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March 5: In honour of “International Women’s Day” the WindsorEssex Economic Development Corporation presents “How Women Are Using Tech To Change the World” from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Water’s Edge Event Centre, 2879 Riverside Drive East in Windsor. This event is open to the general public with admission set at $40 (dinner included). Register online at: Celebrating-Women-In-Tech.eventbrite.ca. For more event information, email Nicole Anderson: nanderson@windsoressexsmallbusiness.com; refer to: WindsorEssexSmallBusiness.com or dial 255-9200. March 6: “Negotiating with Confidence” presented by the Windsor Essex Economic Development Corporation with Guest Speaker Fotini Iconomopoulos runs from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Institute for Border Logistics and Security, 3475 Wheelton Drive, Windsor. Earning the nickname “The Negotiator” as a child, the Guest Speaker has spent the last decade helping business executives achieve their business goals, increase profitability and create a competitive advantage. She empowers them, along with her Schulich School of Business MBA students, through her expertise in negotiation, communication and persuasion. Space is limited to allow for maximum learning so brace yourself for some tangible, instant, personal feedback on how to: Negotiate anything; Get power and learn to use it; Communicate confidently to get what you want and Manage difficult people. Admission is $50 and lunch is included. To learn more email: nanderson@windsoressexsmallbusiness.com; go visit the website: WindsorEssexSmallBusiness.com or phone 255-9200. March 6: Come out early before the Windsor Express game for an exclusive concert at 6 p.m. with singer Alexa Carroccia, in the Crown Royal Room of the WFCU Centre, 8787 McHugh Street, Windsor. Tickets are $20 and include entry to the game as well. Get your tickets by emailing: alexacarr55@gmail.com or calling 560-7707. March 6 and 7; 12 to 14; 19 to 21: Ghost Light Players makes their debut at The Shadowbox Theatre (corner of Shepherd and Howard in Windsor, the home of Post Productions) with Yasmina Reza’s scathing social satire “God of Carnage” starring Jeff Bastien, Kristen Dias, Matt Maenpaa and Elinor Price. All performances are at 8 p.m., with doors opening up at 7:30 p.m. Tickets available for $20 in advance on: Eventbrite.com, or $25 at the door. Questions? Check: Facebook.com/pg/GhostlightPlayers or call 817-9176. March 8: Women’s Enterprise Skills Training of Windsor Inc. presents the “International Women’s Day Gala” at 6:30 p.m. at St. Clair College Centre for the Arts, 201 Riverside Drive West in Windsor. Tickets are $90 each and available online at: WestOfWindsor.com. March 8: From 7 to 9 p.m. Lakeland Homes presents a “Spring Strings Community Concert” with the Windsor Symphony Orchestra at The Capitol Theatre, 121 University Avenue West, Windsor. It’s a great concert for a great cause as 100% of ticket proceeds benefit Windsor Life Centre’s addiction treatment Centre and help transform the lives of women from
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across Canada seeking recovery. Tickets $30 at the door or purchase your tickets online in advance for just $25 at: CapitolTheatreWindsor.ca. For further details email: development@windsorlifecentre.com; view: WindsorLifeCentre.com or call 972-5986. March 13: The Ciociaro Club (3745 North Talbot Road, Oldcastle) observes “International Women’s Day” with its 16th annual celebration in honour of all the amazing women in Windsor and Essex County. The fun kicks off at 6 p.m. and features a wonderful meal, a walkthru fashion show and a chance to shop 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 contact Ilde Mariani by phone: 991-2743. March 14 and 15: The 7th annual “Windsor 50+ Lifestyle Show” presented by Vantage Enterprises Inc. takes place at the Caboto Club, 2175 Parent Avenue in Windsor from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. both days. Admission is $5 at the door. This event features interactive and informative displays, new and innovative products and services, free mini-treatments, health screenings and a wide range of community resources for boomers and seniors. You’ll find plenty of information about retirement, health/wellness, leisure activities, active living and lifestyle options plus fantastic travel deals, great shopping, lots of prizes and giveaways as well as exclusive offers and discounts from exhibitors. For more information email: vantageevents@mnsi.net; refer to: Windsor50PlusShow.com or dial 735-1142. March 17: Happy St. Patrick’s Day! Support a local company in the hospitality industry and stop by an area bar or restaurant for a pint of green beer and a corned beef sandwich. March 21: The 13th anniversary of “Say Yes to the Prom Dress” takes place at New Beginnings, 1015 Highland Avenue in Windsor from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. Young women from the community can come out and choose the perfect dress from a huge selection of formal, prom and graduation dresses in sizes 0 to 26. To get more details email Stacey at: syannacopoulos@newbe.ca; see: NewBeginningsWindsor.com or call 971-0973 ext. 102. March 27 to April 5: “Stag and Doe”, a production by the University Players takes place at the Essex Hall Theatre (corner of Wyandotte and Patricia in Windsor) from 8 until 10:30 p.m. Two brides, two grooms, a tray of unset Jello shots, a missing wedding cake, and a catering staff that’s been sent to jail — what else can go wrong in this hilarious romp through the kitchen of a local community hall? Bonnie and Brad are having a party to raise money for their upcoming wedding, just at the same moment that Mandy and Rob have lost their venue. They decide to compromise and work together to create an unforgettable evening that will have the audience roaring with laughter! Admission is $8 to $22. For more info email: kristen.siapas@uwindsor.ca; check: UniversityPlayers.com or call 253-3000. March 28: The Amherstburg Freedom Museum in partnership with The Amherstburg Community B IZ X M A G A Z IN E • M A R C H 2 0 2 0
Foundation presents “Freedom Achievers” from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at their location, 277 King Street, Amherstburg. Diversity and Inclusion Advocate and author of “Black on Bay Street”, Hadiya Roderique shares career advice, but also how she overcame obstacles in order to achieve success. Seating is limited, so get your tickets early! Cost to attend is $8 for adults by March 14 ($10 after) and for students, tickets are $3 by March 14 ($5 after). Tickets can be purchased on: Freedom-Achievers-Finding-Your-Voice. eventbrite.ca or by calling 736-5433. For more details contact Lorene Bridgen-Lennie, Assistant Curator for the Amherstburg Freedom Museum via email: lorene.bridgen@amherstburgfreedom.org; visiting: AmherstburgFreedom.org or calling 736-5433. March 29: The 38th annual “Easter Seals Telethon (Windsor Essex)” from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. — presented by The Toldo Foundation — wraps up a month long celebration for Easter Seals Month at the Student Life Centre at St. Clair College, 2000 Talbot Road in Windsor. The telethon is a community tradition and signature event that engages students, donors, media, volunteers, businesses, sponsors and the public throughout the region. Join host Mark McKenzie of 89X and ambassadors Brigid Kidd and Alexander Bondy on this exciting broadcast live on CTV (Bell Media) as the community raises funds to help kids with physical disabilities. Did you know Easter Seals Ontario’s birthplace is Windsor, Ontario? The organization, which was formerly The Ontario Society of Crippled Children was established on November 28, 1922 with thanks to the support of Rotary Club of Windsor 1918. The centennial will be celebrated in 2022! For more information on how your company can get involved in the telethon, email: jrenaud@easterseals.org; log on to: EasterSeals.org or phone 566-1735. April 4: The “Whiskers and Tails Gala” presented by The Windsor/Essex County Humane Society takes place at St. Clair College Centre for the Arts, 201 Riverside Dr West in Windsor from 6 until 11 p.m. Celebrating the event theme — humane heroes — Designs by Diane promises to transform the banquet room into a superhero themed experience you will never forget! For just $125 per person, gather your friends and family for a delicious four course meal and drinks; meet Humane Society alumni animals and learn more about what the Humane Society does for our community. Come dressed in your finest gala attire and use your superpowers on this special night to help save animals in need! Tickets are $125 each with tables of 8, 9, or 10 seats available. For further details email: events@windsorhumane.org; view: WindsorHumane.org or call 966-5751. April 7: The 28th annual St. Clair College “Alumni of Distinction Awards” take place at the Alumni Skyline Room, St. Clair College Centre for the Arts, 201 Riverside Drive West starting with a reception at 6:15 p.m. followed by dinner at 7 p.m. Tickets $60 each; tables of 8 or 10 available. Learn more about the awards at: StClairAlumni.com or dial 972-2747.
