The Optimist Club of LaSalle, who organizes free and low cost events for kids in the LaSalle area like a kite day, and breakfast with Santa. Are in need for new members to help keep their events running. They are looking for members of the community and/or parents in the LaSalle area who are interested in some light volunteering to join organization.  If so call 519-250-1980 or visit website http:// avinus.net/optimistclublasalle/ 

 

On May 27th Help D-Feat Breast Cancer, at Brightside Tanning Inc, On The Dark Side Inc, Sunsetters Premier Tanning and Oasis, all participating Tanning Salons and each of their locations. These Tanning Salons are offering 10% off to all clients, and will donate 10% of sales from that day to the Dragon Boats for The Cure.

 

On May 28th Windsor-Essex Children’s Aid Society presents at Massey Secondary School and would like to invite you to attend a Foster/Adoptive Parent information session from 6pm till 8pm.  RSVP to attend or request further information call 519-252-1171. 

 

On May 31st the Canadian Cancer Society is hosting Wipeout Cancer, a fundraiser with all proceeds to Relay for Life. The fundraiser takes place at Windsor Sportsman Club, 2401 Dougall Avenue from 5pm till 8pm, with dinner at six. The dinner includes pasta, salad, roll, coffee and tea. Adults are $15, kids 10 and under are $7 and kids 3 and under are free. Entertainment by Bill’s Beats DJ Service. Door prizes Galore including a chance to win a BBQ, Games, and Cash Bar.

 

On May 31st from 8am till 6pm and June 1st from 8am till 3pm a Garage Sale takes place at 72 Arthur Avenue in Essex, turn left at the Canadian Tire Gas Bar and look for the balloons. Furniture, books, clothing, jewelry and much more.

 

On May 31st come out and support Gary's Gang!! Proceeds to Southshore Cancer Relay for Life. From 4:30pm till 6:30pm at the K of C Hall in Amherstburg, 190 Richmond Street.

 

On May 31st OLOG First Annual Charity Bash takes place at 6pm at the Caboto Club. Pasta dinner at 7pm, live music, silent auction and bake sale. Cost is Adult $30, students $20 and children under 10 are $13. For tickets call 519-990-7604, email ologhome@gmail.com or for more information visit www.ologhome.org.  

 

On May 31st Advocis Windsor is hosting the 37th Annual Poor Boy Luncheon with Tunnel BBQ's Famous Pulled Pork Sandwich with Coleslaw from 11am to 3pm at the Giovani Caboto Club, 2175 Parent Avenue. All proceeds going to Cystic Fibrosis Canada. Help participate in this great cause all while enjoying delicious food and drinks! Admission is $7 in advance or $8 at the door. Call 519-739-7777 for more information and tickets. To volunteer email essexkent@cysticfibrosis.ca

 

On May 31st The Essex County Exchange Club is having a smoked pork BBQ at the Harrow Fair Board Building.  Tickets are $20 per person and $10 kids under 12.  A live auction with Marty Unholzer as auctioneer.  Dinner served from 6:30pm until 8pm with the auction to follow. For tickets call 519-733-2883.

 

On May 31st, OLOG Home for Mothers is hosting a fundraiser at The Caboto Club in Windsor at 6pm to raise money to open a non-profit home in Windsor that supports pregnant women who have no other place to go.  The event features a pasta dinner, silent auction and live music by local artists.  If you would like to attend email ologhome@gmail.com or purchase tickets online at www.olog.ticketbud.com/olog-first-annual-charity-bash. For more information on this Charity go to www.ologhome.org or visit their Facebook Page! They are also accepting donation to our silent auction. 

 

On June 1st an Annual Charity BBQ and Yard Sale for Autism is being held at 8am at 1 William Street in Cottam. 10 year old Taylor Blais started this annual event to show support for her brother Tyler and other affected by Autism. Hot Dogs, Pop, Misc Yard Sale items, Raffle Tickets and Gift Cards available for purchase. Proceeds are donated to ErinoakKids Foundation. This event coincides with Cottam’s Annual Community Yard Sale Event.

 

On June 1st The Rotary Club of Lasalle Centennial and the Sandwich Secondary School Parent Council are hosting a Walk-a-thon, at 12:30pm, at Sandwich Secondary School. The entire student body, LaSalle Centennial Rotary Club Members and friends, as well as teachers walk for approximately 1 hour, then partake in a BBQ afterwards. All of the students are walking and raising funds to support student bursaries and scholarships to benefit Sandwich Secondary School students, as well as supporting local community projects of the LaSalle Centennial Rotary Club.

 

On June 1st and June 2nd the Canadian- Anglo Club and Cystic Fibrosis Canada launches its registration for Human Foosball Tournament. This event launches Windsor’s only human foosball game. Event takes place at the Canadian-Anglo Club, 1221 Lauzon Road at 11am. Teams of 8 are encouraged to come together and play. Registration is $120 per team. For more information call 519-252-2850 or visit www.cysticfibrosis.ca

 

On June 1st from 10am till 6pm, and June 2nd from 10am till 3pm, the Canadian Cancer Society invites you to take a peek at the renovation progress of the famous Low/Martin home, 2021 Ontario Street. Costs are $5 per person, children 10 and under are free. Partial proceeds to benefit the Canadian Cancer Society. For more information call 519-254-5116.

 

On June 2nd an Open House Double Anniversary Celebration for the Dr. S.F.Millen School, 50 years and the Woodslee Friendship Club. 30 years celebration taking place at the Millen Community Centre, 1925 South Middle Road, South Woodslee from 1pm till 4pm. Enjoy memorabilia, photo displays and refreshments.  Everyone welcome to browse and reminisce.

 

On June 2nd at 6:30pm Leamington District Secondary School Concert Band and Choir is having a Two Creeks Summer Concert Series at Two Creeks Conservation Area on Chatham Kent Road 1 just outside town of Wheatley. Admission, Hat is passed for donations.

 

On June 2 from 3pm till 7pm the First Training Broads Dragon Boat Team is being held. All you can eat Pasta Fundraiser at Shooter's Roadhouse, 17 Sandwich North, in Amherstburg. Tickets are $10 each and are available at Shooters or by calling 519-736-7592. Tickets also available at the door. For more information call 519-736-7592 or email chedges@cdpwise.net

 

The Town of LaSalle is looking for volunteers to serve on the LaSalle Strawberry Festival Committee which takes place from June 6th until the 9th. Anyone who is interested should submit their name in writing. For more information call 519-969-7770 ext 235.

 

On June 7th Join the Windsor/Essex County Humane Society for our “Pints for Paws” beer tasting fundraiser at Rock Bottom. Doors open at 6:30pm and the tasting begins at 7pm. You’ll have the opportunity to sample seven (7) beers, have some great appetizers, and support the Windsor/Essex County Humane Society. Only 90 tickets available, so order yours today! For more information, email events@windsorhumane.org Tickets available at the Humane Society or online at http://pintsforpaws-eorg.eventbrite.ca/#

 

On June 3rd the 2nd Annual Brain Injury Association of Windsor and Essex Golf Tournament is being held. Shotgun start at 1pm, fee of $150 per person at Kingsville Golf and Country Club. For more information call 519-981-1329 or email info@biawe.com

 

On June 3rd Texas Scramble Golf Tournament is being held at Kingsville Golf and Country Club starting at 1pm. $150 per person and includes golf, range, lunch, and dinner. For more information visit www.biawe.com

 

On June 9th a fundraiser event to benefit local Cancer patients is being held at Miss Lizzy’s Tea, Roma Club Pavilion at 19 Seacliff Drive in Leamington at 2pm. Doors open at 1:30pm. A traditional afternoon tea complete with elegant hats and fascinators. Tickets available at your Leamington Shoppers Drug Mart. Tickets are $40 each and includes a $20 tax receipt. For more information call 519-326-1955 .

 

On September 14th The Society of Saint Vincent De Paul hosts their 7th Annual Subway Charity Golf Classic held at Rochester Place Golf Club. AM 800 is also proud to support this annual event! Businesses and individuals are invited to participate in sponsorships to help St. Vincent de Paul continue their outreach programs throughout Windsor and Essex County. For more information email Bernie Amlin  at bamlin4@gmail.com