Drama, comedy, Canadian history, and a touching love story are all wrapped up in the University Players’ production of Queen Milli of Galt, running November 25 through December 4 in the Essex Hall Theatre.

In a charming and warm romantic drama-comedy inspired by real events, playwright Gary Kirkham delivers a touching and funny story proving that some loves last forever.

After the death of the Duke of Windsor (formerly King Edward VIII) in 1972, an 80 year-old woman from Galt — now part of the city of Cambridge, Ontario — had her tombstone engraved, naming herself as his wife. The tale begins when the handsome prince visits Canada in the autumn of 1919 and meets the feisty and irresistible young Milli.

Queen Milli of Galt is the winner of the 2004 Samuel French Canadian Playwriting Contest. Kirkham will attend the opening night performance in Essex Hall.

Wednesday through Saturday performances are at 8 p.m. Saturday and Sunday matinees are at 2 p.m. On Sunday, November 27, a free “Talk Back” discussion with the actors will follow the performance.

Tickets can be ordered online at www.UniversityPlayers.com or by calling 519-253-3000, ext. 2808.

Canada volunteers and their friendly, certified dogs are coming to the University of Windsor campus next week.

They are looking forward to meeting students in Salon A of the CAW Student Centre’s Ambassador Auditorium from noon to 1:30 p.m. on Monday, November 28, and Thursday, December 1.

The event is organized by the University of Windsor’s Senate student caucus, the Peer Support Centre and the Windsor Chapter of Therapeutic Paws of Canada, and sponsored by the University of Windsor Students’ Alliance and Campus Parking Services.

Some of the vendors from the campus farmers’ markets will return to the CAW Student Centre this week with a new trial draw — a live cooking demonstration with a chance to sample the results.

“The point of the demonstration is to teach students time-efficient, budget-friendly meals that feature five ingredients and take less than 30 minutes to prepare,” says Sandra Riccio-Muglia, director of events and programs for the centre. “I know our students live a fast-paced lifestyle and do not always take the time to eat properly or cook for themselves.”

She says the recipes will be healthy and where possible will use ingredients available from participating vendors.

The project will debut Tuesday, November 22, at 11:30 a.m. Nutritionist AnnaMaria Lopez, chef and owner of Apron on the Run, will prepare two varieties of chili: with and without meat, with a side of sweet potato salad.

Riccio-Muglia says she hopes to blend the two initiatives next semester, bringing vendors to the Commons area while providing a quick lunchtime lesson on nutrition and cooking. The Farmers’ Market will resume full operation on the last Thursday of each winter month.

Five UWindsor alumni will discuss their legal practices in criminal defence in an event Wednesday, November 23, hosted by Windsor Law’s Career Services Office.

Hear about being a sole practitioner, working in a firm, and practicing in both the US and Canada. Panellists include:

• Khalid Akram (JD 2014), Akram Law;
• Patricia Brown (BA 2000), Patricia Brown Barrister and Solicitor;
• Keely Duncan (LLB 2009), Duncan Defence Law;
• Julie Santarossa (LLB 2007), Santarossa Law; and
• Evan Weber (Dual JD 2009), Ducharme Fox.

The event is set for noon in the Moot Court, Ron W. Ianni Faculty of Law Building. Find more information on the Facebook event page.