99 Missions – Early Bird Sign Up (Get Tickets Before March 22!)
When: April 8th-18th, 2021
99 Missions is about being active, exploring your community, supporting your neighbours and showing your appreciation for those helping us through COVID-19, all while having a blast! This is also a fundraiser for The Salvation Army Community Family Services and Rotary Burlington North. Having fun while helping your community has never been so easy! Plus everyone that registers has a chance to win great prizes!
Learn more about how to participate:
https://rotary7080.org/page/99-missions-home
Virtual Visits – March Break Activities Hosted by Joseph Brant Museum
When: March 15 – March 19, 2021
Where: Sign up online (See link below)
Looking for a way to keep your kiddies entertained this march break? Joseph Brant Museum is hosting ‘Virtual Visits’ – weekly one hour Zoom sessions featuring live instruction by a Museum Educator who will guide a series of creative, fun, hands-on activities that relate to a theme. Programs are designed for children aged 8-12.
https://calendar.burlington.ca/Event/Index/96e7d0c1-9388-4770-acca-acbc00a67b60
Participate in the Annual Taste Of Burlington
When: February 18th – March 31st, 2021
Where: Sign up online (See link below)
Taste of Burlington Winter dining is back in a new format, Take Out only! 55 Burlington restaurants have come up with some fantastic menus and specials for you to enjoy, so we encourage you to #TakeOuttoHelpOut.
https://tasteofburlington.ca/take-out-program/
Virtual Around The Bay Road Race
When: March 25th – April 25th, 2021
Where: This event is virtual!
The oldest running road race in North America goes virtual with a fun new race category called The Hammer. The Hammer category combines the times from each of the individual distances — a 2K, 10K, 15K and the signature event, the 30K. All participants who complete the full Hammer distance will receive a medal and souvenir t-shirt!
https://bayrace.com
Black Owned Business Virtual Market
When: March 6th 2021
Where: Virtual Marketplace (See link below)
Black-owned businesses in the greater Hamilton area, Halton and Peel will be showcasing their products and services in a virtual marketplace! This event is in collaboration with Black Halton Voices, ACBN, BLK OWNED HAMONT and the Edge.
https://tourismhamilton.com/event/black-owned-marketplace-2
Gluten Free Goodness Expo: Spring Market
When: Sunday March 7th 2021 10:00am – 4:00pm
Where: Ancaster Faitgrounds – 630 Trinity Road, Jerseyville, ON
Sample, sip and shop all the gluten free goodness from 40 vendors all under one roof!
All COVID-19 Safety Guidelines will be in place!
https://gfgoodnessexpo.ca/show-details
An Evening at the Brant Inn
When: Friday March 12th, 2021 7:00pm-9:00pm
Where: Online via Zoom
In the 1940s and ’50s, Burlington’s very own Brant Inn was host to some of the most famous entertainers in the world. Join us for “An Evening at the Brant Inn” for a joyful glimpse into our past. Your ticket includes a take-out dinner prepared by Pepperwood Bistro Brewery & Catering, dessert from COBS Bread Headon Forest, a beverage by Nickel Brook Brewing Co., dance lesson and demonstration by danceScape via Zoom, and live musical entertainment broadcast from the Joseph Brant Museum.
https://theheartofontario.com/experience/an-evening-at-the-brant-inn/
Participate in Taste of Oakville
Where: February 15 2021 – March 6 2021
Where: Sign up online (See link below)
Oakville restaurants will be offering prix fixe lunch and dinner menus for takeout and delivery, so residents can support local safely while experiencing our favourite local flavours. Visit their website to see if your favourite Oakville restaurant is taking part this year!
https://www.atasteofoakville.com
At Home In Bronte: Winter Edition
When: December 3rd 2020 – March 31 2021
Where: Heritage Waterfront Park – 2368 Lakeshore Rd W, Oakville
At Home in Bronte: Winter Edition is an outdoor art show which showcases 50 professionally painted Muskoka chairs throughout Bronte Heritage Waterfront Park and the business district. Each art chair has a hidden lighthouse icon waiting to be discovered!
https://visitoakville.com/events/at-home-in-bronte-winter-edition/
AGH at Home
When: March 1st – March 31st, 2021
Where: Virtual Tour (See link below)
AGH at Home is designed to deliver engaging exhibition and collection content for visitors to enjoy from the comfort of their own homes! Regularly updated with at-home activities, AGH Magazine articles, and behind-the-scenes videos, this platform brings the art gallery experience straight to your fingertips.
https://www.artgalleryofhamilton.com/agh-at-home/
Hamilton Waterfront Outdoor Skating
When: Please visit website for weather updates (see link below)
Where: 47 Discovery Drive, Hamilton, ON L8L 8K4
Looking for a way to get out and active? Hamilton Waterfront Outdoor Rink is now open and free for all participants! Make sure to check out their website to review the Covid-19 protocols! Enjoy!
http://www.hamiltonwaterfront.com/hamilton-waterfront-outdoor-rink/
2021 New Balance Chilly Half Marathon
When: March 1 – March 31, 2021
Where: This event is virtual! (See link below)
The New Balance Chilly Half Marathon, Frigid 10K and Frosty 5K are going virtual in 2021! Run or walk your choice of event anytime between March 1st and March 31st, 2021. New this year – everyone registering for the 2021 New Balance Chilly Half Marathon, Frigid 10K and Frosty 5K will receive a New Balance technical shirt!
https://calendar.burlington.ca/Event/Index/420bbe12-3f2f-4204-bbd1-acac00f18b29
Skiing and Snowboarding at Glen Eden
When: Please visit website for weather updates (see link below)
Where: Kelso Conservation Area – 5234 Kelso Rd, Milton, ON L9T 2X7
Hit the slopes! Skiing is a fun event for the whole family to enjoy. It’s also a great way tp stay active! This small resort for skiing & snowboarding offers 12 trails & a terrain park, plus dining options. Reservations are required, visit their website for more details! Enjoy!
https://gleneden.on.ca
Tobogganing in Burlington
Tobogganing is a popular winter activity that promotes active living and family fun in the community. The city of Burlington has designated 6 safe sanctioned sights in the city!
- LaSalle Park, east of the parking lot
- Tyandaga Golf Course, at hole #4, on west slope
- Central Park – hill northwest of community garden
- Brant Hills Park, southwest of tennis courts
- Nelson Park, east side of park, north of Centennial Bike Path
- Lowville Park, hill at southwest end of park
Learn more: https://www.burlington.ca/en/live-and-play/outdoor-play.asp
Crafternoons with Dianne Pearce: Oakville Virtual Events
When: Tuesday’s at 3:45 pm
Where: This program is virtual! (See link below)
Join the Town of Oakville’s talented Dianne Pearce for this free virtual drop-in crafting activity. Using materials commonly found around your home, Dianne will instruct participants through fun, easy and creative crafts suitable for any age. Parental assistance is encouraged for small children.
https://www.oakville.ca/culturerec/free-virtual-rec-programs.html
For the Love of Cooking with Chef Laura Strath: Oakville Virtual Events
When: Wednesday’s at 5:30 pm
Where: This program is virtual! (See link below)
This one is for the Foodies! Join us for a fun, lively discussion and take away some handy tips that you can apply in your own kitchen right away. Each week will feature a new topic.
https://www.oakville.ca/culturerec/free-virtual-rec-programs.html
