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Q there‘s one quality that makes us ~_ stand out, it‘s the diversity of the businesses here," comments Sheila Biggers, manager of the Downtown Oakville Business Improvement Area. ‘‘The variety of shops we have is unparâ€" alleled in the area." Health care professionals, architects, lawyers, accountants, hairstylists, real estate professionals and merchants galore conduct their trade along six blocks of cobbled sidewalks a stone‘s throw from Oakville Harbour along Lakeshore Road, making this the largest business area in town. A complimentary directory lists hundreds of businesses, Unparalleled diversity in Downtown Oakville Wednesday, May 25, 1994 â€" Shop Oakville ADVERTISING FEATURE by Stephanie Henderson ¢tp All the cabinets on display in our store are locally made by Murron Cabinets. Whether your purchase is a customâ€"made cabinet or a decorative accessory, our success and our best advertisement is your satisfaction. Thank you for your continued support Custom Cabinets Accessories 259 Lakeshore Rd.E. ns i on h a l o uk P c L and patronage. _ grgon‘s Cabingy, ILY‘S BJ Feabherx‘s BEDROOM INTE 333 Lakeshore Rd. E. he new Leonard TStudio collection brings together the season‘s best looks in the latest fashion and colours and silhouettes. services and specialty shops, all within walking distance of each other. When someone decides to open a business in downtown Oakville, they are usually "very gungho, and want to promote the area," Biggers says. As Biggers says, "It‘s the kind of experience you just can‘t get in a mall or a warehouse store.. This is one of the reasons Oakville residents are so proud of the Oakville‘s downtown core." "A lot of them have never seen anyâ€" thing like this before. They tend to comâ€" plement the longtime members, which makes a great working group." The downtown merchants in particuâ€" lar work together on various promoâ€" tions, and the area has become well known for playing a major role in », FASHIONS Phone: (905) 338â€"1402 Fax: (905) 338â€"2092 The Best of Everything for Babies * Mail Order Catalogue available * Perego Repair Service * Rentals C Q% OFF Help the recovery, buy Canadian and enjoy! 137 Lakeshore Road East, Oakvilie, Ontario L167 1H3 Cdn. Manufacturer‘s Clearance White Goose Down D 264 count BafieBox 289 count Mid Weight 119 Twin ©149" 139"° Double ©179" 159" Queen *‘199" 179" King $229" W/FREE Hollofill II pillow Ideal For Traditional Faux Finishes V i3 paradlse> °[( baby f ) ) ~ B oE l\/ufijl,‘ Old Ullage numerous special events throughout the year, including Midnight Madness and the Oakville Jazz Festival in July, a corâ€" poratelyâ€"sponsored bathtub race to supâ€" port the United Way in September, the Great Pumpkin Giveaway in October, and Christmas Downtown, which includes the Midnight Magic music fesâ€" tival, the Santa Claus Parade, and "free gift wrapping, hot cider, great decoraâ€" tions, and the best customer service." At this time of year, the BIA is gearâ€" ing up for a sidewalk sale (June 16â€"18), and will host a number of events during the Oakville Waterfront Festival, June 24â€"26. In July and August, Summer Saturdays in the Square provide light entertainment for early browsers for the second year running. C j oh. Stencliling + Rag Rolling + Sponging Stippling Graining « Marbling Feathenng Colour Washing b Combing 257 Lakeshore Rd. E. 845â€"0341 selected items Heavy Weight "Our new walking tours are wonderâ€" ful addition to the yearly programming. So far, we‘ve had one on weddings, and on interior design, and they were extremely well received," notes Biggers. Also new this year is the Oakyville Criterium, where some of the best cyclists from Ontario and New York State will compete for cash and prizes by racing on downtown streets. The event takes place on July 31, and racers are expected to reach top speeds of 60 km. There will be seven races for novice to veteran competitors, and American Express has signed on as a sponsor, Biggers says. ""We‘re working with other interest (See ‘New on page 5) MAAA uccutcheon‘s Ton Qualty SAVE ON onsite finishing FOUR FLOORS OF FURNITI Yaé YOuUt /%z o BR 3 * Gibbard * Brentwood * Roxton 266 Lakeshore Rd. E. Books Bibles Mon.â€"Wed. and Sat. 9:30â€"6:00 Thurs. Fri. 9:30â€"9:00 Town Square A CHRISTIAN BOOKSTORE FOR ALL DENOMINATIONS Music Cards COFFEE ROASTING CO. 210 Lakeshore Road East, Town Square Oakville Tel: 905â€"844â€"1286 and Gifts 216 Lakeshore Road E Oakville 844â€"3102 Downtown Oakville BIA manager Sheila Biggers, and promotiotr ordinator Lee Pigeau. (Photo by Reg Ve OAKVILLE AND MASSAGE THERAP CENTRE Large selection of Gift Items Downtown Oakville Since 19 125 Lakeshore Rd. E., Suite 304 (at Navy St., above Pier 1) AVALOT) Fine Jewellery SUISS INTERIORS 177 Lakeshore Rd. E. Oakwl Ortarlo (905) 338-0821 217 Lakeshore Rd.E. * Brentwood * Roxton * Vogel * Leda * Sterling * Sklar e Laâ€"zâ€"boy and much mo LTD