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Year 2013

Main Campus Events
Event: Motivational Speaker - Session 27
Date Time Description Details
Wed. May 15th 11:30am - 1:15pm
  • At the Grand Hall
  • Keynote Speaker:
    Speaker Gail Barker
    (Intentional Impact)
To reserve your ticket, please call 519-858-1414 ext. 430
 Yes
Event: The Ultimate Friday Tribute Night (To Jimmy Buffet)
Date Time Description Details
Fri. Apr. 26th Door opens at 7pm Don't miss this energetic and fun show!
To reserve your ticket, please call 519-858-1414 ext. 430
 Yes
Event: Motivational Speaker - Session 26
Date Time Description Details
Wed. Apr. 17th 11:30am - 1:15pm
  • At the Grand Hall
  • Keynote Speaker:
    Laurie Hawkins
    (Ignite Your Sales Potential: Create a differentiated customer experience)
To reserve your ticket, please call 519-858-1414 ext. 430
 Yes
Event: BOGO Fridays
Date Time Description Details
Fridays in March N/A BOGO Fridays - buy one and get one free! Another reason to celebrate Fridays at Western! Buy any 591ml sparkling beverage and get the second one free. Offer also applies to 473ml Fanta.  Yes
Event: Easter Brunch @ Windermere Manor
Date Time Description Details
Sun. Mar. 31st 11am - 2pm Another exceptional brunch feature that you just won't want to miss!  Yes
Event: Motivational Speaker - Session 25
Date Time Description Details
Wed. Mar. 20th 11:30am - 1:15pm
  • At the Grand Hall
  • Keynote Speaker:
    Courtney Hance
    Leveraging Your Most Powerful Asset
To reserve your ticket, please call 519-858-1414 ext. 430
 Yes
Event:The Windermere Jazz Series
Date Time Description Details
Fri. Mar. 15th Door opens: 6pm
Dinner: 6:30pm
Entertainment: 7pm
The Windermere Jazz Series, An evening with Ron Davis at The Grand Hall.
Reservations required. 519.858.1414 x430
Windermere Manor Website
 Yes
Event: Founder's Day Lunch @ Michael's
Date Time Description Details
Thurs. Mar. 7th 11:30am - 2pm Come celebrate Founder's Day with us in Michael's Dining Room. We're featuring a special menu! Reservation recommended: www.has.uwo.ca/hospitality/michaels  Yes
Event: Live Music at Windermere Cafe
Date Time Description Details
Every Friday 5pm - 9pm Bill Savage, Murray Snelgrove, Justin Plet, Jason Mercer. Windermere Manor Website  Yes
Event: Motivational Speaker - Session 24
Date Time Description Details
Wed. Feb. 13th, 2013 11:30am - 1:15pm
  • At the Grand Hall
  • Keynote Speaker:
    Darda Sales
    It's all in the Bounce
To reserve your ticket, please call 519-858-1414 ext. 430
 Yes
Event: Motivational Speaker - Session 23
Date Time Description Details
Wed. Jan. 16th, 2013 11:30am - 1:15pm
  • At the Grand Hall
  • Keynote Speaker:
    Melissa Martin
    Fresh Start: Imagine The Possibilities
To reserve your ticket, please call 519-858-1414 ext. 430
 Yes
 

Residence Dining Events
Event: Penny Update
Date Time Description Details
N/A N/A Penny Update - what to expect in Hospitality Services Yes
Event: Meatless Monday
Date Time Description Details
N/A N/A Going meatless once a week may help reduce your risk of chronic preventable conditions... Yes
Event: Residence Dining Easter Dinner
Date Time Description Details
Wed. Mar. 27th 4:15pm-7:30pm Celebrate Easter a little early with Rez Dining! Available in all Rez Dining locations! Yes
Event: Student Appreciation Week
Date Time Description Details
Mar. 18th - 22nd N/A Events throughout the week. Surf & Turf Night on Wednesday, March 20th. Yes
Event: Nutrition Month
Date Time Description Details
March N/A March is Nutrition Month. Join the fun! It's your move - best food forward! Yes
Event: Founder's Day Dinner Feature
Date Time Description Details
Thur. Mar. 7th 4:15pm-7:30pm Come celebrate Western's 135th birthday with Residence Dining. Yes
Event: Cheese Bar
Date Time Description Details
Wed. Feb. 27th N/A I love Ontario Cheese - local artisan cheese bar! Available in all Rez Dining locations! Delaware, Elgin, Perth, Saugeen & Sydenham Yes
Event: Valentine's Dinner
Date Time Description Details
Thur. Feb. 14th 4:15 pm - 7:30 pm Available in all Rez Dining locations! Delaware, Elgin, Perth, Saugeen & Sydenham Yes





Year 2012

Main Campus Events
Event: Windermere Manor's Festive Events
Date Time Description Details
Dec. 2, 2012 to Jan. 1, 2013 N/A Five great ways to celebrate the holidays at Windermere Manor! Reservations required. www.windermeremanor.com/  Yes
Event: Centre Spot Festive Feast
Date Time Description Details
Dec. 3rd to
Dec. 5th
Lunch:
11:30am - 2:30pm
Dinner:
4:30pm - 6:30pm
Delicious carved roast turkey, served with stuffing, gravy and cranberry sauce and more…. $9.99 plus tax  Yes
Event: Michael's Festive Buffet
Date Time Description Details
Dec. 5th to
Dec. 21st
(Mon. to Fri.)
11:30am - 2pm Enjoy carved roast turkey with all the trimmings! Don't be disappointed... book early!
Reservation recommended: www.has.uwo.ca/hospitality/michaels
 Yes
Event: Hospitality Services gift card
Date Time Description Details
N/A N/A The Hospitality Services gift card is the PERFECT Holiday Gift Idea... for everyone @ Western Redeemable at:
  • All Campus Eateries
  • All Residence Dining locations
  • Michael's Dining Room (Somerville House)
Add any value & top up anytime.
 Yes
Event: Treats in the basket winners (Campus)
Date Time Description Details
N/A N/A Treats in the basket winners  Yes
Event: Pasta Lunch Buffet at Windermere's Café
Date Time Description Details
Mon. to Fri. 11:30am - 2pm Discover the Pasta-bilities!  Yes
Event: Motivational Speaker - Session 22
Date Time Description Details
Wed. Nov. 14th 11:30am - 1:15pm
  • At the Grand Hall
  • Keynote Speaker:
    Janet Christensen
    Creating Results: Harnessing Intention, Attention and Action
To reserve your ticket, please call 519-858-1414 ext. 430
 Yes
Event: Beach Volleyball in November - FUNdraising in Support of The United Way
Date Time Description Details
Sat. Nov. 10th Registration:
9:30 am
Start: 10 am
Fun, Co-Ed Recreational Tournament - No experience required! Open to the Western Community - Students, Staff & Faculty, and Family & Friends. Registration and payment deadline is Wed. Nov. 7th.

For more information and registrations, please visit our Beach Volleyball in November website.
 Yes
Event: Motivational Speaker - Session 21
Date Time Description Details
Wed. Oct. 24th 11:30am - 1:15pm
  • At the Grand Hall
  • Keynote Speaker:
    Diane Gordon
    Founder of Etiquette Essentials
To reserve your ticket, please call 519-858-1414 ext. 430
 Yes
Event: The Ultimate FRIDAY Tribute Night to The 70's
Date Time Description Details
Fri. Oct. 26th Door Open
at 7 pm
Back by popular demand... Mike Fagan & The 70's Revival.
  • At the Grand Hall
  • Door Open - 7 pm
  • Dinner Buffet - 7:30 pm
  • Tribute Band - 9 pm
To reserve your ticket, please call 519-858-1414 ext. 430
 Yes
Event: Coffee Day for United Way
Date Time Description Details
Thur. Oct. 18th Business hours 25 cents from every large or extra large coffee sold in all Campus Eateries goes to The United Way!  Yes
Event: Farmers' Market
Date Time Description Details
Tuesdays - for
the fall season
(starting Sept. 18th)
11 am - 2 pm Oxford @ Elgin (beside McIntosh Gallery, across from Social Sciences)  Yes
Event: Motivational Speaker - Session 20
Date Time Description Details
Wed. Sept. 19th 11:30am - 1:15pm
  • At the Grand Hall
  • Keynote Speaker:
    Sue Jacobs
    Image and Wardrobe Consultant
To reserve your ticket, please call 519-858-1414 ext. 430
 Yes
Event: Western Bed & Breakfast
Date Time Description Details
May 7th
to
Aug. 18th
N/A Conveniently located in Elgin Hall, on University Drive off Richmond St. North, competitive rates. Open May 7th - August 18th, 2012.

Tel: 519-661-3476
Toll Free: 1-888-661-3545
Email: stayatwestern@uwo.ca
www.stayatwestern.ca
 Yes
Event: Hospitality Services Annual Job Fair
Date Time Description Details
Wed. August 8th 9 am - 11:30 am
& 12 noon - 3 pm
Hospitality Services is hosting our 12th Annual Job Fair in the Room 100, London Hall. Part-time employment Opportunities for September with Hospitality Services.
Apply online!
Yes
Event: Campus Meal Plan Faculty & Staff Special Offer
Date Time Description Details
Jun. 11 to 22nd N/A Top Up Online (with $50 or more) & receive your 3 FREE Coffee Card PLUS SAVE 5% on ALL your food purchases!  Yes
Event: Motivational Speaker - Session 19
Date Time Description Details
Wed. Jun. 20th 11:30am-1:15pm
  • At the Grand Hall
  • Keynote Speaker:
    Patricia Kennedy
  • Freedom to Choose and the Freedom to Change
To reserve your ticket, please call 519-858-1414 ext. 430
 Yes
Event: Enjoy Father's Day Brunch at The Windermere Manor
Date Time Description Details
Sun. June 17th 11 am - 2 pm View our Father's Day Brunch menu by clicking on Yes under "Details".
Reservations required.
 Yes
Event: MS Bike Tour BBQ - FUNdraising BBQ
Date Time Description Details
Thur. June 7th 11:30 am - 1 pm TEAM Western will host a FUNdraising BBQ on Thursday, June 7th, from 11:30 am - 1 pm, on the UCC Concrete Beach. Come out and enjoy a burger and support a great cause!  Yes
Event: Windermere Manor Breakfast Speakers Series 2
Date Time Description Details
Wed. Jun. 6th 7:30am-9:30am
  • At the Grand Hall
  • Keynote Speaker:
    Adam Malamis
  • The Mobile Landscape - exploring the world of mobile marketing
To reserve your ticket, please call 519-858-1414 ext. 430
 Yes
Event: NEW GHC Feature Sandwich
Date Time Description Details
N/A N/A Great Hall Catering introduces a delicious new Feature Sandwich. Order yours under the E-Lunch program.  Yes
Event: Hospitality Services STEP Challenge
Date Time Description Details
Starting Feb. 13 All day If you are a Hospitality Services staff, then join us for the STEP challenge - one of Hospitality Services Initiatives for Healthy Life Style!  Yes
Event: Almost-All-Day Breakfast
Date Time Description Details
Monday to
Thursday
8am - 2pm Delicious breakfast wraps now available @ Encounters, Social Science!  Yes
Event: Motivational Speaker - Session 18
Date Time Description Details
Wed. May. 23rd 11:30am-1:15pm
  • At the Grand Hall
  • Keynote Speaker:
    Pauline Duncan - Thrasher
  • Amazingly You!
To reserve your ticket, please call 519-858-1414 ext. 430
 Yes
Event: Enjoy Mother's Day Brunch at The Windermere Manor
Date Time Description Details
Sun. May 13th 11 am - 2 pm Live music, craft & movies for children. The Grand Hall.
Reservations required.
 Yes
Event: Motivational Speaker - Session 17
Date Time Description Details
Thur. Apr. 19th 11:30am-1:15pm
  • At the Grand Hall
  • Keynote Speaker:
    Bethany Butzer, Ph.D.
  • From Stressed To Success:
    Five Tips To Create A Life You Love
To reserve your ticket, please call 519-858-1414 ext. 430
 Yes
Event: The ultimate Friday tribute night to Bob Seger
Date Time Description Details
Fri. Apr. 13th Door opens at 7pm Dinner buffet and Show at The Grand Hall. Reservation required www.windermeremanor.com  Yes
Event: Celebrate Easter Weekend at The Windermere Manor
Date Time Description Details
Fri. to Sun.
Apr. 6th - 8th
Sun. Apr. 8th
5 pm - 9 pm
11 am - 2 pm
Easter Weekend Dinner Feature
- Windermere's Café
Easter Sunday Brunch
- The Grand Hall
Reservations required.
 Yes
Event: Customer Appreciation Week
Date Time Description Details
Mar. 5th - 9th N/A Congrats to our winners! Campus Eateries celebrate Customer Appreciation Week - a celebration and a thank you to the Western community for your continued patronage & support. Daily draws... 20 chances, per day, to WIN $100 Campus Meal Plan!  Yes
Event: Motivational Speaker - Session 16
Date Time Description Details
Wed. Mar. 21st 11:30am - 1:15pm
  • At the Grand Hall
  • Keynote Speaker: Marc Lacoursiere
  • How to connect in business, in 90 seconds or less
To reserve your ticket, please call 519-858-1414 ext. 430
 Yes
Event: Breast Show in Town
Date Time Description Details
Fri. Mar. 30th &
Sat. Mar. 31st
N/A Friday night… pajama party in the Grand Hall, Saturday… seminars, demos, shopping, food & fun! Grab your jammies and best gal pals, and treat yourself to a sleepover at The Windermere Manor. To buy tickets, visit www.breastshowintown.com  Yes
Event: STUDENT Job Fair
Date Time Description Details
Wed. Mar. 14th 10 am - 2 pm Hospitality Services is hosting a STUDENT Job Fair. All applicants will receive an interview; resumes and references are required. Check out our employment page  Yes
Event: The ultimate Friday tribute night to The Police
Date Time Description Details
Fri. Mar. 9th 7pm-9pm Dinner buffet and Show at The Grand Hall. Reservation required www.windermeremanor.com  Yes
Event: Founder's Day Lunch @ Michael's
Date Time Description Details
Wed. Mar. 7th 11.30am-2pm Come celebrate Founder's Day with us in Michael's Dining Room. We're featuring a special menu and some other surprises too! Reservation recommended: www.has.uwo.ca/hospitality/michaels  Yes
Event: Windermere Manor - PASTA Dinner Buffet
Date Time Description Details
Mon. to Fri. 5pm - 9pm Soup, Bread Station, Salad, Create-Your-Own Pasta Buffet from fresh local ingredients $12.99. Reservations recommended: 519-858-5866.  Yes
Event: Motivational Speaker - Session 15
Date Time Description Details
Wed. Feb. 22nd 11:30am - 1:15pm
  • At the Grand Hall
  • Keynote Speaker: John Travis
  • Mobilizing Emotion: The Marketing Secret You Never Learned in the Bus 101
To reserve your ticket, please call 519-858-1414 ext. 430
 Yes
Event: Name our WSRC eatery & Score BIG
Date Time Description Details
until Feb. 20th N/A Submit your name suggestion by visiting us in person to fill out a ballot at our WSRC eatery, or online at: www.has.uwo.ca/hospitality/contestWSRC/  Yes
Event: Valentine's Day Dinner & Sunday brunch Feature - Windermere
Date Time Description Details
Dinner:
Fri. Feb. 10th to
Tue. Feb. 14th

Brunch:
Sun. Feb. 12th
Dinner:
5pm - 10pm


Brunch:
10am - 2pm
Windermere's Love of 2012 - Dinners and Sunday brunch. Reservations required: www.windermeremanor.com  Yes
Event: The Ultimate Friday Tribute Night to Elton John
Date Time Description Details
Fri. Feb. 10th 7pm - 9pm A great show full of energy and fun! The musical repertoire is stunning, featuring songs from over 3 decades of memorable hits - so you are sure to hear all your favories! Reservations required - www.windermeremanor.com  Yes
Event: The Manor & The Music
Date Time Description Details
Feb. 3rd to
Feb. 12th
N/A Dinner, opera & overnight package, Sunday brunch, opera & overnight package, Dinner or Sunday brunch & opera package. Reservations required: www.windermeremanor.com  Yes
Event: Windermere Manor - Londonlicious
Date Time Description Details
Jan. 20th to
Feb. 5th
N/A Londonlicious at Windermere Manor. To reserve call 519-858-5866 or visit website www.windermeremanor.com  Yes
Event: Motivational Speaker - Session 14
Date Time Description Details
Wed. Jan. 25th 11:30am - 1:15pm
  • At the Grand Hall
  • Keynote Speaker: Jeremy Tracey
  • Learning to Soar
To reserve your ticket, please call 519-858-1414 ext. 430
 Yes
Event: The Ultimate Friday Tribute Night to Michael Bublé
Date Time Description Details
Fri. Jan. 20th 7pm - 9pm Featuring Hollywood, an incredible 8-piece band including strong horn section. Enjoy the hits of Michael Bublé & other Rat Pack classics! Reservations required - www.windermeremanor.com  Yes


Residence Dining Events
Event: A Taste of the Holidays at Residence Dining
Date Time Description Details
Tue. Dec. 4th - Wed. Dec. 5th 4:15 pm - 7:30 pm Tuesday, December 4th
4:15 - 7:30
@ Delaware, Perth & Saugeen Dining Halls

Wednesday, December 5th
4:15 - 7:30
@ Elgin, Essex & Sydenham Dining Halls
Yes
Event: Magical Mountain of Toys - Toy Drive
Date Time Description Details
until Wed. Dec. 19th N/A Help Santa's Hospitality Services Elves put smiles on children's faces this Holiday Season! Put a smile on a child's face this Holiday Season. Donate an unwrapped toy at any Hospitality Services location. Yes
Event: Treats in the basket winners (Residences)
Date Time Description Details
N/A N/A Treats in the basket winners Yes
Event: The Sweetest Event EVER!
Date Time Description Details
Wed. Nov. 14th 4:15 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Crazed and Confused Cupcakes... decorate your cupcake and fill out a ballot for a chance to WIN $20 on your Residence Meal Plan. Available in all Rez Dining operations. Yes
Event: Farmers' Market
Date Time Description Details
Tuesdays - for
the fall season
(starting Sept. 18th)
11 am - 2 pm Oxford @ Elgin (beside McIntosh Gallery, across from Social Sciences) Yes
Event: A celebration of Diwali... the Festival of Lights
Date Time Description Details
Tues. Nov. 13th 4:15 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Available at Delaware, Essex and Saugeen Yes
Event: HALLOW-EATIN' Dinner Feature
Date Time Description Details
Wed. Oct. 31st 4:15pm - 7:30pm A night of SPOOK-tacular food & FRIGHTENING fun! Available in all main campus RESIDENCE operations. Yes
Event: Thanksgiving Dinner Feature
Date Time Description Details
Wed. Oct. 3rd 4:15 pm - 7:30 pm Available in all Rez Dining locations! Yes
Event: Apple Week
Date Time Description Details
Oct. 1st to 5th N/A Residence Dining celebrates the Apple ALL WEEK! Available in all Rez Dining locations! Yes
Event: "Take Care" Health Fair 2012
Date/Time Description Details
Saugeen-Maitland Hall (Main Lounge)
Monday, September 24th
5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Perth Hall (Pessexdon) (Fireside Lounge & Dining Hall)
Tuesday, September 25th
5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Delaware Hall (Dining Hall)
Wednesday, September 26th
5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Med-Syd Hall (UDR) (Dining Hall)
Thursday, September 27th
5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
The Take Care Fair aims to introduce students to health and wellness resources available here on campus, highlight the importance of taking care of oneself, and to provide further education in the area of health and wellness. No
Event: Celebrate Food... From Field to Fork
Date Time Description Details
Wed. Sept. 19th 4:15 pm - 7:30 pm Celebrate Food... From Field to Fork. Available in all Rez Dining locations! Yes
Event: Western Bed & Breakfast
Date Time Description Details
May 7th
to
Aug. 18th
N/A Conveniently located in Elgin Hall, on University Drive off Richmond St. North, competitive rates. Open May 7th - August 18th, 2012.

Tel: 519-661-3476
Toll Free: 1-888-661-3545
Email: stayatwestern@uwo.ca
www.stayatwestern.ca
Yes
Event: Maple Syrup Week
Date Time Description Details
Mon. Apr. 9th
to
Fri.. Apr. 13th
4:15pm-7:30pm Residence Dining celebrates Maple Syrup all week... Available in all Rez Dining locations! Yes
Event: Residence Dining Easter Dinner
Date Time Description Details
Wed. Apr. 4th 4:15pm-7:30pm Celebrate Easter a little early with Rez Dining! Available in all Rez Dining locations! Yes
Event: Nutrition Month
Date Time Description Details
March N/A March is Nutrition Month. Join the fun! Yes
Event: St. Patty's Day Dinner Feature
Date Time Description Details
Sat. Mar. 17th 4:15pm-7:30pm Featured in all main camps Residence operations.... Yes
Event: Founder's Day dinner feature
Date Time Description Details
Wed. Mar. 7th 4:15pm-7:30pm Come celebrate Western's 134th birthday with Residence Dining. Yes
Event: Valentine's Day Dinner Feature - Residence Dining
Date Time Description Details
Tue. Feb. 14th 4:15pm - 7:30pm Available in all main campus residence operations. Yes
Event: Celebrate Blueberry
Date Time Description Details
Feb. 6th to
Feb. 11th
N/A Residence Dining celebrates the Blueberry all week... Yes
Event: Out of Africa dinner feature
Date Time Description Details
Wed. Feb. 8th 4:15pm - 7:30pm Available in all main campus residence operations. Yes
Event: Chinese New Year Feature Dinner
Date Time Description Details
Mon. Jan. 23rd 4:15pm - 7:30pm Available inall main campus residence operations. Yes
Event: Residence Dining Carnival
Date Time Description Details
Wed. Jan. 18th 4:15pm - 7:30pm Available inall main campus residence operations. Yes









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