On Saturday, November 24th and Sunday, November 25th, the popular and beloved River Lights Holiday House Tours is making a return this holiday season. Tickets are now available for purchase!

The self-guided tour, which features some of Amherstburg’s most spectacular private homes, allows the public to view these spaces decked out for the holidays. There are eight homes featured this year, as well as a stop at Vivace Estate Winery, which is hosting the Christmas Tree Dress Exhibit, as well as providing complimentary tea, treats and wine tasting. Tours run from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. each day.

Tickets, which are priced at $25 per person, are available at the Gordon House, Sobeys Amherstburg, Dusty Loft Antiques and Collectibles, Country Bliss and Windsor Crossing Premium Outlets. They can also be purchased online at www.amherstburg.ca/riverlights

Tickets sell out fast for this one!

For more information, visit www.amherstburg.ca/riverlights or facebook.com/amherstburgconnection, or phone 519-730-1309.

The Town of Essex officially launched its 2018 Volunteer Firefighter Recruitment Campaign during Fire Prevention Week.

“With Fire Prevention top of mind this time of year, we thought there would be no better time to let people know we’re hiring,” said Essex Fire and Rescue Chief Rick Arnel. “While we are fortunate to have dedicated teams of volunteer firefighters at all three stations, we’re looking to fill a few open positions.”

The campaign aims to educate and engage potential firefighters with all they need to know about the work.

“Becoming a volunteer firefighter is a great chance to serve and help protect your community. It’s also an opportunity to get advanced training, learn new skills and work with high tech equipment,” Arnel added.

The campaign will include printed posters, social media, and video promotions throughout the Town of Essex and its social media accounts.

“This campaign will be all about telling the story of what it’s like to be a volunteer firefighter with Essex Fire and Rescue,” said Manager, Communications, Alex Denonville. “Our posters and social media campaigns feature our firefighters and residents will be able to hear directly from them on what it’s like to serve their community.”

Those interested in learning more about becoming a volunteer firefighter can visit [www.essex.ca/FireRecruits]www.essex.ca/FireRecruits, which includes resources on the training process and an online application form.

Essex Fire and Rescue will also host two Firefighter Recruitment Open Houses for those interested in learning more.

Tuesday, October 23, 6:30 to 8pm
Shaheen Room, Essex Centre Sports Complex 
60 Fairview Avenue W, Essex Centre

Wednesday, October 24 6:30 to 8pm
Community Room, Harrow and Colchester South Community Centre
243 McAffee Street, Harrow Centre

November 6, 6pm at Serbian Centre, 6770 Tecumseh Rd. E. $50. Full service dinner, show, swag bags, door prizes! Fundraiser to benefit the Queens Daughter "Cause" (Helping sexual assault victims with counselling and advocacy). For tickets & info call Melissa, 519-251-0750 or visit Linda's Fashions, 2492 Dougall Ave. 

MEDIA CITY FILM FESTIVAL’S 23RD ANNUAL EDITION: NOVEMBER 7 – 10

To learn more about Media City, visit our WEBSITE: http://mediacityfilmfestival.com 

Media City Film Festival is celebrating its 23rd edition this November and will feature films, performances and events by artists from Thailand, Austria, France, Colombia, Portugal, Germany, Iran, Brazil, Mexico, USA, Canada, and around the world.   

Media City Film Festival is an international event dedicated to the presentation of artists’ film, presented in Windsor, Ontario and Detroit, Michigan. It’s the only film festival in the world that takes place on both sides of an international border. This is the perfect opportunity for students, community members and those interested in arts in culture in Windsor–Detroit to get involved, meet new friends and filmmakers, and participate in a wonderfully unique event. 

If you or someone you know is interested, please sign up today! 
***All Media City volunteers receive a full-access festival pass and other perks***

To learn more about becoming a Media City volunteer please join our Facebook pages and attend one of the following scheduled meetings:
Media City Facebook page: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Media-City-Film-Festival/162325863828473
Media City Volunteer page: https://www.facebook.com/MediaCityVolunteers

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MONDAY, October 22 @ 7:00 PM @ PHOG LOUNGE (157 UNIVERSITY AVE. WEST)
MONDAY, October 29 @ 7:00 PM @ PHOG LOUNGE (157 UNIVERSITY AVE. WEST) 
MONDAY, November 05 @ 7:00 PM @ PHOG LOUNGE (157 UNIVERSITY AVE. WEST) 

To sign up, please send an email to Media City Volunteer Coordinator: media.city.volunteers@gmail.com

Spread the word! Send this out to friends and colleagues! Join the 23rd celebration! Media City needs assistance in the following areas: 

• Billets / Artist Hosts
• Drivers / Guest airport pick-up
• Ticket & Merchandise tables
• Hospitality & venue set-up
• Tech instalment & load out
• Catalogue & poster distribution
• Documentation and promotion 

If you are unable to volunteer this year, we hope you will attend some of the excellent screenings and events with guest artists in attendance from around the world. Full schedule coming very soon.