DATE: Thursday, September 18, 2025
TIME: 5pm – 9pm
LOCATION: 401 Riverside Dr. W, Windsor, ON
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Accessibility: Accessibility and accommodation requests must be made at least two weeks in advance of the event. Please contact [email protected] for questions.
Join Hackforge for a hands-on workshop where creativity meets electronics! Learn the basics of simple circuits by connecting LEDs, batteries, and conductive materials to design a glowing necklace. Decorate your wooden pendant with markers and stickers, then light up the night with your one-of-a-kind creation! No experience needed, everyone is welcome. Recommended for ages 12+ to complete independently, or bring the whole family and work together!
Explore the visionary world of José Luis Cuevas, a groundbreaking Mexican artist who forged a bold, modern path beyond tradition. Best-known for his striking portraits, Cuevas reimagined the human figure to illuminate deeper truths about identity, society, and the human experience. This guided tour celebrates his creativity, independence, and lasting impact.
Muscle Panic is a high-energy performance on an 11-foot scaffold that blends sport, queerness, and movement to reimagine competition, gender, and play. Through drills, gestures, and improvisations, performers transform athletic expression into a celebration of spirit, collaboration, and new forms of belonging.
Mexican gastronomy, recognized by UNESCO as Intangible Cultural Heritage, is a rich mosaic shaped by the country’s cultural diversity and traditions. In this program, Consul Rodrigo Báez will provide cultural context, while Chef Ricardo Muñoz highlights key ingredients and regional flavors, and Sonia Cortes shares her experience learning traditional recipes in rural Michoacán.
Moderated by Rodrigo Báez
Speakers Ricardo Muñoz and Sonia Valdez
“El Grito” is a reenactment of Mexico’s 1810 call for independence, marked by the ringing of a bell and shouts of “¡Viva México!”—a tradition led in Mexico City by the president and celebrated worldwide by Mexican communities. On September 18, 2025, Consul Rodrigo Báez will lead this civic ceremony at Art Windsor-Essex, followed by Mexico’s National Anthem and a cultural show.
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Born in the town of Suchiapa, Chiapas, Mexico, Román discovered a passion for singing at the age of 15 and began developing his talent through self-taught practice. By age 18, he was already performing live, gaining experience and recognition as a vocalist of traditional Mexican regional music.
In 2020, he emigrated to Canada as an agricultural worker. During his free time, he would sing to entertain fellow workers, quickly capturing the interest and admiration of those around them. This led to performances at local restaurants, where his music was warmly embraced by the community. Since then, Román has continued to bring the vibrant sound of regional Mexican music to new audiences, sharing his culture and voice on different stages in Canada.
Grab your flashlight and join us for an after-hours nature walk. Discover the animals, plants, and landscapes woven into the intricate tapestries of artist Mary Anne Barkhouse. Together, we’ll explore how her artwork connects art and nature in meaningful ways, shining a light on the plants and animals that surround us.
Let’s celebrate! Head up to the third floor to join us for music, food and drinks by Windsor Eats, and good vibes.
