Ford City Alley Mural Project

Mural work is often used in communities to beautify spaces while combating graffiti and vandalism. Murals demonstrate to the viewer that the space is cared for and they communicate that the community has invested itself in the creation of positive spaces for it's residents and visitors.
 
The Ford City Alley Mural Project continues the tradition of mural work in the Ford City neighbourhood and extends it to the most neglected parts of the neighbourhood, it's alleys. Questions or media inquires can be directed to Karlene Nielsen or Stephen Lynn at Ford City Neighbourhood Renewal  519-915-9583 or Ruth Charles at 519-944-6640, through e-mail at fordcityresidents1234@gmail.com
 
We thank our sponsors and thank you for your time.

Announcing the Ford City Sunday Market August 4-September 29 2013

Announcing the Ford City Market - Ford City Market Application

• Every Sunday August 4 - Sept 29 2013   10am-2pm

• 1168 Drouillard Road, free parking in the Gino & Liz Marcus Community Complex parking lot directly across the street.
  

The Ford City Market will feature a variety of products including organic produce, flea market items, artisan wears, live entertainment and fun family friendly arts and heritage activities. Free admission all day. The market is a new initiative of the Ford City Business Improvement Association.

Interested in becoming a vendor? 
Please print and fill out the Ford City Market Application
Please submit completed application with payment
Tuesday-Friday 9:30am-4pm to:
Standard Printing Inc
1076 Drouillard Road
519-974-3500
or
Sunflower Organic Cafe
1659 Drouillard Road
519-915-8898
Questions? Call Jennifer Kimmerly at 519-974-3500 or Patricia Julian at 519-915-8898 or email Patricia thesunflower@cogeco.ca.

Ford City Update

Hello everyone!

All is well in Ford City and we are sorry we have not updated the blog before today.  Here are some quick highlights since January.

Ford City Clean Sweep - April 20th

May Day Parade - May 1st 

Ford City Jane's Walk - May 4th 

Drouillard Park Name Change to Garry Dugal Park & Spraypad and Fireworks - May 18th 

Upcoming Events:

Ford City Market  

• Every Sunday Beginning August 4 from 10AM - 2PM ending September 29th with the Ford City Arts & Heritage Festival

Ford City Funday 

• August 31st, 12PM - 4PM in Garry Dugal Park & Spraypad

2nd Annual Arts & Heritage Festival 

• September 29th, 2013

Winter Wonder Festival

• Tree Lighting Ceremony - December 3rd
• Winter Wonder Party - December 14th 

We will update shortly.  Thank you.

- Ford City Neighbourhood Renewal Staff

Digital Journalism Students Explore Their Ford City "Class Room"

Our 2013 has started off on the right foot.....Marty Gervais, City of Windsor Poet Laureate, photographer, professor, journalist, and publisher of Black Moss Press has arranged, in partnership with the Ford City Neighbourhood Renewal, to host his University of Windsor Digital Journalism class in Ford City. 

The topic of Ford City is one dear to Marty's heart, having spent part of his youth here and many hours with the Border City Boxing Club on Drouillard for his work called Show of Hands: Boxing on the Border(2004). 

The Digital Journalism students will be working once a week from the Atelier Virginianne at 1078 Drouillard. The Atelier is an artist workshop studio and gallery space. 
 
Virginanne, owner and artist said that "some shuffling of the sets that are being worked on by Walkerville Collegiate had to be done, but the workspace here is so versatile, they will fit right in. Using the space as a classroom is a first for the Atelier. I certainly look forward to the work the students will produce during their time here." 

The students will be creating news pieces on various Ford City topics using video, photography, blogging, and hope to create a mini documentary of the overall process. The culmination of their work will be on display at the We Are Ford City event in April later this year. 

We want to welcome theses talented students to the neighbourhood

(Photos below are were taken at Standard Printing at 1076 Drouillard, thank you to Standard for allowing us in at the last minute for a tour.) http://www.standardprintinginc.com/

 

-Karlene Nielsen, Community Coordinator, FCNR Jan 17, 2013

Annual Ford City Tree Lighting December 11, 2012

Join Your Neighbours for the 

3rd Annual Ford City Tree Lighting!

Where: 1168 Drouillard Road, 
Gino & Liz Marcus Community Centre

When: Tuesday December 11, 2012 6pm-8pm

What: Please join the Ford City Residents in Action and Ward 5 Councillor Ed Sleiman for the 3rd Annual Tree Lighting & Hot Chocolate Social. Sing carols, have a Christmas treat (or 4) and sip some hot chocolate!

This event is free and open to everyone! 

Ford City Welcomes Artist Corey Boon November 10th

"We Are" Ford City Film to Premiere February 2013

The count down to the premiere of We Are is on........

The Ford City Redevelopment Committee, BIA and Residents in Action are proud to announce that the film We Are will be premiered in February 2013 at an event hosted in the Ford City area.

The film, shot over the Spring of 2012 in the Ford City area, captures the vibrancy and community spirit that endures in this historic neighbourhood. Local filmmakers Tim Swaddling and Jarrod Ferris partnered with Matt Kraus and the Ford City Neighbourhood Renewal to highlight the uplifting transformation Ford City is experiencing. Their filmmaking mission took them deep into the heart of the community where they captured moments of joy, pride and everyday life in Ford City.

The film was made possible by a small grant from the University of Windsor's Social Work Student Association. The film crew, Tim, Jarrod and Matt put in many volunteer hours to ensure the final product was polished and would be a point of pride for residents and community members.

The premiere event will feature a live performance by an impressive, internationally known, local talent! Please stay tuned for more information including where you can buy your tickets.

Thank you for your interest, hope to see you in Ford City soon!