Community Calendar

FRI., APRIL 28 & SAT., APRIL 29

RUMMAGE SALE - Held at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, 129 Simcoe St. (at Bathurst St.), in Amherstburg. Runs 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. April 28 and 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. April 29. Come find your treasure! Great prices - ladies, men’s, children clothing, housewaresbooks and so much more. Something for everyone! If you wish to donate items, call 519-995-6957 before April 26 to arrange pick-up.

SATURDAY, APRIL 29

JANE’S WALK - Windsor Jane’s Walk 2023 will take place in Essex County from April 28 - 30 and in Windsor from May 5 - 7. April 29 will feature an entire day of walks in Amherstburg! Free event. The link for the schedule is windsorjaneswalk.ca Amherstburg walks are “Boats in the Burg” – 9:00 a.m. - led by the Meg and Kara of the Marsh Collection; Look Again: Outside Amherstburg - 10:45 a.m. - led by Sophie Hinch of Art Windsor Essex; Structures with Stories: Built Heritage in Downtown Amherstburg – 1:00 p.m. - led by Meg Reiner; Heritage at Risk: The Importance of Designation, HCDs and Advocacy - 2:15 p.m. - led by Tammy Dewhirst and St. Clement Church Tour (McGregor) –4:00 p.m. - led by church volunteers.

SATURDAY, MAY 6

OUTDOOR VENDORS SHOW - Held at the Essex County Steam & Gas Engine Museum, located at CoAn Park in McGregor (11081 Concession 11). Runs from 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Any vendors interested in participating can call 519-726-0606 or visit www. essexsteamandgasengine.com.

SATURDAY, MAY 6

OMOLUABI BLACK HISTORY CELEBRATION -

Presented by the Nigerian Canadians for Cultural Education and Economic Progress. Starts with 10 a.m. tour of Amherstburg Freedom Museum, 277 King St. Tour and lunch at Amherstburg First Baptist Church, 232 George St. Presentations and entertainment at Columbus Community Hall, 190 Richmond St., at 1 p.m. featuring Leslie McCurdy, Mbonisi Zikali, Eric Johnson and Nelson Ing. E-mail info@ncceep.com for more information. Funded by the Government of Canada.

SATURDAY, MAY 6

DETROIT RIVER WALLEYE CLASSIC - Takes place at Gil Maure Park in LaSalle (Laurier & Front Road).

Presented by the LaSalle Firefighters Association in partnership with Belfor Property Restoration and Sterling Ridge Group Inc. Boats are encouraged to arrive by water for registration as parking is limited. Cash prizes for winners. For more info, visit www. detroitriverwalleyeclassic.com.

SUNDAY, MAY 21

BELLE VUE FUNDRAISER - Windsor Symphony Orchestra (WSO) youth orchestra presenting “Looking to the Future,” a performance by the Windsor Symphony Youth Orchestra string quartet. Concert being held at Christ Church (317 Ramsay St. in Amherstburg), starts at 3 p.m. Proceeds support the window restoration program for the 200-year-old National Historic Site Belle Vue.

Tickets $12 in advance, $15 at the door. Advance tickets sold at River Bookshop, Marsh Historical Collection, Gordon House and the Gibson Gallery. For information, call 519-736-7586 or visit www.bellevueconservancy. com.

ONGOING

MENTAL HEALTH & COUNSELLING SERVICESThe Youth Wellness Hub presenting mental health and counselling services at The House Youth Centre. Starts Feb. 8 and will run every Wednesday from 2:00 - 6:00 p.m. Free for people between the ages of 12-25. The House is located within the Amherstburg Community Hub at 320 Richmond St. For details, call 519-8008640.

MISSION HOURS - The Amherstburg Food and Fellowship Mission, 298 Victoria St. S., is open from 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. with lunch served between 12-1 p.m. Mission food bank open Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 10 a.m.-11:45 a.m. and 1-3 p.m. For info, call 519-736-9140 or visit www.aburgmission.ca. Stop by for food, fellowship and a warm welcome.

FREE COMMUNITY MEAL - Lighthouse Church, in conjunction with Feeding Windsor, invites the public to come every Thursday at 5:30 p.m. for a free dinner. Everyone welcome. Come meet others in the community and enjoy some good food. No registration required. Bring a friend! Lighthouse Church is located at 266 King St. (entrance off Gore St.).

GOLDEN AGE CLUB - The Golden Age Club, Amherstburg’s friendship club, located at the Libro Recreation Centre is offering social activities five days a week. It costs $10 a year to join. There are over 160 members who have a lot of fun playing euchre, pepper, bingo, cribbage, and bridge and doing line dancing. We also have three special luncheons and a beautiful Christmas party each year. You pick which activities you want to participate in. Go to our website www. goldenagecentre.ca.

JUNIOR OPTIMIST INTERNATIONAL - Looking for youth in Grades 4-12 who are interested in giving back to the community and developing leadership skills. Contact Caitlin at 519-995-5289 or secretary@ bryerswood.com.

BINGOS - K of C Hall in River Canard starting bingos Jan. 11 at 7 p.m. Dine-in BBQ first Friday of the month, call in advance for tickets – 519-734-8575.

ACS FOOD BANK - Curbside pickup at Amherstburg Community Hub (320 Richmond St.). Runs MondayFriday 9 a.m.-12 noon. Call 519-736-5471 for assistance.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED - Community service volunteer hours are available for high school students. Outside jobs at Bryerswood Youth Camp. Please contact info@ bryerswood.com. Thank you.