Unique Advent Calendar Ideas to Brighten the Holidays
Advent calendars have certainly evolved over the years, leaving behind those flimsy cardboard calendars filled with often stale and ambiguously shaped chocolates. (Was that…
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CELEBRATE THE HOLIDAY SEASON IN DOWNTOWN OAKVILLE
The holiday season is coming to downtown Oakville offering plenty of ways to celebrate this magical time of year. Don’t let the cold temperatures…
BOARD GAME NIGHT: Move over Monopoly, the newest board games up the strategy and fun for winter nights
With shorter days and longer nights, board games are a great way to gather with family or friends for an affordable and fun evening’s…
APPRECIATING ART IS FOR EVERYONE: Visit Local Art Galleries for Inspiration and Joy this Season
I purchased my first original oil painting about 20 years ago. I felt equal parts sophisticated and reckless at the time. The act of…
CROCKPOTS: Making Dinners Easy and Delicious for Busy Families
Busy fall schedules can make for frantic dinner making, or worse, takeout, which can hurt both your budget and waistline. While new kitchen innovations…
SLEEP TIGHT, SLEEP RIGHT: Strategies to Elevate Your Sleep Quality
Randy Gardner holds the Guinness World Record for staying awake for an astounding 11 days and 25 minutes. There have been even longer stints…
GEORGE BROCK CHISHOLM: The First World War Veteran from Oakville Championed a Compassionate Approach to Mental Health Care
At this time of year, as we remember the great sacrifices and service of the men and women of our armed forces, George Brock…
New Businesses in Oakville and Burlington!
Look Local invites you to support these businesses which have recently expanded or opened in our community! Check them out and pay them a…
TASTY TACOS: The Best Tacos in Oakville and Burlington
There’s a reason tacos are so popular; they’re easy to make, versatile, delicious and fun to eat. Originating in Mexico, tacos are a staple…
ALDERSHOT VILLAGE BIA: Friendly and unique businesses ready to serve you
Come explore the distinct village of Aldershot and Plains Road where a variety of locally owned businesses are eager to serve you. It’s no…