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EDITOR’S LETTER
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'm writing this just as the sun falls below the horizon – it’s a little after 8 p.m. A sign that hope is just around the bend. Warm evenings around the bonfire, little toes in the sand, birds chirping as the sun rises – new life, new reasons to laugh, new memories to be made. That’s the beautiful thing about Spring; it’s fresh and full of hope. And I have a feeling that beautiful days are ahead. Inspired by a desire to have my very own, this month’s Home and Garden story offers the perfect escape. Move over, man-cave; we’re staking claim on the She Shed! Did someone say cheese? Don’t hold it against us if this issue leaves you hungry. Our Food expert churned out a ripe story on local cheese (along with the perfect wine pairings), while our Special Feature celebrates our very own competitors at the World Butchers’ Challenge. The May long weekend is just around the corner – and did you know you can claim a rebate for local travel? Read all about the Ontario Staycation Credit in our Getaway feature. Speaking of getaways, it’s time to get your toes ready for the beach! Book your mani/pedi at one of our local day spas. Or, try out a new treatment at a med spa. Learn about the different treatments and packages available in our Health & Wellness feature. It’s long weekend season!
Anneliese Lawton
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Community Events MAY
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MAY
Taste of Japan
Taste of Japan is coming to Burlington! From May 1-31 participating restaurants are offering a featured menu with dine-in and take-out options. In celebration of the Cherry Blossoms and Burlington’s Twin City relationship with Itabashi, Japan. Burlington Tasteofburlington.com
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Oakville Horticultural Society Plant Sale
Wondering which plants will do well in your garden? Just ask one of the Oakville Horticultural members at this much-anticipated plant sale. Master gardeners will offer tips to successfully find the plants that suit your location and conditions. Come early to get the best selection! Glen Abbey United Church 1469 Nottinghill Gate, Oakville Oakvillehort.org
Run4LH 2022 is a family fun run event that raises funds that go directly to support grieving children and youth in our communities. Lighthouse offers peer grief support groups for families in Halton, Peel, and beyond. St. Volodymyr Cultural Centre 1280 Dundas Street West, Oakville Raceroster.com
MAY
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Rotary Drive-Thru Ribfest
Ribfest is back for one more drive-thru to kick off the Summer before the highly anticipated return to Spencer Smith Park on Labour Day weekend! Join Rotary Burlington Lakeshore on Victoria Day for a meal from some of your favourite vendors. There will be live music, too! Burlington Centre 777 Guelph Line, Burlington Canadaslargestribfest.com
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An Evening at the Brant Inn
Celebrate Burlington’s iconic entertainment venue during the 1940s, ‘50s, and 60s. Guests will enjoy an elegant night filled with hors d’oeuvres, drinks, dancing, live music and entertainment. Guests will also be able to admire a view of the lake while enjoying dance lessons and dessert from the “Sky Club” on Joseph Brant Museum’s rooftop terrace. Come dressed for the nines! Joseph Brant Museum 1240 North Shore Boulevard East, Burlington Museumsofburlington.ca
MAY
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Run for Lighthouse
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Pet Value – Walk for Dog Guides
The Pet Valu Walk for Dog Guides is a national fundraising walk held in local communities in each province across Canada. It raises funds to help Lions Foundation of Canada continue to fulfill its mission of empowering Canadians with disabilities to navigate their world with confidence and independence by providing Dog Guides at no cost to them and supporting each pair in their journey together. Lions Foundation of Canada 152 Wilson Street, Oakville Walkfordogguides.com
JUNE
Movies for Mommies
Running alternating Wednesdays at 1030 am. Moms can enjoy grownup movies in a baby-friendly cinema with their babies (0-12 months recommended). Films run with reduced sound levels, dim lights, are nursing friendly, and have change tables in the theatre. Amazing door prizes, guest speakers, awesome samples, and pre-show events make this an amazing mommy meet-up! 171 Speers Road, Oakville Moviesformommies.com
JUNE
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Queen’s Jubilee – 70 Hats for 70 Years
In honour of the Queen's Platinum Jubilee, The Mobile Millinery Museum has designed a free exhibit of hats worn through the decades, as well as a display of Royalty artifacts and memorabilia. There will also be a few Classic British Cars from various years on display. St. Matthew on-the-Plains Church 126 Plains Road East, Burlington Classicalextra.com
JUNE
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Burlington Model Railway Spring Club Open House
The Burlington Model Railway Club will be open for public display for the first time since 2019. Three model railway layouts will be operating! Railway enthusiasts of all ages are welcome. Burlington Model Railway Centre 1137 Hidden Valley Road, Burlington Burlingtonmodelrailwayclub.ca
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Health & Wellness
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Women’s Mental Health by ANNELIESE LAWTON
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always wanted to be a mom. In my heart, it was my calling – but things didn’t exactly go as planned. When my husband and I found out we were expecting our first baby, it was like a dream. When we found out our baby had abnormal prenatal test results, it became our worst nightmare. It wasn’t until after I had my second baby that I would be diagnosed with postpartum depression and post-traumatic stress disorder. By the time I sought help, it was almost too late. Prenatal and postpartum depression wasn’t supposed to happen to me, but depression doesn’t care. It doesn’t care how much you want something or how hard you try to pick yourself up. Sometimes, it sneaks into your life and takes all your joy with it. On May 14th, I’m joining thousands of walkers and runners across Canada in the Run for Women, brought to you by the LOVE YOU by Shopper’s Drug MartTM program. This program raises money for the women’s mental health program at St. Joseph’s HealthCare Hamilton Foundation. This program provides free mental health support to women when referred by a doctor, and it was there for me in my time of need.
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Run for Women May 14
Confederation Park 585 Van Wagners Beach Road Hamilton
The Women’s Health Concerns Clinic (WHCC) provides assessment, consultation, and treatment for women 18 years of age or older who are experiencing emotional symptoms related to the reproductive milestones (i.e. menstrual cycle, pregnancy/postpartum, and menopause). You can learn more about the Run for Women – how to participate or donate – at runforwomen.ca LL
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As a second-generation butcher for 45 years, Goriup also competed in the Ontario’s Finest Butcher Competition, taking the title in 2017. As owners of Florence Meats, Damian and his wife Carol possess several of Ontario’s Finest Meat Awards and multiple Oakville Awards for Business Excellence. When asked, it was evident from their response that both men share a common concern; that there aren’t enough young people in the trade. They recognized that during the height of the pandemic, more people experimented at home with meats, rubs, spices, and preparation methods. And now a relationship with a local butcher has become more important than ever. “It’s important to encourage young people to take an interest in this trade. Being a butcher gives you a sense of pride in your community. We want to share that passion and create excitement for those coming up. This competition can give notoriety and credibility to a butcher for their craft,” explains Baarda.
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