Don Henley --Outstanding Performance

Friday night I had the chance to attend the Don Henley concert at Caesars Windsor..what a great show it was! The sold out crowd thought so too and it was obvious as fans cried out "We love you Don" throughout the show and a few of them even danced right at their seats....Now I have never really followed Henley - -  in fact i thought he only had a few songs like "dirty laundry" and "boys of summer" - -  but i was amazed to know almost every song he sang in the 75 minute performance! So many songs and all of them had a meaning behind them that I believe all need to learn...."Forgiveness" especially could teach a few people a lesson that life's too short, don't waste energy on being mad at others --forgive, forget and move on...you only have one life to lead so make it count! Don also reminded me that life passes you by too fast, for that I am a little sad, because that's how i currently feel - - time flies by quickly and the next thing you know you are 80! I know I have to enjoy a little bit more time off! What about you!!!!!
Thanks Don and Caesars Windsor for a wonderful night out..

PS when i first walked into the concert during the opening act there was one very rude man who told the band "they sucked" ...i was very upset with these comments, imagine being the band on stage, how hard it was to stay up there and sing! But this individual is the one that should have stayed home -- all performers coming to our city should be welcomed with open arms..if you dont like them, keep your nasty comments to yourself..the rest of appreciate them coming to Windsor!


by Deborah Jones
Publisher
Biz X Magazine

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Windsor Olympic Torchbearer Named

by Deborah Jones
Publisher
Biz X Magazine

Tonight the 2010 Olympic Torchbearer for the Windsor leg of the nationwide relay was named at the city's "Together We Triumph" Gala at Caesars Windsor in the Augustus Ballroom.

And Windsor Mayor Eddie Francis announced that, person would be Matthew Charbonneau.

Who is Matthew Charbonneau you may ask?

Matthew and his mother Theresa Charbonneau. Photo by Jack Rosenberg

You will remember that last year Matthew's older brother Cpl. Andrew Grenon was the first Windsor soldier killed September 3, 2008 fighting to rid the world of terrorism in Afghanistan.

To honour Grenon the City of Windsor has chosen his younger brother Mathew Charbeneau to light the cauldron on day 55 of the nationwide Olympic celebration which will culminate in downtown Windsor at the River front Plaza on December 23.

Cpl. Grenon was only 23 years old and he was a member of the 2nd Battalion, Princess Patricia's Canadian Light Infantry serving in Afghanistan. Pictured here are Mathew and his mother Theresa Charbonneau.

The night's announcement included speeches by former Windsor Spitfire and NHL great Adam Graves, Spitfire Head Coach and former NHLer Bob Boughner, Canadian Paralympian Sledge Hockey Gold Medal Champion Ray Grassi, Mayor Eddie Francis and keynote speaker Red Wings Head Coach Mike Babcock.

It was a late night (10pm) for the gala's emcee, AM800's Steve Bell, he joked with the audience he has to get up for work at 3 am...we here at Biz X and In Play just start rocking and rolling then!! its when we get our finest work done!!

We welcome your comments...

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Let's Give Them Something To Talk About

There is a new “Tourism Talks” seminar series from Tourism Windsor Essex Pelee Island. Hosted by incoming Chief Executive Officer Chris Ryan, Tourism Talks will introduce the new entity – Tourism Windsor Essex Pelee Island – to residents and stakeholders throughout the region. The Tourism Talks forums kick off on Tuesday, November 3 at Ambassador Golf Course and run through to November 17. Attendance is free and all are welcome.

“We are committed to engaging our stakeholders from the outset,” says Ryan, “and, we are looking forward to outlining our plans for Tourism Windsor Essex Pelee Island. We’re very excited about the future of tourism in our region, and I am personally very pleased to be a part of this new and dynamic venture.”

The Tourism Talks forums will be held in venues around Windsor and Essex County, and are an opportunity to meet the Board, review the highlights of the Official Business Plan, receive a progress update on tourism activities, introduce our product clusters and invite the participation and engagement of stakeholders and industry partners.


So get involved Windsor-Essex!

LOCATIONS / DATES / TIMES:

Windsor/LaSalle: Ambassador Golf Club

November 3, 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.

Essex: Essex Arena & Sports Complex

November 5, 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.

Tecumseh/Lakeshore: Torino Banquet Hall

November 10, 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.




by Deborah Jones
Publisher
Biz X Magazine

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Jog 4 Joe--Nov. 15, 2009

Here’s something maybe everyone can help with…”Jog 4 Joe” on November 15th!” Last year on this very same day Brad Byrne lost his father to cancer. He was diagnosed at the end of October, completely unexpected, and less than 3 weeks later he was gone. Treatment was not an option and the speed that it took him was disgusting. Six months later Brad’s son was born and he was a dad for the first time.


It breaks Brad’s heart everyday knowing that his son will never meet his incredible grandpa. Brad wants to help support an organization working to fight this terrible disease right here in our community. Along with supporting the Windsor Essex County Cancer Foundation, Brad will be collecting donations for the food bank to fill the shelves for the upcoming winter.

Do your part, join in the 62 km jog—for part or all of the way…or drop off a canned good to the Lakeshore Community Services Food Bank!

For more information visit http://jog4joe.blogspot.com/

Or call Nancy Brockenshire, Communications Coordinator 519-253-3191 ext. 58559#

Harlem Globetrotters Coming To WFCU

Good news Windsorites...the Harlem Globetrotters are coming to the WFCU CENTRE! Coming off the most successful year in the franchise’s illustrious history, with a record-breaking 62 box offices records and over two million smiling fans, the iconic Harlem Globetrotters are primed to showcase their eye-popping 2010 World Tour in Windsor on Sunday, January 3, 2010, with the wholesome family entertainment known worldwide for thrilling fans young and old and making cherished family memories.

And your favourite magazines, Biz X and IN PLAY will have tickets..all you have to do is purchase a VIP card for $25 on our website and we will send you a pair of tickets..while supplies last..

has anyone ever seen them perform before..i have not had the pleasure, but you can bet i will be there january 3!!

Loose Goose On The Loose

There's a new pub downtown Windsor....The Loose Goose Resto Pub & Lounge, 126 Ouellette Avenue in the old Wooley Bully's...has anyone been there yet..Agnus Mackinnon, formerly of The Honest Lawyer and Dan Spada (from Dean Martini's), Ryan Ivy (Treehouse/Big Dicks Eatery) and Tom Scully (Honest Lawyer/Chatham Street Grill) took the plunge and opened up early October..


The pub aims to be Windsor's version of "Cheers"...you know the place where everyone knows your name and is always glad you came!!!!! Well they are serving up true pub grub..shepherds pie, fish & chips, grey goose vodka drink specials and even have orange pop!

There will also be great sports specials for those wanting to watch the big game....has anyone been there yet? What do you think...I plan on heading over real soon....

October 2009

Where does the time go? Seems like I am always writing about that but really, it's scary! We work on issues ahead of time so for all of us at your favourite magazine, Biz X it just seems to fly by even faster. But we have to admit we have so much fun doing it!

Well here we are now well into October and we present our technology issue.

You'll learn which desktop computer, laptop or netbook is best for your office or home.

And where would we be without cell phones? Read up on the latest Blackberrys, Mobile Phones, and I-phones on the market!

But of course, that's not all, Biz X the biggest and best MONTHLY publication in Windsor-Essex is jam packed with stories--ones you won't see in other publications.

Are you a fan of the Dragons' Den? We've got the scoop on which Windsor business entrepreneurs made the big screen on season four!

Plus articles on; Windsor Airport, The Air Show, Advanced Solar, Active Chiropractic, Halloween Things To Do, Monaco Restaurant, From The Heart, Robertson Cabinets & more!

As you can see we have been busy! And we are about to get a heck of a lot busier as we begin work now on the biggest issue we produce each year--our "Oscar" awards tribute! You don't want to miss it!

'Til next time...happy reading!
deborah