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Posted April 26, 2013 @ 5:15PM
-May 23: Big Brothers Big Sisters of Windsor Essex presents the “27thAnnual Battle of the Hors D’oeuvres” at St. Clair College Centre for the Arts, doors open at 6 p.m. Experience 15 of Windsor’s finest food and beverage establishments all under one roof! Tickets are only $80 per person or 10 for $750.
All funds raised support Big Brothers Big Sisters of Windsor Essex’s youth mentoring programs. To buy your tickets visit bigbrothersbigsisterswe.ca or call 945-6232 ext. 13.
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Posted April 14, 2013 @ 12:13PM
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Posted April 12, 2013 @ 1:15PM
With the arrival of spring we cannot wait to dress to impress and the New Beginnings Say Yes to the Dress event is here to help! For one day only girls will be able to browse a huge selection of formal and graduation dresses ranging in size from 0-26 that they can wear to their special spring event.
The Say Yes to the Dress event will take place at New Beginnings, 1015 Highland Ave. Windsor, on April 13thfrom 1-5pm. It is FREE and open to the public… don’t worry fitting rooms are available to ensure it’s a perfect fit!
Since its inception 4 years ago the Say Yes to the Dress event has helped over 380 young women find the dress of their dreams. All dresses are either new or gently used and are donated by local retailers and individuals. For more information or to donate a new or gently used dress please contact Melissa Lauzon at 519-971-0973 x122 or e-mail at mlauzon@newbe.ca New Beginnings Essex County opened its doors in 1971 and has provided youth with a structured rehabilitation program of residential services, counseling, support, supervision and aftercare. Since our inception we have been successful in adding additional programs and services to assist more children, youth and families. For more information about New Beginnings and the programs they offer please see visit www.newbeginningswindsor.com. by Tim Fairhurst
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Posted April 6, 2013 @ 8:48PM
THE CROSSTOWN PLAYERS THEATRE, INC., PRESENTS SARAH GIRTY’S WAR, AN ORIGINAL THEATRE PRODUCTION THAT COMMEMORATES THE WAR OF 1812 BICENTENNIAL. ADMISSION IS FREE BUT THE TROUPE WILL PASS THE HAT--PROCEEDS FOR THE TROUPE’S NEW HOME IN OLD SANDWICH TOWNE. THE TROUPE ALSO ASKS FOR NON-PERISHABLE FOOD ITEMS TO RESTOCK THE NEIGHBOURHOOD FOOD BANK.
Players Theatre will present SARAH GIRTY’S WAR, an original two-act, 90-minute drama written and directed by Windsor playwright James. C. Mays. The play is one of four in the troupe’s Heritage Series that commemorates the Bicentennial of the War of 1812. The show stars Angelo Ciardella, Matthew Freake and Roberta Hunter.
Cash donations will go toward the troupe’s new home in Olde Sandwich Towne. Additionally, folks are asked to bring non-perishable food items to restock the neighbourhood food bank. Where: Rock Bottom Bar & Grill, 3236 Sandwich St. Windsor, ON. 519-258-7553
When: The 5-night run- April 11, Thursday; April 12, Friday; April 13, Saturday; (NO Sunday show); April 15, Monday; April 16, Tuesday
How: To reserve seats for dinner and/or the show, call Rock Bottom Bar & Grill 519-258-7553
Time: Dining room opens at 7 pm for those who wish to make it dinner and theatre. Shows start at 8 pm.
Important: Admission is free but the troupe will pass the hat to raise money for their new home. They ask everyone to bring non-perishable food items to restock the neighbourhood food bank. The shows are reservation onlyas seating capacity is limited.
For further information, please contact:
Mark Conte, Public Relations Director
Crosstown Players
647-995-0975
www.crosstownplayers.caby Tim Fairhurst
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Posted April 4, 2013 @ 8:59PM
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Posted March 26, 2013 @ 5:36PM
FORMER NHL PLAYER SHELDON KENNEDY PRESENTS ‘RESPECT IN SPORT’ MESSAGE AT THE WFCU CENTRE
The WFCU Centre will host former NHL player Sheldon Kennedy as he presents his “Respect in Sport” program on April 4, 2013 at 7 pm. Kennedy, known for his outspoken advocacy on child protection and the prevention of abuse, bullying and harassment will join his colleagues from Respect Group to discuss emerging best practices from across Canada. The session is open to all adults interested in hearing Sheldon’s empowering message.
The event will be presented by the Windsor Minor Hockey Association and other local sport groups and teams, who hope to engage other sports organizations, teachers and community leaders in order to educate community members on how to recognize, understand and deal with all types of abuse, harassment, maltreatment, neglect and bullying. Tickets are by donation at the door and Windsor Minor Hockey asks guests to bring a canned good or monetary donation to the Unemployed Help Centre to gain admission. “This is a great opportunity for leaders in our community to learn valuable lessons from Sheldon and be better prepared to identify and deal with these problems to create a safer environment for Windsor’s youth” commented Dean Lapierre, President of the Windsor Minor Hockey Association.
Respect in Sport was founded in 2004 by Wayne McNeil and Sheldon Kennedy in conjunction with the Canadian Red Cross. The program is the only one of its kind in Canada and has worked with sports organization, schools, and businesses across the country in order to educate leaders on the importance of dealing with bullying, abuse, harassment and neglect within their organizations and the community.
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Posted March 3, 2013 @ 8:35PM
Red Cross celebrates “March is Red Cross Month”
Each year, the Red Cross celebrates “March is Red Cross Month” by raising awareness about the contributions the organization makes to the community. Here in Windsor/Essex alone, the Red Cross assisted more than 650people last year, thanks to the support and dedication of more than 120 volunteers. To recognize March is Red Cross month, the community is invited to attend an
Open House
on Thursday, March 7 from 10am to 3pm
at The Canadian Red Cross
located at 3909 Grand Marais Road East, Windsor
Attendees will enjoy tours of the facility, first aid games, live FASTeam scenarios, snacks and refreshments, plus, enter for a chance to win a First Aid Kit, Babysitting course or Emergency First Aid Course! Also, sign-up for a March First Aid course and receive the second one for 25% off. “We hope that community members will join us to celebrate the work of the Red Cross,” said Lily-May LeBlanc, Community Services Coordinator, First Aid/ Injury Prevention.
For more than 100 years, the Canadian Red Cross has provided help and hope to those facing conflict, disaster, injury or illness here at home and around the world. Every four minutes, the Canadian Red Cross responds to a disaster in Canada providing support and comfort to those affected. The Red Cross also offers a variety of services that help elderly and vulnerable members of the community remain living in their own homes, including Meals on Wheels, Transportation and the Health Equipment Loan Program. First aid, water safety, violence and abuse prevention programs and workshops on humanitarian issues are also offered by the Red Cross.
Residents can help support the future of Red Cross by making a financial donation or by becoming a volunteer. To learn more, please visit www.redcross.ca. The Canadian Red Cross is a member of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement, which includes the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies, the International Committee of the Red Cross and 188 National Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies. Their mission is to improve the lives of vulnerable people by mobilizing the power of humanity in Canada and around the world.
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Posted February 27, 2013 @ 11:24PM
The Greater Windsor Home Builders’ Association holds their annual Home Show on Friday, March 1st from 4 pm-8pm, Saturday, March 2nd from 10 am-6 pm, and Sunday March 3rdfrom 10 am-5 pm at the Ciociaro Club.
Believe it or not, the snow will soon disappear and spring renovations will be your next project, you don’t want to miss this show!
Tickets are $6 each and youth receive free admission.
Phone: (519) 948-3247
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Posted February 22, 2013 @ 3:51PM
Young At Heart will be open Feb 24th-March 2nd, 2013 at the ArtSpeak Gallery; 1942 Wyandotte Street, East, Windsor,. The collection will feature a number of diverse works with all forms of media and styles welcome from its members.
The Canadian Cancer Society Youth Troop boasts many visual as well as performance based artists. The traditional visual art and photographs will be on display as well as musical groups playing throughout the reception held on Friday, March 1st, 2013, which is open to the public. Fifty percent of the proceeds will go directly to the local Canadian Cancer Society, Windsor-Essex County Unit.
“The caliber of youth who become involved with our Youth Troop is exemplary. These teens are devoted to fighting cancer, through advocacy, volunteering, carrying out prevention and awareness campaigns and now through fundraising and art. We are excited to be able to engage them and the wider community to appreciate our young local artists and fight this horrible disease,” states Volunteer Engagement Coordinator and Youth Troop innovator, Christine Richer of the Canadian Cancer Society-Essex County Unit.
The Canadian Cancer Society’s Youth Troop consists of youth leaders from various high schools throughout Windsor/Essex County. The goal of the Youth Troop is to increase awareness about cancer prevention and health promotion in our local high schools, while at the same time, providing youth with the meaningful, flexible and fun volunteer experiences they are looking for.
New members are always welcome at the CCS’s Youth Troop. One of the great benefits of membership is the uniting of community to fight this devastating disease and making a real difference in the lives of people right here in Essex County, creating a world where no Canadian fears cancer.
LEARN MORE: For more information about the Canadian Cancer Society, visitwww.cancer.ca
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Posted February 7, 2013 @ 11:09AM
Eat at Wendy’s and support Family Respite Services on Sunday, February 24th at any location from open to close. Great Food for a Great Cause!
Wendy’s will be giving Family Respite Services- an organization that supports over 900 families caring for children with disabilities in Windsor and Essex County, a portion of the sales from this day! Please visit www.familyrespite.org for more information. What Wendy’s location are you going to, on Sunday, February 24th?
1590 Huron Church Road - Windsor
1415 Ouellette Avenue - Windsor
2850 Howard Avenue - Windsor
4450 Walker Road - Windsor
7605 Tecumseh Road East - Windsor
5 Amy Croft Drive - Tecumseh
5 Oak Street – LeamingtonWhat’s your favourite Old Fashioned Wendy’s hamburger? http://www.wendys.ca/food/Family.jsp?family=1001Biz X hopes to see everyone out there in support of the Family Respite organization....and thanks Wendy's for helping our city with their COMMUNITY CONNECTION PROGRAM!by Tim Fairhurst
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