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Feel Calm and Confident Buying a Home in the Year of the Rabbit

Friday, February 4th, 2011

Like the zodiac signs in Western astrology, the animals of Chinese astrology are thought to dictate personality traits and affect world events in the year they rule. So as we leave the Year of the Tiger and transition into the Year of the Rabbit, we think it only makes sense to consider the year ahead and see what the Chinese zodiac for 2011 has in store for us.

For those looking to purchase a new home at Glenmore or Highland Park, the coming year looks positive indeed. Here’s why:

The Year of the Rabbit means a calmer year of comfort and reflection, compared to the past years of excitement. This is a year meant for indulging in the comforts of home.

2011 is a time for rational and thoughtful decisions to be made, which means you can feel confident that once you’ve made a decision about a home, it will be the right one.

According to Holiday Spot’s Chinese Zodiac, in the Year of the Rabbit “we will act with discretion and make reasonable concessions without too much difficulty.” We will know what amenities and features are truly important to us, and we will recognize when we are being excessive.

It’s also a year traditionally associated with home and family, artistic pursuits, diplomacy and keeping the peace. And that’s excellent news for those in the home buying market. 2011 will be the year to find a home well suited to everyone in your family, at a time when your keen eye for colour and accessories will be eager to take hold.

And if you were fortunate enough to have been born in the Year of the Rabbit, that home buying decision looks even better. “The Rabbit is extremely lucky in business and monetary transactions. Astute at striking bargains, he can always pop up with a suitable proposal or alternative to benefit himself.”

From the team at Glenmore and Highland Park, here’s wishing you and your family a year of health and prosperity.

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Upcoming Calendar Events for December 2010

Friday, November 26th, 2010

Never does a day go by at Glenmore and Highland Park where something isn’t happening. That’s especially true now that the holiday season is upon us. But there’s also lots going on in the surrounding area.

To help you muddle your way through your holiday calendar, we thought we’d highlight a few upcoming events in the immediate area and beyond.

Realtors Care Blanket Drive
Starting Monday, November 29th and continuing through to Monday, December 6th, realtors all over the Fraser Valley will be collecting bags, scarves, hats and undergarments for the homeless. A few warm and cozy items will make such a difference for a lot of people this winter. If you have anything suitable to give away, it would be greatly appreciated.

Anthony Sedlak at Kitchen Therapy
Did you know that Glenmore and Highland Park’s neighbourhood kitchen store, Kitchen Therapy, offers cooking classes along with their top-of-the-line kitchen utensils, cook and bakeware? On Wednesday, December 1st from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.  Anthony Sedlak, celebrity chef and host of Food Network Canada’s The Main, will be teaching his pupils how to create a Moroccan fruit and nut couscous with warm organic chicken and lemon dressing, a conchiglie pasta with smoked bacon and creamed spinach and chocolate peanut butter cream pots. Our mouths are watering already.

Sounds of Christmas in White Rock
Enjoy the sounds of the Welsh Men’s Choir as they return this year to White Rock Baptist Church. Featuring traditional and modern Christmas music as well as “something zany” this evening is sure to lift your spirits. The carols and hymns begin at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, December 3rd with tickets ranging from $22 to $25.

Santa’s Big Rigs for Kids Parade
What’s cooler than getting a “honkin’ highway holler” from a big rig? Seeing it up-close-and-personal covered in festive lights, of course! This year, the big rig trucks will be all lit up in Holland Park. Head down to the park at 6:30 p.m. on Sunday, December 5th with a donation for the Surrey Christmas Bureau to enjoy a night of fun activities, live music and refreshments with the entire family.

Surrey’s Santa Parade of Lights
On Sunday, December 5th, Surrey will hold its fifth annual Surrey’s Santa Parade of Lights. Bring a non-perishable food item or children’s toy for either the Surrey Food Bank or the Surrey Christmas Bureau and then prepare to be dazzled by a parade of floats, marching bands and twinkling lights.  The parade starts at 5:30 p.m. in the Cloverdale fairgrounds parking lot and will make its way to historic 176th Street in downtown Cloverdale.

To Decant or Not To Decant at Everything Wine
This one’s for adults only. We mentioned a couple of weeks ago that Glenmore and Highland Park’s local wine store, Everything Wine, regularly hosts wine makers, wine tasting events and a variety of food and pairing courses. Their Tasting Bar will be the locale for another free event on Monday, December 6th. From 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., learn about the benefits behind decanting your wine, and enjoy a few taste tests in the process.

Breakfast with Santa at the YMCA
Hopefully you’ve got your Christmas wish-list prepared because Old Saint Nick is on his way. This year, your little ones can join him for a special breakfast at the Tong Louie YMCA on Saturday, December 11th. Seating times will be at 8:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. Call the YMCA to register at 604-575-9622. Children $5, Adults $8

Stewart Farms Christmas Open House
You and the family are invited to enjoy Christmas the old-fashioned way at Stewart Farms. Make holiday crafts and munch on delicious woodstove-baked treats or simply wander around the 1894 farmhouse decorated to the period for the holiday season. Best of all, it’s only a 12-minute drive from Glenmore and Highland Park. The open house takes place on Saturday, December 11th from noon to 4 p.m.

Train Ride and Visit with Santa at Bear Creek Park
Christmas just wouldn’t be Christmas without a Christmas train. Fortunately, you have plenty of time to meet up with Eddy the Engine and Chough the Steam Locomotive at Surrey’s Bear Creek Park. The train, which takes passenger through a Christmas forest display and Santa’s Golden Reindeer Tunnel, runs from Friday, December 3rd to Sunday, January 2nd. Children $6, Adults $7

One of the best things about living at Glenmore and Highland Park has to be the strong sense of community. And what better time to get out and experience it than in the heart of the holiday season?

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A Taste for the Holidays at Everything Wine

Friday, November 12th, 2010

It’s that time of year. Time to start preparing for the holiday season. And we’ve got just the event to kick off your holiday prep in festive fashion!

It’s called “A Taste for the Holidays,” and it’s happening this weekend at Glenmore and Highland Park’s local wine store, Everything Wine.

One of the biggest wine stores in BC, Everything Wine regularly hosts wine makers, wine tasting events and a variety of food and pairing courses, but we especially love their Tasting Bar where all events are free.

As we mentioned, from November 12 to 15 between 2 p.m. and 6 p.m., it’s all about tantalizing your taste buds for the holidays as Everything Wine’s Tasting Bar will be presenting a selection of party wines that are perfect for stocking up the cellar this winter. It’s an excellent opportunity to try before you buy and expand your knowledge about wine.

Keen to learn more? Join the store’s VIP Club and receive regular updates about upcoming courses and events or simply walk over from Glenmore and Highland Park. Manager Rick Meinhardt and Assistant Manager Cheryl Couch are looking forward to getting to know their neighbours.

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FRESH! CELEBRATES INDEPENDENT LOCAL VENTURES & RAISES FUNDS FOR THE FRASER VALLEY BRANCH OF THE CANADIAN CANCER SOCIETY

Thursday, September 16th, 2010

We are always keen to learn about, and engage in, projects that enhance the community, so when we came across Fresh! Fraser Valley, a showcase of Fraser Valley’s unique independent local shops, services and artisans, we were thrilled to be able to spread the word and share some details. Courtesy of Kristi Ferguson, founder of Double You, a virtual assistant, personal shopping and event planning company based in Langley, please read on.

On September 25, 2010 everyone from Hope to Surrey will have the opportunity to gain a Fresh! perspective on life and business in the Fraser Valley. Fresh! celebrates the finest entrepreneurs and local businesses in the Fraser Valley and offers the public an unparalleled opportunity to uncover local gems. And this year, it’s taking place at the Ramada Plaza & Conference centre in Abbotsford.

For entrepreneurs and business owners, Fresh! provides a distinct, convenient channel to network with other professionals and connect with area residents, thus improving a sense of community and support for Fraser Valley ventures.

It’s an opportunity to learn new ways of doing business, and connect with the surrounding community at large. Regardless of their areas of expertise, professionals of all disciplines will look forward to the dynamic learning sessions led by a variety of forward-thinking Fraser Valley entrepreneurial leaders, including Doug Edgar of Compass Strategies, Rick Rake of Click Media Works and Darcie Brown of Revival Arts Studio. The 20-minute workshops aim to share knowledge, stir up ideas and change perspectives.

Anyone interested in attending the workshops and showcase can visit www.freshfraservalley.com to register. Tickets for the showcase are by donation to the Fraser Valley branch of the Canadian Cancer Society, but RSVPs are appreciated for planning purposes. Registration for all 13 workshops is only $50. All online registrants will be automatically entered to win a 2-night stay at the fabulous South Garden Bed and Breakfast in Harrison Hot Springs.

For more information, contact info@freshfraservalley.com.

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Outdoor Movies for a Good Cause

Tuesday, August 31st, 2010

Summer is about staying up late and taking advantage of bright evenings. It’s about soaking up the sun’s rays in the day and relaxing amidst a warm breeze at night. It’s about indulging yourself a little more than usual and embarking on new adventures.

And with fall fast approaching, it only makes sense to take full advantage of those few remaining summer nights. So why not venture out to one of beautiful South Surrey’s outdoor movie nights?

Following in the footsteps of the Downtown Surrey Business Improvement Association who has been hosting an annual movie night in Holland Park for the past six years, Morgan Crossinghas introduced their own movie under the stars at the corner of 24th Ave and Croydon Drive – just inside Morgan Crossing Village.

We couldn’t wait to get down there last week, especially after we learned the movie was going to be one of our favourite childhood classics, Steven Spielberg’s E.T. Curled up with a blanket, a bag of potato chips and some candy gummies, we took a trip down memory lane.

And for a good cause. The outdoor movie night is by donation, with all proceeds going to the Surrey Food Bank.

The third largest Food Bank in British Columbia, Surrey Food Bank helps feed 15,000 people per month, while providing food support for a number of recovery houses, safe houses, youth centres, and soup kitchen. And that’s something we’re keen to get behind.

Living at Glenmore and Highland Park, you can be part of this full life.

There’s one more Sunday showing, and it’s happening this Sunday, September 5th. It’s the ideal opportunity to give back to this growing area of the Lower Mainland. And it’s such a cool way to enjoy a night out with family and friends.

Get ready for a few giggles. The film starts at dusk, and will be the 1987 spoof, Spaceballs.

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