FROM TABOO TO TRENDY: Way Cool Tattoo Artist Bert Jackson
When Bert Jackson opened the doors of Way Cool Tattoos 24 years ago in Oakville, his parents were dead set against it. Back then,…
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WHY ADULTING IS EASIER WITH FRIENDS: This is a friendly little story about friendship — why we need it and how to find it.
Are you familiar with a song by Bette Midler called, “Friends”? It came out in 1972, so if you were born long after bell…
Sober-curious? Tips for alcohol-free living
When I announced my intention to quit drinking alcohol in 2018, reactions from friends and family ranged from disbelief to disappointment. Sure, I drank…
CLASSY COVERS: Tips for selecting window coverings for your home
There are few things more welcoming in spring than waking up to sunny skies after a long, dark Canadian winter. But as the sun…
Mid-century Modern Design: Ways to add the iconic aesthetic to your space
Originating in the post-World War II era, spanning from around the 1940s to the 1960s, the mid-century modern design movement embraced simplicity, clean lines…
NEW BUSINESS PROFILES
Look Local invites you to support these businesses which have recently opened in our community! Check them out and pay them a visit!
Starry Nights in Oakville: Sidewalk Astronomy Shares the Wonders of the Universe
Oakville resident Marc Fitkin grew up watching 2001 Space Odyssey and being fascinated by the night sky. By the time he got his first…
SMALL BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT
At Look Local, we are honoured to work every day with small business owners and entrepreneurs in our community. We know that the people…
FARMHOUSE KITCHEN: Mixing modern design with the vintage charm of an 1870s kitchen
When Oscar Arboleda, founder & CEO of Forest Kitchen & Cabinetry walked into the 1870s Dundas farmhouse, he knew this might be the biggest…
Simple Swaps for Sustainable Living: These Earth-friendly products help lead the way to zero waste living
From buying second hand to avoiding takeout, choosing organic to driving electric, there are countless ways to tackle climate change and help make the…