Drop A Few Bucks in a Biz X Kettle for the Salvation Army This Holiday Season!

CTV and Biz X magazine help Salvation Army

The Salvation Army is pleased to announce the appointment of Jim Crichton, CTV News Anchor and Windsor Advisory Board Member, as the first ever “Christmas Kettle Champion” in the City of Windsor.

“We are thrilled that Jim Crichton has agreed to assist us with our Christmas Kettle Campaign this year as the honourary Champion,” says Perron Goodyear, Public Relations & Development Representative.  “Jim has been an active community leader for many years and we are confident his willingness to champion our cause will enhance our ability to provide hope and dignity at Christmas and throughout the year.”

As Christmas Kettle Champion, Jim will actively promote the Kettle Campaign in various ways including in-person, via YouTube Videos and in PSA’s.  In addition he will be available for media interviews throughout the campaign.

 

Photo by Rod Denis for Biz X magazine

"Giving Hope Today. The important work of The Salvation Army takes place every day,” says Crichton. “But perhaps no single season is more important than the Christmas Kettle campaign. It is your generosity this time of year that enables The Salvation Army to fund its caring work. Please join me in supporting The Salvation Army’s Christmas Kettle campaign.  It’s important to so many individuals and families – and I know you’ll feel good helping."

Biz X magazine is proud to sponsor two kettles as well... one at Devonshire Mall and Wal-Mart (Lauzon).  So put a little something in our kettles during your Christmas shopping and help us raise more funds for the Salvation Army!

The annual Christmas Kettle Campaign has been The Salvation Army's single largest public appeal in Canada since 1906.  The Windsor Christmas Kettle Campaign will run from November 18 – December 24 at 18 locations throughout the City.  For more information please email: kettle@sallyann-windsor.org

by Deborah Jones Publisher Biz X Magazine

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Windsor Essex Book Expo: Sunday November 24, 2013

 The second annual Windsor Essex Book Expo takes place on Sunday, November 24, at the Caboto Club from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m.  Admission is $1, half of which goes to charity:  Voices Against Poverty.  

Over 55 local authors will be on hand with their latest books, everything from children’s books, self-help books, murder mysteries, love stories, local histories and photographic art books.  Some authors will hold writer’s workshops to inspire others to begin writing, or to hone their craft.  There will also be activities for children.

Two of last year’s participants include Allison and Lauren Knight, who wrote: Mirror Mirror - Two bodies, One Soul.  Identical twins, they talk about bullying and social anxiety, depression and compulsive disorder, struggles that so many others face.  In their candid book, Allison and Lauren shed light on these issues from their unique perspective as inseparable twins.  They are one soul living in two bodies.

Roy Patrick James is also involved in the expo, as writer of Zapped by Design, Zithered by Wit.  It’s a cornucopia of art and literature containing over 160 poems, 60 illustrations, and a wealth of character, an artistic journey through a multitude of subjects and genres.  James is a short story contest winner for a cross-border magazine, The Artisan’s Well, a fine art and literary publication.

Mick Ridgewell is author of The Nightcrawler, about Scott Randall, a corporate V.P.  To celebrate a massive new deal, he plans to drive from Detroit to L.A. but, before he leaves, he makes a huge mistake. He cruelly dismisses a homeless panhandler on the street. Along the road, he swears he sees the panhandler again, and again.  Soon, he sees the man even in his dreams. No matter how he tries, Scott can’t escape him.  Instead of L.A., The Nightcrawler has a different destination in mind.

The Windsor Essex Book Expo was organized by Kit McCann, a local writer, who was born and raised in this area, who wants to feature known and lesser known authors whose books aren’t generally available in local book stores.  McCann hopes to put this area on the map for its proliferation of talent.  McCann also hopes the expo will encourage, and inspire, children to read and write, perhaps to become the next generation of local authors from Windsor-Essex.  

Further information is available by contacting Kit McCann:  kitmccann1@hotmail.com, www.windsoressexauthors.com



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Special Biz MiXer with Tons Of Prizes for Sparky's Toy Drive November 15, 2013!

-Nov. 15: After the 16th Annual “Biz X Awards Gala” (invite only) all award nominees and local biz pros are welcome to attend a special “Biz MiXer” at St. Clair College Centre for the Arts from 10 p.m. to midnight. Admission is a $10 donation to Sparky’s Toy Drive. DJ, raffles tickets for just $5 each include a chance to win tons of prizes and dancing too! Auction as well for dinner at the fire hall! Call 519-977-2199 to learn more or visit Biz X magazine on Facebook.

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Chilifest Nov. 8, 2013, Help Out Our Firefighters!



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Free Workshop on Oct 30 for Not-for-profit Organizations

United Way to Provide Free Workshop to Local Not-for-Profit Organizations in Preparation for the New Ontario Not-for-Profit Corporations Act

 

On Wednesday, October 30, 2013, from 9 am to 11 am, United Way will be hosting a free workshop to local not-for-profit organizations in preparation for the new Ontario Not-for-Profit Corporations Act.   Event takes place at the Fogolar Furlan, Windsor Hall, 1800 North Service Road, Windsor. Admission is a donation of a food item to support local food banks.

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Facilitated by Dana Young and William Willis of the McTague Law Firm LLP, this workshop will assist local not or- for-profit organizations in understanding the new legislation, identifying the action steps to be taken, and determining a process to prepare for the changes.

 

Registration closes on Friday, October 25^th, 2013. 

Visit www.weareunited.com or call 519-258-0000 x 15 or email cgiglio@weareunited.com to register!


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"Pink Shades of Hope" Dinner for CIBC Run For The Cure To Support CBCF

Get your ticket now for the Oct 17  event, "Pink Shades of Hope "supporting the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation CIBC Run for the Cure at the Ciociaro Club.

Doors open at 5:30 and dinner is served at 6:30. This will be an evening filled with amazing food, entertainment, survivor fashion show, silent auction and so much more!

Tickets are $50 and can be purchased at any CIBC in Windsor while supplies last. 

Please like their face book page and to find more information at www.facebook.com/pinkshadesofhopehttps://www.facebook.com/pinkshadesofhope.

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Purchase A Ticket For A Hospice Patient To Attend Oct. 4th Gala

Gala evening offers Hospice patients a night on the town

It’s been quite a long time since hospice patient Carl Dixon and his wife, Lisa, have been able to enjoy a carefree night of fun. But thanks to the generosity of hospice supporters, the Dixons, along with fellow hospice patient Dennis Solet and his wife, Julie, and others will be able to attend the 34^th Annual Evening for the Hospice Gala in October. And, they’ll be attending for free.

This year, donors and community partners were encouraged to purchase a table or individual tickets and send a Hospice patient in their own place. The response has been astounding as individuals and companies have come forward to give patients and their families a night off from worrying about medical diagnoses and, instead, giving them a chance to dress up and enjoy an evening of fun.

“We could not be happier with the response we’ve had,” says Fr. Matthew Durham, csb, Director of Community Engagement & Advancement at The Hospice of Windsor & Essex County. “This is just another example of how hospice supporters are so willing to go the extra mile to help our patients and families.”

The 34^th Annual Evening for the Hospice Gala takes place Friday, Oct. 4, 2013 at the Giovanni Caboto Club.

Sponsored tickets are available through the Hospice website or by contacting ...

Laura Lemmon

Communications Coordinator

The Hospice of Windsor and Essex County

(519) 974-7100 ext. 2220

llemmon@thehospice.ca

The Hospice supports, educates and empowers people living with or caring for someone with a life-altering diagnosis. Founded in 1979, the Hospice of Windsor and Essex County is the largest community-based palliative care facility in Canada. To date, our innovative programs and services have supported and educated more than 30,000 people.

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