The 2nd Annual 'Mickey's Run' Takes Place June 7, 2014

The 2nd Annual 'Mickey's Run', presented by Centerline, is set to take place on Saturday, June 7 at the WFCU Centre.

The inaugural event last summer, held in memory of Mickey Renaud, raised more than $18,000 through the participation of 235 runners; all in support of the Windsor Spitfires Foundation and the community groups that benefit annually from its support.

This year, their goal is to raise $20,000!

 

EVENT INFORMATION

9am: 1K Kids Fun Run, 9:15: 5K Run / Walk & 10K Run, 11:00: Awards & Party @ Average Joe's

 

REGISTRATION

1) Register ONLINE until Friday, June 6 @ 9pm.

2) Download REGISTRATION FORM, fill out and return to Spitfires office.

Race Day Kits can be picked up from 10am to 7pm on Friday, June 6 in the Governor's Room, down the hall from the Spitfires offices on the lower level of the WFCU Centre. Last minute registrations will be accepted, in person, on June 6th, and up until 9am on the day of the event.

 

PRIZES

Top 3 finishers in each age category (11 to 19, 19 to 29, 30 to 39, 40 to 59 & 60+) will win a prize!

 

RELATED LINKS

Mickey's Run Information Page: http://www.windsorspitfires.com/mickeys-run

Official Event Page: http://raceroster.com/events/2014/2449/mickeys-run-2014

 

Event Contact: Felicia Krautner, 519-254-5000 (208), community@windsorspitfires.com

by Alan Halberstadt www.alanhalberstadt.com

If You Are Italian & A Girl Aged 16 to 25, Try Out for Miss Via Italia by May 25, 2014!

Back by Popular Demand

The Miss Via Italia Pageant

 

 Via Italia Carrousel of the Nation volunteer organizers are pleased to announce the return of the ever popular Miss Via Italia Pageant. This event is a highlight among all of the events taking place over the two Italian Village Carrousel weekends and attracts hundreds of fans. This year’s Carrousel of the Nations takes place on June 20-22 and June 27-29.

 

The committee organizing the pageant is currently seeking contestants with Italian Heritage to participate in the event, which takes place on Saturday, June 21, 2014 at 9:00 p.m.. Hosted by Mr. Sonny Borrelli, and featuring celebrity judges, the event incorporates several elements including fashions, a talent component and an interview.

 

Along with the coveted Miss Via Italia title and tiara, a cash prize of $500 for the winner and gift packages for first and second runners up are awarded. Participants must be between the ages of 16 – 25 and be available for training sessions and rehearsals held prior to the event.

 

This event is sponsored in part by FIAT, Wincom and several local boutiques.

Deadline for applications to the pageant is May 25^th. Interested participants may contact Kim Spirou at 519.253.0111 or kspirou@hotmail.ca.

by Alan Halberstadt www.alanhalberstadt.com

Help the "Booty Babes" May 27, 2014

Come join the fun

Tuesday May 27, 2014

 Ambassador Golf Club from 6:00pm-9:00 pm

Proceeds to Benefit Vito Tocco Anal Cancer Foundation &

Relay for Life Team “Booty Babes”

Cost $20 adults- kids $10

Each adult ticket will be entered in a draw

MUST BE PRESENT TO WIN

Raffle & Great Vendors to shop!

 

For tickets call Nancy 519-991-4084     Fina 1-586-883-5622     Nino 519-999-3274

Partnered with Canadian Cancer Society                        

by Alan Halberstadt www.alanhalberstadt.com

Mother’s Day High Tea Social may 10, 2014

Start a New Mother’s Day Tradition

Mother’s Day High Tea Social

Saturday May 10, 2014

Olde Walkerville Theatre -1PM – 4PM

*pre event Wednesday May 7 as well

 

Come wear your finest hats with the women who inspire you, mothers, grandmothers, daughters or the lady down the street!  At the “Mother’s Day High Tea Social” we will be celebrating the women who mean the most to us with high tea and conversation. Exquisite teas and delicious sweet and savoury treats will be served as well as live music.

The Olde Walkerville Theatre will be hosting a High Tea and Social on May 10, 2014 with Finger sandwiches, scones with clotted cream and tea from local Entrepreneur Mary Christine Smith from Windsor Tea Emporium.  Pick up your last minute Mother’s Day gifts from local crafters with their hand selected wares especially for that special lady in your life.

 

A Fascinator Hat Workshop will be held on Wednesday May 7 to get your finest hats ready for a stroll in Walkerville on Mother’s Day

 

The itinerary begins with Sweet Tea and fruit while we mingle and shops, then an array of Finger sandwiches, scones, deserts and truffles are served with fine teas.  Mary Christine Smith will give a talk on teas from around the world and Mary Lambros, owner of The Olde Walkerville theatre, will explain the origin of “The Pink Tea” and the Famous Five Foundation in Canada.

Tickets are $25 each for the High Tea and $25 for the Fascinator Hat Workshop (when purchasing a Tea ticket) and are available on EventeBrite (search Mother’s day High Tea) or through the Event Planner, Kristy LeBlanc. Tickets must be purchased in advance.

 

Contact Kristy LeBlanc (519-567-9399)  or 

The Olde Walkerville Theatre  (519-253-2929) for more information.

by Alan Halberstadt www.alanhalberstadt.com

WSO Concert at Art Gallery, May 4, 2014

WSO Community Concert featuring the Windsor Symphony String Orchestra with Conductor Peter Wiebe and Soprano Sarah Fontaine

Sunday, May 4, 2 to 3 pm

The AGW proudly welcomes the Windsor Symphony Orchestra for this FREE Community Concert.

Join Conductor Peter Wiebe, Soprano Sarah Fontaine and the Windsor Symphony String Orchestra for an afternoon of unforgettable music and art. Program includes favourites by Gershwin, Bernstein, Haydn, Bob Dylan and more!

This exciting Community Concert is accompanied by a very special Sundays in the Studio.After the performance, join us in the Studio for The Music of Art and create a contemporary opera card inspired by music from the concert. An afternoon of culture and creativity awaits!

Image: Gershon Iskowitz; November #1; oil on canvas; Gift from The Queen's Silver Jubilee Art Collection through the Province of Ontario, 1978

Art Gallery of Windsor
401 Riverside Drive West
www.agw.ca 

by Alan Halberstadt www.alanhalberstadt.com