nA geen ee narenate . 32 - Sunday, December 10, 1989 - North Shore News PARK ROYAL SHOPPING CENTRE THE SPIRIT OF CHRISTMAS PAST AT PARK ROYAL We have returned to the old-fashioned values of Christmas and the family, resulting frorn society's renewed emphasis on che ‘family unit’ as we enter the 1990s. Park Royal will celebrate a traditional Victorian Christmas on December 15, 16 and 17 with the assistance of a new North Shore company, Dickens & Co. Maureen Olson, owner of Dickens & Co., is a costume designer and actress/singer. She has had great successes at organizing themed parties and events and will debut her Victorian carollers and lively cockney flowergirls to the North Shore at Park Royal this week. “The Dickens theme is a wonderful concept to work with.” says Olson. “The era's traditions of food, music and way-of-life provides an unending source of event ideas.’ Dickens & Co. will be at Park Royal throughcut the three day event complemented by other entertainment and activities including Story Hour for small children with the West Van Memorial Lbirary, a chestnut roaster (if you haven't tried one now's your chance), a classic storyteller, Melanie Ray, for both adults and older children and much more. Special giveaways and goodies in the Victorian theme can be enjoyed by everyone. Check the event guide for details. THE RED BADGE OF QUALITY The Rolex* Oyster” Chronometer. Symboi and substance of the highest standards in the Swiss tradition of quality watchmaking. The Red Seal and the : “Chronometer” title f : ; : bears on its are conferred exclu- = § Sy } dial the inscription: sively by theindspend- gi SUT: “Officially Certified ent Swiss Institute for & , a Superlative Chro- Chronometer Testing. y nometer.” It is your Only after a timepiece ; guarantee of our has endured 15 days of . . commitment to extensive, exhausting tests craftsmanship, precision with unimpaired accuracy ; and performance. may this official title be earned. All Rolex Chronometers qualify for the Institute's highest accolade: “Especially g goodresults.” Thus, the Rolex Chronometer Each authorized Rolex jeweler is chosen just es carefully; he is the professional who honors this dedication. He is your source for the Rojex Red Seal Chronometer— your own badge of quality. W The Rolex Day-Date® Chronometer in Mkt. gald with matching. hidden-ciasp President® bracelet, Self-winding and pressure-proof dowa 10 230 feet in its seamless Ovscer case. SWEDISH JEWELER PARK ROYAL SOUTH 922-2255 PACIFIC CENTRE ATRIUM 682-6711 A Basket of Goodies Just Perfect For Everyone on Your Christmas List From the tops of faraway mountains ... from Mayne Island ... from cur rich Okanagan Valley ... and from the Pacific Ocean. We have gathered delicacies anid specialties and put them all together in askets and boxes for you to offer as gifts. Gourmet teas and coffees roasted and bleuded in Vancouver are included to create a range of baskets for every taste. Over 20 combinations to choose from. Prices from $16.99 - $64.99 MORE GOODIES FROM $03.00 We are British Columbia’s largest authorized dealer of this exquisite, handmade, Swedish crystal. The perfect gift at the perfect price. Stemware and gifiware to choose from. FOR COFFEE LOVERS NISSAN VACUUM BOTTLES. A variety of contemporary designs, with a 5 year guarantee. Stay hot for 48 hours. FROM $64.99. CAPPUCCINO PLUS. Foam milk and heat beverages with the touch of a button. $89.95. CAFFE ESPRESSO. Delicious cappuccino and espresso with stove-top convenience $79.95 STOCKING STUFFERS Belgiar Chocolate Bars and Lollipops made by our own chocolatier, Daniel Vokey, starting from 8S¢. Special blends of Murchie’s coffee in Y Wb tins $3.98. Tea Gift Packs. 8 combinations to choose from, $4.99 each. 4 varieties, 48 tea bags in each. Nurchies K Jet > PARK ROYAL NORTH $22-3136 970 ROBSON STREET (ACROSS FROM THE LIBRARY) 662-3776