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5 The Local Cook

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6 Elgin Corners News

10 Fall Golf Tips

8 Landscaping in the Rain

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Welcome to our first edition of Ocean Park Smart Guide. The guide that informs and entertains residents of this dynamic and creative neighbourhood. Look for helpful articles from locals on everything from golf tips entertainment updates to landscaping advice and ideas. Want more information? The guide’s QR codes instantly provide you with more information such as instant coupons, merchant websites and direct reservation dialing.

Originally from Scandinavia, but now a true local, Sofia Alexander offers up great tasting recipes from around the world that are always easy and fast to prepare

What you didn’t know about Elgin Corners.

Local music and entertainment information with instant updates!

Local landscape artist Nathan Stewart shows us how to prepare the lawn for the fall and winter.

George Smith provides some great ideas for keeping the swing in shape over the winter months.

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Come check out the New Showroom!!1675 128th Street, South Surrey

*Offer based on first visit enrollment, minimum 12 mo. c.d./e.f.t. program. Discount applies to initial service fee. New members only. Limited time offer. Not valid with any other offer. Valid only at participating locations. © 2011 Curves International, Inc.

604-531-4007#205-1678-128th StreetSurrey, BC V4A 3V3curvessurrey .com

Cookin’ Up a Stormby Sophia Alexander

Being a mother of 2 kids, making quick meals is a must but making sure they are healthy and flavorful is more of a challenge. So be sure and check out my recipes to see how its done!

10 Minute Seafood SoupIngredients3 cups of water or chicken stock50g shrimp (prawns)1/3 lb halibut, sea bass, or otherfirm white fish50g mussels cleaned (optional)50g crab in shell cleaned (optional)3 ½ tbsp Thai fish sauce3 ½ tbsp lime juice¼ cup sweet basil leavesPinch of salt1 tbsp dried red chili (optional)Serves 2-3 persons

How to make itHow to make itWash, peel and de-vein shrimp, remove the heads but keep the tails intact. Bring water or stock to boil. Add the seafood except the shrimp. Wait until 3-4 minutes then add the shrimp. Cook a few more minutes then add basil, swirl gently and turn off heat. In a seperate serving bowl,combine lime juice, chilies and fish sauce. Add to bottom of your serving bowls.Now add soup to serving bowls.Top with sweet basil.

Fall 5 2011

604-531-4007 #205-1678128th StreetSurrey, BC V4A 3V3www.CurvesSurrey.com

Come check out the New Showroom!!1675 128th Street, South Surrey

*Offer based on first visit enrollment, minimum 12 mo. c.d./e.f.t. program. Discount applies to initial service fee. New members only. Limited time offer. Not valid with any other offer. Valid only at participating locations. © 2011 Curves International, Inc.

604-531-4007#205-1678-128th StreetSurrey, BC V4A 3V3curvessurrey .com

Cookin’ Up a Stormby Sophia Alexander

Being a mother of 2 kids, making quick meals is a must but making sure they are healthy and flavorful is more of a challenge. So be sure and check out my recipes to see how its done!

10 Minute Seafood SoupIngredients3 cups of water or chicken stock50g shrimp (prawns)1/3 lb halibut, sea bass, or otherfirm white fish50g mussels cleaned (optional)50g crab in shell cleaned (optional)3 ½ tbsp Thai fish sauce3 ½ tbsp lime juice¼ cup sweet basil leavesPinch of salt1 tbsp dried red chili (optional)Serves 2-3 persons

How to make itHow to make itWash, peel and de-vein shrimp, remove the heads but keep the tails intact. Bring water or stock to boil. Add the seafood except the shrimp. Wait until 3-4 minutes then add the shrimp. Cook a few more minutes then add basil, swirl gently and turn off heat. In a seperate serving bowl,combine lime juice, chilies and fish sauce. Add to bottom of your serving bowls.Now add soup to serving bowls.Top with sweet basil.

Fall 5 2011

604-531-4007 #205-1678128th StreetSurrey, BC V4A 3V3www.CurvesSurrey.com

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Fall 6 2011

ELGINCORNERS

News140th Street & 32nd Avenue

South Surrey, BCwww.ElginCorners.com

Going Local means Quality!

Elgin Corners was designed by G3 Architecture with the idea that by producing quality architectureone would also attract a distinct type of retailer to the area as well. And here are just a few examples of that.

Our first stop is at House Warmings, with a focus on distinctive furniture gifts and home decor. The first thing to notice when visiting is their Cobistyle collection of easy pieces of furniture featuring versatile ottomans, benches, and accent chairs including full-sized sofas and headboards. The store owners have also spent time to find unique gift ideas from local artists that you just wont find from other retailers. Be sure and check out the "Wine Rocks" wine rack as well.

Next up is J.Antony & Sons Organic Food Store, based on the European idea that the only way to eat right is to purchase your food fresh everyday. The emphasis is on organic fruits and vegetables, fresh local breads and a spice selection not usually seen in this area. J. Antony & Sons – organic market http://antonyandsons.com/ - see website for details

Also be sure and stop in at the Living Wellness Center where their goal is to identify the root cause of a person’s condition and to provide a course of care that is realistic and effective; but with a focus on warmth, compassion and respect in a comfortable and supportive environment. http://www.livingwellness.ca/ - see website for details

We will be exploring more unique stores and upcoming events at Elgin Corners in upcoming editions. Until then be sure and stop in and see what local quality really means!

If you're looking for something to do in Ocean Park, Ocean Park Pizza is always a good call, Belles on 32nd is close by, and the Crescent Legion has live entertainment most weekends. There's lots of music and entertainment going on elsewhere in the Peninsula as well, or the "Rock" as we call it. If you want to know what's happening any night of the week, visit the Night Owl column at www.whiterocksun.com

Joining the Legionis easier than you think?Step 1) call Mary at the legionStep 2) Bring $20.50For more info 604 535 1043

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Who’s Playing Tonight?by The Night Owl

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Fall 6 2011

ELGINCORNERS

News140th Street & 32nd Avenue

South Surrey, BCwww.ElginCorners.com

Going Local means Quality!

Elgin Corners was designed by G3 Architecture with the idea that by producing quality architectureone would also attract a distinct type of retailer to the area as well. And here are just a few examples of that.

Our first stop is at House Warmings, with a focus on distinctive furniture gifts and home decor. The first thing to notice when visiting is their Cobistyle collection of easy pieces of furniture featuring versatile ottomans, benches, and accent chairs including full-sized sofas and headboards. The store owners have also spent time to find unique gift ideas from local artists that you just wont find from other retailers. Be sure and check out the "Wine Rocks" wine rack as well.

Next up is J.Antony & Sons Organic Food Store, based on the European idea that the only way to eat right is to purchase your food fresh everyday. The emphasis is on organic fruits and vegetables, fresh local breads and a spice selection not usually seen in this area. J. Antony & Sons – organic market http://antonyandsons.com/ - see website for details

Also be sure and stop in at the Living Wellness Center where their goal is to identify the root cause of a person’s condition and to provide a course of care that is realistic and effective; but with a focus on warmth, compassion and respect in a comfortable and supportive environment. http://www.livingwellness.ca/ - see website for details

We will be exploring more unique stores and upcoming events at Elgin Corners in upcoming editions. Until then be sure and stop in and see what local quality really means!

If you're looking for something to do in Ocean Park, Ocean Park Pizza is always a good call, Belles on 32nd is close by, and the Crescent Legion has live entertainment most weekends. There's lots of music and entertainment going on elsewhere in the Peninsula as well, or the "Rock" as we call it. If you want to know what's happening any night of the week, visit the Night Owl column at www.whiterocksun.com

Joining the Legionis easier than you think?Step 1) call Mary at the legionStep 2) Bring $20.50For more info 604 535 1043

There ARE guarantees in life!Annuities 7%+ Risk Free for Life*

(*Rate varies with age. Certain conditions apply.)

Doug E. LachancePreserve Protect Provide

604-536-1326

Who’s Playing Tonight?by The Night Owl

“You can discover more about a person in an hour of play than in a year of conversation” - Plato

What is going on right now?Grab your Smartphone and scan here for the latest!

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Landscaping Tipsby Nathan Stewart

Order in The Fall & Save!

Trying to book a landscape company in the summer is like trying to get tickets to a Canucks playoff game; not likely to happen unless you are willing to pay a premium for it.So, why not get some of the smaller jobs done in the fall. Pricing can be up to 25% lower than in the summer season. In addition, the best time to plant shrubs, trees and bulbs is in the fall or early spring.

What about The lawn?

Just because you have put away your lawn furniture does not mean you should stop taking care of your grass. This is the time to improve the health of your lawn for next year's usage. Many people who have lawn problems do not realize how detrimental thatch build-up is to their grass. An advantage to raking those leaves is that you de-thatch your lawn at the same time. Removing broadleaf weeds to eliminate the competition for available nutrients and water is also crucial.

There is a new service available by Terra Tea Solutions, specializing in improving the health of your lawn and trees naturally. Their pre-winter program of soil conditioning ensures that your lawn and plants are ready to thrive in the spring.

-Nathan Stewart

*N.Stewart (Owner of Wood Vine and Stone) is retainedas our landscaping contributorsee their ad in this publication

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Landscaping Tipsby Nathan Stewart

Order in The Fall & Save!

Trying to book a landscape company in the summer is like trying to get tickets to a Canucks playoff game; not likely to happen unless you are willing to pay a premium for it.So, why not get some of the smaller jobs done in the fall. Pricing can be up to 25% lower than in the summer season. In addition, the best time to plant shrubs, trees and bulbs is in the fall or early spring.

What about The lawn?

Just because you have put away your lawn furniture does not mean you should stop taking care of your grass. This is the time to improve the health of your lawn for next year's usage. Many people who have lawn problems do not realize how detrimental thatch build-up is to their grass. An advantage to raking those leaves is that you de-thatch your lawn at the same time. Removing broadleaf weeds to eliminate the competition for available nutrients and water is also crucial.

There is a new service available by Terra Tea Solutions, specializing in improving the health of your lawn and trees naturally. Their pre-winter program of soil conditioning ensures that your lawn and plants are ready to thrive in the spring.

-Nathan Stewart

*N.Stewart (Owner of Wood Vine and Stone) is retainedas our landscaping contributorsee their ad in this publication

Meridian Golf Par 3

Fall Special25% off

1-4 players exp Dec 31,2011

(604) 541-1213

"A strong local course"-Scoregolf.com

1054 - 168th StreetSouth Surrey

No Tee-TimesNeeded

Your Local Golferby Duncan Hadley

Some autumns and winters on the Semiahmoo peninsula are better than others. However, you can usually grab a few games even on the coldest months of the year.

Following are some suggestions on how to improve your game in the cold:Use more club! The ball just doesn’t go as farLower your expectations! Understand that the ball isn’t going to go as far or spin as muchPlay the ground game. When its cold outside, it’s likely theground will be hard too, so use it to your advantage Keep your hands warm!

With these short days, keep your game in tune at the executive par 3's and driving ranges. The par 3's offer fall deals for under $18, and most driving ranges are well heated allowing for year-round practice. Remember the old adage"Drive for show but putt for dough"

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Meridian Golf Par 3

Fall Special25% off

1-4 players exp Dec 31,2011

(604) 541-1213

"A strong local course"-Scoregolf.com

1054 - 168th StreetSouth Surrey

No Tee-TimesNeeded

Your Local Golferby Duncan Hadley

Some autumns and winters on the Semiahmoo peninsula are better than others. However, you can usually grab a few games even on the coldest months of the year.

Following are some suggestions on how to improve your game in the cold:Use more club! The ball just doesn’t go as farLower your expectations! Understand that the ball isn’t going to go as far or spin as muchPlay the ground game. When its cold outside, it’s likely theground will be hard too, so use it to your advantage Keep your hands warm!

With these short days, keep your game in tune at the executive par 3's and driving ranges. The par 3's offer fall deals for under $18, and most driving ranges are well heated allowing for year-round practice. Remember the old adage"Drive for show but putt for dough"

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