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FOUR WONDERFUL DECADES Carol Derbyshire Retires After 39 Years At Hospice STORY BY KIM WILLIS SHE MAY NOT HAVE carried out her mother’s wishes of becoming a nurse, but it would be easy to refer to Carol Derbyshire as a Florence Nightingale of our time. After 39 years, it will truly be the end of an era when Carol retires as Executive Director of The Hospice of Windsor and Essex County in November. Over the last four decades she has helped to create an organization that is unlike any other Hospice. It all started when she became one of the first volunteers at Hospice in 1979. Soon after that her good friend and former Executive Director of Hospice, Jane Boyd, approached Carol to be the Assistant Coordinator of Volunteers. At the time she was happily employed working for an optometrist. After a few weeks she agreed and the rest as they say, is history. “I decided on the spur of the moment to accept the position and found my niche in life. How lucky am I?” In 1986 a persistent board member suggested that Carol should be the Executive Director. She agreed to take on the role as interim ED until someone was hired. When it became apparent that the position would be permanent, Carol took it upon herself to find mentors and take courses. The Windsor-Essex Hospice is now the largest in Ontario and the only one with its own village. It consists of the Wellness Centre, the Pain and Symptom Management Clinic (housed in the Transition to Betterness Building), the Solcz Family Home for Children and Families, the April’s Garden Conservatory and the Hospice Residential Home.
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In the beginning Hospice was located in the old nurses’ residence at the Metropolitan campus of Windsor Regional Hospital. “I think back then our entire operating budget was about $286,000,” said Derbyshire. “We couldn’t afford a janitor so we would wash the facilities ourselves.” Hospice now boasts an annual budget of $5 million — funded through the province and donations — and two campuses, in Windsor and Leamington. Over 80 people now work at Hospice with more than 900 volunteers who assist over 2,000 people annually with their physical, emotional, spiritual and social well-being. Soon after Carol assumed the role of ED, the Ministry of Health visited Windsor to share that $6 million in funding was up for grabs. Derbyshire knew she had to seize this amazing opportunity. At the time they were not receiving any government funding and did not have funds to build anything so they visited people in their own homes. Carol immediately called her friend Gary Parent, head of Labour at the time. He said they needed to visit Dave Cooke, a Windsorite who was the Minister of Education. After some tumultuous weeks the Minister of Health signed a funding letter giving Hospice $300,000 to run its day programs. In addition to her extraordinary ability to talk to people and determine how she and Hospice can respond to their needs, Carol is a visionary. Lina Sabatini has worked with Carol for 35 years, including several years as her Executive Assistant. “Nothing is too far-fetched or off limits for Carol. She has the vision and takes others along for the ride.”
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After securing the program funding, Carol set out to find a building that would provide physical space for Hospice to offer additional services. “I was so naive,” she laughs. As luck would have it Carol read in the newspaper that the Windsor-Essex Catholic District School Board would be closing five of its schools. Thinking that she had nothing to lose, she once again picked up the phone. In 1992 after several meetings, the Board gave them use of their current building located at the former St. Vincent de Paul School on Empress Street. It was an eight year agreement with the stipulation that they keep it in good shape. “It was like winning the lottery,” states Derbyshire. At that point that Hospice started to deliver additional programs for individuals and families. An endowment was also established to assist with future funding needs. At the end of the eight year agreement Carol went back to the Catholic School Board to purchase the building. Not surprisingly, Carol was able to secure the facility and Hospice had a permanent home and 4.7 acres of land. Now it was time to bring Carol’s vision to life. Engineers came on site and determined that $1.8 million would be needed to bring the building up to date. She brought the report to her Board of Directors who made the courageous decision to get an architect to create deigns that would include beds for terminally-ill people on-site. It was also close to this time that Carol imagined what possibilities the Hospice could provide if they created their own “village”. She brought together a group of people and encouraged them to dream about all that Hospice could offer. The board was fully supportive and a capital campaign was launched.
Clockwise from opposite left: Carol in the children’s area garden at Hospice Village. Photo by John Liviero. Three generations of Hospice director: Carol Derbyshire, Jane Boyd and Jean Echlin. Featured in the Holiday 2009 edition of Windsor Life Magazine. Photo by Reg St. Louis. Hospice Village Campaign stalwarts featured on the cover of Windsor Life Magazine Summer 2001 edition (left to right): Windsor Building Inspector Bill Szekely; former Casino Windsor President Bobby Yee; philanthropist Tony Toldo; Hospice Executive Director Carol Derbyshire; Tunnel Duty Free Shoppe operator Marwan Taqtaq; Ambassador Bridge owner Matty Moroun; Windsor Building Inspector Eddy Staudt. Photo by Ray Hebert. 2005 Windsor Life Magazine cover story. Hair and make-up by Salon Utopia. Photo by Reg St. Louis. John Fairley and Carol at the kick-off of the 2018 Face to Face campaign. Photo by Marlene Corey. Carol’s 1986 feature article in the Windsor Star celebrating her appointment to Executive Director. Photo courtesy Hospice of Windsor-Essex County. Windsor-Tecumseh MPP and Ontario Minister of Finance Dwight Duncan presented Carol with the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Medal. Photo courtesy Hospice of Windsor-Essex County. A u t u m n
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“People kept coming forward to make the next step,” said Derbyshire. Everything was progressing well and then 911 happened. Her great friend Tony Toldo was a longtime supporter and advocate for Hospice. It was his suggestion to go to the city of Windsor and the county of Essex to ask for support. Together with Toldo and Ken Lewenza they held hands under the table and made an impassioned presentation to County Council. Toldo spoke passionately about the need in the community and Lewenza, who had lost both of his sisters recently, shared heartwarming stories of what Hospice had meant to his family. Finally the motion was put forward for the County to give $1 million. When it was approved cheers rang out. “I have never experienced anything so emotional,” recalls Derbyshire. When the city of Windsor declined the request for funding, Carol and Tony arranged to meet with the Premier and Minister of Health. Together they travelled down Highway 401 during an ice-storm to meet Premier Dalton McGuinty and Minister of Health, George Smitherman. They shared their vision and all the great innovations of Hospice in Windsor suggesting it could serve as the prototype for other hospices in the province. Two nights before the grand opening of the Hospice Village Carol received a call from Smitherman asking how much of the mortgage was remaining. Much to her delight the government agreed to fund the $800,000. Anyone you speak to will share that the secret to Carol’s success really isn’t much of a secret. She believes in Hospice and when she sees a need she is not too proud to go on bended knee to make it happen. “There are few, if any, people in Windsor and Essex County that do not know what Carol Derbyshire has done for the treatment and support of cancer patients and their families. What may not be so readily observable is what she has done not only for those of us with any type of life altering situation but for all of us in Windsor and Essex County. Carol has moved the bar for “caring” way beyond illness by helping us face whatever challenges confront us with optimism. In short, Carol has taught us how to live!” said Martin Girash, Chair, Board of Directors, Erie St. Clair LHIN. After almost four decades it continues to be about making things better for families.
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“Families come here stressed to the max. We are able to alleviate some of that stress by taking on the caregiving role. To see the change in the families is amazing. People are able to die peacefully with their families close to them.” Sadly, Derbyshire has personally experienced Hospice services. She lost both of her brothers over the last year. There was no greater testament to the “magic” that Hospice is known for than when her brother said, “Mick this place is awesome.” In addition to her work at Hospice, Carol has been a highly sought volunteer in the community. She has chaired both hospital boards, the University of Windsor and been on the boards of many other organizations and advisory committees. “I only did things that I really wanted to do and where I felt we could make a difference.” Over the last nine months Derbyshire and Hospice have received some pretty exceptional “retirement” gifts. Earlier this year Matty Moroun donated two new vans and most recently philanthropist, Al Quesnel, donated $1 million to support the Windsor Hospice. “As ED of the Hospice of Windsor and Essex County, Carol has left a legacy that will resonate for generations. Because of her leadership and commitment to the mission, vision and values of Hospice thousands of families have received extraordinary care from staff, volunteers and the medical team. She has taken Hospice to a national level of recognition and respect. But, make no mistake about it, while Carol’s management skills have been critical in the growth of Hospice, it is her big heart that has had the most significant impact. She will be remembered for her kindness, compassion and determination to provide the best possible care for patients and families; as well as creating a team around her whose sole purpose is to ensure that no one needing help falls through the cracks,” said Veronique Mandal, chair, Hospice Board of Directors. Now as she approaches retirement she is looking forward to spending time with her granddaughter Riley and making new memories. “There have been so many highlights, but really it’s been about the people. I have had the privilege to meet so many wonderful, brave people. It’s been an honour to be part of their lives. Forty years ago you couldn’t have told me I would be doing this.” WLM
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ing of CSN Riverside Collision. With this expansion, Vince Paesano and Joe Di Carlo have formed the largest collision repair operation in Windsor. The two partners are experiencing the same excitement their relatives felt upon establishing the first location in Windsor’s west end in November 1980. “Vince and I are the second-generation owners of CSN JJ Dominion Collision Centre,” says Joe. “This business was founded by my uncle, Joe Cozzetto, and Vince’s father, Joe.” Located at 2100 South Pacific St., the 18,500 square foot facility provides complete auto collision, painting, mechanical and detailing services. Last November, the present-day owners expanded by opening CSN Riverside at 1325 Lauzon Rd. “We’ve been centralized on the west side for nearly 40 years and appreciate the loyalty our customers have consistently shown us,” says Joe. “We also want to make sure our east side customers have convenient access to our services.” “Vince and I purchased an existing shop in Riverside and totally remodeled the interior and exterior. All the work is now done, including new state-of-the-art equipment installed to give our customers the very best results,” Joe says. “The Riverside area is a tightknit community that has welcomed us with open arms. There has been a large, steady increase in new clients since we moved in,” Joe is happy to report. Mindful of their west side customers, CSN JJ Dominion Collision Centre has updated all of its equipment at its original site. “Our west location is an aluminum ready facility, with a dedicated certified aluminum room, equipment and licensed industry aluminum trained personnel,” Joe says. A licensed mechanic is on staff at both shops, ready to repair vehicles and replace worn-out and damaged parts. Environmentally friendly, both locations are modern, efficient and equipped to service all makes and models. The team can handle just about anything with the shop’s multiple benches for uni body and conventional frame repairs and replacement. They also work on the latest Spanesi Laser lock computerized frame measuring machine and bench. The partners believe in having the right tools for the job, so they have also equipped their shops with all new spot resistant and aluminum welders for vehicle metals used in late vehicle models. A beautiful finish is achieved with the team’s skill, supported by multiple downdraft spray booths with ovens; complete prep station units with an air exchange centre; and the latest in the PPG Complete paint process. Insight and precision are assisted by the beam computerized 4-wheel alignment centre; a pre/post computerized scanner required for all new vehicle collisions; and complete diagnostic and air conditioning capabilities. The east and west locations are Collision Care OEM certified with many auto manufacturers, including Chrysler, Ford, Toyota, Honda, Nissan and KIA, making both CSN locations the preferred vendor with most local dealers.
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Bonjour, France! Amherstburg Teenʼs Summer Abroad
STORY BY KAREN PATON-EVANS PHOTOGRAPHY BY BETH AND RACHEL PITRE
“MOM, I NEED TO LEARN to speak a foreign language and can do that best on a student exchange trip abroad. This, of course, is for my education.” How many generations of teenagers have said that to their parents? It worked for Rachel Pitre. Perhaps her pitch succeeded where other kids have failed because she is in earnest about improving her fluency in French. Now in grade nine at General Amherst High School, the girl plans on becoming a teacher and believes being able to speak French will be an advantage. And so to France she went for three weeks this past summer, living with her French exchange student and host family. While improving her vocabulary, Rachel took in sights that leave most visitors speechless, including viewing Paris spread before her from the top of the Eiffel Tower – “which was kind of awesome.” Admiring da Vinci’s Mona Lisa and other masterpieces in the Louvre. Catching her own smiling reflection in the Hall of Mirrors at the Palace of Versailles. Spotting Tom Cruise – was that really him? - in a Monte-Carlo hotel.
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Before this whirlwind of travel could begin for the girl who had never been away from home, her mother, Beth, required answers. Soon, Mom developed confidence in International Student Exchange (ISE) Ontario, a not-for-profit corporation that works in cooperation with Ontario school boards to offer local students ages 13 to 17 the opportunity to engage in reciprocal exchange programs with students in Quebec, France, Switzerland, Spain, Italy and Germany. ISE’s aim is to help young people develop and improve their language skills, discover exciting cultures and places, and make friendships abroad. Upon hearing ISE had an exchange program with Frenchspeaking Quebec students, Beth figured that would be perfect for her kid. Although Quebec is great, Rachel says, “I wanted to go outside of Canada and explore the world.” After filling out ISE’s application, Rachel was pleased to learn her match was Caliste, a girl soon turning 14, like herself.
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Caliste lives in a rural community near Montpellier in southern France. By way of introduction, the teens sent each other videos of themselves, including one from Rachel and her classmates, welcoming Caliste to Canada. Rachel landed in France in July. She and her partner struck up a friendship, learning more about one another daily. “I’m not athletic at all and Caliste is very athletic,” Rachel says. “We had in common being teens and wanting to learn a different language. And we both love to shop!” “My host family was very welcoming and understanding, especially when I got a little homesick,” Rachel says. They shrugged off her reluctance to try French cuisine. “I’m a picky eater. Most of the time I just ate chicken and pizza. Caliste’s grandmother made the best garlic bread ever.” Finding Paris “very historical and old-timey,” Monaco “modern, wealthy and luxurious” and Nice “beautiful,” Rachel says her host family “brought me everywhere. It was better to be immersed than just be a tourist.”
Rachel Pitre of Amherstburg toured France this summer with her exchange student, Caliste and family. The girls helped one another become more fluent in French and English while on vacation in France and then Ontario. Clockwise from left: A must-see for every firsttime tourist, the Eiffel Tower was found to be “kind of awesome” by Rachel; Cruising on a boat tour, the girls were able to appreciate Monaco’s shoreline; from the balcony of a hotel in Monte-Carlo, Rachel admires the Mediterranean’s turquoise waters; the Seine River in Paris is crossed by 37 bridges; Paris sprawls before visitors enjoying a birdseye’ view from the Eiffel Tower; Rachel and Caliste found that teenagers’ lives in France and Canada have much in common.
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Barely aware of professional sports in Canada, Rachel was astounded by France’s fervour for the FIFA World Cup, playing during her time abroad. Twenty guests came to her host family’s home to watch the games. On July 15, France beat Croatia 4-2 in Russia to score the championship. “Everyone was screaming, hugging and high-fiving. We all jumped in the pool,” Rachel says. “Then we jumped into Jeeps and went around the town beeping and singing, “On Sont les Champions – We Are the Champions.” Shortly afterward, vacationing in Monaco, Rachel knew enough about the sport to appreciate posing for a photo with French football star Olivier Giroud. Before departing with Caliste for Toronto, Rachel enjoyed a relaxing day at the family home, playing video games and watching a movie. “It’s surprising how much in France is the same as in Canada and the U.S.,” she notes. Back in Amherstburg, Beth planned excursions to entertain Caliste. Since Canada is approximately 16 times larger than France, Beth explained to the French family that sightseeing would be closer to home; otherwise, Caliste would spend much of her three-week stay traveling in a car. Proud residents of Amherstburg, the Pitres took their guest to Fort Malden National Historic Site. The history of the old British military base interested Caliste, but it was the mention of resident ghosts that grabbed her full attention. No visit to Ontario is complete without seeing the majesty of Niagara Falls. On board the Maid of the Mist, Caliste was “grinning ear to ear” when the Horseshoe Falls misted the visitor, Rachel recalls. Point Pelee National Park and other attractions also won her approval. Outdoorsy Caliste beamed as she ziplined through trees on a London course, while Beth zipped doggedly after her two teens. When a bilingual friend visited Caliste in Amherstburg, “it was fulfilling to know I could now understand everything they said,” Rachel states. Expanding language skills was mutual. Rachel taught Caliste the phrase “bad hair day,” while the French girl shared the universal teenager’s observation, “la mère est folle – your mother is crazy.” Deeming the experience an all-round success, Beth says, “Now Caliste’s mother wants to come for a visit.” WLM
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KELSI MAYNE Climbing to Country Superstar Heights STORY BY DICK HILDEBRAND PHOTOGRAPHY BY ROBBIE HALL
KELSI MAYNE is a young woman with many talents and she uses them to her best advantage. For the past two years, the athletic Windsor native has divided her time between Toronto and Nashville. In Toronto, as a registered nurse, she works part-time in a medical clinic. In Music City, she hones her country music skills through singing and writing. In fact, because of her incredible abilities, she’s been able to work with Grammy nominees in the states and ASCAP stars in Canada. Even though Kelsi has always loved music, she was actually an accomplished highland dancer in her younger years, achieving success in at least 8 levels. However, because of growth spurts and potential damage to her legs, Kelsi gave it up at the advice of her doctor. She sang in the church choir and regularly entertained her classmates in grade school. After graduating
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So far, 2018 has proven to be an excellent year for Kelsi. She and her touring band have wowed them from the main stage of ‘Boots and Hearts’, Canada’s premier country musical event in the Barrie Area. At her first appearance a couple of years ago, Kelsi was one of the finalists as an emerging artist. This year she was named CMA Ontario New Faces artist and has also been chose as a ‘ones to watch’ by Soundcheck Entertainment. Mostly recently, she and her touring band were headliners at ‘Chaps and Spurs’, the big country music festival at Lanspeary Park in Windsor. On September 22nd Kelsi will sing at her favorite event, the McGregor Mud Run which begins as a 5 or 10 km run, followed by lots of music and a beer tent at Co-Ann Park. On October 18th, she’ll be at the Canadian Sports Hall of Fame induction ceremonies in downtown Toronto, while plans are being finalized for a guest appearance at the Windsor Lancers’ November homecoming football game at the University of Windsor. Kelsi describes her music as “new country, or pop country” with a hint of rhythm and blues and a bit of Motown flavor which she ascribes to her Windsor roots and close proximity to Detroit. Occasionally, as an element of surprise, she’s even been known to throw in a bit of rap. And it should come as no surprise that she has some specific goals in mind — one, to be in the top 10 of charted music, another to win a CCMA (Canadian Country Music Association) award, and a third to have a cross-Canada tour. Needless to say, winning a CMA award in the U.S. would be, as Kelsi says, “an incredible thing…a dream come true.” As she says, “once it happens in the United States, it’s kind of an assurance that you’ve made it.” In the meantime, she remains active in sports and is a hurdles coach at the private Upper Canada College in Toronto. Proud of her roots, Kelsi makes it a point to return home to Windsor at least every two months since most of her family members and close friends from high school and university are still here. To get more information about Kelsi, like her biography, tour dates, and music videos, log on to kelsimayne.com. There you’ll find all the pertinent information you need with links to her music, her videos and her social media contacts. There is little doubt that one day, Kelsi Mayne could likely join the likes of Anne Murray, Michelle Wright and Shania Twain, as a country super-star with the red maple leaf in her background! WLM
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University of Windsor Bachelor of Fine Arts Acting graduate Lauren Fields recently joined the Kitchener-based Theatre Arcturus company and will be starring in Weird, a show that combines silk aerial performance with the story of the three witches of Macbeth. Weird is being presented at numerous festivals in Ontario. Having also trained with the Saratoga International Theater Institute and various aerial arts studios and aerialists, Lauren has been seen locally on the University Players stage. theatreartcurus.ca.
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Amherstburg residents Meghan Boschin and Marianella Pacanins have transformed the former Amherstburg Echo’s historic building into the new home of Caffeine and Company Ltd. They opened the doors to their quaint, boutique style café and bakery at 238 Dalhousie St. on Aug. 15. The friends and partners serve a wide variety of specialty coffees, signature cakes, baked goods, soups, salads and gourmet sandwiches. 519-730-0670. caffeine-co.com.
THE HOSPICE FACE TO FACE CAMPAIGN The Hospice Face to Face campaign was founded by John Fairley of TV Cogeco and St. Clair College in 2003 to help support programs and services at The Hospice of Windsor and Essex County Inc. The campaign runs from August 15th - September 30th every year. This year, the 16th annual campaign will help to support the Fairley Family Hospice Transportation Program and they need your help! In the past year alone, they have provided more than 9,000 rides to patients and their caregivers, bringing them to medical appointments, treatments or to the Hospice Wellness Centre for programs? Although they have 52 volunteer drivers who help to run the transportation program, each ride still costs about $10 each way. Each donation for Face to Face contributes towards the $90,000 needed to continue the transportation program for another year. Your contributions will make an immediate and lasting difference in the community, ensuring that there is a helping hand and a much needed ride available to the patients and families who use their services. For more information about Hospice and the Face to Face campaign visit thehospice.ca.
DR. DAVID MADY Practicing dentistry for 25 years in Canada, Dr. David Mady has steadily expanded from one practice to six. He named the first two locations after his daughters, Madison Dental in Windsor in 1993 and Alexis Dental in Belle River in 2008. Going on to acquire practices in Ridgetown, Leamington, Amherstburg and St. Clair Beach, the Mady Group has approximately 14 dentists and more than 50 staff taking care of patients. drmady.com
LOCAL TEAM CANADA SLEDGE HOCKEY ATHLETES Local athletes (from left to right) Jessica Matassa, Ashley Goure and Dani McPhee have all made the cut for the Women’s National Sledge Hockey Team for the 2018/2019 season. They were among 25 athletes who competed for a spot on Team Canada at Amherstburg’s Libro Centre during Labour Day weekend. Ashley and Jessica are returning team veterans. canadianwomensledgehockey.com.
CHEF GERRY DE LUCA As a new immigrant from Italy, Gerry De Luca was just 15 years old when he embarked on his culinary career, beginning as a dishwasher in a Windsor restaurant. He went on to become head chef at the Elmwood Casino. In 1982, Gerry built the Torino Plaza and Banquet Centre in Tecumseh, where he can be found yet in the kitchen, age 80, dressed in his whites and starched toque and training the new generation of chefs. In recognition of his commitment to the profession of cooking and dedication to the Canadian Culinary Federation, Gerry will be honoured this October with a Lifetime Achievement award at the President’s Ball, an Evening of Excellence co-hosted by the federation’s Windsor Chapter and the Ontario Restaurant Hotel & Motel Association.
SAVING MONARCH BUTTERFLIES Concerned the number of Monarch butterflies has dropped 90 percent from 20 years ago, 20 local residents have created butterfly gardens or planted essential milkweed in their yards. Many are actively raising Monarchs indoors and releasing over 3,000 this year. Determined to save the Monarchs from disappearing, the group encourages everyone to re-establish the butterflies’ natural habitat by planting milkweed on their own properties in Windsor and surrounding neighbourhoods. Leo Silvestri and the group are offering free milkweed seeds and plants, as well as Monarch eggs, caterpillars and milkweed leaves to feed and grow them to adulthood. 519-977-3639. leo6@cogeco.ca. A u t u m n
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WINDSOR PROFESSIONAL CENTRE Comprehensive Healthcare in One Central Location APPROXIMATELY 60,000 Greater Windsor Area residents of all ages have been taken care of by the large team of physicians practicing in the Windsor Professional Centre since it opened 20 years ago. General healthcare, specialized medicine, full diagnostic services, rehabilitation services, pharmacy services and more are all provided at the medical complex located at 2462 and 2464 Howard Ave. Such comprehensive and convenient patient care continues to expand as the wellness professionals respond to local needs. The far-reaching vision of the Windsor Professional Centre began with Dr. Michael Ziter, who worked in family medicine and general surgery from 1949 until he retired at age 90 seven years ago. Fluent in English, Italian, French and Arabic, the doctor treated many immigrants after he set up practice in multicultural Windsor in the 1950s. Whether connecting new Canadians with other helpful service agencies or working to integrate local healthcare providers, “my father was brilliant at putting people together,” says Dr. Paul Ziter. “He always believed in a multidisciplinary approach to medicine to get patients the care they need.” That is what motivated the elder Dr. Ziter to collaborate with several other doctors in establishing a Windsor building where various medical professionals could treat patients individually and as a team. Over decades, the demand for office space grew to the point where Dr. Ziter and his partners decided to construct a new complex in the centre of the city in 1998. Two attractive, convenient buildings offer just about every medical service required for patients’ primary care. Recent extensive renovations are increasing the ability to serve.
“My father, now 97, is very proud that family medicine has come such a long way in Windsor and is very happy that it is flourishing throughout the city,” Dr. Paul Ziter says. Healthcare with a Difference at the Windsor Professional Centre Identifying areas that could be improved to provide local patients with complete healthcare, Windsor Professional Centre and its partners have established beneficial programs and services. “I think we’re the only local wellness centre that offers a comprehensive service like the Rapid Assessment and Management Program,” says Laura Scott, manager of the Windsor Professional Centre. RAAMP is an outpatient program designed to address cancer-associated needs within the local community. It is comprised of four main areas: Cancer Centre Step Down for outpatient follow-up; the Rapid Referral Clinic; routine cancer screening; and cancer survivorship. The goal of RAAMP is to screen more patients, rapidly assess any signs or symptoms that could represent a malignancy so that a diagnosis can be made quickly and continue to follow patients post therapy in collaboration with the Windsor Regional Cancer Centre. More details are at raamp.ca. Ever evolving, the medical facility will soon be home to new counseling services for mental health. The Windsor Professional Centre enjoys a strong affiliation with the Schulich School of Medicine, particularly through family physician Dr. Dale Ziter, who practices in the building and is also the Post Graduate Academic Director of Family Medicine at the medical school.
“We’ve always had medical students train with us at our complex,” Dr. Paul Ziter says. “We try to attract Windsor specialists who like to teach as well, ensuring students are receiving excellent training and experience. I’m proud of all the residents we’ve had here, getting them on the right track. Most come from throughout Canada and decide to stay with us when they are done. I think that will be a major legacy of the Windsor Professional Centre. The fact that new doctors choose to practice in Windsor also says something about how great this city is.” Now in his fortieth year practicing as a family physician, Dr. Paul Ziter observes, “the average age of Ontario physicians is 60-plus. Many are approaching retirement. At the Windsor Professional Centre, we are preparing for the eventual retirement of our seasoned doctors by providing space for numerous younger doctors who are currently accepting new patients.” Regaining and Maintaining Health at the Windsor Essex Rehabilitation & Wellness Centre
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In early 2017, the Windsor Essex Rehabilitation & Wellness Centre received its first patients. Located at the Windsor Professional Centre, the clinic was established to help people who have heart disease or are at risk of developing heart conditions. Offering patients a medically supervised exercise program, the clinic is run by Dr. Dhassraj Singh and six other doctors with the Windsor Heart Institute. “We probably have the biggest conglomerate of cardiologists in one centre in Essex County,” Dr. Singh says. “What we were noticing as we were treating a lot of our patients is there was a gap for patients who needed rehabilitation but didn’t necessarily qualify for what was available through OHIP. We found many people with strength, conditioning and mobility problems, as well as a big subset of people who don’t have heart disease but have a lot of risks.” Realizing there wasn’t much offered to patients wanting to be proactive, Dr. Singh explains, “we got together and decided to start a supervised exercise program for strength, conditioning and preventative purposes.” Patients with cardiopulmonary disease, complications, symptoms or risks can be referred by their family doctors or heart specialists to the Windsor Essex Rehabilitation & Wellness Centre for evaluation. They then enter into a guided program of physical rehabilitation, customized to the patient’s abilities to achieve the greatest benefit.
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Removing the wall between the kitchen and dining room (right) opened and updated a 1990s townhome in Pilot’s Cove. Pale cream cabinetry and walls lighten the formerly dark space. Warming the neutral palette are golden touches, such as the new lighting fixtures and the brushed brass legs of the contemporary quartered mahogany dining table. The guest bathroom received a new dove grey vanity with a granite top and deep bronze opalescent glass vessel sinks.
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Windsor design colleagues Paulette Nicodemo and Cindy Catton on board. “Since our client had previously lived in a Pilot’s Cove townhome, she was confident in making the investment in her new place because she already loved the community,” Robby Lynn says. The project got underway in March 2018 and was completed by mid-July. The brisk pace was made possible by the client knowing what she wanted and the seamless collaboration of the designers, contractor and suppliers. “At the outset, we figured it would be a challenge to pull this off in such a tight timeframe. However, the contractor was onsite daily for months making sure everything was happening,” Paulette says. “Our client requested a nice classic look,” says Cindy. “She’s ▼
SOME PLACES STAY WITH YOU, even when you have moved on. For one local woman, it is Pilot’s Cove, a gated enclave bordered by Pike Creek and the shore of Lake St. Clair. She had lived there for some years before buying a large executive home nearby. When the woman felt it was time to simplify and downsize, she returned to Pilot’s Cove. A townhome built in the 1990s caught her eye. Although the décor was dated, the woman wasn’t daunted. With approximately 1,650 on each of the two floors, there was lots of space to make the home her own. The first step in her home makeover plan was to contact Robby Lynn Young, a Toronto-based member of the design team at The Room at Coulter’s in Windsor. Robby Lynn in turn brought her
a girly girl, for sure, so we incorporated touches of crystal, gold and shimmer.” While many of the original features were to be replaced, the townhome’s hickory floors were preserved. The rich woodgrain and mellow medium brown tone of the wide planks provide a warm note that unifies the rooms. The kitchen, with its dark cabinetry and cramped feeling, needed a fresh start. “We completely gutted it,” says Paulette. “We took the wall out between the dining room and kitchen to open everything up.” Remedying the old kitchen’s weak flow and lack of storage, The Room at Coulter’s team designed a new C-shaped island and added creamy leather button-tufted counter stools. “We put the sink in the island so when you’re working at the sink, the view is of the great room. For entertaining, you are part of the action and can engage with guests, instead of facing a wall,” Paulette says. Cream and grey granite countertops now sparkle beneath the newly installed ceiling pot lights and the large pendant light suspended over the island. Pointing out the pendant light’s gold metal accents and linen drum shade, Robby Lynn says, “We’re seeing an influx of gold coming back as a residential design trend, so we have gold accents throughout this home.” To replace the old dark woodwork, the design team chose pale cream cabinetry with traditional raised panel doors and a matching hood over the gas cooktop. In the former eating area, “we utilized the blank wall space by putting in built-in cabinets, stainless steel stacked double ovens and a zero-clearance refrigerator for maximum storage and function,” Paulette says. Large rectangular limestone tiles on the floor coordinate with much smaller rectangular limestone tiles forming the backsplash.
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The natural cream wall colour that washes over the kitchen walls is carried through the main floor living spaces, including the dining room. Glints of gold wink throughout the subtle palette. Gold accents the corners of the new contemporary dining table crafted of quartered mahogany and supported by legs finished in brushed brass. A classically modern chandelier with brushed golden spokes arranged in a wheel configuration holds white etched glass shades. Continuing the room’s soft hues are low-backed and contemporary wingback dining chairs upholstered in natural Belgian linen. “We wanted to keep the colour scheme light and quiet so our client’s own beloved, bold modern art pieces would take centre stage,” Paulette says. Hunting for furnishings and accessories at Coulter’s Furniture and in Toronto, the design team sought out one terrific area rug for the living room. Robby Lynn found it in Toronto: Hand-knotted soft silk and wool with an aged stria pattern in grey, blue-grey, taupe, oyster, ivory and gold shades. “All those hues helped us pull the main floor’s palette together,” says Robby Lynn.
Opposite, top and bottom: A vaulted ceiling increases the sense of spaciousness in the living room, which blends mid-century modern, old French and contemporary furnishings for timeless style. A golden branch on one wall has a sculptural quality. This page, top: The master bedroom is elegant with a silvery-golden mirrored armoire and bedside chest. A metal bed is softened by linens the homeowner purchased in Europe. Bottom: The en suite bathroom is a relaxing escape, with a floating bathtub and multiple body jet shower system. A u t u m n
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In the centre of the area rug stands a coffee table in mid-century modern style, constructed with inlaid mahogany and brass feet. “It’s actually three separate six-sided tables that fit together to form one large table,” Robby Lynn explains. The table’s modern note is an interesting contrast to the homeowner’s own formal French bergère chairs, reupholstered in a fun animal print in a subdued neutral tone. “We added a custom Barrymore sectional from Coulter’s, done in a soft velvet textured fabric with an oyster hue,” says Paulette. “Then we enlivened the sectional with custom gold and taupe linen and velvet pillows with geometric patterns.” When deciding which of the homeowner’s existing pieces would make the move to Pilot’s Cove, the designers were pleased to discover a black lacquer Asian chest, hand-painted with golden birds and flowers. Cindy says, “It is now perfect behind the sectional, serving as a sofa table.” Another of the homeowner’s original possessions was repurposed: A filigreed iron and granite sofa table became a media unit to support the large screen TV. New AV equipment was supplied by Stereoland. Faced with dark wood wall trim everywhere, the team chose to paint it all soft white. Only the existing hickory beams on the vaulted ceiling were left untouched to complement the living room’s hardwood floor. Removing old dark wood blinds and replacing them with semi-sheer blinds also lightened the living room. New oyster linen drapery panels tucked with the new longer French pinch pleat help frame the triangular windows near the ceiling and patio doors. “It accentuates the room’s height,” Paulette finds. The townhome’s second bedroom was turned into a home office. The original doors were replaced with new sliding French doors for improved access and light. On the main floor, the guest bathroom was treated to select upgrades. “We kept the original pebble stone floor and slate tile in the glass-enclosed shower, staining the wood-grained slate darker to change the look,” says Robby Lynn. “Then we swapped out the old school oak cabinet and went with a dove grey vanity with a granite top supporting a pair of deep bronze opalescent glass vessel sinks,” she says. An opulent gold and dark bronze framed mirror hangs above the vanity. “The new pale textured wallpaper gives the walls more interest than flat paint would.”
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All out glamour was the order for the master bathroom. “It’s now a dream oasis, something like you would find in a high-end hotel and spa. The feeling you get when you enter is wow,” Cindy says. The former sunken tub and shower were removed. “We ripped apart the bathroom and completely reconfigured it,” says Robby Lynn. A deep ivory floating bathtub invites relaxing after a long day. The glass-enclosed shower’s multiple body jets invigorate as they cleanse. Creamy polished limestone clads the walls and floors, including in the shower. “We put in a huge vanity, a gorgeous gilded mirror above the tub and a contemporary chandelier in brushed gold and crystal,” Robby Lynn says. Built-in glass shelves at one end of the tub hold spa products and the homeowner’s Lalique vase. Flocked golden wallpaper enhances the room’s glow. The boutique hotel ambiance carries into the master bedroom. Finished in antiqued silvery-gold, a new mirrored armoire (containing the woman’s handbags) and chest from Coulter’s Furniture complement the woman’s existing metal post bed. “Our client had already purchased bed linens while visiting Europe. We added decorative print pillows and silk window treatments,” says Paulette. A bench upholstered in taupe linen received a luxe touch with Lucite legs. A hammered metal stacked globe lamp sits on the bedside chest. “You feel like you’re on vacation in this retreat.” “As designers, we could visualize the finished project, knowing what we could do with the good bones we had to work with. It was exciting to witness the transformation as the walls came down and the heavy wood was painted out. When we introduced the new neutral palette to work cohesively with our client’s own treasured pieces, the whole mood of the home lightened,” Robby Lynn says. “The homeowner is a great lady. She had a lot of fun being involved in making decisions and was thrilled to move into her remodeled WLM townhouse.” Windsor Life Magazine is always searching for interesting homes, landscaping, gardens, patios and water features to show our readers what others in the community are doing with their living spaces. If you have a home that you feel would be interesting please email photos to publisher@windsorlife.com. Photos need to be for reference only. If your home is chosen we will arrange for a complete photo shoot. If you wish, you may remain anonymous and the location of your home will not be disclosed.
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Retired high school teacher, Jim Gomes (below), has created playing cards to make learning math easy and fun. SUMthings Right playing cards are geared to students in grades 7-10.
SUMthings Right Playing Cards Make Learning Math Fun And Easy STORY BY KIM WILLIS / PHOTOGRAPHY BY JOHN LIVIERO “I loved dealing with the fundamentals of teaching math and getting kids on the right track,” said Gomes. Since his retirement in 2011, Gomes has had the time to pursue his dream of developing these cards into a tool that can be used in classrooms. In 2014 he incorporated his company J-Go LEARN Inc., an educational resource company with the express goal of maximizing teacher effectiveness and student learning. Recently, the company has introduced the SUMthings Right unique integer and algebra cards that incorporate small group learning, use games that follow a natural progression of concepts and embrace visual, auditory and kinesthetic learning styles. Starting this fall at least one school board in Ontario will be using the cards as a teaching tool in the classroom. The hope is for more schools to adopt the cards as a tool to assist students understanding and enjoyment of learning math. ▼
MANY STUDENTS WOULD prefer a visit to the dentist instead of learning math. In spite of ongoing efforts by teachers and school boards, there continue to be challenges when it comes to both teaching math and students’ ability to learn the curriculum. According to a report released last April by the Pan-Canadian Assessment Program, students in every province except Ontario improved their performance in math between 2010 and 2016. The report examined the results of tests administered to eighth graders over the six-year period. The report, which looked at tests taken by 27,000 students, found that Ontario students’ performance in math remained stagnant, while Quebec, which had the highest scores in the country, saw its results climb “significantly.” “All provinces show a positive change in achievement in mathematics, except in Ontario where the results have remained stable,” the report said. Retired high-school teacher Jim Gomes knows the challenges of teaching math very well. He taught math for 30 years during his career with the Greater Essex County District School Board. A master teacher of grade nine math, Jim established a highly successful peertutoring program. Throughout his career, he also served as a mentor to new teachers. His influence and love of teaching reached beyond the classroom and into his own family. About 20 years ago he came up with the idea of developing playing cards to teach algebra and integers.
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“The beauty of using cards is that you can teach students using symbols. This works really well with students who are visual learners.” The target age group for the cards is grades 7-10. There are two decks available, one for algebra and a second for integers. The decks are truly unique. “There is nothing else like it in the marketplace,” stated Gomes. “For kids to be successful in high school math it’s imperative that they can work well with integers. If students know their times tables then multiplying and dividing integers is just a matter of getting the sign right. It has been my experience that students find adding and subtracting integers much harder than multiplying and dividing integers. And SUMthings Right helps solve this problem.” The concept is really quite simple. Players use the patterns found on the cards and when necessary manipulate the cards in a simple way that the answers are always visible. The cards are custom on both sides. The back of the cards have numbers in the corners that are used to show one’s mastery of each game. This allows students to try the problems as they might appear in a textbook without the use of patterns on the other side of the cards. Quite simply, the two decks of cards teach users how to add and subtract integers and like terms. Plus some of the more challenging games like Zero Sums and Find the Missing Quantity help students develop their critical thinking skills. “I also think that it’s really exciting that parents can use the cards with their children. It makes them part of the learning experience.” Amy Weeks-Marcon had the opportunity to try the cards recently with her son and found they were a fantastic tool for understanding math. “The boys and I practiced with the integer group of cards, we had a wonderful experience! So much fun! And we played many of the suggested games; the boys did very well and caught on so quickly.” Her son Hayden commented that “If all math was taught in school like this, where it was fun to learn, many more kids would enjoy math.” Each deck includes activities and come with detailed, illustrated instructions on how to use the cards. The cost for both decks is $20. Currently they are available for purchase at Storytellers located at 1473 Ottawa Street in Windsor or through Jim directly at 519-984-7391. For more information visit www.jgolearn.com. WLM
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as two grade levels in reading ability, fluency, word recognition, text analyzing and other skills,” Mike says. “When we gather report card data, it is clear the Empower program is helping students’ ability to read and write – and is having an indirect positive impact in other subjects, including mathematics.” “Before kids start Empower, many share they don’t like to read. Afterward, many say Mike Wilcox, Superintendent for Special Education they enjoy reading and are spending more time reading outside of school,” says Mike. Equally important is the students’ more balanced perception of themselves. “Their self-confidence increases with this program, which helps fulfill our GECDSB goal to create confident learners.” Encouraged by Empower’s success, the Greater Essex County District School Board added Lexia Core 5 in 2017-18 to further support students in Grades 2 and 3 who were struggling readers in all of its elementary schools. “It’s a tier 2 intervention for struggling readers,” Mike explains. Lexia is done on computer, as part of the daily literacy block. While on Lexia, students move through six areas of reading instruction. “Lexia has great visuals and learning themes with fun facts about a variety of topics that interest primary students. The computer program is very engaging for them,” says Mike. “The program tracks the student’s progress and identifies areas where the student struggles. The teacher then provides more specific support through a focused lesson. With intervention, students may go up two grade levels in their reading ability.” “By implementing Empower and Lexia in our schools, we’re changing the learning trajectory for our students with a learning disability as well as other students who are struggling to read,” Mike says. “Ensuring they can read and comprehend is a great advantage in moving ahead – and developing their self-confidence.”
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Appreciating that great music is an important part of every great ride, Lincoln is offering the 13 or 19-speaker Revel sound system in its Nautilus. “These new features are setting the standard of excellence even higher for Lincoln models,” Steve says. “Our clients expect the best and we are delivering.” As proof, “the 2018 Navigator has been a huge success. People love the size. It fits so many different scenarios and needs. It’s the most luxurious SUV Lincoln has ever produced. You get all the Lincoln prestige with loads of flexibility,” says Steve. “The 2019 Navigators are arriving at our dealership by the end of this year or in January.” “Our clients want both luxury in their vehicles and the unmatched service we provide at Victory Lincoln,” Steve finds. “When a vehicle requires maintenance or repair, we pick up your Lincoln and leave a loaner for your convenience. We’re the only dealership that does that for every Lincoln serviced, no matter how old your vehicle is or whether you bought it from us.” People in the market for a Lincoln can view the entire collection on display in Victory Lincoln’s large showroom. “Or our Lincoln brand specialist will bring vehicles to your home or place of business for a test drive,” Steve says. Brandon Leonard, Victory Lincoln brand specialist, gladly shares his extensive vehicle knowledge. Lincoln MKZ, MKC and MKX sedans enable five people to travel in comfort and style. The MKT offers a third row of seating, accommodating seven people. Owners appreciate safety features, like Intelligent All-Wheel Drive that maximizes traction before wheelslip can occur. The BLIS (Blind Spot Information System) with crosstraffic alert10 uses radar to detect a vehicle in the blind spot when changing lanes or backing up and instantly alerts the driver. Always there for its clients, the luxury automaker provides its complimentary Lincoln Way app designed for select smart phones and tablets. “Our app will pinpoint the location of your vehicle so you can always find it in a parking lot,” Steve says. “You can verify your Lincoln is locked, wherever you are in the world. Or schedule vehicle starts so the cabin temperature is perfect when you get in to drive to work or return home.” Lincoln Way also lets drivers find, reserve and pay for parking; schedule service pickup and return; and contact Lincoln’s personal concierge. “We also invite our clients to connect with us directly here at Victory Lincoln,” says Steve. “Our entire team has one priority: To ensure you drive your Lincoln feeling confident and content.”
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The Cutting Edge Film Editor Achieves International Success
JAMES TRACEY HAS LOVED FILMS for as long as he can remember. He decided to pursue his passion for film by enrolling in the Communication, Media and Film/Cinema Arts program at the University of Windsor. “It was great, we all shared a loved for film and making movies.” After graduating in 2015 Tracey moved to Toronto where he has achieved success in a relatively short time. “Getting your foot in the door is very daunting, but in this industry it is so important to build a strong social skill-set. Networking can be the most challenging part of being successful in this competitive industry.” Fortunately, Tracey was skilled at film-editing from the beginning. He was fortunate to land a position in the Editor’s Lab at the Canadian Film Centre. “It was like the University of Windsor program on steroids. I met the most amazing people and had the opportunity to meet seasoned veterans and was surrounded by amazing talent.” This includes people like Brendan Prost who Tracey worked with on a short film called “Loretta’s Flowers.” They bonded on a small piece of fiction and clicked immediately. “There really was no stopping us,” said Tracey. Together they made a couple of short films. Just prior to the Toronto Film Festival last year, they looked at a great script about a millennial. They shot the film at the end of last summer and edited it during the fall. Pleased with the film they produced, they decided to start submitting to various festivals. After Christmas the film was featured in Telefilm and much to their delight it was screened at Cannes this past May and was received very favourably. The world premiere of “Loretta’s Flowers” was at the Edinburgh Film Festival. “Seeing the response was amazing,” said Tracey. “The audience was very receptive and resonated with people which was very satisfying.” The film takes place on a long summer day in Toronto. A young, queer woman cycles between increasingly intimate
Windsorite James Tracey (above) is making a name for himself as a film editor. His recent project "Loretta's Flowers" has been featured at international film festivals including Cannes last May. Photos courtesy Andrew Lau.
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encounters with three diverse individuals, but remains trapped in a pattern of insatiable longing. “It really is a film that examines what it means to be lonely and connecting with others.” Tracey had hoped that the film would be shown at TIFF this year, but unfortunately that will not happen. However, they did receive confirmation that the film will be shown at Vancouver International Film Festival which they are very excited about. At 27 years of age, Tracey’s future definitely looks bright. He continues to work for Without a Flock, a Toronto company that works on music videos and short films. In addition, he is starting to work on other shorts for an analogy film. Although Tracey concedes that film-making is often not a lucrative career choice, he appreciates that he has the opportunity to work on projects that he cares about. “Making feature films is my next stop and I’m confident it will happen.” Like a lot of professions, it fundamentally comes down to having a good relationship with your team.” “It’s so satisfying when everything comes together. Ultimately you are able to get the best version of that film because of the great connection.” As a film editor, Tracey watches film through a different lens than the general population. When asked about a recent film that he respected for its editing, he did not hesitate. “First Reformed” starring Ethan Hawke has amazing editing. The cuts are very deliberate. I saw it last year at TIFF and was blown away by how intricate it was. It’s one of my favourite movies of the last decade.” Reflecting on film culture in his hometown, Tracey is impressed. “For the size of the community, Windsor has a surprisingly good film culture. The Windsor International Film Festival has blossomed into a significant event. And there is a decent film hub with a very supportive community.” Tracey volunteered at WIFF and says he made important connections that were very helpful. For those with a passion for film, Tracey encourages them to stick with it. “The easiest thing someone can do is just to make films. Whether those films are good or bad doesn't matter. Without that fundamental hands-on experience, all that info you get from a textbook is basically useless. Every film I work on to this day, I learn WLM something new.”
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Formulating long range plans and setting goals should work well for you at this point in time. You may need to iron out a few wrinkles here and there. Some give and take is necessary in order to get what you want. Take a deep breath and let go of the worry and apprehension that could hold you back.
GEMINI MAY 22 - JUN 21: The need for growth is only shifting, not disappearing altogether. You seem to be going in different directions all at once. Do not let the “coulda, woulda, shoudas” of life get you down. Whatever you need to do, put it in writing so you won’t get sidetracked and forgetful.
CANCER JUN 22 - JUL 23: You have been working hard not just at the usual stuff but at expanding your vision of the world. You need to give yourself more credit for things you have done. Remember the good times. Let the bad times go back where they belong in the past. This is a new day and a new way to carry on.
LEO JUL 24 - AUG 23: Five minutes in the sun is all you wish for, so you don’t have to do anything except what you want to. But life just keeps on happening whether you want it to or not. Do not allow others to make decisions for you as to what you should do with your life. You know what is best for you.
VIRGO AUG 24 - SEP 23: Part of you is still a kid. And that is why this is a good time to spend with young children around you. It is hard to be discouraged when you are laughing with someone you love. You can teach them how to make lemonade out of lemons. L i f e
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LIBRA SEP 24 - OCT 23: It may be time to reactivate plan B or plan C. If all else seems to fail, perhaps a few prayers can help you get back on track. You can only sit on the fence for so long. Do not be rash, try to be rational. If there is a mix-up in communications, go back and carefully revise what you need to say and do.
SCORPIO OCT 24 - NOV 22: Revising your budget will free up extra funds for travelling. Just a little snip and tuck here and there. One scoop of ice cream instead of two. Pennies add up and before you know it, you could be on your way. Half a loaf is better than none.
SAGITTARIUS NOV 23 - DEC 21: Your thoughts may be turning seriously to love and romance. Even you Sag could be getting the urge to settle down. It helps to have a special friend of your own, someone who will be there for you the way you are there for everyone else. You have earned the right to relax and enjoy your life.
CAPRICORN DEC 22 - JAN 20: Repeatedly. Life can get downright tedious at times. Focus on what you can do instead of what you can’t for now. Prioritize the issues that really matter. It would be helpful to take a break now and then to refresh and renew your sense of purpose. It is the good times from the past that give you strength to carry on.
AQUARIUS JAN 21 - FEB 19: You may be able to revitalize your health by paying more attention to your diet and exercise. When you can assume some responsibility for your own actions, the world can become a friendlier, happier place. You have the intelligence and ability to do better, rise higher and go farther than ever before.
PISCES FEB 20 - MAR 20 The more you do for others, the more you do for yourself. You might find an unexpected bonus awaits you. You have built a good, solid foundation although you may not always give yourself enough credit for doing so. Have more faith in yourself.
IN HONOUR OF THE ONES WE LOVE Community Based. Community Focused. Community Funded. BK Cornerstone And In Honour Of The Ones We Love Have Partnered To Build More Than Just A House But A Home For People With Mental Health Issues BRENT KLUNDERT, co-owner of BK Cornerstone Design-Build, understands two things: The crucial importance of a steady foundation and continuity in the design of building a home; and our community is in desperate need of help for those dealing with a mental illness - and the idea of a safe home or environment is out of their grasp. “People with mental health issues impact more than themselves; it resonates through family’s friends and the community at large,” says Brent. Greater awareness and support are lacking in addressing mental illness and addiction. By age 40, one in two Canadians have personally had or are dealing with a mental illness. Brent and his father and business partner Ben strategized for two years to find a way to raise substantial funds that would benefit Windsor-Essex County’s staggering challenges regarding mental health. They decided to put their construction skills to work and create a dream home. It’s something Ben has done before; he helped organize the Windsor Essex Home Builders Association construct a home for an injured firefighter and another home to aid an MRI machine purchase. This time, BK Cornerstone has sought out industry and community partners to assist the company with everything from making coffee for volunteers to shingling the roof. The Dream Project has a team of partners who are known for turning dreams and wishes into realities, including In Honour of the Ones We Love and the Community Support Centre of Essex County. The design of the two-storey custom house is a modern interpretation of a traditional family home, with decorative windows and a columned front porch. The exterior of the home boasts a combination of stone, siding and shake that makes for stunning curb appeal. An open concept great room, kitchen and dining room, plus a foyer, mudroom and powder room comprise the main floor. Upstairs, the master bedroom features a walk-in closet and four-piece bathroom. There are also three more bedrooms and full bathroom on the second floor. A large basement and attached double garage provide ample storage. At the current time, the selling price would be approximately $700,000, but with more exciting items being donated daily the price tag could grow and the Dream Project could raise over $350,000 for local healthcare. Cooper Estates Inc. stepped up
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first to donate a portion of the lot at 324 Blake Ave. in Belle River. The Town of Lakeshore showed its support when Council unanimously voted to waive the development and permit fees. After the Aug. 24 ground breaking ceremony, the volunteer crew quickly moved on to the blitz house framing on Sept. 15 and 16. Another weekend is scheduled in early November for finishing the interior. A third blitz weekend will complete the exterior. Qualified tradespeople are doing the construction, while unskilled volunteers help where needed. Once the house is done, likely in December, it will be on view until its sale, possibly in autumn 2019. In the interim, In Honour as well as the other teams involved will host events in the Dream Project home, giving the public opportunity to tour it. Once the home is sold and the profit is determined, the charitable proceeds will be entrusted to In Honour of the Ones We Love. President and founder Anita Imperioli will ensure the funds are divided between Hotel-Dieu Grace Healthcare’s planned mental health crisis centre and the Community Support Centre of Essex County’s new youth centre. “We are extremely proud to be part of the Klunderts’ vision of building a healthy community and grateful for all those who contribute to the Dream Project,” Anita says. Brent is pleased “there’s great coordination of people power - really good people we rely on. When we started, Dad and I couldn’t imagine the unbelievable amount of support we’re receiving.” New volunteers and donors are encouraged to contact BK Cornerstone at 519-715-9691 or info@bkcornerstone.com.
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Welcome to
Victoria Greenlawn Funeral Home Not Just a Reception Centre Anymore
“Whatever your culture, faith, ethnicity or family tradition, our home is your home.” — Sean Marenger Managing Director
WITHIN 72 HOURS OF A LOVED ONE’S DEATH, a family will typically have to make around 87 decisions. At such a difficult, emotional time it is important to work with empathetic, experienced professionals to assist you. Victoria Greenlawn Funeral Home opened its doors in 2008 primarily as a reception centre. In 2014 they transitioned to a full-service funeral home that has been serving Windsor-Essex County since that time. Located at 1525 Highway #3, Oldcastle, Victoria Greenlawn offers a funeral home, cemetery and crematorium all at one location. The location includes well-groomed burial gardens, cremation services, visitation rooms, a chapel, a large reception area, a patio with an outdoor bar and fireplace, lots of parking and the whole premises is LCBO licensed. The location offers convenience unmatched by any other funeral providers in the area for families traveling from Windsor, Essex County and beyond. Staff at Victoria Greenlawn take pride in assisting families in designing personalized ceremonies and receptions. They offer families a lot of choices to ensure they are fully informed throughout the planning. “There are so many options available to families to remember and celebrate their loved ones now,” states Sean Marenger, Managing Director. Increasingly, many families are opting to make the funeral service a celebration of life. As the only fully-licensed funeral home in this region, alcoholic beverages can be included as part of the celebration if they family wishes. “This allows us to do some really unique things for families. Perhaps Mom or Dad had a favourite drink that we can have all the attendee’s toast their memory with. We have seen some really meaningful and creative services including a martini toast at the conclusion of the service in the chapel”
Families also appreciate the convenience of having the visiting rooms, chapel, reception centre, cemetery and crematorium at one location. This can save hours of travel time, allowing for more time to be spent with family. However, if families still like the idea of going to church for the service, Victoria Greenlawn Funeral Home can accommodate that as well. Planning a funeral can be an extremely stressful experience. Staff at Victoria Greenlawn continue to encourage the importance and convenience of pre-planning one’s funeral. Through pre-planning, you can make decisions ahead of time, design your own unique statement, save money, and reduce the burden on your family. “By pre-arranging you make things easier for your family at the time and it allows an opportunity to make your wishes known to the family.” Pre-planning is truly a gift to your loved ones. After you pass, they won’t have to second-guess what you want. Pre-planning removes the burden of additional stress from families when they are overwhelmed by sorrow. Staff are able to meet clients at the funeral home or even in the comfort of your own home. Just imagine being able to make the majority of those 87 decisions ahead of time. To simplify the process, Victoria Greenlawn provides to the community, its “Information Without Obligations” series. This series includes the Family Registry Estate Planner, Information on Powers of Attorney, the Executors Handbook and the Legal Will guide all available free of charge. “You can also choose to pre-pay your funeral through our convenient, money saving payment options, designed for any budget,” states Marenger. “We provide reliable information so that you can make educated decisions about what suits you best.” Whether you are planning the funeral of a loved one at need, or pre-planning, the compassionate
staff are there to help. It’s the little things they do at Victoria Greenlawn that set them apart. Mother’s Day and Father’s Day are major events yearly at Victoria Greenlawn when families typically gather to visit their relatives who have passed on. Staff greet all visitors with a carnation at the entrance and they are invited to attend a free barbeque on the patio after visiting graves and niches. “A celebrant attends these events and talks to the families. Hundreds attend every year,” says Marenger. “Whatever your culture, faith, ethnicity or family tradition, our home is your home.” Last January Marilyn Pinsonneault’s husband Ernest died. She used Victoria Greenlawn and was very pleased with their services. “The staff were so genuinely caring and attentive to personal service. The facilities were so beautifully furnished and the convenience of all the services being in one place was amazing. I was completely satisfied and comfortable there.” Their lounges and community rooms are also available to local service organizations and non-profit groups for their meetings at no cost. If you have relatives buried at Victoria or Greenlawn Cemeteries and you are going to be buried there as well, find out how you can transfer your arrangements to your own Onsite Funeral Home. To find out more about Victoria Greenlawn Funeral Home’s extensive services, or how you can transfer your existing pre-arrangement to them, call 519-969-3939 or visit www.victoriagreenlawnfuneral.ca.
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LARRY LEMAY
LOCAL RACING LEGEND TELLS ALL IN A NEW BOOK
STORY/PHOTOGRAPHY BY DICK HILDEBRAND
TO RACE FANS, the name Larry LaMay has a special significance. The native of Mount Clemens Michigan had a driving career in auto racing that spanned more than 20 years from 1968 to 1990 and an overall involvement in the sport for 60 years as an owner, builder and mechanic! Although he’s still active today, it’s in a different capacity. He was born on October 25th, 1949 to a family that was heavily involved in racing. Young Larry was only 8 when he, himself, discovered the excitement of the sport, usually while attending events at the Mount Clemens Raceway with his father. Larry says he was definitely a lucky guy. “My uncle worked on race cars...never drove them. My father had dabbled a bit in hydroplane racing and my grandfather was quite an accomplished machinist.” Since his father travelled a lot, Larry spent a fair bit of time with his uncle working on race cars. In time…after much resistance from his family…the youngster got his wish to pursue racing, but only in stock cars, which had a roof. Open wheelers were out of the question because “they were just too dangerous”. Like many aspiring drivers, LaMay got his start in go-karts and quickly graduated to quicker and more complicated machinery. About four years ago, at the urging of friends who had kept a record of his accomplishments, Larry decided to write a book. The information was compiled and the book was completed late last year. Aptly titled ‘60 YEARS OF AUTO RACING ON BOTH SIDES OF THE FENCE’, it’s more or less a diary of the life of Larry LaMay and a graphic look at the highs and lows, the frustrations and the heartaches of auto racing. The facts inside are fascinating as the reader takes a journey with a man who has built, worked on and raced cars.
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The publication pays tribute to the 17 mentors that LaMay identifies as the prime movers in helping his career. As he writes, “Those were 17 people who did more than share their expertise and knowledge with me. They also shaped my life as a racer and as a person.” Among those mentors were several giants of the track...among them Benny Parsons, the fine NASCAR driver and one of only 3, 4time Indy 500 winners, A.J.Foyt, who LaMay calls the “greatest driver of all time”. If it had wheels and an engine, A.J. could drive it well! Larry LaMay’s Canadian connection is quite profound. He writes about his 10 year partnership with Burt McColl who he met while racing in the Export A series. “He was a Howe dealer and he built complete cars. He was located in Wheatley, Ontario. I would help him build the car in his shop and I only had to pay for parts and material.” LaMay would run the car at Mount Clemens on Thursday nights and at the Checker Flag Speedway in Windsor on Saturdays. At one time it was the area’s premier track just off County Road 42 between Manning and Lesperance Roads and would attract huge crowds. It was a challenging circuit, 3/8 mile in length with long straightaways and tight corners. He was injured in 1980 during his chase for the championship as he writes: “we got our stride back in the middle of July and started winning or finishing in the top three each night. We were in the battle for the championship at Checker Flag. With just a couple of races left in the season, a full moon on a Saturday night jumped out and got us.” You’ll find the rest of the story in the book. “I raced pretty actively between 1978 and 1983 at Checker Flag,” LaMay recalls, “and we had pretty fair success. In fact, I think we won 23 features there in that time period…his best year locally was 1979 when he took the checkered flag in
7 features. He won the Late Model driver championship at the local track in 1980 and he achieved driver and owner championships in the CASCAR series two years later.” To this day, many of the drivers he competed against on this side of the river are still his friends. In 2012, Larry was named to the Checker Flag Speedway Hall of Fame and later this year he’ll be inducted into the Michigan Motorsports Hall of Fame. In 2016 he received a special achievement award from the Michigan Auto Racing Fan Club, which had also honored him as Mechanic of the Year in 1988. During his 20 year driving career, he drove in 492 features with top five finishes in more than 80% of them. LaMay’s entire racing record is well documented in the book. At a recent book signing in Windsor, LaMay made note of the fact that the racing picture began to change in the mid 80s. “Money,” he says, “was becoming more important and I never did well in getting sponsorships,” so he was basically forced into starting on a different course. After becoming involved in the Skoal Racing Series and ARCA (Automobile Racing Club of America), he was fortunate enough to get hired by A.J.Foyt’s team in 1988 where he stayed four years until the Texan was injured in a Road America event. LaMay also helped John Andretti launch his career and worked with Pancho Carter and Tom Sneva before becoming a consultant with G-Force Transmissions, the North Carolina based company, which supplies driveline parts to NASCAR. All the finite details, complete with dates and pictures are contained in this terrific book. LaMay says as the face of racing continues to change, it’s anybody’s guess where it’ll end up ten years from now and while the competition provides a tremendous opportunity, many kids today will never get that opportunity because they just don’t have the funding or the resources, or the guardian angel looking over their shoulder to provide them with the openings for a racing career. ‘60 YEARS OF AUTO RACING’ is more than just a diary of one man’s success in speed. It’s an overall look at the events and people that shaped the sport. It should be considered a must for die-hard racing fans…in particular those who fondly remember warm summer nights in the stands at Checker Flag, or Delaware, or Mount Clemens…in the hay-day of racing. You can only get the book at Chalet Photography Studios on Howard Avenue across from the Fox Glen Golf Club. WLM It is well worth the trip.
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Feeding a crowd is a labour of love and a matter of course for Vito and Michelle Maggio, owners of Vito’s Pizzeria and O’Maggio’s Kildare House in Walkerville and the new Fresh Off The Truck food truck. Vito can typically be found in their commercial kitchens, discussing the day’s menus with the team. At home, the Maggios enjoy cooking for their sons Marco and Danny and their big circle of family and friends. Wherever Maggios gather, the atmosphere is always lively. Encouraging Windsor Life readers to cook with heart, the entertaining couple share their recipe for Bronzino whole fish and reveal the way they make the classic Italian dessert, tiramisu.
Tiramisu Ingredients: • 2½ bags of lady fingers • 13 eggs (separated) • 1½ kg icing sugar • 2-500 ml mascarpone cream • 500 gr granulated sugar • 1½ kg icing sugar • 1½ litres 35% whipping cream • 1 pot regular coffee • 4 cups espresso • 1 oz baileys • 1 oz kahlua • 1 oz cream de cocoa
Bronzino Whole Fish Ingredients: • 1 whole fish • 3 lemons juiced • 1 lemon sliced • 2 oz white wine • 10 oz fish stock • 2 oz whole parsley
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Score skin of fish, stuff inside with parsley, fennel and lemon slices. Salt and pepper inside and outside of fish, drizzle canola oil on outside of fish. Place on hot grill. In large frying pan add stock, lemon juice, salt, pepper, flour and butter. Put whole fish in pan after grilling and put in hot oven until crispy and fully cooked. Put on plate and glaze with sauce from the pan. Serve with fresh sautéed vegetables and roasted potatoes.
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In mixer add separated eggs, icing sugar, mascarpone cream. Mix till fluffy with a whip, put aside in fridge in separate bowl. With same mixer bowl add whipping cream, icing sugar, granulated sugar. Whisk till fluffy. Combine both creams in large bowl. Assembly: Light layer of cream on bottom of trays (very thin). All liquors in a bowl with coffee. Dip cookies in warm coffee mixture and place on top of cream. 2nd layer add more cream and then cookies on top (adding thicker cream per layer) 3rd layer top with cookies and thicker cream then chill and serve.
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“Our family has an unbreakable dedication to a long-standing Italian tradition where family, cooking and eating are a huge part of everyday life.” – Vito Maggio
Stone Men 10 Musicians Mixing Horns, Percussion and Strings in a Dynamic Sound STORY/PHOTOGRAPHY BY DICK HILDEBRAND THERE’S A NEW BAND IN TOWN and these guys are serious. Windsor realtor Chuck Beaumont who’s been a big fan of area bands like Barrelhouse and The Locals, has been kicking around the music scene for a number of years. In fact, he says, he was with one group that had regular rehearsals for nearly 8 years and went nowhere. “It got tiring,” he says, “until I met up with Mike Stone, a trombone player from the Windsor Symphony Orchestra.” They talked about forming a band and as they talked, the idea became more and more intriguing. Eventually Beaumont decided to make some phone calls. He discussed the matter with a number of players who showed up to check out all the excitement. “It was like magic,” says Beaumont, “from the first notes, the music clicked and that was it.” So, for nearly a year now, 10 players — some of whom had no intention of ever joining a band or being in another one, have gathered in the realtor’s garage every Wednesday night for practice…and they are sounding amazingly good. From the opening notes, the audio is powerful, the vocals are great and the energy is incredible! Because of Chuck’s love of horns, they’re a major part of the group’s unique sound, which is patterned after the likes of Chicago, Blood Sweat and Tears, the Tower of Power and Lighthouse…not to mention
Right: The multi-talented Stone Men are from left to right, Phil Kane, Dave Pike, Phil Hill, Chuck Beaumont, Nino Palazzolo, Matthew Brunke, Troy Brian, Brian Yamonoto, Michael Stone, Mark Bartlett (seated) with the Stone Men Mascot.
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the Doobie Brothers and Beaumont’s personal favorites, Steely Dan. After much discussion and frustration, the group decided it would be called Stone Men (not what you might think) coming in recognition of the band’s tallest player and chart transcriber Mike Stone. “He’s very precise and exact,” says Beaumont, “you can rest assured his charts are always right on.” And, rehearsals aren’t just hum-drum rehearsals either — they’re an event. Action usually starts at 7:30 and the first session runs to 9:30. That’s when the guys take a break and head to the kitchen for a ‘spread’ and some drinks. About 30 minutes later, it’s back to the instruments for at least another hour of practice. In many cases, that hour runs well into the wee hours of the morning…some of the players have been known to stick around until 1 or 1:30 in the am. Chuck says if you’re interested in sitting in on a rehearsal, or to book the band, email him at sailhome@gmail.com. Chuck Beaumont is the founder and leader of Stone Men. He hand-picked each of the incredible musicians that form the band. Chuck is one of the guitar players, does a bit of singing, takes care of scheduling and ensures that the music is ready for each rehearsal. Mike Stone of the Windsor Symphony, is the group’s trombone player and has performed with the likes of Canadian recording artist Gino Vanelli. As Beaumont says of Mike… “he’s got an unbelievable ear and picks things up quickly.” His charts are always neat, accurate and precise. Matt Brunke is also a realtor by trade and plays the trumpet. A former member of the Downchild Blues Band, he produces some pretty sweet sounds. Brian Yamamoto is the sax player, although he can also perform duties on the trumpet, plays percussion and sings. A music teacher by trade, Beaumont calls him a “fabulous human being who’s the heart of the band.” Nino Palazzolo handles the bass, even though he’s equally accomplished on the piano, drums and guitar and is a good singer to boot. After all, he does come from Windsor’s musical royalty. A teacher by trade, he retired once until being recalled. He’s now considering a second retirement. Troy Brian, a pretty fine drummer, is the group’s percussionist. Whether it’s bongos or cowbells, he makes a great noise. An employee of the Ford Motor Company, Troy is an active member of Unifor and was a
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prime mover in setting up the Computers for Kids program with the CAW. Phil Hill, a retired contractor who loves to sail, has been kicking around the Windsor-Essex music scene for a number of years. The native of the United Kingdom has been the percussionist for ‘Mad About Plaid’, a group that has placed on top of Star Search competitions on both Canadian and American television. Dave Pike, who is semi-retired from the Ford Motor Company this year, is the Stone Men keyboardist. Blessed with an incredible musical sense, Pike plays without charts and is extremely inventive. Mark Bartlett, an employee of FiatChrysler automobiles, is active in Unifor Educational programs and is the band’s very busy front man who supplies the lead vocals. Phil Kane, another well-travelled musician has been with the Jeff Healey band and Lighthouse, and has worked in Technical Support. He’s the main guitar player for Stone Men. Finally, there’s Q (who shall remain nameless). You could call him the band’s roadie for lack of a better monicker. He makes sure that all equipment is ready to go when it’s time for a gig, cooks the occasional delicious pickerel fish dinner and is head of the Stone Men’s fan club. Whatever the guys need, he’s always there to lend a hand. Incidentally Q is also the nickname for the group’s mascot….a stone man. Each band member has a say in the music that’s played and everybody contributes to the vocals. There are no large egos and the main aim is to have fun and make great music….as Beaumont says: “We play sophisticated rock from the 70s and 80s.” Although Stone Men is first and foremost a show group, people have no trouble dancing to the beat. They played their first-ever gig at a 40th wedding anniversary party a couple of months ago and made their first public appearance at the Tecumseh Corn Fest late in August. Stone Men is definitely not your typical band. The buys aren’t interested in recording careers, nor do they care about the bar scene. “We are mainly a festival band,” says Chuck, “and we cater to a more mature demographic, although lots of young people are starting to pay attention.” Their energy on stage is phenomenal. Their sound is spectacular. Stone Men will likely end up doing more than the 5 or 6 gigs that Chuck Beaumont had suggested they’d prefer to do. To put it bluntly: These guys are good! WLM
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SEPTEMBER Saturday, 22 DOORS OPEN WINDSOR
Till Sunday. Workplaces, museums, sacred spaces and other buildings welcome the public during Doors Open Windsor. 10 am to 4 pm. Free. For information, visit doorsopenwindsor.com. Sunday, 23 OPEN STREETS WINDSOR
People can explore various neighbourhoods and participate in activities during Open Street Windsor. Roads are closed on the event’s 8 km route along Sandwich Street at Brock Street, through University Street to Aylmer Avenue and then Wyandotte Street up Drouillard Road, ending at Whelpton Street. 9 am to 1 pm. Free. For general information, call 311. citywindsor.ca/open-streets-windsor. BBQ PIG ROAST HAWAIIAN LUAU PARTY FEAST
Riverside Royal Canadian Legion Branch 255 is hosting its BBQ Pig Roast Hawaiian Luau Party Feast, open to everyone. Admission includes the big feast, dancing to live music by Mister Please, limbo, hula hoop contest and more. 5645 Wyandotte St. E., Riverside. 2 to 7 pm. $30 per adult; $15 per kid 6 to 9 years; free for children 5 and under. 519-945 -2012.
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Till Sunday. Also Oct. 5 to 7. Oktoberfest’s authentic Bavarian beer celebrations feature traditional dance performances, costumes, food and beer. Heimat Banquet Centre, 1367 Drouillard Rd., Windsor. 4 pm. $7 and up. 519-915-9821. heimatwindsor.wixsite.com.
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Till Sunday. Artists, cultural workers and organizations collaborate to present local arts, history and cultural life during Culture Days 2018. Participatory public activities throughout Windsor-Essex County. Free. For sites, visit culturedays.ca. Saturday, 29 RUTHVEN APPLE FESTIVAL
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Supporting Amherstburg Community Services, the Fall Wine ‘N Hop starts and ends at the Amherstburg Royal Canadian Legion Branch 157, with stops at four local restaurants. 281 Dalhousie St. 1 to 4:45 pm. $60 ticket for one food and drink serving at each of the five locations. 519-736-5471. amherstburg-cs.com.
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Till Sunday. Comic celebrity Q&A sessions, panels, workshops, entertainment, vendors and more are coming to Windsor Comicon. The Colosseum, 377 Riverside Dr. E., Windsor. windsorcomicon.com.
Witches of all ages, in costume or without, can take afternoon tea and savour treats and storytelling at Park House Museum, 214 Dalhousie St., Amherstburg. 1 pm. Preregistration: $10. 519-736-2511. parkhousemuseum.com.
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Till Sunday. Guests can walk through the oTENTik village and visit local artisans creating items for purchase. Point Pelee National Park, 1118 Point Pelee Dr., Leamington. 11 am to 4 pm. 519-322-2365. pc.gc.ca/pelee.
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Raising funds for breast cancer research, education and advocacy, the Canadian Cancer Society CIBC Run for the Cure in Windsor is a 5k or 1k walk or run. Riverfront Festival Plaza. 8 to 11 am. cibcrunforthecure.supportcbcf.com.
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the Hospice, kicking off with a cocktail reception at 6 pm, followed by dinner and entertainment at 7 pm. Giovanni Caboto Club, 2175 Parent Ave., Windsor. $125. 519-251-2557. thehospice.ca.
Celebrating compassion, sustainability and plant-strong eating, VegFest Windsor offers expert speakers, food vendors, exhibitors and a Kid Zone. Lanspeary Park, 1250 Langlois Ave. 10 am to 5 pm. Free. 519-253-2300. vegfestwindsor.ca. OCTOBER Friday, 5 LASALLE CRAFT BEER FESTIVAL
Till Saturday. Live musical acts, local craft beer and food headline at the LaSalle Craft Beer Festival, held in a heated tent. Vollmer Culture and Recreation Complex, 2121 Laurier Pkwy. 5 pm to midnight, Fri.; 2 pm to midnight, Sat. $25 at the gate includes admission, keepsake mug and three beverage tokens. 519-969-7770. lasallecraftbeerfest.ca. Friday, 12 WINDSOR CRAFT BEER FESTIVAL
Till Saturday. Local and Ontario craft brewers, food and entertainment combine for a neighbourhood party in Old Walkerville. Willistead Park, 1899 Niagara St. 5 to 11 pm. $27 advance ticket. 519-982-5212. Facebook: Windsor Craft Beer Festival. BENEFIT GALA FOR THE HOSPICE
The Hospice of Windsor & Essex County is hosting its 39th Annual Benefit Gala for
Till Wednesday. One of the country’s top literary festivals, BookFest Windsor connects Canadian authors, publishers, graphic artists and readers. Downtown Windsor at Capitol Theatre & Arts Centre, School of Creative Arts The Armouries and other sites. 519-253-7639. bookfestwindsor.com Friday, 19 KINGSVILLE MIGRATION FESTIVAL
Till Sunday. Honouring Jack Minor and his conservation efforts for Canada Geese and other birds and waterfowl, the Kingsville Migration Festival is action-packed with a parade, community activities for all ages and live Mary Poppins Jr. performances by Migration Hall Productions. Jack Miner Bird Sanctuary, 332 Rd. 3 W. 519-733-2123. migrationfestival.ca. ONES – BEATLES #1 HITS
Beatles fans can rock out to ONES, a multimedia screen show of the iconic group’s 30 number one hits plus solo chart toppers, performed by an 11-piece band of Canadian musicians. Chrysler Theatre, 201 Riverside Dr. W., Windsor. 8 pm. $42.50 and up. 519-252-6579. chryslertheatre.com. WINDSOR LIFE CENTRE’S GALA
Marking five years of saving local women’s lives and changing families, Windsor Life Centre is presenting its 9th Annual Gala. Five-course meal, silent auction, entertainment, dancing, networking and emcees Lisa Williams and Leah Hanson from AM800 CKLW. Ciociaro Club, 3745 N. Talbot Rd., Oldcastle. 6:30 pm. $100. 519-972-5986. windsorlifecentre.com.
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