Job Fair July 19 at WFCU CENTRE

WFCU CENTRE TO JUMP START HOCKEY SEASON WITH JOB FAIR

Global Spectrum Facility Management, event operators of the WFCU Centre in Windsor, Ontario, announced they will be hosting a job fair on Thursday July 19, leading into the Windsor Spitfires 2012-2013 season.

“This is an opportunity for the residents of Windsor to be part of a world class facility, and a world class team” said Jason Toner, General Manager of Events from Global Spectrum. “We’re very excited to have this opportunity to meet with residents from Windsor and Essex County. These positions are great because they will be on the front line of our work force, and will be involved in so many aspects that make our events run, and make every event a memorable one.”

In conjunction with Ovations Food Services, Global Spectrum will be filling positions in the box office, food services and operations, including; short order cooks, dishwashers, bartenders, restaurant servers, cashiers senior box office ticket seller, box office ticket seller, operations event personnel - ushers/ticket takers, event services supervisor, and conversion crew labourers.

Applicants should be committed to providing top quality service to all WFCU Centre guests and able to work a flexible schedule which will include some nights, weekends, and holidays. All interested applicants are asked to proceed to the Crown Royal Platinum Club Lounge at the WFCU Centre and provide a resume and cover letter. Applicants will also be required to fill out a job application and be available for an on-site interview.

The WFCU Centre is home to the Windsor Spitfires, as well as concerts, family shows and other attractions for Windsor and Essex County. More information regarding the job fair can be found by visiting www.wfcu-centre.com.

About Global Spectrum

Global Spectrum (global-spectrum.com) manages event booking at the WFCU Centre, as well as more than 100 other public assembly facilities around the world. Nearly 20-million people attended more than 11,000 events in Global Spectrum venues last year. Based in Philadelphia, PA, Global Spectrum is part of Comcast-Spectacor, one of the world’s largest sports and entertainment companies. Comcast-Spectacor also owns the Philadelphia Flyers of the National Hockey League, the Philadelphia 76ers of the National Basketball Association, Ovations Food Services, a food and beverage services provider, New Era Tickets, a full-service ticketing and marketing product for public assembly facilities, Paciolan, the leading provider of venue establishment ticketing, fundraising and marketing technology solutions, Front Row Marketing Services, a commercial rights sales company, and Flyers Skate Zone, a series of community ice skating rinks. In a partnership with Disson Skating, Comcast-Spectacor annually produces eight nationally televised figure skating spectaculars on NBC-TV.

by Deborah Jones Publisher Biz X Magazine

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“Windsor’s Fork & Cork,” July 6, 7 &8, 2012--Be There!

Biz X magazine is proud to be co-sponsoring, along with other media friends and local businesses, “Windsor’s Fork & Cork.”

This brand new festival takes place July 6, 7 & 8 at the Windsor Riverfront Plaza. The event highlights approximately 30 of Windsor & Essex County restaurants including...

 -The City Grill

-Walkermole

-Dominion House

-Rino’s Kitchen

-Capri Pizzeria

-Koi Sushi

-The Tecumseh Roadhouse

-Thai Palace

-Smokin Aces Mobile BBQ & Catering

-Armando’s

-Mezzo Ristorante & Lounge

-Sweet Temptations

-Renee’s Fine Cakes

-Rock n Roll Fry Guys

-CIBPA Windsor

-City Beer Market

-Chanoso’s

Plus many more to come – watch this spot for updates and also the Biz X fan page on “Facebook” and the Fork and Cork website (www.forkandcork.ca) and their fan page!

You’ll sample portion sized servings of several culinary creations as well as wine tastings from local wineries from the Essex Pelee Island Coast (EPIC)...

 -Mastronardi Estate Winery

-Aleksander Estate Winery

-Cooper’s hawk Vineyards

-Viewpointe Estate Winery

-D’Angelo Estate Winery

 And local spirits and beers will be served from: Wiser’s Canadian Whisky Canadien, Molson Canadian, Coors Light and Polar Ice Vodka

And that’s not all!

In addition, local musical entertainers from various genres will entertain you and all your friends on the following dates...

 -Friday, July 6: the unquiet dead, the Mondaymen, Dusty & Friends, Border City Rock

-Saturday, July 7: Joseph Beresford, Fresh Breath, The Blue Stones, The United Snakes, Black Orchid, Magda, The Walkervilles

-Sunday, July 8: Fisher Kings, Early Cash and Crystal Gage

Local artists will be on hand exhibiting their work.Saturday and Sunday features a Kids Zone with Arts & Crafts, Magicians, Circus stunts, jumping castles, face painting and more! So bring the entire family!  Family setting by day 12 pm to 5 pm, Adult mature setting by night 6 pm to 11 pm!

This is a true community celebration for all ages at the right price: FREE!

So, if you’re an epicurean, come down to “Windsor’s Fork & Cork,” July 6, 7 & 8, 2012! And don’t forget to stop by the “Biz X magazine Waterfront Lounge”...grab some grub, a glass of wine and mix and mingle! Biz X will be there, you need to be too!

by Deborah Jones Publisher Biz X Magazine

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The Bob Probert Memorial Ride Sunday June 24, 2012

One of the most exciting events of the year, the second annual Bob Probert Memorial Ride takes place on Sunday, June 24.  Biz X magazine is proud to be an ORIGINAL SIX sponsor of the event.

The WFCU Centre plays host of the final stop to this year’s ride where participants will be entertained by local bands: Sheez with Us who is opening for Destroyer.  Tickets are now on sale for just $15 for those wishing to attend the final stop but do not ride.      

For those wanting to take part in the ride, registration is $30 per ride/$20 per passenger.  The Bob Probert Memorial Ride is proudly presented by CAW Local 444 and Local 2458.  All proceeds from this event support the Angioplasty Program at HDGH.  For more information, please visit: www.probertride.com  and check out Pages 26 & 27 in the June issue of Biz X, found on our website at www.bizxmagazine.com

If you’d like to register for the ride early, head over to Average Joe’s Sports Bar on Friday, June 22 from 5 to 8 p.m. for the final pre-registration night.  All Probert Ride 2012 memorabilia will be for sale at this event.

And come on out and show your support for the riders...watch for Team Biz X in the sponsor pack at the beginning of the ride. Give us and all bikers a friendly wave and then come on out to the WFCU centre around 3 p.m. 

NHL players and alumni in attendance will be: Sheldon Kennedy, Chris Chelios, Doug Gilmour, Eddie Mio, Tony Amonte, Darren Banks, Ryan Wilson, Scott Parker, Dave Hutchison, Ryan VanderBussche, Danny Newman, Wayne Cowley and Wes O'Neill.

 We will also be joined by a number of OHL and AHL players.  The OHL players will be signing autographs at the WFCU Centre.  We hope to see everyone there!

by Deborah Jones Publisher Biz X Magazine

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June 8 to 10, 2012 Carrousel By The River

HEAD TO THE RIVERFRONT FESTIVAL PLAZA IN DOWNTOWN WINDSOR FRIDAY, SATURDAY AND SUNDAY! $5 ADMISSION ONLY

Chef Schedule	Genre	Time of
SATURDAY, JUNE 9, 2012
"Asian Fusion" with Chefs Mike Delmore & Helmut Markert	Culinary Demonstration	12:00	12:30
"Putting a Healthy Spin on Traditional Cultural Meals" with Chefs Victoria Milkhail & Robert Catherine	Culinary Demonstration	1:00	1:30
"Cultural Dishes with Local Ingredients" with Chefs David Chiandussi & Robert Catherine	Culinary Demonstration	2:00	2:30
David Rocco	Celebrity Chef	5:00	6:30
SUNDAY, JUNE 10, 2012
"Italian Fusion" with Chefs Joe Ciliberto & Robert Catherine	Culinary Demonstration	12:30	1:00
Christine Cushing	Celebrity Chef	3:00	4:30

June 2012 marks the debut of Carrousel’s Culinary Explosion Pavilion – featuring exciting cooking demonstrations and challenges highlighting different world cuisines and local ingredients.  Headliners - Chef David Rocco on June 9^th  at 5 pm, host of David Rocco’s Dolce Vita on the Food Network, and Chef Christine Cushing on June 10^th at 3 pm, host of "Fearless in the Kitchen" on OWN, will tempt our palettes with savory smells with live cooking demonstrations. Pick up Greek and Italian cooking tips to incorporate into your kitchen or simply enjoy the culinary prowess as these two Top Chefs. Reserved seating and an exclusive meet and greet with the Chef is available for only $20.

Check out www.carrouselofnations.ca for ticket details!

For the rest of the weekend, enjoy local Chefs’ demonstrations and challenges highlighting world cuisines using local ingredients.  There is also a “culinary salon” featuring rotating local chefs throughout Saturday and Sunday and special pasta making workshops in the Children’s Village.

Biz X will be there and you need to be too!

 

by Deborah Jones Publisher Biz X Magazine

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Luau for Lalo: June 9, 2012 at On The Beach

Studio Kelani has started a fundraising campaign for its office manager Laloifi (the owner's mother) who is currently undergoing cancer treatment. Without OHIP it is believed her treatment could cost up to $40,000. Every penny counts!

On Saturday June 9, 2012 at 5 pm... the  'Luau for Lalo' (A.K.A. warrior princess) fundraiser takes place at the scenic and tropical 'On the Beach Volleyball' & and 'On the Beach Bar & Grill' (http://www.onthegreenindoorgolf.com/onthebeach/index.html).

Tickets are $20 which include pig roast, exciting live entertainment & door prizes. There will also be running a volleyball tournament (tournament entry fee: $15 per person; $60 per team/ corporate sponsorship encouraged). 100% of the proceeds go to Laloifi's treatment.

You can purchase tickets on line (www.studiokelani.com) or at various locations T.B.A. including Studio Kelani (3774 Walker Road/ lower level of Absolute Chiropractic Wellness Centre) & Absolute Chiropractic Wellness Centre (3774 Walker Road).

Thank you and we hope to see you there!

***PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A FAMILY FRIENDLY EVENT! THERE WILL BE AT LEAST ONE VOLLEYBALL SAND COURT FOR THE KIDS! AND A FACE PAINTER!***

by Deborah Jones Publisher Biz X Magazine

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Women’s Economic Forum invites the public to attend on May 22, 2012

The Women’s Economic Forum of Windsor invites the general public to attend their monthly business dinner meeting on May 22, 2012 to hear Donna Messer speak on “The Power of One – Being a Leader and Taking that First Step”.

Donna Messer is the “Queen of Networking”, she’s an author, speaker and coach, an inspiring and passionate motivator, that has addressed thousands of people on three continents. Donna a former broadcast journalist, and is the author of more than 4,000 articles published around the world. Her book Effective Networking Strategies is a Canadian best seller. She hosts both radio and television programs, interviewing Canadians with a story to tell. Donna is social media savvy, and knows the importance of international visibility. She serves on the Executive Board for Women in Food Industry Management, is an active Rotarian and is on the board for The United Way of Oakville. 

The Women’s Economic Forum is a meeting for businesswomen, and provides networking with the opportunity to increase business, skills, and relationships with other professional women. The event will be held at the Other Place Catering and Reception Centre located at 1395 Walker Road, Windsor Ontario.

You are welcome to come and bring a friend. You will see first hand how WEF works to support each other and you will have an opportunity to promote your own business, introduce your service or organization by expanding your network with supporting members. This is an exciting meeting you will not want to miss!

 The cost is $25 for WEF members, $35 for guests. Registration and networking begins at 5:30 p.m., followed by dinner at 6:30 p.m., and the speaker at 7:30 p.m.

Deadline for reservations is noon Friday, May 20th, 2012.

 Tickets can be obtained by calling the WEF Hotline at (519) 992-5993 or by emailing administrator@womenseconomicforum.com. For more information visit womenseconomicforum.com

by Deborah Jones Publisher Biz X Magazine

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Get Your Ticket & DeStress On May 14, 2012

DeStress 2012: Martinis, Manicures, and Much, Much More!

“DeStress 2012: Martinis, Manicures, and Much, Much More” is back for its 5^th year and promises to be THE event for the ladies of Windsor-Essex!! Check out the April issue of Biz X, online at bizxmagazine.com to read more!

 The DeStress 2012 Event Committee is excited to announce that tickets are now available for the 5^th Annual DeStress Event in support of The Distress Centre of Windsor-Essex County.  “Thanks to the support of sponsors like Biz X Magazine, Mix 96.7, Corbett Productions, Coffee & Cream and The Ciociaro Club of Windsor, for only $50, ladies will receive a Martini, Mini-Manicure, Full Pasta Dinner, Event Gift Bag, Door Prize Ticket, and much, much more,”says Rukshini Ponniah, Executive Director of The Distress Centre. 

The “MORE” includes relaxing Massages and various Spa Services which attendees can purchase for only $5-$10, entertainment and delectable desserts of course, to name a few.  Ponniah adds, “Women deserve to take a night off, to relax, rejuvenate, get pampered, and have fun with their friends.  Also, falling the day after Mother’s Day, DeStress is not only the ULTIMATE Ladies’ Night Out, it is also the PERFECT Mother’s Day Gift for the amazing moms and women out there who claim they have everything!”

Date:                Monday, May 14^th, 2012

Time:                Doors open at 5:00 (Manicure Appointments begin at 5:30)

Location:          Ciociaro Club of Windsor (3745 North Talbot Rd, Oldcastle/ON)

Tickets:            $50

Ticket Sellers:   Anne’s on the Avenue (344 Manning Road, St. Clair Beach), Rose City Ford (6333 Tecumseh Rd. E), Linda’s Fashions and Accessories (2492 Dougall Ave, Windsor) and Victoria Boutique (5841 Malden Rd. – Unit 142, LaSalle)

For event information, to volunteer as a manicurist or esthetician, or inquire about being a vendor, please email DeStressWE@gmail.com or visit www.dcwindsor.com/destress.

DeStress is the major annual fundraiser which supports The Distress Centre of Windsor-Essex County, a local organization which provides crisis intervention, suicide prevention, emotional support, and community referrals to anyone who calls the Distress Line.  The service is available from 12 noon to 12 midnight, 365 days a year, and is available for anyone who needs support and calls the Distress Line at 519-256-5000.  The Distress Line is answered by highly trained, dedicated, and caring Phone Volunteers who provide free, confidential, and anonymous emotional support to callers.  The Distress Centre, a registered Canadian Charity, is funded primarily by the United Way of Windsor-Essex and depends on fundraisers such as DeStress to help support volunteer education and community outreach efforts.
To find out more about the Distress Centre, its service, its volunteer opportunities, or to make a donation, please visit www.dcwindsor.com.  Those in need of emotional support are encouraged to call 519-256-5000 between noon and midnight.
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About the Distress Centre of Windsor-Essex County: The Distress Centre of Windsor-Essex County, a registered charity, is funded primarily by The United Way of Windsor-Essex.  It exists to provide emergency crisis intervention, suicide prevention, emotional support and referrals to community resources, by telephone, to people in Windsor and the surrounding area.  Currently, 75 highly trained and extremely dedicated Phone Volunteers help provide this valued service between the hours of 12 pm and 12 am, 365 days a year.  Approximately 4,000 callers use and appreciate this service on an annual basis.

by Deborah Jones Publisher Biz X Magazine

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