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Feb. 9: Don your fascinators and stretch your pinky fingers for the newest family friendly event coming to Essex Centre — the “Downtown Essex Tea Party” — at the Essex Train Station courtesy of the ACT (Arts, Culture and Tourism) Committee. From 1 p.m. until 3 p.m. party-goers can make cards and decorate cookies while enjoying the British beverage. While no members of the royal family are planning to attend (LOL!), attendees can be served by some local celebrities, including: Essex Town Council Mayor Larry Snively; Deputy Mayor Richard Meloche; Essex Fire & Rescue Services Chief Rick Arnel and local Member of Parliament Chris Lewis. Pre-registration is required and the $14/person fee includes: craft materials, door prize ballots, tea service and classic finger foods such as cucumber sandwiches. Participants are asked to dress for the occasion and bring their favourite tea cups (will be provided for those who don’t have their own). Registration is limited and can be done online at: EssexConnect.ca (search “Tea Party”) or by calling 776-8992. Feb. 14: Happy “Valentine’s Day!” Take your sweetheart (kids included if you like) out for a nice meal and support a local restaurant. Don’t forget the chocolates, flowers, wine or even a little bling! Feb. 15: “Be Who You Are” at the “TRUE Festival” in Amherstburg! Details on page 23! Feb. 15: The “Stupid Cupid Party” takes place at Jake’s Roadhouse & Blues Joint, 2300 Huron Church Road in Windsor from 8 p.m. until midnight. If you forgot about Valentine’s Day; simply don’t care about it; enjoy being single or even if you have someone special and like to party then join British Beat 66 for a fun filled evening at no charge! (please note: food and drinks are offered at regular business prices). For more info email: BB66@mdirect.net; visit: BritishBeat66.com or dial 991-5794. Feb. 16: The third annual “Army VS Navy Hockey Game” presented by Adopt-A-Vet Canada — where local Soldiers and Sailors compete to take home the “Grapes Cup” — takes place at the WFCU Centre Main Bowl, 8787 McHugh Street in Windsor from noon until 4 p.m. This is a FREE event put on for the community ($1 suggested donation or non-perishable food item is appreciated). All funds raised help the veterans here in our community. Bring your skates too, because following the game you will be able to lace them up and join the local heroes on the ice for a FREE skate. Questions? Email: info@adoptavet.ca; refer to: AdoptaVet.ca or phone 226-345-9252. Feb. 17: Happy “Family Day!” Feb. 18: The Literacy Committee of Rotary Club of Windsor (1918), with partners Families First and Douglas Marketing Group, invite you to the new Signature Tributes Event Centre, 3310 Dougall Avenue in Windsor for the “Tell Your Story Writing Contest Awards” from 6:30 p.m. until 9 p.m. During this evening, watch the talented finalists (in four separate age groups from grade six to
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grade 12 to age 21) bring their stories to life as they are told through dramatic readings on stage. The event is free to attend, light snacks and beverages provided. See contest info at: FamiliesFirst.ca/tellyour-story. For more event info, send an email to: kblondin@experiencedmg.com or call 258-1858. Feb. 19: The Windsor-Essex Regional Chamber of Commerce presents the February “After Business” at Fionn MacCool’s, 430 Ouellette Avenue inside the Four Points by Sheraton from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. Network with local business professionals, while enjoying delicious complimentary appetizers, a cash bar, and a chance to win door prizes. Admission (HST is extra) is as follows: Chamber Member or Emerging Leader (21 to 35): $15; Future Member: $20. For further details email: mpoljak@windsoressexchamber.org; view: WindsorEssexChamber.org Feb. 21-23, 27-29; March 1 and 5-7: Korda Artistic Productions presents “The Fantasticks” (the longest running musical in history, but with new twists!) at the KordaZone Theatre, 2520 Seminole Street in Windsor with performances Thursday, Friday and Saturday at 8 p.m. and Sunday matinees at 2 p.m. General Admission is $25, but on Thursday, February 27 just pay what you can. Tickets are available at the box office and through: KordaZone.com. Feb. 22: The “Coldest Night of the Year Walk-aThon” hosted by The Downtown Mission of Windsor begins at 664 Victoria Avenue at 5 p.m. This two, five or 10 km Walk-a-Thon is an opportunity to raise much needed financial support to continue providing basic necessities, supports and hope for our hungry, homeless and hurting neighbours. This is a family-friendly event, but any walker under the age of 12 must be accompanied by an adult. A hot light dinner is served to all walkers and volunteers at the end of the walk. Cost to participate for adults 18 and up is $25 or you can fundraise a minimum of $150 to make more of an impact locally. Youth 11 to 17 can fundraise a minimum of $75 or pay the $25 registration fee. Find more info on their website: DowntownMission.com/event/coldest-night-of-theyear-2020 or contact Afshin Ali by phone 973-5573 X 340 or email: afshin@downtownmission.com. Feb. 22 & 23: “Rogers Hometown Hockey” stops at the Vollmer Culture and Recreation Complex, 2121 Laurier Parkway, in LaSalle. Bring your family and celebrate hockey! Meet Ron MacLean and Tara Slone of Sportsnet. Free live music, activities and more on Saturday from noon to 6 p.m. and Sunday from noon to 10 p.m. To learn more, phone 969-7770; email: dhadre@lasalle.ca or see: LaSalle.ca/hometownhockey. Feb. 28: The Ontario Law Enforcement Torch Run presents the 6th annual “Polar Plunge” at the Windsor International Aquatic Centre, 401 Pitt Street West from 5 p.m. until 7:30 p.m. (registration/preplunge 5 to 6 p.m. and plunge at 6:30 p.m.) The “Polar Plunge” is a unique opportunity for individuals, B I Z X M A G A Z IN E • F E B R U A R Y 2 0 2 0
organizations, and businesses to support Special Olympics Ontario athletes by taking a flying leap into very cold water! Register, dare a friend, donate or fundraise in support of an amazing cause. Adults can register for $50 or fundraise $100 to waive this fee. Students can register for $25 or fundraise $75 to waive this fee. Find out more by logging on to: PolarPlunge.ca/plunges/windsor-essex; by emailing: abby@skoclarity.com or by calling 916-2416. Feb. 29: Leap Year — an extra day, hooray! Feb. 29 & March 1: “The Essex Train Show” presented by Heritage Essex rolls in to the Essex Public School, 72 Brien Avenue East from 9:30 a.m. until 3:30 p.m. As the largest train show in southwestern Ontario you can find something for everyone including interactive train displays for children to actually partake in the experience. Admission: $5 adults; $4 teens/seniors; $3 children and those under three years of age are not charged. For more info email: heritageessex@bellnet.ca; check: EssexRailwayStation.com or dial 776-9800. March 3: Join the Detroit River Canadian Cleanup for a free screening of “A Plastic Ocean” at the Capitol Theatre, 121 University Avenue West in downtown Windsor. Doors open at 6 p.m.; screening begins at 6:30 p.m. with a panel discussion to follow. The film is an award-winning feature length documentary brought to you by a group of dedicated scientists, film-makers, social entrepreneurs, scholars, environmentalists and journalists, that explores the fragile state of our oceans and uncovers alarming truths about the consequences of our disposable lifestyle. To attend you must pre-register at: DetroitRiver.ca/movie. Learn more by sending an email to: serran@detroitriver.ca or by calling 776-5209 ext. 245. March 4: “Hats On For Healthcare”, read the front line on page 9 of this issue for details on how to get your hat on for charity. March 7 & 8: The Windsor-Essex Home Builders’ Association presents the “Home and Lifestyle Show” at the Ciociaro Club, 3745 North Talbot Road, Oldcastle. Tickets are $8 in advance for adults with children (under 12) no charge to attend, $10 at the door. Hours are Saturday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. If you have any questions, find the answers you need on their website: HomeAndLifestyleShow.com. March 8: Women’s Enterprise Skills Training of Windsor Inc. presents the “International Women’s Day Gala.” Turn back to page 5 to learn how to purchase your tickets. March 13: The Ciociaro Club observes “International Women’s Day” with its 16th annual celebration honouring all amazing women in Windsor and Essex County. The fun kicks off at 6 p.m. and features a wonderful meal, a walk-thru fashion show and shopping at some fabulous beauty and accessory vendors. Tickets are $55 with all proceeds to benefit the Windsor Regional Hospital Breast Health Centre. If you would like to attend this event simply call Ilde Mariani, 991-2743.
