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12/19/2025

Between the celebrations of the holiday season and the hustle of seeing all of your loved ones, don’t forget to slow down ❤️

Treat yourself to a new book and a little escape into holiday magic.📚✨

Check out our latest article & some of our top holiday reading picks this year by picking up a copy of our latest issue or head online to looklocal.ca! ❄️

12/18/2025

Have you picked up a copy of the Downtown Burlington Holiday Guide yet? 🎄✨

It’s filled with everything you need to shop local, dine well, and make the most of the holiday season ❤️

Pick it up today in Downtown Burlington or head online to looklocal.ca! ❄️

12/17/2025

Inside the 2025 Oakville Holiday Home Tour: A Community Tradition With Heart

Every holiday season, Oakville comes alive with familiar traditions, from the tree lighting downtown to neighbourhood streets glowing with festive lights. One event, however, has become a favourite for residents who love design, architecture, and a chance to support local charities: the Oakville Holiday Home Tour organized by St. Andrews. Running for more than four decades, this tour invites the community to step inside a curated selection of homes decorated for the season....

Running for more than four decades, this tour invites the community to step inside a curated selection of homes decorated for the season!

12/15/2025

This month’s local recipe is a delicious Pan Seared Pickerel with Charred Broccolini and Romesco Sauce, courtesy of Bardo Burlington .burlington . 😍✨

Find the full recipe in our Holiday Issue, on stands now until mid-January! 🎄📖

12/12/2025

The holiday season is in full-swing, and there’s so much to do! ❤️🎁

Check out our latest roundup of community events & be sure to head to looklocal.ca for more festive fun ❄️🎄

12/09/2025

Warming up the season one cozy sip at a time❤️

Find the full recipes for these Vanilla Ginger & Spice Maple Hot Toddy’s by picking up a copy of our Holiday Issue or head online to looklocal.ca!❄️

Recipes & Spirits courtesy of: Mavericks Distillery ✨

12/04/2025

Artisan For A Day: Seven Seasonal Crafts For Kids

When it comes to holiday fun, nothing beats an old-school crafting session. Whether your kids are bursting with creativity or just looking for something to do on a chilly afternoon, crafting always brings a little extra sparkle to the season. From handmade gifts to clever wrapping ideas, here are some holiday crafts that are as practical as they are playful....

From handmade gifts to clever wrapping ideas, here are some holiday crafts that are as practical as they are playful.

12/04/2025

Graze and Be Merry: Snack on little bites of big delights

Entertaining season is upon us. It's time to light a candle or two, bring out those festive platters, and have fun making (and eating) hors d'oeuvres. Whether you're hosting your own get-together or joining a potluck, the following no-fuss, inventive snacks are wonderful additions to your holiday menu. No utensils required! Charcuterie Nachos Say goodbye to chopping veggies, melting cheese and cooking up beef or beans....

Whether you're hosting or joining a potluck, the following no-fuss, inventive snacks are wonderful additions to your holiday menu!

12/03/2025

Burlington Public Library Launches 2026 Reading Challenge

12 Months, 12 Themes, 12 Adventures for Readers! The Burlington Public Library (BPL) is inviting the community to make 2026 a year of adventure and discovery by joining the BPL Reading Challenge! Online registration is now open for the free 2026 challenge. The goal of the challenge is to read one book on a featured theme each month starting in January 2026. ...

Discover the Burlington Public Library’s 2026 Reading Challenge and learn how to join for free, attend meetups, and explore new books in 2026!