Good morning Oakville. You're halfway through the week - keep going, you're doing great!
Here is what to expect in today’s issue:
🕰️ 10 must-see places to explore Oakville’s history
🎨 Art in the park recap
📅 A bunch of awesome events!
Thanks for being part of our growing community, let’s dive in!
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🕰️ A Piece of Oakville History
From the Underground Railroad to early industry, Oakville is filled with hidden historical gems, and Inside Halton just put together a great list highlighting 10 must-see sites across town.
Whether you're curious about the town's early shipbuilding days, want to visit the home of a former Underground Railroad conductor, or stroll past a 19th-century lighthouse, there's plenty to discover.
Here's a sneak peek:
A historic estate that once belonged to Oakville’s founding family
A basket factory that helped fuel Oakville’s booming strawberry industry
🎨 Art in the Park Recap
Source: Oakville News
Thousands flocked to Bronte Heritage Waterfront Park on August 4 for Art in the Park 2025, where over 200 local artists turned the lakeside into a vibrant open-air gallery. Hosted by the Oakville Art Society, the annual event drew big crowds with a wide mix of paintings, pottery, sculpture, and prints.
Sunshine, live music, food trucks, and interactive exhibits rounded out the festive atmosphere, making it one of Bronte’s busiest days of the summer.
⛵ Local Kids Set Sail with New Program
Source: Oakville News
A new partnership between the Optimist Club of Oakville, Bronte Harbour Yacht Club, and the Navy League is giving 30 local youth, including many Oakville Sea Cadets, the chance to learn to sail this summer. The initiative revives a program lost during the pandemic and fills a gap for cadets who previously had limited access to on-water training.
The sponsors shared costs of nearly $10,000 and hope to grow the program in future seasons. A well-timed boost for some summer fun on Lake Ontario.
Wednesday, August 06
⛅ Partly sunny, humid
High: 25°C | Low: 19°C
Thursday, August 07
⛅ Partly to mostly sunny
High: 27°C | Low: 19°C
Friday, August 08
☀️ Mostly sunny, humid
High: 28°C | Low: 22°C
Yoga at Gairloch Gardens 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM | August 6 (more info)
Location: Gairloch Gardens, 1308 Lakeshore Road East, Oakville
Description: Evening yoga session in a peaceful lakeside studio, featuring guided movement and a calming sound bath.
Movies in the Park: Moana 2 6:30 PM | August 7 (more info)
Location: Fowley Park, 106 Fowley Drive, Oakville
Description: Free outdoor movie night with family activities starting at 6:30 PM; Moana 2 screening begins at dusk.
Full Moon Women’s Circle with Dance Alchemy 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM | August 7 (more info)
Location: My Vitae, 1155 North Service Road West, Oakville
Description: Somatic dance journey and cacao ceremony led by Brooke Yantzi to support movement, breath, and reconnection. Women only.
Bronte Lake Notes: Switchbeat 7:00 PM | August 7 (more info)
Location: Bronte Heritage Waterfront Park, 2340 Ontario Street, Oakville
Description: Free outdoor concert featuring local band Switchbeat. Family-friendly series with harbour views and live music.
Fresh Air Fitness: Zumba 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM | August 8 (more info)
Location: Bronte Market Square, 2445 Lakeshore Road West, Oakville
Description: Free outdoor Zumba class led by Town of Oakville fitness staff. Bring water and dress to move.
Friday Night Jazz in Towne Square 7:00 PM | August 8 (more info)
Location: Towne Square, 210 Lakeshore Road East, Oakville
Description: Outdoor jazz performance by John Canham & Joe Dukes with live quartet. Free Friday night concert series continues through August.
Therapy x Yoga: Feel and Heal 9:30 AM - 11:20 AM | August 8 (more info)
Location: Inye Yoga, 2640 Bristol Circle, Oakville
Description: Therapeutic yoga session combining flow, breathwork, and creative workshops. Includes themes like inner child work, visualization, and empowerment.
St. Luke’s Annual Car Wash Fundraiser 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM | August 9 (more info)
Location: St. Luke's Anglican Church, 3114 Dundas Street West, Oakville
Description: Community car wash fundraiser with a suggested $10 donation supporting local programs.
Oakville Mosaic Lamp Making Workshop 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM | August 9 (more info)
Location: Glen Abbey Community Centre, 1415 Third Line, Oakville
Description: Hands-on workshop to create your own Turkish mosaic lamp. A creative 2.5-hour experience ideal for families, friends, or group bookings.
Plaster Art Workshop 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM | August 9 (more info)
Location: Silk and Stone, 92 Lakeshore Road West, Oakville
Description: Hands-on workshop on mixing and applying drywall compound to create a 3D canvas. Includes take-home kit and guided instruction by a local artist.
Soup Dumpling Popup (Halal) 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM | August 9 (more info)
Location: 550 Speers Road, Oakville
Description: One-day popup featuring halal chicken soup dumplings, street-style chow mein, elegant desserts, and handcrafted mocktails. Preorders recommended.
Taste of Albion Festival 3:00 PM | August 9 (more info)
Location: Thistletown Plaza, 988 Albion Road, Toronto
Description: Free community festival featuring live music, food, and entertainment. All ages welcome—bring friends and family!
Salsa Night in Oakville 6:00 PM | August 9 (more info)
Location: Taste of Colombia, 67 Bronte Road, Oakville
Description: Dance evening featuring Afro Cuban music including Salsa, Bachata, Cha Cha Cha, and Merengue. Part of the 2025 Salsa Nights! collection.
Spruce Lane Farmhouse Ghost Walk 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM | August 8-9 (more info)
Location: Spruce Lane Farmhouse, 6600 Campbellville Road, Oakville
Description: Evening walking tour exploring Victorian-era death customs and reported hauntings.
TD Summer Music Series: Live Music Downtown 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM | August 9–10 (more info)
Location: Downtown Oakville, Various Locations, Oakville
Description: Free outdoor concerts across three Downtown Oakville venues. Saturday features Eddie Patton, Dale Ross, and Rob Fitzgerald; Sunday includes Priyana Music, Andy Colinco, and Bree Taylor.
Bronte Farmer’s Market 2025 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM | August 10 (more info)
Location: Bronte Market Square, 2445 Lakeshore Road West, Oakville
Description: Weekly market featuring fresh produce, artisanal goods, and live performances at the Market Music Hub. Part of a summer series running Sundays through September.
Classic/Exotic Car Show Time 10:00 AM | August 9 (more info)
Location: 2485 North Service Road West, Oakville
Description: First-ever car show hosted by Crime Stoppers of Halton featuring classic and exotic vehicles. Open to the public with vehicle registration required.
MAX Community: 5K Run for MSF 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM | August 10 (more info)
Location: River Oaks Park, 2400 Sixth Line, Oakville
Description: Community 5K run supporting the MAX Scholarship Fund for aspiring students. Open to all fitness levels—walk, jog, or run to help fundraise for education.
Bronte Healthy Food Fair 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM | August 10 (more info)
Location: Bronte Seventh-day Adventist Church, 2031 Bronte Road, Oakville
Description: Outdoor event featuring plant-based food tastings, cooking demos, and a vendor market. Includes family activities and wellness classes. All ages welcome.
Empowering Financial Literacy: Community Networking & Event 1:30 PM - 4:00 PM | August 10 (more info)
Location: WFG Team Advance Office, 2020 Winston Park Drive, Oakville
Description: Financial literacy event featuring presentations, networking, and Q&A sessions. Topics include saving, tax strategies, debt management, and building generational wealth. Ages 18+
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