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Welcome to Art in the Park
ART IN THE PARK CLOSED - SUNDAY JUNE 6th
The Rotary Club of Windsor 1918, in cooperation with the City of Windsor have been forced to make the agonizing decision to keep the Art in the Park gates closed on Sunday, June 6th. With the rain continuing most of the night on Saturday, the grounds of Willistead Manor are completely under water. For the safety of our attendees, vendors, exhibitors and volunteers, the call was made early Sunday morning after all options were investigated.
After the record breaking attendance on Saturday of over 13,000 attendees, and our hugely successful Friday night event in the Spirit Tent, the Art in the Park committe - although crushed by the Sunday closure, are thrilled with our 2010 results. Thanks to everyone's hard work and dedication for making Art in the Park 2010 as successful as it was!
OPENING NIGHT - A HUGE SUCCESS
Art in the Park's first ever Friday night entertainment in the Spirit Tent was a huge success! Our kick off event for Art in the Park was attended by just over 600 people. Young and old enjoyed the delicious food selections, and refreshments from our high caliber local vendors. The live entertainment was tremendous, and although mother nature intervened with a dazzling lightning show and downpour prior to our Headliner band, the Sunparlour Players - the show went on! With the main stage rained out, The SunParlour Players improvised by joining the crowd in the tent and setup a makeshift stage. With only 1 amplified guitar they delighted the crowd with a heartfelt, intimate performance.
Art in the Park vendors are open Saturday from 10:00am till 7:00pm, and Sunday from 10:00am till 5:00pm for your shopping enjoyment. Our Spirit Tent is open from 12:00pm till 11:00pm on Saturday and 10:00am till 5:00pm on Sunday with more incredible live music performances, and of course great food, wine and beer!
Make a day of it........ and stay for the evening!! We look forward to seeing you at Art in the Park!
LET US BE YOUR "RIDE" TO ART IN THE PARK - Art in the Park has always provided "Free Park and Ride" bus service from
 both the GM Transmission Plant and Hiram Walker parking lot on Riverside Drive. This year for the benefit of visitors to our city, and our downtown residents, we are offering an additional shuttle on Friday and Saturday evenings from the South Side of Pitt Street behind the Hilton/Radisson Hotels (between the Parking Garage and Bus Terminal). Beginning at 5:00pm the Bus Service will run hourly from this downtown location until 10:00pm for your convenience. ART IN THE PARK EXHIBITOR SPACE IS "SOLD OUT" - Art in the Park volunteers are overjoyed with a record "275" Exhibitors registered, and more vendors hoping for a last minute cancellation, for a chance to showcase their wares at the upcoming weekend event! Read full News Release
This will be the 32nd year that the Rotary Club of Windsor (1918), acting as the agent for the Rotary Club of Windsor Foundation Fund, will be presenting Art in the Park, here in Windsor.
The committee is excited to reveal the new editions to this year's time honoured event!
New Hours for the Spirit Tent for 2010!
 Not only will the successful "Into the Night" Live Music and Wine events continue under the Spirit Tent, but an additional evening has been added. Come join us on Friday, June 4th for an incredible line up of Musical Talent featuring our Headliner Band - Sunparlour Players for your listening enjoyment! Ticket prices for Friday night are available at the Gate for $10.00 each. See full schedule of entertainment.
***SPECIAL PROMO for Friday Night Patrons of the Spirit Tent *** Patrons will be able to purchase 2 Tickets for Art in the Park for $5.00 That's a 50% savings off our standard Saturday and Sunday ticket prices. Offer is valid Friday night at the Spirit Tent for the first 250 tickets sold.  Along with the music, our Spirit Tent will feature delicious menu's from Thai Palace, Ming Wah, Mongolian Grill, and Mezzo. The participating Wineries are Wagner Estates, Sanson Estate Winery, Pelee Island Winery, and Wilson & Smith Winery.  We are also offering Beer in the Spirit Tent this year, featuring Molson's and Sleemans. Ask about our Art in the Park Souvenir "Light up" Mug, available for purchase while supplies last.
 Bring the kids to our childrens "NEW Playsphere Area." This area will allow a safe environment for your children to play and explore. While the main play area is free to children, there will also be "Magnetic Wall Climbing" and "Two Inflatables" for $5.00 per ride.  Breakfast will be offered by the Rotary Club of Essex to the public from 10:00 am to 11:00 am on both Saturday, June 5th and Sunday, June 6th.
The breakfast will include:
Pancakes, sausage, juice or coffee - for $6.00
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Reading with Marty Gervais. Once again, Marty will entertain listeners of all ages on Saturday, June 5th from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm at the Manor House in the Library Room. All are welcome!
Music Express will be presenting their 9th Annual Talent Show on Sunday, June 6th between 10:15am and 12:15am. The talent show is targeted at local elementary school, secondary school and post secondary students and provides a great opportunity for them to share their musical and/or dance talents and compete for fantastic cash prizes. Come cheer on the contestants! Spirit Tent - Hours of Operation
Friday, June 4th - 5:00pm to 11:00pm
Tickets are $10.00 each at the Gate
Saturday, June 5th - 12:00 noon to 11:00pm
Sunday, June 6th - 10:00am to 5:00pm
Advance Tickets for Art in the Park for Saturday and Sunday, June 5th and 6th are available at all Shoppers Drug Marts throughout Windsor, Tecumseh, Essex and Leamington. Advanced tickets can be purchased for a discounted rate of $4 per person. Tickets are sold for $5 at the gates.
Art in the Park is held the first full weekend in June of each year, and is the signature event that launches Windsors festival season. This event is one of Ontario's largest outdoor arts and crafts shows with exhibitors from all over Ontario, Quebec and the state of Michigan. The exhibitors display and retail their wares in booths set up around the 15.5 acres of gated grounds surrounding the beautiful and historic Willistead Mansion in Walkerville (Windsor), Ontario.
This will be the 32nd year that the Rotary Club of Windsor (1918), acting as the agent for the Rotary Club of Windsor Foundation Fund, will be presenting Art in the Park, here in Windsor.
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