World-renowned pipe band coming to Windsor to raise money for charity

The 78th Fraser Highlander Pipe Band will hit the stage this weekend at the Fogolar Furlan Club.

The air will be filled with the sounds of Scotland on Saturday night and it’s all for a good cause.

The world-renowned 78th Fraser Highlanders Pipe Band — former world champions — will take the stage Saturday at the Fogolar Furlan Club.

The event promises an evening of live piping and drumming, celebrating Scottish heritage and musical excellence.

The event will be hosted by a familiar face, former CTV anchor Jim Crichton. The doors open at 6 p.m., the show runs from 7p.m. to 9 p.m.

Tickets can be purchased online via Eventbrite for $27.96 or at the door for $30.

Attendees are encouraged to bring canned goods or monetary donations to support local food banks, including the UHC Hub of Opportunities Windsor.

June Muir is the CEO of the organization that provides supportive employment and career resources for area residents, in addition to offering daily food parcels for those in need in our community. Many are finding it difficult to afford groceries at the current inflationary prices.

Last year, there were 234,000 visits to the Hub’s Food Pantry for food assistance. The numbers are steadily growing, not just for those seeking employment, but also for those who are working, but finding it tough to put food on the table for themselves and their families.

For Muir, this is an opportunity to enjoy homegrown Canadian talent and help neighbours, families, seniors, and youth in our city and surrounding areas.

“It’s going to be so much fun,” said Muir.

“And to hear some of the music, the pipes that will be playing and then knowing that you’re giving back to the community, bring those canned goods. It’s $27 and change to come and cash at the door, $30. How can you miss out?”