Nov 13, 2008 - Join the Canadian Diabetes Association on Thursday, November 13, 2008 for the Windsor & District Branch Grand Opening. Attendees will receive a tour of the new centre and a briefing on the latest successes of the Association. Come out to meet some of the Association’s volunteers and donors who will [...]
Nov 12, 2008 - Every second Wednesday of each month, a parent and a professional will present these workshops to new parents who are looking for introductory information on Autism. Tonight’s workshop is presented by Cathy Coppens, SLP Talk 2 Me program.
Hours: 6:30pm
Cost: free
Venue: Autism Services Inc., 3600 Curry Ave. Unit B, Windsor
autism@mnsi.net
www.autismservicesinc.com
Phone 519-966-7283 [...]
Nov 9, 2008 - 2008 marks the 90th Anniversary of the end of World War I and the establishment of Armistice Day, now known as Remembrance Day (November 11th). Branches of the Royal Canadian Legion hold their annual Sunday Remembrance service today at the cenotaph at 2:00pm and this evening, the Windsor Classic Chorale [...]
Nov 7, 2008 - Hosted by Union Culturelle Windsor. Includes Spaghetti, dinner roll, green salad, dessert coffee or tea. For tickets contact Place Concorde at 519-948-5545 or Solange at 519-979-2327
Hours: 5-7pm
Cost: 10$ adults; 6$ children 6-12yrs
Venue: Place Concorde, 7515 Forest Glade Dr, Windsor
Phone 519-979-2327 for more information.
Nov 7, 2008 - Roll the dice and join Masters of Ceremonies Keri Robinson of Mix 96.7 and Matt Dumouchelle of 95.1 The Rock at The Kidney Foundation of Canada’s Great Monopoly Party. A fantastic four-course meal, games, a beautiful silent auction and chances to win prizes from our Monopoly Auction tables are just [...]
Nov 7, 2008 - The Centres for Seniors and Ontario Lodge 521 host the 2nd annual ‘Cheers to Windsor’ wine and food tasting event. Hors D’Oeuvres by Mancuso’s Restaurant. 120zs of wine featuring local wineries. The bar will be open for the purchase of other beverages. Please join us in a fun filled evening [...]
Nov 6, 2008 - To commemorate the 90th Anniversary of the end of World War I, one of several special events happening in the community in Oct/Nov.
This special exhibit of World War I Art and Artifacts, takes place both indoors and outdoors at the AGW this evening. Indoor exhibits include paintings, graphics, photography, books [...]
Nov 5, 2008 - Motor City Community Credit Union presents the 17th annual Chilifest at the downtown Windsor Armouries. The Windsor Firefighters Benefit Fund organizes this event which will support the Windsor Essex Cardiac Wellness Centre this year. Over 50 area restaurants will offer up their special chili recipes for all to taste. Whether [...]
Nov 5, 2008 - Bulimia Anorexia Nervosa Pasta Night. Join BANA and the Caboto Club Charities Together Group on Wednesday, November 5th, 2008 from 4:30pm - 7:30pm at the Caboto Club for our Pasta Dinner Fundraiser. Dinner includes 2 pastas, salads, buns, coffee/tea.
Adults $7.50, Children $5.00, Take-out $8.00. Tickets available at the door.
Hours: 4:30-7:30pm
Cost: [...]
Nov 2, 2008 - Join us for our annual brunch featuring celebrities and their pets (or ours!) and when Windsor Star columnist, Karen Hall, announces our 2009 Pet Idol winner! Cost $40 ($20 charitable receipt). Visit www.windsorhumane.org for more details or call 519.966.5751 ext. 11 or 23.
Hours: 12:00 noon to 2:30 p.m.
Cost: $ 40.00
Venue: [...]
Nov 7, 2008 to Nov 16, 2008 - Marking the celebration of Canadian and world film, the Windsor International Film Festival is a not-for-profit, cultural organization committed to showcasing critically acclaimed cinematic arts by distinguished directors.
Providing a richly diverse program of captivating and thought-provoking film that’s accessible to all, Festival highlights include the [...]
Nov 1, 2008 - Halloween family fun - Practice potent potions, pillage with pirates, dig for prizes and more!
Half price admission if you are in costume. For more information please contact us at 519-973-3667 or email education@cssciencecity.com
Hours: 1pm-4pm
Cost: $3-$8
Venue: Canada South Science City, Windsor
education@cssciencecity.com
www.cssciencecity.com
Phone 519-973-3667 for more information.
Oct 29, 2008 - Join Jackie as she takes you through her journey with Breast Cancer and see how she illustrates opportunities for growth and inspiration when life sends us challenges. Have a chance to meet Jackie after the lecture and be one of the first to acquire a signed copy of The Pink [...]
Oct 31, 2008 - Join Beyond The Vine as you travel aboard the enchanted “Trolley Desire” for a night of horrors, torture and intrigue… Journey to a world unknown and feast on those ye find lurking in the night shadows!
6:00pm Departure from Colasanti’s West Parking Lot - (Cars can be left)
Find your chalice of [...]
Oct 30, 2008 to Nov 2, 2008 - A Female Hockey Festival celebrating Women in Hockey. 72 teams from all over the Globe will be in Windsor for a weekend full of “Scary Good” Hockey, On-Ice Clinics and more.
We’re looking for your sponsorship, attendance and volunteer time. HOCKtoberfest is a not for profit [...]
Oct 29, 2008 to Nov 1, 2008 - BookFest Windsor 2008 will be held at the Art Gallery of Windsor from October 29th - November 1st. The festival brings together authors, performers, scholars, and readers to participate in events, panels, and lectures related to the celebration of the printed word. For more information [...]
Oct 25, 2008 to Oct 26, 2008 - The Windsor Wood Carving Museum presents its 11th annual Wood Carving Show and Competition. The show consists of 15 categories with NEW wood working and wood turning categories. Awards include Ribbons, Prizes and Cash Prizes. Also free hand outs, vendors and demonstrators. For more information, [...]
October 24, 2008 - The University of Windsor students will hold their “Rock for Humane Society” event featuring entertainment by Days Fade, Blurt, Tyburn Tree, and The Afterparty. All proceeds to the Humane Society.
Hours: 8:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m.
Cost: $5.00
Venue: U of W Pub at University of Windsor
development@windsorhumane.org
www.windsorhumane.org
Call 519-966-5751 for more information.
Colasanti Farms presents the 12th Annual Horror Ride Friday, October 24th - Sunday, October 26th. Rides begin at dusk, and last ticket is sold at 9:00 a.m. Recommended for children 5 years and up/ Parental discretion is strongly advised for this event. There will also be inside-pumpkin and clay pot painting, mini [...]
The Rotary Club of Windsor is hosting the “Wines of the World” on Friday, October 24th. This event takes place at the Fogolar Furlan Club, 1800 E.C. Row Avenue. Doors open at 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Tickets are $70.00 per person. Enjoy wine and food sampling, a silent auction and a [...]
Windsor Women Working With Immigrant Women through Teach in Ontario are seeking experienced teachers & educators to volunteer their time and act as coaches. Professional Coaching helps internationally educated teachers make the transition to teach in Ontario. For more information, call 519-973-5588 ext. 23.
All the kids in Belle River and the surrounding area are invited to this special evening sponsored by the Belle River Lions Club. The party begins at 7pm at St. Simon & St. Jude Church Hall. There will be prizes awarded for the best costumes in each age category. Ages newborn to 13. Lots of [...]
Fall fun for the whole family—a Pumpkin Patch Bazaar will be held at St. James Anglican Church (directly south of Roseland Golf Course) from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Baked goods, preserves, crafts, knitting, sewing, books, jewelery, attic treasures, deli and lunch.
A scary spooktacular fundraiser (rain or shine) featuring a creepy haunted house and a huge spine-chilling graveyard, an eerie walk through the woods with dozens of Halloween characters participating in this fearsome event, will be presented by the AMA Sportsmen’s Club at 468 Lowes Sideroad in Amherstburg. Hours are 6-10 p.m. beginning Oct. 10. Admission [...]
The Royal Canadian Legion Br. 261, 12326 Lanoue St., will be hosting a 12oz. Steak BBQ on Saturday, Oct. 25 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Meals include baked potato, salad, and sweets. Tickets on sale until Oct. 22. All are welcome. For more information, please call 519-735-4454.
St. Michael & All Angels Anglican Church, 8700 Jerome St. (adjacent to Riverside Secondary School) is holding its Fall Harvest Bazaar on Saturday, Oct. 25 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Homemade baked goods, unique handmade crafts, preserves, books, jewelery, and much more! Shop early for Christmas!
Bridge, Luncheon, and Fashion Show on Tuesday, Oct. 21 at the Art Gallery of Windsor, 401 Riverside Dr. W. Lunch served by Bamboo Restaurant; Fashions by Windsmoor at The Bay. 50/50 draw and door prizes. Parking permits available. For tickets, please call the Uncommon Market at 519-977-0013.
Work off your Thanksgiving dinner! St. Simon and St. Jude Parish invites you to play a hand of poker as you pick up your cards at various locations throughout the Town of Belle River. Children will play “Go Fish” or “Word Scramble”. Cost is $10/adult and $5/child. Registration at St. Simon and St. Jude Hall, [...]
The LaSalle Police Service along with the Safe Seats Save Children Committee of Windsor-Essex County will be conducting their annual fall Child Car Seat Inspection Clinic. Parents are encouraged to stop by and have their child seats inspected and receive information about child safety. Please allow time for inspection. No appointments are necessary. The clinic [...]
The Guelph Storm has announced that they have acquired four draft picks in the 2009 OHL Priority Selection from the Windsor Spitfires in exchange for defenceman Patrick Moran and a pair of 2009 picks.
AMHERSTBURG - Amherstburg’s second annual House of Fright and Haunted Graveyard will continue for the next two weekends at the A.M.A. Sportmen’s Club on Lowes Side Road.
Running from 6 to 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday and Oct. 24 and 25, the event features costumed spooky characters, clowns and face painters as well as a young [...]
It’s starting to get ugly out there folks.
As the local federal election campaign heads into its final week before the Oct. 14 vote, accusations are flying, records are being attacked, provocative billboards have gone up and campaign rhetoric is heating up. The ridings of Windsor West and Essex in particular have seen an increase in [...]
Older analog televisions and computer monitors are being dumped so fast that waste management officials are pleading with city and county residents to store them for another six months in their garage or basement.
The Central Avenue recycling depot in Windsor is getting old televisions and monitors faster than it can truck them away, the Essex-Windsor [...]
Classes resume this morning at the University of Windsor after professors and librarians voted 91 per cent in favour of a new contract Saturday that will provide what amounts to a 16 per cent increase over three years, bringing to an end a contentious 17-day strike.
Quinn Pierce, a second-year psychology student, said Sunday he was [...]
