour mission. Our teachingstrategies and classroomsystems are designed to investin the long-term developmentof our students. Yuens is theUltimate Martial Arts, Fitnessand Character DevelopmentFacility.Yuens offers over 70 classes

per week and provides thegreatest variety of classes inthe market.

Youth Programs: We havethree entry level programs forchildren. Little Dragons thisis our 4 year old program. Ju-nior Ninjas this program isfor our 5 and 6 year olds andour main Tae Kwon Do pro-gram is for 7 year olds and up.

We have also just introduceda new program for 8 12year olds - Brazilian Jiu Jitsu(BJJ). BJJ is a comprehensiveground self defence art. All ofour youth programs are com-plimented with our POWerfulWords Character Developmentprogram.Teen and Adult Programs:

We provide a wide varietyof programs for teens andadults. We offer a 12-24week Introduction to MartialArts program. This programprovides a personalized fitnessplan and is designed for thebeginner. From here there areseveral options one can take.We have a Black Belt programin Tae Kwon Do, a Black Belt

program in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu(BJJ), a Black Belt ProgramIn Mixed Martial Arts (MMA)(only program available inthe market), a Self Defenceprogram (based in Kungfu) and the ultimate fitnessprogram called Cardio CageFit.Family: Yuens schedule and

pricing is designed to accom-modate the family. There issomething for every memberof the family at a reasonableprice.We encourage everyone to

come out and try our pro-grams. We are a low pressureschool without contracts. Wewant students to train with usbecause they love our pro-

grams. We are very family-oriented and we are moreprogressive and practical totodays environment vs. beingtraditional. We have been serv-ing the communities of MapleRidge and Pitt Meadows formore than 16 years. Changinglives and making leaders is ourbusiness.When you are ready to train

in Martial Arts call us at Yuensand come check us out. Fordetailed information on any ofour programs check us out atwww.yuens.ca or give us a call604.460.0046.

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5 reasons to shop at Roots Natural

1. Knowledgeable staff

and old-fashioned

customer service.

2. Quality tested

supplements.

3. Wide selection of

wheat-free and

gluten-free foods.

4. 100% certified

organic produce.

5. No chemicals, pre-

servatives, artificial

flavours or colours,guaranteed.

Healthy, natural products the cornerstone of RootsJeff Miller has run Roots

Natural Organic Foods for two

decades now, but the store

has changed significantly in

that time.

I bought it 20 years ago,

Jeff says. It was a quarter of

the size it is now.

There have been significant

product changes in that time,

too, as the store has evolved

from a specialty shop into a

full-service organic grocery.

It was your typical hippie

granola thing, Jeff says.Now were full-service.

Jeff says the stores mission

hasnt changed, however.

Were trying to help people

be healthy, he says. We try

to sell good natural products.

Jeff says eating properly and

living healthily is a lifestyle,

and hes tried to make his

store a community-focused

place that can help people do

that.

Thats the way I live, he

says. I made it a store I

would want to shop in.

Jeff says it can be difficult for

people to make sure theyre

buying natural products at a

regular grocery store, which

is where Roots Natural comesin.

We do the shopping for

you, he says. You dont

have to read the labels,

because we do. We stand

behind all our products.

Jeff co-owns the store with

his wife, Tammy. She says

theyre committed to ensur-

ing only the best products are

sold in their store.

We dont sell it unless weve

tried it, she says.

A growing part of their busi-

ness has been natural dietary

supplements, which Jeff says

are crucial to overall health in

this era of heavily processed

foods.

No matter how good youthink you eat these days, you

cant get everything from your

foods, he says. Youve got

to fill that gap, and thats what

the supplements do.

The store was founded in

1971, and Jeff says its the

oldest remaining natural foods

store in the Lower Mainland.

He says Maple Ridge has

been the perfect location for

him.

The customer base is awe-

some, he says. The loyal

day-to-day customer has built

our business. If you want to

build a good natural food cus-

tomer base, this is the place

to build it.

Jeff says many of his custom-ers and their families have

been coming to the store for

decades.

Its a whole community, he

says. Weve hired lots of our

customers kids.

The store also hosts speak-

ers on healthy living. Jeff says

the speakers are an important

part of their goal to improve

peoples health.

We just try to educate

people, he says.

Jeff says the education has

caught on, as theres an ever-

growing interest in natural

foods.

Health foods arent just for

hippies any more, theyre

for everyone, he says. Itsa part of everyday life; its a

lifestyle.

Tammy & Jeff Miller, Owners


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5 consumer tips

1.Make sure your dry

cleaner uses cur-

rent technologies toremove spots from

garments.

2. Bring in stained

garments as soon as

possible.

3. Do not iron stained or

soiled clothing. This

will set stains anddrive the soil deeper

into the fabric.

4. Do not rub a stain,

especially when

trying to remove onefrom silk.

5. If goods with a

strong chemical

odour are returned toyou frequently, try a

different dry cleaner.

Eco-friendly dry cleaning key at Meadows CleanersAt Meadows Cleaners, locat-

ed in both Maple Ridge and

Pitt Meadows, the priority is to

provide unequalled dry-clean-

ing service, specifically using a

system that does as little en-

vironmental damage as pos-

sible. Sohrab Yazdgerdian and

his wife Mahnaz operate the

Pitt Meadows location, while

his brother Russ, and Russ

son Ardeshir, run the store in

Maple Ridge.

At some point, our world

is going to have to pay the

price for not being environ-

mentally friendly; poor prac-

tices will catch up, says Russ

Yazdgerdian.

One of the key tactics they

take is using advanced ma-

chinery that reduces or elimi-

nates much of the waste tra-

ditionally generated in the

dry-cleaning process. They

even have a way to removewaste from the water used so

it can be recycled.

We have a filter machine that

takes out all the sludge, Russ

says. Even the water is biode-

gradable.

Another focus is their use of

EcoSolv, a non-toxic substance

that doesnt have a harmful

impact on the environment.

Its environmentally friendly

and biodegradable, says

Russ.

Using less-toxic solvents ben-

efits everyone, from the work-

ers who dont have to inhale

harmful chemicals, to the

customers who can feel good

about the fact that when they

bring their items to Meadows

Cleaners, their dry-cleaning

doesnt damage the planet.

Its good for my staff, my

customers and myself, Russ

smiles. My staff doesnt haveto worry.

EcoSolv also carries another

distinct advantage over con-

ventional solvents; it doesnt

have a noticeable odour, so

clothes are available to be

worn instantly.

If you use other solvents,

you cant use the clothes right

away, says Russ. My stuff,

there is no smell.

Also, unlike some other sol-

vents, Ecosolv also cleans

without carrying the risk of

destroying fabric. This benefit,

combined with their advanced

equipment, allows Meadows

Cleaners to promise their cus-

tomers that their garments will

not be harmed by their clean-

ing process.

I guarantee items will not be

damaged, Russ says. There

are no worries about shrinking,

colour loss, any of that kind ofthing, thanks to our high-tech

machinery.

The environmental focus ex-

tends to their garment bags,

which are biodegradable.

They crush in six to eight

weeks, Russ says. The other

bags take years.

Another important factor

about the bags we use,

shared Russ, is that they are

also made in this country.

Russ strongly believes in the

importance of supporting

Canadian business whenever

possible.

Meadows Cleaners can clean

everything from leather jackets

to silks to suede to tuxedos to

wedding gowns, and they even

clean non-apparel items. We

do all sheepskin and wool rugs

and so much more, Russ

says.

They do same-day serviceon many items, and are open

from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday

through Friday, and 9 a.m. to 5

p.m. on Saturdays.

They also have a seamstress

who does zippers, hems and

all other sorts of alterations

and repairs.

For the entire Yazdgerdian

family, the larger focus is not

just running a dry-cleaning

business, but rather running a

business that does a great job

of dry-cleaning while taking

care of the environment.

If I couldnt be environmen-

tally-friendly, I wouldnt have a

business, Russ declares. We

all have to do our part for the

planet.

Sohrab and Mahnaz Yazdgerdian, Owners

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5 consumer tips

1.Is the store an

established

business?

2.Does the store

offer delivery and

set up?

3. Does the store

have the selec-

tion you need?

4. Does the store

have knowledge-

able and trainedstaff?

5. Does the store

offer personalized

customer service?

Bruce Fuller and wife Linda, with sons Justin and David at Fuller Watson furniture, received a Lifetime Achievement Award from the Maple Ridge-Pitt Meadows Chamber of Commerce.

Customer service Fuller Watsons key to successFuller Watson has a new look

this year.

The two-storey retailer, locat-

ed on the corner of Lougheed

Highway and 224th Street,

has undergone a storefront

makeover and now boasts new

framed windows, doors and

outdoor signage.

Its an old building and it was

time for a needed upgrade,

says manager Bruce Fuller.

Starting out as a general store,

the family-run business was

started by Bruces grandfather

in 1924. When he was only

eight years old, Bruce started

contributing to the Fuller Wat-

son legacy, first sweeping the

sidewalks of the store outside,

then running the warehouse,

then the hardware store, and

now managing what the store

is today.

The Fuller team now includes

Bruces wife Linda, and sons

David and Justin.

Over the years, Fuller Watson

has become a fixture in the

community. The secret to the

stores success is customer

service, says Bruce. Its what

has kept customers coming

back to the retailer for more

than eight decades.

Its just making sure that at

the end of the day people are

happy with the product that

theyve purchased, added

Justin. If there are issues at

the time of delivery or after de-

livery, well look after them to

make sure they have a quality

product for many years.

Fuller Watson provides de-

livery throughout the Lower

Mainland as well as appliance

installation. With a full parts

and service department, staff

members are able to travel to

customers homes to do re-

pairs. This service allows for

items to be repaired in a timely

manner without having to be

sent to the manufacturer.

Fuller Watson offers some-

thing for everyone at an af-

fordable price. As a member

of BrandSource Canada, the

store has the buying power to

compete with big box retailers.

They offer a 30-day price guar-

antee, financing options and

warranty support.

Carrying major brands such

as GE, Simmons, Serta, Ashley,

Palliser and La-Z-Boy, Fuller

Watson offers a large selection

throughout the 20,000 square-

foot showroom.

Downstairs boasts numerous

stainless steel fridges, appli-

ances, leather sectionals, flat

screen TVs and mattresses.

Upstairs, customers can

browse through an array of din-

ing room table sets, upholstery

and bedroom furniture.

With more than 80 years of

experience in the industry,

Fuller Watson continues to be

a reputable and valued retailer.

In 2008, the Maple Ridge-Pitt

Meadows Chamber of Com-

merce awarded the business

a Lifetime Achievement Award

for its role in the community.

Dedicated and knowledgeable

staff are at the heart of Fuller

Watsons success. Many have

become familiar faces to re-

peat customers.

Its about personalized ser-

vice, said Justin. We offer

friendly, courteous service from

the moment you walk in the

door through your delivery.

Justin Fuller, Sales Associate


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5 reasons to visit Ecowest Renovations

1. Sales staff prepare

clear, easy to under-

stand and compre-hensive estimates.

2. Projects are made

simple and easy.

3. The referral program

gives customers a

way to earn extramoney.

4. Customers can view

product samples and

installation optionsin an inviting office/

showroom.

5. With hundreds of

satisfied Ecowest

customers in thearea, chances are

you already know

one.

Customer referrals keep Ecowest growingMany renovation companies

specialize in particular areas,such as roofing, ventilation ordecks. Ecowest Renovations gotits start this way, primarily focus-ing on windows and doors. Now,however, Ecowest has expandedto offer just about any renovationservice you could want, fromfireplaces to siding.Aaron Vaughan, co-owner of the

company and sales manager,says Ecowest can now help cus-tomers with any job, a one-stopshop for home renovations.We want to be peoples con-

tractors for life, he explained.Its an ambitious goal, but one

theyre well on their way towardachieving. Vaughan said that15 per cent of Ecowests busi-ness is repeat customers look-ing to do additional renovations,and another 35 per cent comesthrough referrals from satisfiedcustomers. Ecowest also offerssubstantial referral incentivesto thank their customers for

spreading the message of cus-tomer satisfaction through wordof mouth.Weve paid over $25,000 in re-

ferral bonuses to date, Vaughanadded.He believes that another key

to Ecowests success is offeringcustomers professional, detailedestimates with a variety of op-tions for any renovation.We are able to work with peo-

ples budgets and help them de-cide what their priorities are, ifthey cant afford to do everythingthey want to do right away, hesaid.Offering a wide selection of

services allows the companyto simplify renovations for theircustomers by removing sched-uling hassles.If clients are dealing with sev-

eral different companies, it canbe very difficult to coordinate.

Vaughan advises that now is aparticularly good time to do reno-vations that will increase heating

efficiency, especially in homesthat are heated electrically, dueto recent increases in electricitycosts.Vaughan acknowledged that

the price of quality renovationscan be significant, but Ecowestmakes the decision easier byoffering their clients excellent fi-nancing options.We have the lowest financing

rates available through TD Fi-nancing, he said, with deferraloptions for up to a year, with nointerest.Energy-efficient renovations are

a key part of Ecowests business,and Vaughan said they makesense from both a financial andenvironmental standpoint.As an eco-friendly company,

our goal is to reduce emissionsand help customers save on util-ity costs, he said.More tightly sealed windows and

doors can substantially reduceenergy bills as well as emissions,as can furnace and ventilation

improvements.Vaughan said that many envi-

ronmentally-friendly renovationscan pay for themselves in ener-gy savings within a decade, andthey also tend to boost a homesre-sale value.Most people renovate to update

the look of their home, as well asto improve the energy savings,he added. All those factors addto the value of the home.The company tries to live the

green message as well. One ofits key efforts is disposing ofbuilding materials in an ecolog-ically-friendly manner.We recycle everything we

can, Vaughan said. Buildingmaterials equal some of the big-gest amounts of waste that gointo landfills, so we try to reducethe amount of waste on our jobswhere possible.Ecowest also focuses on using

quality materials in its renova-tions, which last longer, requireless maintenance, and further

boost energy efficiency.The quality of our products is

much higher than the industrystandard requires, Vaughan at-tested. There is definitely valuefor the cost in durability, func-tionality and aesthetics.Ecowest is currently doing some

renovating of their own theirnew office space and showroomis scheduled to open in PortCoquitlam this spring. The big-ger space will showcase roofing,siding, fireplaces, decks, and ofcourse, windows and doors.People really appreciate being

able to see and touch the prod-ucts before choosing what theyhave installed in their home,he adds. Plus, coming in to ourshowroom gives our customers achance to get to know us as acompany, so they can meet thepeople they will be working withthroughout the renovation proj-ect on their home.

Shawn Camp & Aaron Vaughan, Owners


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5 consumer tips

1. Buy quality pieces in

classic styles that you

can enjoy for years.

2. Buy sofas and larger

furniture pieces in

neutral colours, thenupdate with acces-

sories.

3. Dont assume that

local stores dont

offer good value.

4. Consider reclaimed

timber furniture as a

way of doing your partto help the environ-

ment.

5. Look for a store that

provides exceptional

service during andafter your purchase.

Homestead Furniture is home to BCs largestshowroom for reclaimed timber furniture

Holding an Allen key in your handand facing a stack of boxes, youmight start regretting purchasingyour furniture at another store.And you may regret that purchaseeven more if the pieces start fall-ing apart in a year or two, said RobCernovec, owner of HomesteadFurniture in Pitt Meadows.Nothing beats the quality of

real wood, and its something youwont later regret buying, Cer-novec said.Almost everything we sell here

is 100 per cent solid and fullyassembled. Theres no plywood,no particleboard and no veneers.And thats good.

Many local residents might not beaware that Homestead Furniture,located just west of Meadow ValeMall in Pitt Meadows, is B.C.slargest showroom of reclaimedtimber furniture. Thats not theonly surprise, Cernovec said.People who walk through our

door are always amazed at howmuch space we have, and at our

selection and prices. Its largerthan people think when they driveby.Homesteads expanding line of

reclaimed furniture features ev-erything from dining room sets todesks, china cabinets and bed-room pieces, all built from 100-150 year-old reclaimed timberfrom Europe and Asia.The most recent addition is the

Post and Rail collection. Thepieces are built and assembledwith the type of quality craftsman-ship thats becoming rare, suchas dovetailing, tongue and groove

joints, post and rail joints, hand-made hardware, corner blocks

and solid wood strip drawer bot-toms. The seasoned Baltic pine,which still features the originalnail marks, is available in severaldifferent hand-rubbed finishes tosuit your decor.The attention to detail is amaz-

ing. These pieces have character they look like real antique piec-es, and theyre 100 per cent solid

wood, too, Cernovec said.In the furniture business for 19

years, Cernovec sees reclaimedtimber furniture as a way to achievea balance between peoples de-sires to furnish their homes withquality pieces and also do theirpart to help the environment.Instead of cutting down trees,

this furniture reuses old wood essentially, it recycles the wood,he said. Its very eco-friendly,and even the packaging is muchless than what you usually see.Theres hardly any Styrofoam, ifany at all.In addition, it wont end up in a

landfill within a few years. Most

pieces come fully factory assem-bled, including handles alreadyinstalled. Real wooden furnituremight initially cost more than aparticleboard piece you put to-gether yourself, but not as muchas people might think, Cernovecsaid.Were very competitive with our

pricing even with the bigger box

stores. Plus, our furniture is goingto last, he said. When peopleare looking for furniture, they tendto go out of town, thinking theyregoing to get a better deal on Unit-ed Boulevard in Coquitlam. Butthey can get the same, or better,products and value in our storefor less. And as far as reclaimedtimber furniture goes, its new, inlimited supply, and no one has abetter selection.In addition, Homestead guaran-

tees the lowest prices on every-thing they carry. They have a 30day price guarantee, so clientscan shop with confidence. Heencourages clients to come in

and be prepared for exceptionalpricing.We love the way people are

amazed when we get them greatdeals, every day of the year. Thereis no need to worry that youll missthe sale of the year. (Visit storefor details.)The latest trend in new home

construction features a more rus-

tic or lodge style look, and thereclaimed timber furniture suitsthese homes exceptionally well.Many clients have already pur-chased several pieces from thiscollection for these homes.And they couldnt be happier.

Weve received nothing but over-whelmingly positive feedback.Come in and shop in peace. Thefriendly staff doesnt work oncommission and will not followyou around or pressure you.Ive heard that all too often.

Cernovec said his experiencein the furniture industry meanshe knows about quality, and heknows about service. We have

exceptional service, and sinceweve opened our doors in June2003, weve had no complaintsregistered at the Better BusinessBureau. We make sure every cus-tomer is happy when they leave and after they leave.

Rob Cernovec, Owner


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5 consumer tips

1.Buying a used acoustic

piano:Make sure it fits your own

personal criteria: price, size,sound & touch, then have a

qualified technician check for

any problems.

2. Practice:Try to set the same time every

day and connect it with

something else that is regularin your life. Eg. Dinner time.

3. For the reed player:Always remove your reed from

your mouthpiece after playing

and store it in a reed guardto allow it to dry flat. For more

tips for school band see: www.

educators.conn-selmer.com

4. For the Guitarist:When you tune a guitar string,

start below the desired note

and tune up to pitch not downto pitch and avoid leaving

your guitar in areas with ex-

treme temperature changes.

5. For the Drummer:Warm up on a practice pad

it will make you looser,

more precise, & more agile.

G&G, music for the communityRunning a music store has

long been a part of G & G Mu-sic owner Terry Gregsons life.

Music has a powerful effect

on each and every one of us

and we are proud that we can

provide products, service and

musical support to our com-

munity that will help to enrich

peoples lives, Gregson says.

Weve been in business for 32

years and are very diverse in

what we offer: music lessons,

sales, rentals, band instrument

repairs, piano tuning and re-

building, PA rentals, karaoke

rentals, and DJ services.

Gregson describes the benefitsof music lessons, citing them

as a wonderful way to learn

a multitude of life-enhancing

skills in a fun way. Benefits

include increased hand eye

coordination, improved con-

centration, an appreciation for

music, more confidence, andimproved school performance

through enhanced study hab-

its. Gregson explains that

G & G Music tries to provide

a wide variety of lessons for

different instruments. They

also focus on offering lessons

for those of different skill lev-

els, and include performance

classes for those interested in

presenting their music to an

audience.

We offer both group and pri-

vate lessons, and just recently

introduced our Rock-it to the

Next Level program, Gregsonenthuses. Its a performance

class that offers private stu-

dents the opportunity to form

[supervised] rock bands and

learn their songs, as well as all

the ins and outs of being in a

rock band, right down to set-

ting up their own equipment.To register for lessons online,

visit our user-friendly website at

www.gandgmusiconline.com

Gregson declares that they

also have a substantial as-

sortment of instruments for

sale. They focus on providing

a diverse selection, so theres

plenty available for both begin-

ners and advanced musicians

at a wide range of prices.

We sell quality musical instru-

ments that have been chosen

and sold by musicians, Greg-

son said. Its not just about the

price point, like some stores.Its about finding the best qual-

ity for the best price and offer-

ing our customers options.

Products include guitars,

amplifiers, keyboards, drums,

band instruments, sound sys-

tems, books, karaoke, and

all the accessories to go withthem. Also, for peace of mind,

G & G Music offers customers

a price-match guarantee.

For those just getting into

music, particularly for school

band classes, renting instru-

ments might be a good option.

Gregson says G & G Music also

has a wide selection of rental

instruments.

We have quality teacher-

approved band instruments,

and offer very competitive pric-

ing, says Gregson. Our rental

instruments are U.S.-made,

such as Bach, Holton, Selmer,Vito, Artley, Conn, King, and

Armstrong, just to name a few.

These were top-quality instru-

ments when I was going to

school, and continue to live up

to their reputations.

G & G Music also offers online

school band rentals; you canclick on your school and then

choose your instrument. This

also gives you a list of all the

accessories and books your

teacher has recommended.

Quick and simple, no confu-

sion, says Gregson.

G & G Music can offer quick

turnarounds on repairs to band

instruments and guitars, thanks

to their on-site facilities.

This means your instruments

never have to leave Maple

Ridge. This also means quick

and convenient service, Greg-

son says.He personally tunes and re-

pairs pianos and has over 30

years of experience doing so.

The store also offers PA rent-

als, karaoke rentals and DJ

services.

Terry Gregson, owner

G & G Music Staff (from left) Barry, Angela, Terry (owner), Matt, and Roger.


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Sales Rentals Repairs Music Lessons

Customer Service Community Support#1 20475 Lougheed Hwy.Maple Ridge

gandgmusiconline.com604.465.4900

1. join a band2. play the Commodore

from inspiring teachers

to top-notch gear,we have the tools

to get you there.

Chloepiano/theoryChloe has studied through the Royal Conservatoryof Music. She teaches classical piano as well assupplementing with Popular selections. Chloewelcomes beginners to intermediate studentsof all ages

EmiliaEmilia holds a Doctor of Music Pedagogy degreeas well as a Masters of Music Education and aBachelors degree of Church Music. She teaches:Piano,Organ,Voice, Theory, Harmony, Counterpoint,Choral, Conducting, Vocal Production, transcribingand arranging music for various instruments and

vocals. Dr. Emilia has been a Music Teacher andChurch Music Director in Europe as well as Canada. We are excitedto welcome her years of education and experience to our Musicschool.

Mark drums/percussionMark has been Playing drums/ percussion,professionally, for over 15 years, and has beenat G&G Music since 1999. His teaching stylesinclude: Rock, Funk, Fusion and RudimentalStudies. He has been the drummer for NomadicSanctuary for many years. Mark acceptsstudents of all ages and levels.

Sandra piano/theorySandra has been classically trained through theRoyal Conservatory of Music. She has over 20years of teaching experience and has preparedmany students for Royal Conservatory examsin both Piano as well as Theory. Sandra has

taught piano and theory at G&G Music since

2000. Sandra teaches popular piano as well as classical andwelcomes students of all ages.

Joe guitar/bassJoe has over 25yrs experience as a professionalmusician and teacher. Joe has won the Best in

the West guitar contest 2 times in a row as wellas winning Best Traditional Country Song. Joehas an instrumental record Overdrive which wasadvertised and sold in Guitar World magazine andGuitar School magazine. He has worked in numerousstudios as an engineer, producer, keyboard player, drum programmer,and guitarist. Joe has toured with: Bryan Adams, Jethro Tull , GuyJones Band, Darby Mills band, and Sweeney Todd.

Jenn voice/harpJenn has been singing and performing music sinceshe was 3. She has performed and studied undera variety of musicians as well as studying voice atKwantlen. It was through her Celtic studies that shewas introduced to the Clarsach (small scottishHarp). Jenn has studied Gaelic music and culture inScotland and the Isle of Skye as well as studying thehistory of the music in the Hebridean Islands. Jenn was a winner of theNorthwest Region Scottish harping Competition. Jenn teaches Classical,Jazz, Improvisation, Musical Theatre, Rock, Pop, & Heavy Metal.

Claire piano/theoryClaire Oliverio has been studying and playingpiano for 13 years, starting at the age of threeunder the Royal Conservatory of Music. She hasbeen involved in numerous fundraising concertsand performances and has accompanied theMRSS choirs for many festivals and shows. She

welcomes all ages with enthusiasm and believes that music iswhat life sounds like.

Lisa Rae bass/guitarPerforming professionally for over 20 years as a bassplayer & vocalist, Lisa Rae has toured internationally,playing to crowds of 30,000+, performing withmore internationally recognized musicians thancan be mentioned. She earned her diploma inJazz Performance at Edmontons esteemed GrantMacEwan College. Lisa believes that teaching amusical instrument involves so much more than technique and reallyhelps the student gain an appreciation and understanding of music,balance, ensemble & solo playing, ear training, and taste.

Darrenguitar/bassDarren has been playing guitar for 30 years,and teaching for almost as many. He plays ina Classic Rock band called Big Trouble andalso does a tribute to Stevie Ray Vaughn. Darrenis a dedicated teacher who adapts and taylor fitshis teaching methods to the individual needs of

his students. Darren welcomes students of all ages.

Gilles guitar/bassGilles has taught at G&G Music for 7 years. Hehas been schooled and trained at HOT SOLEMUSIC for Audio Engineering and the ActorsWorking Academy. Gilles teaches all styles ofguitar: Rock, Metal, Blues, Funk, Punk & Jazz.As well, Gilles, enjoys teaching the Guitar/RockBand Groups. His knowledge of music per formance combinedwith his theatrical training give students the benefit of an allround performance lesson. Gilles teaches all ages of students.

Paulguitar/bassPauls teaching experience includes Elementaryschools and Community Centres as well asPrivate instruction. Paul has a music degreefrom Douglas College as well as a certificatein Audio Engineering fr om Columbia Academy.Paul teaches all styles and ages.

Spencer guitar/bass/tenor saxSpencer is currently studying jazz guitar, tenorsaxophone and composition at Capilano Collegebut also has experience playing blues, classicrock, metal, classical guitar, and punk. He iscomfortable teaching all styles of music and allages of students. He plays and writes for theband Redrick Sultan, plays in the Bruce James Orchestra andhas played in several rock and jazz bands.

Jade piano/theoryJade has been playing and studying classical pianosince the age of 5 through the Royal Conservatory ofMusic. She has a grade 10 RCM piano certificationand will achieve her ARCTs Performer Diploma inJune 2010. Jade has also studied and successfullycompleted all of the required ARCT theory, including

history, harmony, counterpoint and analysis. Sheloves taking on musical challenges and hopes that her dedicatedpassion to piano will influence students. Although, classically trained,she also teaches popular and jazz music.

Kitty piano/theoryClassically trained through the RoyalConservatory of Music,Kitty also supplimentsher classical teaching with popular selections.Kitty welcomes beginners to intermediatestudents of all ages.

Shannon voiceShannon has been teaching voice for the last 6years. She has received her bachelors of musicas a voice major from the University of Victoria.She has also received her Orff level I (elementarymusic education). Shannon has had muchexperience with choral singing, musical theatreas well as studio recording vocal work. Currently she is singingwith the funk cover band Double Overtime.

SteveguitarSteve has been trained through the RoyalConservatory of Music. He teaches from Rock toClassical, Metal to Folk. He has been signed to 3record labels and has done extensive touring. Heis the guitar/bassist/vocalist for the Stimulatorsa classic rock band. Steve has certificates in

Audio engineering from the Columbia Academy aswell as Radio broadcasting and commercial copywriting. He hasstudied voice training for radio broadcast and writing jingles. Stevewelcomes students of all ages and abilities.

Caitlin piano/theoryCaitlin has been studying and playing pianofor fifteen years. Although classically trained

through the Royal Conservatory of Music; Caitlinalso teaches Popular music to beginners andIntermediate students.

Free InstrumentFree instrument rental with your music lesson registration.

Some restrictions apply. Call store for details. Deadline: February 28, 2011

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Lessons starting fromONLY$59 per month

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5 consumer tips

1. Determine your bud-

get. Having a price

range in mind willhelp a salesperson

narrow down your

affordable options

2. Determine your

needs. How many

people will be usingthe vehicle? Will it be

used for city-driving,

or long trips, or both?

3. Once youve narrowed

down your criteria,

present it to yourdealer and ask them

for several options be-

fore you start looking.

4. Dont feel pressured.

If a salesperson wont

listen to you and triesto tell you what to buy,

find another salesper-

son or dealership.

5. Find out beforehand

what service plan and

warranty comes withyour vehicle.

Customers comes fi rst at Maple Ridge ChryslerThe online showroom is be-

coming just about as impor-tant as the conventional one atMaple Ridge Chrysler.The venerable new and used

auto dealership established adepartment about six monthsago that is strictly dedicated todealing with the ever-increas-ing numbers of vehicle ordersand financing requests comingthrough the companys website,www.mapleridgechrysler.com.The way we run our business

has changed pretty radically inthe sense that the Internet isdriving a lot of our business,said dealer principal IanSpeckman. Its had more ofan impact on the way we ad-vertise, and with the way cus-tomers are going to our virtualshowroom online.

The website features indi-vidual listings of each of thedealerships vast range of newand used vehicles, with photosas well as full details. Visitorscan search and sort the vehi-cles using a number of criteria-- including price range, kilo-metres driven, model year andmore -- and for used vehiclescan even request a free Car-Proof report on the vehicleshistory.And if they find something

they like, they can make anoffer, get a trade-in appraisal,apply for financing, or at leastschedule a test drive -- all whilesitting at their computer.People are actually buying

their cars online more andmore, Speckman said. Itspretty cool, actually.

This embrace of technol-ogy would have seemed far-off indeed when Maple RidgeChrysler was first establishedin the community in 1934,more than 75 years ago. Thebusiness has grown dramati-cally over that time -- over thepast 25 years alone it has in-creased sales from about 60 to70 vehicles a month to morethan 250, and now employs130 people.The dealership, part of the

AutoCanada group, has alsorecently added Fiat to its listof new vehicle brands, whichin addition to Chryslers alsoinclude Jeep, Dodge, Nissan,Infiniti, Hyundai, Mitsubishiand Subaru models.Its first Fiat model is th

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