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zoo 2you

Nov 14, 2008 to Jan 4, 2009 - Zoo2you is an exotic animal outreach program designed to both entertain and educate. We are currently at Windsor Crossing for the months of November and December
November Hours: Fridays: 4pm - 8pm; Saturdays & Sundays 11am - 6pm
December - extended hours! Thursdays & Fridays 4pm - [...]

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Willistead Manor Christmas Tours

The icicles will be shimmering and the snow flakes aglow as Willistead Manor opens its doors for the holidays. The entire month of December will be a gala ablaze with the ambiance of the season in Windsor’s premier heritage home. Twelve rooms of this Edwardian Manor will be uniquely decorated by The Friends of Willistead [...]

  • 17
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Christmas Bird Count

Dec 22, 2008 - An all day event to count birds for the National Audubon Society
Hours: all day
Cost: small fee
Venue: Point Pelee National Park, Leamington
sarah.rupert@pc.gc.ca
www.pc.gc.ca/pointpelee
Phone 519-322-5700 Ext. 13 for more information.

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  • Dec

The Lion The Witch and The Wardrobe

Dec 20, 2008 - NARNIA … the land beyond the wardrobe, the secret country known only to Peter, Susan, Edmund, and Lucy … the place where the adventure begins.
“Excellent. The kids buy in.” - Toronto Star
“The children laughed and cried, and I admit, I joined in” - CFRB 1010 Radio
“A world of wonders!” - [...]

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Candlelight Christmas

Dec 17, 2008 - Take a candlelight tour back in time to the 1850’s. The pioneer farmhouse will be decorated reminiscent of pioneer times with handmade decorations. Learn more about traditional holiday celebrations in pioneer times. Pre-registrations required, limited numbers.
Hours: 7pm
Cost: $8.00/person
Venue: John R. Park Homestead and Conservation Area, 915 County Rd 50 East, [...]

  • 15
  • Dec

Furniture Auction in Support of Hospice

Dec 17, 2008 - St. Clair Interior Design and Woodworking students collaborated on designing and building coffee tables. Tables will be auctioned off to the public and all proceeds go to Windsor Hospice
Hours: 4pm-5pm
Cost: N/A
Venue: St. Clair Centre for the Arts, Windsor
brawlings@stclaircollege.ca
Phone 519-979-2727 for more information.

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Family Christmas Party

Dec 14, 2008 - Family Christmas Party presented by the Windsor West NDP Dec.14th @ 1:00pm at the RC Legion Br.#143. featured guest speaker ANDREA HORWATH MPP Hamilton Centre is a Ont. NDP leadership candidate. Canadian Country Idol winner CRYSTAL GAGE will perform and sing. There will be a lunch, cash bar, silent auction [...]

  • 10
  • Dec

Windsor-Essex Development Commission

Strategies for Survival - Seminar Series
Addressing the needs of MTDM companies and planting the seeds for a successful future
This 13 week seminar series is designed to increase efficiencies and profitable operations, giving manufacturers a clearer understanding of factors affecting good business decisions.
Who should attend? This course is designed for Mold, Tool and [...]

  • 9
  • Dec

Windsor HOG Bike Draw

Date: Saturday December 27, 2008
Location:
Draw held @ the Knights of Columbus Hall, McGregor
Details:
- Win a 2009 Cross Bones™!
- Proceeds go to build a motorcycle museum at Heritage Village in Essex County
- tickets are $50 each and only 1000 will be sold!
For more information contact Thunder Road Harley-Davidson @ 519-966-1520

  • 9
  • Dec

Cause4Action 5th Annual Stuff The Bus Challenge

Dec 13, 2008 - The annual Stuff the Bus Challenge is a yearly initiative to help eight local charities raise much needed resources and supplies to collectively serve families during the holiday season. The goal is to make sure that those in need in our community will not go without for Christmas. The eight [...]

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“A Christmas Story”

Dec 11, 2008 to Dec 14, 2008 - “A Christmas Story” by Jean Shephard, adapted by Phil Grecian, directed by Mario Carnevale. December 4, 5, 6, 7 and 11, 21, 13, 14 Thurs to Sat 8pm and Saturdays and Sundays 2pm
Humorist Jean Shepherd’s memoir of growing up in the Midwest in the 1940s [...]

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  • Dec

All About Autism -Safety Issues

Dec 10, 2008 - All About Autism - An introductory workshop for Parents of children with a diagnosis or suspicion of Autism. These ongoing workshops will cover questions like:
·What is Autism Spectrum Disorder ?
·What is Pervasive Developmental Disorder?
·What questions should I be asking my child’s doctor?
·Where can I get a diagnosis and early intervention [...]

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  • Dec

Meet the Artist: Soapstone Carver George Bird

Dec 9, 2008 - Attention art enthusiasts and collectors. Sunday, December 9th…Colio Estate Wines and Baubles by Blue present renowned soapstone carver George Bird, from South Indian Lake,Manitoba. He will have a work in progress on-site and give a carving demonstration.
George will speak about his work at 3pm. Guests can enjoy a sample of [...]

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Indoor Yard Sale

Dec 8, 2008 to Dec 12, 2008 - Everyone invited to our first Indoor Yard Sale/Holiday Shopping Event. It is open daily from 8:30am to 3:30pm, as well as Tuesday evening 4:00pm to 6:00pm.
This evening the Grade 8 students will also be hosting a bake sale. Come visit the centre and see what [...]

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  • Dec

Day of Discovery Information for the Unemployed

Dec 8, 2008 - You Will Discover:
Workshops featuring experts on living on a reduced budget and coping with the stress of unemployment and the holidays. - Information on Second Career Training and how to access it. Exhibitors such as the Unemployed Help Centre, St.Clair College, Career Development Services, Financial Fitness and many others from [...]

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  • Dec

Christmas in the Country

Dec 7, 2008 - Enjoy traditional handmade decorations, cider and roasted chestnuts. The Homestead is open and decorated Monday through Friday - December 1 through 18th. Group programs by appointment.
Hours: 10am to 4pm
Cost: Adult $5, child $3, Family $16
Venue: John R. Park Homestead and Conservation Area, 915 County Rd 50 East, Harrow
jrph@erca.org
www.erca.org
Phone 519-738-2029 [...]

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40th annual Windsor Santa Claus Parade

Dec 6, 2008 - Enjoy the glittering festiveness of the 40th annual Windsor Santa Claus Parade! The parade route begins at Atkinson Park and continues west into Sandwich Towne.
Hours: from 6pm
Cost: N/A
Venue: , Windsor
info@santaparade.org
www.santaparade.org/main/map.html
Phone 519-254-2880 for more information.

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CP Rail Holiday Train

Dec 3, 2008 - Our 10th Anniversary Holiday Train will visit over 100 communities in seven states and six provinces to raise food, money and awareness for local food banks . Bring your cash and food donations and support your local food bank. To date, we’ve raised $3 million dollars and 1.6 million pounds [...]

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  • Dec

Willistead Manor Christmas Tours

Dec 3, 2008 to Dec 28, 2008 - The icicles will be shimmering and the snow flakes aglow as Willistead Manor opens its doors for the holidays. The entire month of December will be a gala ablaze with the ambiance of the season in Windsor’s premier heritage home. Twelve rooms of this Edwardian [...]