Mayor Hilda MacDonald will host her next Coffee Chat on Saturday, September 21, from 10:30 AM to 11:45 AM at the newly reinvented Leamington Library.

Take this opportunity to check out the modernized library and have a one-on-one conversation with Mayor MacDonald over a cup of coffee in a relaxed and comfortable setting.

If you would like to discuss issues, share ideas, ask questions, or connect in a friendly, casual environment, please stop by.

This event is free to attend and all are welcome.

The Essex-Kent Bluegrass, Oldtime & Folk Music Association Presents Two Top Central Canadian Bluegrass Award Winning Bands. Traditionally Wound & Winterline in Concert at the McGregor Columbian Club, (9560 Walker Road). Saturday November 2 at 7:00 pm. Tickets: $20.00 advance; $25.00 at the door.

Ticket Coordinator: Stan Sullivan, Kingsville - 519-733-2934 stansull@gmail.com

September 21, 7:30pm at the Capitol Theatre. Season Opening Concert: Brahms & Mozart. For tickets & info, http://www.windsorsymphony.com/

Thursday September 19, 6pm at Windsor Yacht Club. For info & tickets, http://www.windsorsymphony.com/

Monday September 16, 6pm at Buffalo Wild Wings. Windsor Symphony Youth Orchestra fundraiser for Montreal trip.

Keep your eyes to the skies, kites will be flying over downtown Essex Centre on Saturday, September 21 as the Town of Essex A.C.T. Committee presents the first Essex Kite Festival.

This free event is the perfect way to wrap up summer. All participants will get a free kite to fly and the opportunity to participate in a variety of activities including contests, games and more.  Free snacks will also be provided.

Essex Kite Fest takes place at Heritage Gardens and the Essex Railway Station in Essex Centre from 11:00am to 2:00pm on Saturday, September 21, weather permitting.

“Kite flying is one of the oldest forms of entertainment, dating back over 3,000 years, and it proves you don’t need a smart phone to have fun. This festival is a great chance to unplug, come together, and enjoy some quality time with friends, family and the wider community,” said Cynthia Cakebread, Manager Recreation and Culture.

For more information, visit the Community Calendar at essex.ca/events or call 519-776-8992.

Eastbound E.C. Row Expressway will be reduced to one lane between Lauzon Road and Banwell Road for shoulder repairs. From 9am to 1pm, Tuesday, September 17 and Wednesday, September 18.

For more information on construction and detours, call 311 or see the City of Windsor Database and Map at citywindsor.ca.