Local Events
Browse upcoming local community events geared toward seniors of Windsor-Essex. Want to advertise your event with us? Please contact us so that we can add it to our list!
POWERFUL TOOLS FOR CAREGIVERS
Wednesdays from July 14 – August 18, 2021
9:30am – 11:00am
This workshop helps caregivers take better care of themselves while caring for a friend or family member.
YOU ARE A CAREGIVER IF:
You provide care for a family member or friend in their home, your home or from a distance
Attend appointments with another person
Assist with grocery shopping, laundry and other household chores
Accompany others on social outings and activities
Our workshop series is FREE to attend and all registrants receive a FREE copy of The Caregiver Help book to keep as a resource guide.
Registration is required using the following link: https://ptc_july14.eventbrite.ca
Ouellette Car Cruise
6:00pm-11:00pm
370 Riverside Dr. E.Windsor, ON N9A 1P2 Canada
Rev your engines — vintage and classic cars will be rolling down Ouellette Avenue and Riverside Drive on Friday, August 13, 2021. New for 2021, the sixth annual Ouellette Car Cruise will move both ways on Ouellette Avenue and Riverside Drive, providing even more viewing opportunities for passersby.
Ladies Tea & Mini Quilt Show
11:00am - 4:00pm
3340 Sandwich St, Windsor, ON N9C 1B1, Canada
You're Invited to A Ladies Tea & Mini Quilt Show. Door Prizes & Raffle. Tickets are $15.00 each.
Launching "These Crazy Times" quilting workshop series starting August 18th
WIFF UNDER THE STARS
370 Riverside Dr. E.
Windsor, ON N9A 1P2 Canada
WIFF Under the Stars will be returning to Windsor’s waterfront this summer, a ‘drive-in style’ community event that will run from Saturday, August 20 to Saturday, September 11, 2021 at Festival Plaza in downtown Windsor.
There will be something for everyone – including family matinees and evening double-features – so pack the car and join us for the event of the summer!
THIRTY SIX X FORTY EIGHT ART SHOW AND ZOOM RECEPTION
7:00pm-10:00pm
4755 Wyandotte St E
Windsor, ON N8Y 1H8 Canada
Nancy Johns Gallery and Framing’s 14th Annual Size Show will be on display from August 3 – 31. Each piece is 36″ x 48″ and is created by a different local artist from Windsor Essex – it’s truly a spectacular show! Head over to nancyjohns.com and book an appointment to see the show in person (up to 8 people). For those who can’t attend, the virtual gallery on the website will have all artwork available for purchase during the month of August. Join the Zoom Reception on Saturday August 28 from 7 – 10pm to view the local artistic talent and socialize with the artists!
Advance Care Planning
Every Tuesday from 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM
Available through the Virtual Community Centre: https://virtualcommunitycentre.ca/
Available through the Virtual Community Centre: https://virtualcommunitycentre.ca/
Register for free to access online programs and join discussions with other members in your community
Are your loved ones aware of your future healthcare wishes? It is difficult to have these conversations with your family or friends, but they prove to be helpful in a time of need. Each session we will cover education on Advance Care Planning as well as how to have this conversation.
Caregiving for Serious Illness and End-of-Life Program
Every Monday from 12:00pm – 12:45pm
Available through the Virtual Community Centre: https://virtualcommunitycentre.ca/
Register for free to access online programs and join discussions with other members in your community
You might be new to caregiving, or you might be well along your journey. Regardless of the unique circumstances of your situation, we do know that all caregiving can be incredibly rewarding, and it can be incredibly isolating and stressful too. This 10-week series is meant to assist you in finding the support you need. Each session will focus on different topics.