All eyes will be on the skies this September as local birders and nature lovers take in one of North America’s greatest migrations. Holiday Beach Conservation Area is the place to be to take in a grand spectacle: tens of thousands of hawks and raptors flying overhead on their annual […]
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Kingsville Community Food Bank’s Needs for September, 2023
September is here! For many that means back to class — either as students themselves, or as parents sending their kids off to school. It’s a big change for many households this time of year. And that includes additional financial responsibilities. Back-to-school clothes for the kids, school supplies, meals for […]
‘Kingsville Highland Games’ Finds A Permanent Home
The mission of the Canadian Transportation Museum & Heritage Village (CTMHV) is “to preserve the past of Canada’s South for the education and interpretation of present and future generations.” And what could be more representative of Canada South’s history than a celebration of it’s Scottish & Celtic Heritage? Les McDonald, […]
2023 Kingsville Terry Fox Run on Sunday, September 17th
This marks the 43rd anniversary of Terry Fox runs across Canada. Once again, the Kingsville site is virtual with an in-person option of meeting at Lakeside Park (off Cull at the parking lot entrance) at 10:30 am on Sunday, September 17th. Maps and participation certificates with decals will be available. […]
SECC Information Session for Parents Re-Entering Workforce on Sept. 7
The South Essex Community Council will be hosting an information session for parents who are thinking about re-entering the workforce. Are you a mother or father who wants to go back to work? Are you wondering where to start? Or maybe you’ve just had a baby but you’re looking ahead and […]
Southwestern Ontario Gleaners Celebrate 10 Years
The Southwestern Ontario Gleaners recently held an Open House and BBQ to celebrate their 10th Anniversary. Thanks to amazing volunteers and donors, the SWO Gleaners has progressively increased their production and expects to distribute close to 5 million servings of dried soup mix and apple snacks this year alone. Over the […]
Essex Soil and Crop Improvement Association Presents TWILIGHT TOUR
On August 24 at 5:00 P.M., the Essex Soil and Crop Improvement Association (ESCIA) will present its 2023 Twilight Tour. This year’s event will take place at Quinlan Farms, the recipient of the 2022 Essex Conservation Farm Award, located at 1681 Lakeshore Road 203, Lakeshore. Attendees will enjoy a farm […]
Stellantis Gate Collection for Backpacks for Success
Once again, employees at Stellantis stepped up to support local kids! Windsor Assembly Plant employees and United Way volunteers were on hand to collect donations and school supplies for the Backpacks for Success program from the generous Stellantis employees as they entered for their shift. Team members donated enough backpacks […]
John R. Park Homestead to Celebrate Lost Arts Festival August 13
There’s no better way to connect with the past than through the lens of artistry. Visit the John R. Park Homestead to meet a variety of demonstrators at the annual Lost Arts Festival, a unique and family-friendly event to see and experience different forms of crafts and artisanship of years […]
Kingsville Community Food Bank’s Needs for August 2023
It’s August and summer has been moving along. For many people school is coming up and so are extra expenses for books, clothes and a million other things. Just a part of life — unless you don’t have the funds to take care of it all. In those circumstances, sometimes […]