Bronte Summer Guide 2024 by TREBPublishing

SUMMER GUIDE 2024

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Welcome to Bronte Village !

We’re so happy you’re here.

Bronte is a vibrant slice of lakeside living and a celebrated destination for shopping, dining, culture and entertainment. With gorgeous harbour views, one-of-a-kind boutiques and cafés and events that will delight people ages 1 to 100, the neighbourhood is the perfect canvas for making summer memories.

We hope you’ll join us on Sundays at The Bronte Farmers’ Market where you’ll find the bounty of the season as you connect with local growers and artisans.

Speaking of supporting local, stroll through our shopping district and discover high fashion boutiques, unique gifts and services, or a new restaurant to try. There’s truly something for everyone in Bronte.

Pack your lawn chair (and your dancing shoes!) and enjoy our free lakeside concerts and cultural festivals. The music and warm vibes will take you back to a simpler time of enjoying beautiful weather with friends and family.

Our 2024 Summer Guide is a celebration of everything Bronte has to offer. Read it from cover-to-cover and then spend your summer with us. We can’t wait to welcome you!

Kylie Wilson Executive Director

SUMMER’S bounty

Introducing the NEW Bronte Farmers' Market

Just in time for summer harvest, Oakville’s quaintest neighbourhood is thrilled to welcome the Bronte Farmers’ Market this summer. Every Sunday in July and August, Bronte Market Square will be brimming with local farmers, artisans, and makers of prepared foods, baked goods, preserves, wines and other delights.

A Farmers' Market is the heart of a community, and this one’s in the heart of Bronte on Lakeshore Road. Enjoy live music while you explore the market and connect with local growers. Anytime you crave pizza, need charcuterie essentials for a dinner party, or want to gorge on fresh berries, you’ll find these and so much more. Vendors will also feature empanadas, gourmet donuts, meats, baked goods, soaps, prepared meals, crafts, clothing, tea… come see (and taste) for yourself!

Open every Sunday in July & August from 11 A.M. to 3 P.M.

Bronte Market Square

2445 Lakeshore Road West

Here’s a small sampling of vendors you’ll find at the Bronte Farmers' Market:

BACKED BY BEES is a Burlingtonbased producer of honey, brewed soda and sustainable honey wine. They not only keep bees but grow and curate local food for your table to support biodiversity through the pollination of 32,000 acres of land. Come explore new tastes and bee part of it. backedbybees.com

THAMES RIVER MELONS LTD. sells farm produce and preserves from their 500-acre farm in Innerkip, ranging from rhubarb and asparagus in the spring, to strawberries and melons in the summer, to squash and pumpkins in the fall. This familyowned venture also offers a Market Box home delivery program, which runs from May to November each season. thamesrivermelons.com

THE EINKORN SHOPPE by Food Haven will entice you with the flavour of ancient grain. Oakville's Einkorn Shoppe uses pure, wholegrain einkorn that is naturally gluten-safe, retaining all the wholesome nutrition of fresh-milled grain. Savour soft sourdough loaves, crusty baguettes, and scrumptious donuts and muffins. foodhaven.ca

HARBOURSIDE ON THE GO offers soups, pastas, one pot wonders and more. Bronte residents will be delighted to see former local restaurant owners, Frank & Wilma, at their booth this summer selling some of their beloved products for you to enjoy at home.

DAYS LEISURE

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Bask in Culture and Music throughout Bronte Village

Bronte Lake Notes

THURSDAY NIGHTS, AT 7 P.M. UNDER THE SAILS IN BRONTE HERITAGE WATERFRONT PARK

There’s nothing like live outdoor music on a summer’s eve! Bronte Lake Notes is returning to the Sails Stage Thursdays at 7pm and will feature contemporary music from great local bands all summer long. These FREE concerts are for everyone – ages 1 to 100 – and invite audiences to sing, dance and celebrate together while enjoying gorgeous harbour views.

OPL Under the Sails

THURSDAY MORNINGS FROM 9:30 A.M TO 11 A.M.

IN BRONTE HERITAGE WATERFRONT PARK

Join the Oakville Public Library on Thursday mornings for story time fun! Get moving and grooving with stories and songs (ages 6 months to 5 years) and stick around for all-ages play. Families will enjoy intergenerational games, the Bronte ON THE GO Book Bike and OPL activities in the park. We like to think of it as lakeside literacy!

Walk & Talk History with The Bronte Historical Society

WALKS BEGIN AT 3 P.M., EVERY OTHER WEDNESDAY

JUNE 26 TO OCTOBER 2 | MEET AT SOVEREIGN HOUSE

Get your walking shoes and join host and historian, Maryanne Mason, as she guides you on a tour of Bronte Village and shares stories of the people and places that have shaped the neighbourhood. Email historian@brontehistoricalsociety.ca to register in advance.

Oakville Wind Orchestra Sounds of Summer

TUESDAY EVENINGS, 7 – 8 P.M., JULY 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 & AUGUST 6

UNDER THE GAZEBO IN BRONTE HERITAGE WATERFRONT PARK

The Oakville Wind Orchestra, Canada’s oldest community concert band (founded in 1866), invites you to join them for six FREE family-friendly lakeside concerts. Pack a picnic – or grab some take-out, bring a chair and take a musical journey through the ages!

Oakville Latino Festival

JULY 26, 27 & 28 | BRONTE HERITAGE WATERFRONT PARK

Celebrate the vibrancy and richness of Latin culture at the 3rd Annual Oakville Latino Festival! Spend a day (or the entire weekend!) enjoying food, dance, music and art in Bronte Heritage Waterfront Park.

Art in the Park

MONDAY, AUGUST 5,

10 A.M – 5 P.M.

BRONTE HERITAGE

WATERFRONT PARK

Known as the best run art show in Ontario, Art in the Park features more than 180 artists and artisans from across Canada. Every medium will be represented, including traditional oil, acrylic and watercolour paintings to glass, ceramics, photography, mixed media, sculptures and fine jewellery. Admission is $10 (cash only), children 12 and under are free. Dogs are welcome!

CRAFT Live AfroCaribbean Canadian Waterfront Fete

SATURDAY, AUGUST 31

FROM 3 P.M TO 11 P.M IN BRONTE HERITAGE

WATERFRONT PARK

Mind• Body• Soul

Mind• Body• Soul 2395 Lakeshore Rd W Bronte Oakville (Jones & Lakeshore, Across from Firehall)

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Come together to dance, sing and celebrate the vast contributions and influences of African, Caribbean and Black Canadians in shaping our community, culture and economy.

Produced by BLing Events International, the event features amazing music (Soca, Calypso, Reggae, Steelpan, R&B, Afro Beats, Disco, Jazz, Blues, and Funk & Soul), vendors and a live DJ. Free and fun for all ages, this celebration of culture is not to be missed.

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The Bronte Block Party

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 21 FROM 11 A.M. TO 5 P.M ON BRONTE ROAD

Join the businesses of the Bronte BIA as we party in the street and kick-off Culture Days in Oakville. It’s free, it’s family-friendly and it’s going to be so much fun: bouncy castles, live-performances, games, art, crafts, music, dancing and more!

MAKE A DIFFERENCE AND

SHOP LOCAL

IN BRONTE

There’s a different vibe when you support locally owned and run businesses. You can’t help but notice the passion, the enthusiasm, and the dedication to a superior customer experience that these businesses offer their customers. Here is a sample of what you will find when you support the 175 businesses who are members of the Bronte BIA.

Good things come to those who Support Local!

TASTE OF COLOMBIA

67 BRONTE ROAD

Find freshly roasted, organic and fair trade coffee beans, as well as 100% Colombian Cacao Bars made with only 2 ingredients; cacao and biodynamic sugar. Available exclusively at Taste of Colombia in Bronte Village! tasteofcolombia.ca

LAKESIDE LIVIN'

100 BRONTE ROAD

It's the smell of summer and you can find it in many forms, with help from Thymes and Lakeside Livin'. Pick up a Eucalyptus reed diffuser, candle or a room spray, and your house is sure to smell great all summer long! lakesidelivin.com

GOODNIGHT GOODMORNING

100 BRONTE ROAD #3

Find an incredible selection of swimsuits and bras, with sizing from petite to full figure, at Goodnight Goodmorning. Perfect for summer days lying by the pool!

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BRONTE VILLAGE EYE CARE

2425 MARINE DRIVE

Find these stylish glasses by Blackfin Eyewear at Bronte Village Eye Care. Made of lightweight titanium they weigh only 2.4 grams. Each pair is painstakingly crafted in their Italian manufacturing facility. bvec.ca

LANA'S BOUTIQUE

100 BRONTE RD #5

A good sun hat can elevate your whole outfit! Not to mention provide outstanding sun protection from harmful UV rays. Find this hat and others at Lana's Boutique! lanasbronte.com

TRADITION DOLLS & WATCHES

114 BRONTE ROAD

Find exquisite antique watches and traditional dolls at this super unique boutique in Bronte Village. Try one of their doll making courses - register online traditiondolls.com

MY GIRLFRIEND'S CLOSET

100 BRONTE ROAD #4

Find amazing deals on super stylish clothes, bags, shoes and other accessories at My Girlfriend's Closet. This is a well curated consignment store you're going to want to visit! mygirlfriendsclosetoakville.com

BRONTE Ventures

Friendly businesses are the pulse of our town

The shops lining the streets of Bronte are more than just charming. They are businesses run by creative, enterprising, hard-working entrepreneurs who are the cornerstone of our community. The more than 175 businesses in the Bronte BIA provide quality products and services and are dedicated to providing a positive experience for every customer. Step into any one of these shops and you’ll see, first-hand, the extent of their passion and community spirit.

Every time you patronize a Bronte BIA business, you contribute not only to the local economy, but to the area’s beauty, vibrancy and welcoming feel. Your support is what brings Bronte’s distinctive character to life!

From ordering ice cream to buying sunglasses, getting a haircut to stocking up on books for the beach, when you shop local, your dollars help fund the BIA’s efforts to create the unique experience that Bronte is known for. Every time you visit an eatery, café or shop, more of your money stays in the community. Not only does this help our local businesses thrive, it helps fund the neighbourhood beautification we all appreciate – fresh flowers, public art, bright banners, and more. And don’t forget the concerts, festivals, and other events that celebrate lakeside living in style.

Shopping is an easy and powerful way to make a positive impact. Thank you for supporting local!

CUCCI

119 Jones Street | cucci.ca

Whether you’re out for a romantic meal or celebrating something special, make Cucci Ristorante in Bronte your destination. This elegant venue for modern Italian cuisine has received several notable accolades since opening its doors. Fine dining, live music, a beautiful intimate dining room and exceptional service, Cucci promises you the best in hospitality.

PÜR & SIMPLE

HAPPY FOOD HUB

2416 Lakeshore Road West | happyfoodhub.com

Serving up premium quality smash burgers, fried chicken sandwiches, kathi rolls, milkshakes and more! The menu offers something for everyone, from healthy options to over-the-top desserts like cotton candy ice cream burritos and funnel cakes. Make Happy Food Hub your Happy Place!

PÜR & SIMPLE

133 Bronte Road | pursimple.com

Start your day on the sunny side. By reinventing the daytime dining experience one delicious dish at a time, Pür & Simple offers stellar hospitality and nutritious twists on breakfast, brunch and lunch classics served in an upscale setting. The staff at Pür & Simple are breakfast specialists who craft dishes, experiences, and moments with unmatched passion and expertise. And it's by providing this space where joy and good food reign that they help build vibrant communities.

ARTVENTURES STUDIO

103 Jones Street #201 artventuresstudios.com

There's much to see at Artventures, so take your time and look around. The studio offers many art activities (pottery wheel throwing, paint nite, ceramics, pottery painting, glass fusing) by appointment. Make a charcuterie board, a mug, a mosaic or other fabulous work of art. Ask about their couple’s workshops or book a session for a bridal or baby shower, bachelorette, or ladies’ night.

Porcelain doll or vintage watch?

Seminars coming up to make underwear, wig, roly-poly, straw hat

Summer Dolly Bootcamp and classes for making your own porcelain doll.

HAPPY FOOD HUB

PLUMLEAF PRESS

100 Bronte Road #9 | plumleafpress.com

Maggie Goh, Publisher, Plumleaf Press Inc., came up with the name Plumleaf Press by combining her father’s surname, Lee, which means plum, and her mother’s surname, Ye, which means leaf. In Chinese tradition, the plum, which blossoms even in the deepest winter, is a symbol of integrity, fortitude, tenacity, and blessing. A green leaf is a symbol of renewal and hope. Specializing in books geared to women and children, Plumleaf Press publishes thoughtful, beautifully designed literary books for readers young and old, that offer enchantment and inspiration and stir the imagination and reflection.

MCTAVISH TRAVEL

80 Nelson Street | mctavish.com

A full-service travel management company serving corporate, nonprofit, leisure and group travel, McTavish Travel is Oakville’s most awardwinning travel agency. They take pride in building long-term partnerships with clients and are privileged to work with some of Canada's most recognizable organizations. McTavish Travel has over 50 Years of Business Excellence, with 28 Million Annual Sales Through Controlled Growth. The company has 17 Professional, Accredited Associates and has won 4 World Travel Awards, as well as the Canadian Agency of the Year 2013, and Oakville’s Platinum and Diamond Award Winning Agency 2023.

PLUMLEAF PRESS

WELLNESS FOR THE BODY

2418 Lakeshore Road West | wellnessforthebody.com

Achieve a healthy, stress-free and pain-free lifestyle through therapeutic treatment from their team. Proudly serving the Bronte Village community since 2005, the practitioners at Wellness for the Body build positive, long-term, therapeutic relationships with their clients. They offer chiropractic care, naturopathic medicine, counselling, physiotherapy, acupuncture, and massage therapy. Oakville’s Professional Services Provider of the Year 2023!

ZEN TATTOO STUDIO

2342 Lakeshore Road West | zentattoostudio.com

Specializing in the art of Black and Grey Realism tattoos, this team of world-class artists brings a diverse range of talents and influences to every project, ensuring that each piece is a unique work of art. From intricate, finely detailed designs to bold graphic statement pieces, Zen Tattoo artists possess the skills and expertise to bring your vision to life in the most captivating way. The studio stands as the prime destination for those in search of cutting-edge tattoo design that seamlessly fuses innovation with timeless craftsmanship.

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MY GIRLFRIEND’S CLOSET

100 Bronte Road #4 | mygirlfriendsclosetoakville.com

Pre-loved is best! If you’ve ever set foot into My Girlfriend’s Closet, you know it’s the epitome of one-of-a-kind. This chic, charming, upscale consignment boutique is owned by Heather Aris, a self-described purse fanatic who lives for a high-quality fashion bargain. Her store offers the finest in women’s gently-worn, designer and quality brand name clothing and accessories. Visit this charming boutique to check out the gorgeous clothing and meet Heather’s awesome team.

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With every new Muskoka chair, Bronte feels more like home

For a taste of cottage country right here at home, relax in one of Bronte’s Muskoka chairs and be transported. Sixty new chairs custom painted by members of our community, young and old, are now on display along the Bronte waterfront for the 2024 summer season. It’s the most beautiful art gallery in Oakville if we do say so ourselves.

Since its inception in 2017, the At Home in Bronte Muskoka Chair Project has helped create public spaces that people feel a personal connection to. The 130-plus brightly coloured chairs are scattered throughout the district and showcase community pride, not to mention artistic flair.

Dotting the landscape with vibrant depictions of flowers, animals, nautical designs and more, these lovingly decorated Muskoka chairs play a vital role in making Bronte feel like home. They beckon to passersby: rest your feet, enjoy the view – and stay awhile. Sink into one today!

IT’S ALWAYS HAPPY

HOUR!

A GUIDE TO BRONTE PATIOS

Avibrant harbourside strip makes for an idyllic patio experience. People flock to Bronte for the scenery, breezes off the lake, the call of gulls – and they stay to drink or dine al fresco.

Patio season is prime for making summer memories. It’s a time to celebrate and indulge. What do you crave after a stroll by the water? Fries and fritters? Tempura, tostados and tikka? Steaks, scallops, sangrias, strawberry sundaes? Bronte’s patio options include coffee shops, upscale bistros, and everything in between.

Come and be a part of it all. Kick back with your favourite people, clink your glasses, and toast the arrival of summer.

Bronte Boathouse

2340 ONTARIO STREET bronteboathouse.ca

Casa Mia Latin Restaurant & Café

2361 LAKESHORE ROAD WEST casa-mia-café.com

Chestnut’s Café

11 BRONTE ROAD cafechestnuts. com Cucci

119 JONES STREET cucci.ca

Denninger’s Foods of the World

2400 LAKESHORE ROAD WEST denningers.com

Duckies Dairy Bar

2340 ONTARIO STREET duckiesdairybar.ca

El Spero Family Restaurant

2420 LAKESHORE ROAD WEST elspero.ca

Farm Boy Bronte

2441 LAKESHORE ROAD WEST farmboy.ca

Goldwyn & Sons Bar

67 BRONTE ROAD goldwynandsons.com

Happy Food Hub

2416 LAKESHORE ROAD WEST happyfoodhub.com

Hero Burger

2447 LAKESHORE ROAD WEST heroburgers.com

Peach Coffee Co.

100 BRONTE ROAD, UNIT 10 peachcoffeeco.com

Plank Restobar

67 BRONTE ROAD plankrestobar.ca

Por Vida Mezcal & Mexican 2330 LAKESHORE ROAD WEST porvida.ca

Pür & Simple

133 BRONTE ROAD pursimple.com

Taste of Colombia

67 BRONTE ROAD tasteofcolumbia.wordpress.com

Sweet! Bakery

100 BRONTE ROAD, UNIT 1 sweetbakery.ca

The Firehall

2390 LAKESHORE ROAD WEST thefirehall.ca

The Marine Tavern

49 BRONTE ROAD marinetavern.ca

The Royal Canadian Legion

79 JONES STREET brontelegion.com

The Wine Bar

2362 LAKESHORE ROAD WEST thewinebaroakville.com

Zara’s BBQ 2347 LAKESHORE ROAD WEST zarasbbq.com

Zara’s On Wheels

79 JONES STREET zarasonwheels.com

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THERE’S A SPOT FOR YOU IN BRONTE

There are so many ways to get to Bronte: by bike, boat, bus, car, or on foot. Choose your own adventure and make the most of your visit. If you drive, keep reading for tips on where to park. Bronte has hundreds of free and paid parking spots waiting for you.

FREE MUNICIPAL PARKING LOT

Bronte has a large municipal lot off Ontario Street with plenty of free spots. There’s no time limit, but parking isn’t allowed overnight. It’s located steps from the beautiful waterfront, but also just three blocks from local stores, cafés and restaurants. Park here and take the scenic route to the commercial district!

ON-STREET PAID PARKING

(FREE AFTER 6PM, SUNDAYS & HOLIDAYS)

Bronte has curbside paid parking throughout the district. These parking spaces help promote turnover and ensure there are spaces for customers of nearby businesses. Look for the pay-by-plate machines or use the HONK mobile app to make it even easier.

ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGING STATIONS

Bronte is home to two electric vehicle charging stations. Located on Bronte Road at Marine Drive and on Ontario Street at Nelson Street, two vehicles can charge at the same time at each station.

PRIVATE PARKING LOTS

Many businesses have free parking in their commercial lots. These are privately owned and for customers only of the adjacent stores, restaurants and businesses while on the premises. Look for signage and check with the business you’re visiting to ensure you’ve parked in the right spot. While these lots might be empty, don’t be tempted. The cost of towing isn’t worth it!