July 16, 2010 (Family Night – Showing E.T.) and July 23, 2010 (Retro Night – Showing Hairspray) VIP parking passes are $10.00 for each movie night, per car load. All event proceeds benefit the Teen Health Centre.

Tickets available at the Inkshop, located in Tecumseh Mall.

Movies begin at dusk, but arrive early to secure your parking spot.
Passes can be purchased at the gate, but space may be limited.
For more information call Lindsay at 519-944-7760 Ext. 105.

Hours: Dusk
Cost: 10.00 per car load
Venue: Tecumseh Mall, Windsor

I still believe both sides are at fault, but I’ve lost mucho respect for *some* of the “protesters”.

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A short entry – AP Photographer Charlie Riedel just filed the following images of seabirds caught in the oil slick on a beach on Louisiana’s East Grand Terre Island. As BP engineers continue their efforts to cap the underwater flow of oil, landfall is becoming more frequent, and the effects more evident. (8 photos total)

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This sounds really cool, comment below if you’re interested in doing it. Registration for the event closes on Monday.

Ambassador Bridge Allows Cyclists to Cross For JUST One Day

Border Cyclists to Meet for “Bike the Bridge” & Area Tour

(Windsor, ON) On June 13, 2010 the Ambassador Bridge will allow a rare occurrence: during a brief window of time, a small group of people will be allowed to cross the bridge on their bicycles for “Bike the Bridge” 2010.

This is the second year for the tour that was started as a way to bring attention to how difficult it is to get across the river between Detroit and Windsor when riding a bicycle. Currently cyclists can only take their bicycles across the border if they are driving it there themselves or taking a taxi (bicycles are not allowed on the Tunnel Bus either).

Few Canadian riders participated in the past due to the logistics of getting their bikes across to participate but this year, riders from Windsor will be allowed to cross the bridge on their bikes to meet up with the Detroit riders before cycling back over the Ambassador Bridge as a group. After the crossing, the group will stop at a Windsor park for a breakfast catered by Tres Be-An Cafe. From there riders get to choose from two adventures: either a long distance ride lead by Todd Scott (director of Detroit Trails), or a tour of Hiram Walker with a presentation by Marty Gervais followed by a sojourn to the riverfront for Carrousel of the Nations.

Sue Moretto, the Michigan-based organizer of the event, is excited to bring everyone together and return to Windsor with her riders, “We had so much fun on the ride last year; the breakfast was delicious and it was a great day.”

Moretto has spent several months working with representatives of the Windsor Bicycling Committee (WBC) to finalize plans on the Windsor side of the border.

“We are delighted that we’ll be part of this effort. Events such as these are commendable as they help promote our important connection of our regions as well as cycling as a healthy transportation alternative,” says Alan Halberstadt, the Windsor city council representative on the WBC.

For $35, Canadian riders get their bridge crossing, breakfast, a commemorative t-shirt and their choice of two cycling tours. Riders must be 16 years and older (18 and older for Hiram Walker tour) and must wear a helmet. Riders must pre-register by May 31, 2010 at http://bikethebridge2010.eventbrite.com/

About the Event

On June 13, 2010, the annual “Bike the Bridge” event will allow cycling enthusiasts to cross the Ambassador Bridge, something that is not allowed except for this event. Participants must pre-register by May 31; the registration fee includes bridge crossing, breakfast, a commemorative t-shirt and their choice of two cycling tours. www.bikethebridge.ca

About the WBC

The Windsor Bicycling Committee strives to enhance the safety and viability of bicycling in the City of Windsor, acting as an advocate for the growth of bicycling as a form of recreation and transportation, and advising Council and City departments on matters relating to bicycling in Windsor. www.cyclewindsor.ca

I know it has been a few days since WindsorEats’ first Tweets, Beats & Eats event on April 29, 2010 and Windsorite has even already made a post about it complete with photos, but, now it’s our turn to do a recap!

The event was a huge success. Tickets almost sold out, the crowd loved the music of DJ Vex and the fantastic burgers by Chef Jay. We all learned it took Motor Burger co-owner Gino 10 weeks to grow his beard and I think we all made new friends in the process as the event truly became an interactive dinner.

To all those who missed it, don’t worry, we’re already planning a second one!

Enjoy this brief video recap from our first Tweets, Beats & Eats:

Don’t hold it against me if I sob like a little girl once it’s over.

MARION, Raymond Lawrence 72 years, on March 21, 2010, at Extendicare Tecumseh surrounded by his family. Cherished father of Nicolette Roy, Joseph & Chantal, Raymond, Marie, and the late Noella (2008). Loved grandfather of Liz & Christine Craig, Joel & Nicole Marion, Anne & Michael Roy. Dear brother of Therese Robitaille and Bernadette Mark. Predeceased by his sister Irma Marion, brothers Francis and Nolin Marion. Sadly missed by many nieces, nephews, family and friends. Ray was a retired employee of Chrysler after many years of service. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, and camping. If you so desire, donations to the Kidney Foundation would be appreciated by the family. Visitation will be held Tuesday 3-5 & 7-9 pm with parish prayers at 7:30 pm at Families First Funeral Home & Tribute Centre (519-969- 5841), 3260 Dougall Ave. On Wednesday, family and friends are invited to meet at St. Anne’s Church, Tecumseh, after 10 am followed by mass of Christian burial at 10:30 am. Interment Heavenly Rest Cemetery. Share memories or make a charitable donation online at FamiliesFirst.ca