Good morning! This is The Oakville Digest, your trusted guide to everything happening in the beautiful town of Oakville, Ontario.

I hope everyone had a great Family Day weekend, filled with snow… and more snow! Today’s issue is a short one, it’s been a slow news week - everyone is probably too busy shovelling I think. Either way I hope you enjoy, and we’ll be back with more news on Wednesday!

Here is what to expect in today’s issue:

• 🎶 Taste of Oakville begins! Here’s the music lineup

• 🏒 Oakville NHL player spreading the love

• 📅 A list of plans to start your week!

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News

🎶 Taste of Oakville Begins Today – Here’s the Live Music Lineup!

Taste of Oakville is back from February 17 to March 10, 2025, bringing three weeks of special menus and live music to the town’s vibrant dining scene. Organized by Visit Oakville, the event highlights both new and returning local favorites.

Rebecca Edgar, Executive Director of Visit Oakville, shared her excitement: “Taste of Oakville continues to grow and shine a spotlight on the amazing culinary scene here in town.”

Beyond the fantastic food, live music performances will enhance the experience at select restaurants every Tuesday night. A variety of talented local artists will take the stage, creating an unforgettable ambiance with engaging melodies.

Live Music Schedule:

Performances will take place on February 18, 25, and March 4 from 6:30PM - 8:00PM

• Buca Di Bacco – John Amato

• Burger Theory – Frank and Kim Koren

• Community Resto – JSAL

• Coriander Green – Heather Christine & Reuven Grajner / Matt Zaddy

• Harper’s Landing – Natasha Meister

• Paradiso – Eddie Paton

• Ritorno – Arlene Duo

• STACK BBQ Smokehouse – Tony and Carla

• Laylak - Brent Miller

Don’t miss this exciting celebration of Oakville’s best food and live entertainment. Make your reservations early to savour the top tastes—and sounds—of the town!

Community Spotlight

🏒 Oakville’s Luke Evangelista Spreads Valentine’s Day Love in Nashville

Oakville native Luke Evangelista, a player for the Nashville Predators, is making an impact off the ice by partnering with Friends Life Community, a Nashville-based program for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, to create custom-painted shoes for special team events.

Evangelista collaborated with local artists to design four unique pairs, each worn for themed game nights, including Hockey Has a Heart Night, Hockey Fights Cancer Night, Kids Night, and Military Week. For Hockey Has a Heart Night on February 3, artist Randle decorated a pair of shoes with hearts and Evangelista’s number 77. “Randle's signature painting style is that she loves hearts so we figured heart night was the best way to represent her skills,” Evangelista shared.

A former Oakville Rangers player and St. Thomas Aquinas student, Evangelista continues to give back to the community, both in Oakville and beyond.

Weather

Monday, February 17
🌨️ Some morning snow, accumulating a coating to 1 cm; windy and cold with low clouds.
High: -6°C | Low: -14°C

Tuesday, February 18
☀️ Sunny to partly cloudy, windy and very cold.
High: -9°C | Low: -12°C

Wednesday, February 19
⛅ Cold with some sun, then turning cloudy.
High: -7°C | Low: -12°C

Events

• Family Day at the Oakville Museum 1:00 PM - 4:30 PM | February 17 (more info)

  • Location: Oakville Historical Society Offices, 110 King St & The Coach House, 8 Navy St, Oakville

  • Description: Enjoy a free, family-friendly afternoon at the Oakville Museum with interactive exhibits, crafts, and guided tours of Erchless Estate. Learn about Oakville’s history, explore Black History exhibits, and meet the curators of Pathways to the Stars. Kids can create a yarn-wrapped butterfly, design a fancy paper plate, or join a scavenger hunt for prizes!

• Fireside Munsch – Family Day Performances 10:30 AM, 1:00 PM, 3:00 PM | February 17 (more info)

  • Location: AEG Liebherr Auditorium, Oakville

  • Description: Experience the magic of Robert Munsch’s beloved stories in this high-energy solo show! M. John Kennedy brings four classics—Mud Puddle, Mortimer, The Paperbag Princess, and Jonathan Cleaned Up—to life in a hilarious, interactive performance perfect for all ages. Each show runs 50-60 minutes. Tickets are just $5!

• Pottery Wheel Throwing & Handbuilding for Couples 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM | February 17 (more info)

  • Location: Artventures Rebecca, 3495 Rebecca St. Unit 208, Oakville

  • Description: Enjoy a creative and hands-on date night with your partner! This pottery workshop teaches couples the basics of wheel throwing and handbuilding in a fun, relaxed setting. Perfect for beginners—come get messy and make something memorable together!

• Speed Dating & Mingling (Ages 45-56) 6:45 PM - 8:45 PM | February 18 (more info)

  • Location: Pepperwood Bistro Brewery & Catering, 1455 Lakeshore Road, Burlington

  • Description: Meet new people and enjoy a fun evening of speed dating and mingling! Each participant will have 5-8 mini-dates, with icebreakers and appetizers included. Afterward, stay to socialize and see if sparks fly.

• Mixology Workshop 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM | February 18 (more info)

  • Location: Canvas Art Bar, 80 Lakeshore Road East, Mississauga

  • Description: Learn the art of cocktail-making in this hands-on workshop! An expert mixologist will guide you through bartending basics and cocktail history before you step behind the bar to craft your own unique drink.

Thank You!

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