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OCTOBER/NOVEMBER 2015
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METRO DETROIT & REGION Biz X has the list of business events (and some fun stuff) that you
shouldn’t miss! Please be sure to confirm all events before attending.
*unless noted, the area code to dial is 519
WINDSOR ESSEX
WINDSOR ESSEX Oct.16: The “36th Anniversary of Hospice” collectibles and vintage items. For info check
Jan.16: Sterling Heights Regional Chamber October is “Small Business Month” in Canada, at the Giovanni Caboto Club, 6 p.m. cocktails Town.Lasalle.on.ca OR call 969-7771 ext. 0
see pages 38 & 39 of this issue. and dinner 7 p.m. Tickets $125/tables $1,250 Oct.24&25: The Windsor Orchid Society
Oct.9,15&22: “Building Your Health & presents their “Third Annual International
includes appetizers, entertainment, Rolex raffle and
Safety Program” is a health and safety incentive dinner. 251-2557 Orchid Show and Sale” at the Columbus Centre
program of the Workplace Safety & Insurance Oct.18: The “Super Hero Takeover” at the
(2401 Columbus Drive). There will be orchid
Board (WSIB) for small business owners taking Ciociaro Club (3745 North Talbot Road, Oldcastle) displays, artwork exhibits and vendors from as
place at the Windsor Construction Association, from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. Bring your children, aged far as Ecuador. The event runs on Saturday from
2880 Temple Drive. This program helps you ee to 11, for a fun filled afternoon with their 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday from 11 a.m. to
thr
develop an effective health and safety program favourite superheroes and lots of fun activities. 4 p.m. and a photographer’s only session (tripods
to better manage risks and reduce injury and Tickets are $50 (both adults and children must allowed) runs Sunday from 9 a.m.to 11 a.m. with
illness costs. IHSA has teamed up with the hase tickets) and all proceeds benefit Cystic Ted Kloske from Henry’s. Please register for the
purc
WSIB (sponsor) to bring you this series of training Fibrosis Canada Essex-Kent Chapter. 252-2850 photographer’s session and/or check out show
sessions. Attend these three sessions (4 hours each) Oct.20: The Institute for Border Logistics ils at WindsorOrchidSociety.ca. $6 Adults
deta
and receive a 5% WSIB rebate. There is no cost to and Security hosts the “Mexican and Canadian (12 & under free.) For details call Ed Cott, 252-7342.
attend this workshop, the 5% rebate is based on Customs Compliance and Cross Border” event at Oct.25: “Third Annual HowlWeen Bash”
your 2015 WSIB premiums. To see if your business Caesars Windsor (7:45 to 11:15 a.m.). Tickets are at Silver Tee Golf and Virtual Gaming Centre
qualifies, and to obtain a registration form, contact $50 each and include breakfast. Register online at (1360 Highway #3, Oldcastle) for the benefit of
Patricia Cowdrey, 663-2484. BorderSecurityInstitute.com. This event features FLOP (For the Love of Paws) Animal Rescue. Come
out to Silver Tee from 11 a.m. until 4 p.m. for a “Scary
Oct.10: The “Zombie Chase” is a 5k Run/ Customs Officials from Canada and Mexico,
Walk/Drag on the Riverfront Trail in downtown attendees can learn about the latest changes to Good” time! Meet their adoptable dogs looking for
Windsor starting at the Askin and Riverside Drive Canadian and Mexican cross border issues and their “fur” ever home. Enjoy something hot off
parking lot and out to Ouellette and maybe coming best practices for exporting and expanding their the BBQ, play a round of mini golf, hit the driving
back . . . maybe! The LIVING go out at sunset operations into Mexico. 258-1858 x 26 range or purchase a raffle ticket, face painting, craft
(approximately 6:55 p.m.) and then the DEAD get Oct.22: “Small Biz, Big Buzz Expo,” 5 to 9 p.m. at the corner, haunted house ($2 admission noon until
released onto the course three minutes later. We Water’s Edge Event Centre. Free Admission. 253-6900. 3 p.m. only) $5 pony rides and more, all to benefit
encourage you to dress up as your favourite undead Oct.22: Royal Canadian Legion Branch 12, FLOP animal rescue. For more information visit:
character. There is awesome swag for participating “The Hut” (2090 Brant Street) celebrates its 90 SilverTeeGolf.com/upcoming-events.
th
including a zombie inspired finishers medal. For anniversary with an open house from 5 to 10 p.m. Oct.25: An all-you-can-eat taco bar fundraiser to
more information go to RunningFlat.com. Questions? Visit RCL12.com OR call 256-3366. help Second Chance Animal Rescue (SCAR) raise
Oct.10,11&12: If you love corn on the cob you Oct.22: “Fabulous, Furry Friends Fundraising funds to continue to care for animals searching for
won’t want to miss out on your chance to indulge in Dinner” at Silver Tee Golf & Virtual Gaming Centre their second chance at happiness from 4 to 10 p.m.
the final bounty of the season during Thanksgiving (1360 Highway #3, Oldcastle) for the benefit of at Average Joe’s (1286 Lauzon Road). For every
weekend. Customers can pick up a dozen sumptuous FLOP (For the Love of Paws) Animal Rescue. ticket purchased receive a ticket for a chance to
ears for only $5 and all funds raised help The Lung Doors open 6:30 p.m. and dinner at 7 p.m. Virtual win a doggie bunk bed “unlike any other” or one
Association continue its mission to improve lung carnival games, soccer and basketball. Door prizes! of the many other many prizes available. Dinner
health by supporting patients as they confront the $25 a ticket, $12, for those 12 and under. Purchase begins at 4 p.m. (doors open at 3:30 p.m.) for
life-changing challenges that come with a diagnosis your tickets at Silver Tee; Mel’s Automotive, only $20 per person; $35 per couple or $15 for
of chronic lung disease. Look for volunteers from 5906 Tecumseh Road East; Pet Valu in St. Clair children under 12. SCAR would also appreciate
The Lung Association at Bonduelle’s Corn Booth Beach and LaSalle. For more information visit: it if all attendees would bring an item from their
(Tecumseh Road East and Lacasse Blvd.) from SilverTeeGolf.com/upcoming-events. wish list (see the website) as a donation to receive
10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on all three days. If you’re Oct.23: “Windsor-Essex JOB DAY” from a ticket to win one of the door prizes as well.
interested in signing up to volunteer for two to 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the WFCU Centre with over Purchase your tickets from Average Joe’s, Pet Valu
four-hour shifts, call 256-3433. 50 booths to help you find a job! Free and open to at The Roundhouse Centre, Velvet Financing
Oct.12: Happy Thanksgiving! everyone. Onsite childcare is also provided during (4049 Tecumseh Road East), and on-line at
Oct.15 to 18 and Nov.18: “BookFest Windsor the event. For more information, visit JobDay.ca SCARescue.org. If you have questions, please
2015: 400 Stories,” ranked one of the top literary OR call 258-4076. contact Cherie, 226-783-0826.
festivals in Canada, this event presents an audience- Oct.24: Biz X magazine presents the “Second Oct.25: Windsor King Fest presents “A little
friendly program full of exciting stories about Annual We Will Rock Blue” concert starring The bit of country & a little bit of rock & roll – Elvis
this region and beyond. Locations include the Fab Four BEATLES TRIBUTE in support of style” at 7 p.m. at Water’s Edge Event Centre.
Capitol Theatre, 121 University Avenue. This year’s iPads for Autism at The Chrysler Theatre at 8 p.m. This is another fun show of family entertainment
highlights include the launch of Nino Ricci’s (from Doors open at 7:30 p.m. Tickets can be featuring Norm Ackland Jr., Crystal Gage and Ryan
Leamington) newest book, “Sleep.” Other sessions purchased at the theatre box office or online at St. Denis. Norm is one of the country’s leading
WeWillRockBlue.com. Ticket prices are $25 and Elvis Tribute Artists and most recently was named
include: francophone, graphic novels, poetry,
workshops and more. On Nov.18, Lawrence Hill, $35. For more information call the box office as “Collingwood Elvis Festival’s Grand Champion.”
author of “The Book of Negroes ,” comes to Windsor 252- 6579 or 1-800-387-9181. Crystal and Ryan have been delighting audiences
to launch his latest fiction title, “The Illegal .” Tickets Oct.24&25: “Antique Show and Sale” at the in Canada and the U.S. with their dynamic
available online and at the Capitol Theatre and the Vollmer Culture and Recreation Complex, 2121 country and pop music. Tickets and information at
Self-Publishing Lab of the Windsor Public Library’s Laurier Parkway. Admission is $2 per person. Show WindsorKingfest.com OR call 226-783-5069.
Central Branch. Visit BookfestWindsor.com for runs from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday and from Oct.30: The “33rd Annual Fundraising Banquet”
ticket details and times. 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday. Featuring antiques, for Windsor Women Working With Immigrant
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OCTOBER/NOVEMBER 2015
818-6615. DATES TO REMEMBER BROUGHT TO YOU BY
METRO DETROIT & REGION Biz X has the list of business events (and some fun stuff) that you
shouldn’t miss! Please be sure to confirm all events before attending.
*unless noted, the area code to dial is 519
WINDSOR ESSEX
WINDSOR ESSEX Oct.16: The “36th Anniversary of Hospice” collectibles and vintage items. For info check
Jan.16: Sterling Heights Regional Chamber October is “Small Business Month” in Canada, at the Giovanni Caboto Club, 6 p.m. cocktails Town.Lasalle.on.ca OR call 969-7771 ext. 0
see pages 38 & 39 of this issue. and dinner 7 p.m. Tickets $125/tables $1,250 Oct.24&25: The Windsor Orchid Society
Oct.9,15&22: “Building Your Health & presents their “Third Annual International
includes appetizers, entertainment, Rolex raffle and
Safety Program” is a health and safety incentive dinner. 251-2557 Orchid Show and Sale” at the Columbus Centre
program of the Workplace Safety & Insurance Oct.18: The “Super Hero Takeover” at the
(2401 Columbus Drive). There will be orchid
Board (WSIB) for small business owners taking Ciociaro Club (3745 North Talbot Road, Oldcastle) displays, artwork exhibits and vendors from as
place at the Windsor Construction Association, from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. Bring your children, aged far as Ecuador. The event runs on Saturday from
2880 Temple Drive. This program helps you ee to 11, for a fun filled afternoon with their 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday from 11 a.m. to
thr
develop an effective health and safety program favourite superheroes and lots of fun activities. 4 p.m. and a photographer’s only session (tripods
to better manage risks and reduce injury and Tickets are $50 (both adults and children must allowed) runs Sunday from 9 a.m.to 11 a.m. with
illness costs. IHSA has teamed up with the hase tickets) and all proceeds benefit Cystic Ted Kloske from Henry’s. Please register for the
purc
WSIB (sponsor) to bring you this series of training Fibrosis Canada Essex-Kent Chapter. 252-2850 photographer’s session and/or check out show
sessions. Attend these three sessions (4 hours each) Oct.20: The Institute for Border Logistics ils at WindsorOrchidSociety.ca. $6 Adults
deta
and receive a 5% WSIB rebate. There is no cost to and Security hosts the “Mexican and Canadian (12 & under free.) For details call Ed Cott, 252-7342.
attend this workshop, the 5% rebate is based on Customs Compliance and Cross Border” event at Oct.25: “Third Annual HowlWeen Bash”
your 2015 WSIB premiums. To see if your business Caesars Windsor (7:45 to 11:15 a.m.). Tickets are at Silver Tee Golf and Virtual Gaming Centre
qualifies, and to obtain a registration form, contact $50 each and include breakfast. Register online at (1360 Highway #3, Oldcastle) for the benefit of
Patricia Cowdrey, 663-2484. BorderSecurityInstitute.com. This event features FLOP (For the Love of Paws) Animal Rescue. Come
out to Silver Tee from 11 a.m. until 4 p.m. for a “Scary
Oct.10: The “Zombie Chase” is a 5k Run/ Customs Officials from Canada and Mexico,
Walk/Drag on the Riverfront Trail in downtown attendees can learn about the latest changes to Good” time! Meet their adoptable dogs looking for
Windsor starting at the Askin and Riverside Drive Canadian and Mexican cross border issues and their “fur” ever home. Enjoy something hot off
parking lot and out to Ouellette and maybe coming best practices for exporting and expanding their the BBQ, play a round of mini golf, hit the driving
back . . . maybe! The LIVING go out at sunset operations into Mexico. 258-1858 x 26 range or purchase a raffle ticket, face painting, craft
(approximately 6:55 p.m.) and then the DEAD get Oct.22: “Small Biz, Big Buzz Expo,” 5 to 9 p.m. at the corner, haunted house ($2 admission noon until
released onto the course three minutes later. We Water’s Edge Event Centre. Free Admission. 253-6900. 3 p.m. only) $5 pony rides and more, all to benefit
encourage you to dress up as your favourite undead Oct.22: Royal Canadian Legion Branch 12, FLOP animal rescue. For more information visit:
character. There is awesome swag for participating “The Hut” (2090 Brant Street) celebrates its 90 SilverTeeGolf.com/upcoming-events.
th
including a zombie inspired finishers medal. For anniversary with an open house from 5 to 10 p.m. Oct.25: An all-you-can-eat taco bar fundraiser to
more information go to RunningFlat.com. Questions? Visit RCL12.com OR call 256-3366. help Second Chance Animal Rescue (SCAR) raise
Oct.10,11&12: If you love corn on the cob you Oct.22: “Fabulous, Furry Friends Fundraising funds to continue to care for animals searching for
won’t want to miss out on your chance to indulge in Dinner” at Silver Tee Golf & Virtual Gaming Centre their second chance at happiness from 4 to 10 p.m.
the final bounty of the season during Thanksgiving (1360 Highway #3, Oldcastle) for the benefit of at Average Joe’s (1286 Lauzon Road). For every
weekend. Customers can pick up a dozen sumptuous FLOP (For the Love of Paws) Animal Rescue. ticket purchased receive a ticket for a chance to
ears for only $5 and all funds raised help The Lung Doors open 6:30 p.m. and dinner at 7 p.m. Virtual win a doggie bunk bed “unlike any other” or one
Association continue its mission to improve lung carnival games, soccer and basketball. Door prizes! of the many other many prizes available. Dinner
health by supporting patients as they confront the $25 a ticket, $12, for those 12 and under. Purchase begins at 4 p.m. (doors open at 3:30 p.m.) for
life-changing challenges that come with a diagnosis your tickets at Silver Tee; Mel’s Automotive, only $20 per person; $35 per couple or $15 for
of chronic lung disease. Look for volunteers from 5906 Tecumseh Road East; Pet Valu in St. Clair children under 12. SCAR would also appreciate
The Lung Association at Bonduelle’s Corn Booth Beach and LaSalle. For more information visit: it if all attendees would bring an item from their
(Tecumseh Road East and Lacasse Blvd.) from SilverTeeGolf.com/upcoming-events. wish list (see the website) as a donation to receive
10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on all three days. If you’re Oct.23: “Windsor-Essex JOB DAY” from a ticket to win one of the door prizes as well.
interested in signing up to volunteer for two to 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the WFCU Centre with over Purchase your tickets from Average Joe’s, Pet Valu
four-hour shifts, call 256-3433. 50 booths to help you find a job! Free and open to at The Roundhouse Centre, Velvet Financing
Oct.12: Happy Thanksgiving! everyone. Onsite childcare is also provided during (4049 Tecumseh Road East), and on-line at
Oct.15 to 18 and Nov.18: “BookFest Windsor the event. For more information, visit JobDay.ca SCARescue.org. If you have questions, please
2015: 400 Stories,” ranked one of the top literary OR call 258-4076. contact Cherie, 226-783-0826.
festivals in Canada, this event presents an audience- Oct.24: Biz X magazine presents the “Second Oct.25: Windsor King Fest presents “A little
friendly program full of exciting stories about Annual We Will Rock Blue” concert starring The bit of country & a little bit of rock & roll – Elvis
this region and beyond. Locations include the Fab Four BEATLES TRIBUTE in support of style” at 7 p.m. at Water’s Edge Event Centre.
Capitol Theatre, 121 University Avenue. This year’s iPads for Autism at The Chrysler Theatre at 8 p.m. This is another fun show of family entertainment
highlights include the launch of Nino Ricci’s (from Doors open at 7:30 p.m. Tickets can be featuring Norm Ackland Jr., Crystal Gage and Ryan
Leamington) newest book, “Sleep.” Other sessions purchased at the theatre box office or online at St. Denis. Norm is one of the country’s leading
WeWillRockBlue.com. Ticket prices are $25 and Elvis Tribute Artists and most recently was named
include: francophone, graphic novels, poetry,
workshops and more. On Nov.18, Lawrence Hill, $35. For more information call the box office as “Collingwood Elvis Festival’s Grand Champion.”
author of “The Book of Negroes ,” comes to Windsor 252- 6579 or 1-800-387-9181. Crystal and Ryan have been delighting audiences
to launch his latest fiction title, “The Illegal .” Tickets Oct.24&25: “Antique Show and Sale” at the in Canada and the U.S. with their dynamic
available online and at the Capitol Theatre and the Vollmer Culture and Recreation Complex, 2121 country and pop music. Tickets and information at
Self-Publishing Lab of the Windsor Public Library’s Laurier Parkway. Admission is $2 per person. Show WindsorKingfest.com OR call 226-783-5069.
Central Branch. Visit BookfestWindsor.com for runs from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday and from Oct.30: The “33rd Annual Fundraising Banquet”
ticket details and times. 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday. Featuring antiques, for Windsor Women Working With Immigrant
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