Tuesday, July 19, 2011

Calling All Karaoke Lovers! "Wheatley Idol" July 31, 2011 Is Here!

A little town with big talent! Who would have known that there was such amazing talent in such a little town? Youth from all around Southwestern ON will hit the stage at the eighth annual "Wheatley Idol", which is taking place Sunday, July 31 at the Two Creeks Conservation Area in Wheatley. "Wheatley Idol" is a part of the annual Wheatley Fish Festival, which takes place the Civic Holiday Weekend on July 29, 30, and 31.


Organizer of the event Darla Janzen told the Biz X Magazine that the talent competition, which was started by the Wheatley Optimists, has grown since it began, and this feature attraction continues to grow.

“It has become really popular,” Janzen says. We set a record year again for 2011! Registration to compete in the event is now closed, as the 30 spots filled up in one week. We credit our website, along with the media and other mediums for helping get the word out.”

Janzen said of the contestants, who hail from the Wheatley area and as far as Windsor and Sarnia. “Kids have the know-how when it comes to being online.”

Contestants come from all around to vie for the coveted "Wheatley Idol" title. The competition also draws hundreds of spectators, who offer support and encouragement for the great talent that takes to the outdoor stage. The singing competition is broken down into four age categories (6-9, 10-12, 13-16, and 17-29) and includes “celebrity judges” who determine the 13 winners.

The celebrity judges include local recording artist, singer/songwriter Nicole Barron, 92.7 Max FM, morning host Cordell Green, and Jennifer Morin the 2010 "Wheatley Idol" Overall Winner. There are great prizes for all the winners and includes a star-studded recording package for the 2011 Overall Winner”.

Janzen is excited to announce that the four 1st place winners from this year’s contest will also be guest singers at the 2011 Comber Fair - Miss Comber Fair Pageant. With volunteers, prize sponsors and community partnerships, Janzen credits all of these for the success of the annual event.

“Everybody does their part and we have a lot of great support,” she adds. Janzen indicated a large crowd is anticipated again this year for the event. Preparations for the competition are going smooth, and the list of the contestants has been announced.“We’ve tried to put a bit of everything into it, so it’s appealing to everybody.”

Admission to the event is free and open to the public as a free concert. Rain or shine! The Two Creeks outdoor amphitheatre makes for a wonderful woodland setting, and in the event of rain, the pavilion is available. Door prizes for the audience can be won; food from the Wheatley Scouts will be for sale, and 92.7 Max FM Radio out of Leamington will be on hand during the event to give out free swag.

Bring your Lawn chairs and Idol cheers! MC Dustyn Janzen, 92.7 Max and Mix 96.7 radio host, will keep everyone entertained and well informed throughout the event. We encourage the public to come out to the event and enjoy the entertainment. You can also Stay Connected with "Wheatley Idol" on "Facebook", "Twitter", and Idol Alerts! Check out the "Wheatley Idol" website for more details, Idol highlights and news. www.wheatleyidol.com


by Deborah Jones Publisher Biz X Magazine

Sunday, July 10, 2011

WE Children's Safety Village Day Camp Giveaway $110 Value X2

Biz X Magazine wants to send your
 youngster to the
Week Long Day Camp
at the Children's Safety Village of
Windsor and Essex County!!!


Two Passes - $110 Each
Good for July 18 -22 or August 8-12

Simply email our contest page here "CONTEST" 
and tell us in a short paragraph why you want to win this prize.

Open to all Biz X Facebook fans.

Two winners randomly selected Friday July 15
and posted here and on the Biz X Facebook page.

Saturday, July 9, 2011

Odette MBA 5K Fun Run/Walk For ALS Sat. July 16, 2011

Odette MBA 5K Fun Run/ Walk to Support the Windsor-Essex County ALS Society


The Odette MBA Society at the University of Windsor invites you to participate in the Odette MBA 5K Fun Run/Walk benefiting the Windsor-Essex County ALS Society on Saturday, July 16th. This event will be held at Ganatchio Trail, just across from the WFCU Center. The run/walk will start promptly at 9 am, but prior check-in is required with registration beginning at 8 am. All of the registration information can be found by clicking HERE or logging onto http://www.uwindsor.ca/mbasociety/odette-mba-5k-fun-runwalk.

ALS (Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis) is a devastating disease that targets the central nervous system. It is estimated that an individual diagnosed with ALS will require $50,000 of equipment. These expenses however are miniscule when compared to the emotional distress and physical suffering of the afflicted individuals. This event was created to support those afflicted members of our community. The Odette MBA 5K Fun Run/Walk demonstrates the unity and strength characteristic of the Windsor community, a community that you are a part of and a unity to which you are called.

Organizers look forward to seeing you on July 16th at Ganatchio Trail! Together, we are making a difference!

Inquiries regarding the Odette MBA 5K Fun Run/Walk can be directed to mbasoc@uwindsor.ca.

by Deborah Jones Publisher Biz X Magazine