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Here is what to expect in today’s issue:

• 🎉 Oakville Family Day events are back!

• 🎓 Scholarship opportunities for Oakville students

• 📅 A list of events to end the week

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News

🎉 Oakville’s Family Day Returns with Fun for Everyone!

Oakville’s Family Day event is back on Monday, Feb. 17, offering over 100 free activities for residents of all ages! From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., the town, in partnership with local organizations, will host an exciting lineup of recreation and cultural activities across various locations.

Families can enjoy glow-in-the-dark badminton, a speedskating “Try-It” session, Swiftie bracelet-making and karaoke, and tours of Fire Station 3, featuring vintage and modern fire trucks. Other highlights include a family dance party, scavenger hunts, arts and crafts, and interactive exhibits at the Oakville Public Library and Oakville Museum. Sports fans can also catch the Oakville Blades vs. Burlington Cougars at Sixteen Mile Sports Complex.

A paid performance of Fireside Munsch will feature four beloved Robert Munsch stories, with tickets available for $5. Registration for free events opens Feb. 14 for residents and Feb. 15 for non-residents.

❄️ Snowfall Warning Issued for Oakville

Environment Canada has issued a snowfall warning for Oakville and surrounding areas, with significant snowfall expected from late Wednesday afternoon into Thursday morning.

What to Expect:

• Up to 15 cm of snow

• Peak snowfall rates of 2 to 4 cm per hour

• Poor visibility due to heavy snow

• Possible mix of ice pellets Wednesday night

When:
Snow begins Wednesday afternoon, intensifying in the evening and tapering off Thursday morning. The Wednesday evening commute may be heavily impacted.

Please remember to drive with caution and prepare for rapidly changing road conditions. Public Safety Canada advises having an emergency kit with essentials like food, water, and medicine.

Community Spotlight

🎓 Oakville Students Can Access Scholarships Through Community Education Awards Hub

The Oakville Community Foundation’s Community Education Awards Hub has reopened for 2025, offering a wide range of scholarships, bursaries, and education awards for local students. Launched in 2020, the hub simplifies the process of creating, applying for, and awarding scholarships.

Since its inception, more than 3,550 students have accessed the hub, with awards ranging from $750 to $20,000. Eligibility varies, with some awards based on academics, extracurricular involvement, or specific fields of study, while others focus on financial need.

Among the available awards:

• Oakville Youth Education Award: $2,000 for 20 students recognizing non-academic achievements.

• Kick Start Your Education Fund: $2,000 for a student demonstrating integrity and community involvement.

• Kopriva-Robinson Family Foundation Award: $5,000 for a student excelling outside the classroom.

• Christopher Lockwood Memorial Bursary: $2,500 for four students facing financial barriers.

Students can sign up and complete an eligibility quiz through the awards hub. More details are available on the .

🎉 Halton International Women’s Day Celebration Supports Local and Global Causes

The Women of Halton Action Movement (WHAM) will host its 22nd annual International Women’s Day Dinner Party on March 5 at the Oakville Conference & Banquet Centre. The event will feature keynote speaker Nicole Rakowski, an entrepreneur who overcame a life-altering accident in 2017 to achieve success.

The dinner will also raise funds for SAVIS of Halton, which provides free and confidential support to survivors of sexual violence, and Right to Learn Afghanistan, a charity advocating for education for Afghan women and girls. Since its inception, the annual event has raised more than $630,000 for these important causes.

Organizers say the event unites women in the community to celebrate progress in gender equality while recognizing ongoing challenges. The evening includes dinner, entertainment, a 50-50 draw, and a silent auction. Tickets are $95 per person, and doors open at 5:30 p.m.

Weather

Wednesday, February 12
🌨️ Snow late in the day. Overcast.
High: -2°C | Low: -9°C

Thursday, February 13
🌨️ Snow early in the morning. Cloudy.
High: 0°C | Low: -7°C

Friday, February 14
☁️ Increasing cloudiness.
High: -6°C | Low: -10°C

Events

• Galentine's Day Prosecco and Posies 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM | February 12 (more info)

  • Location: The Floral Collective Inc., 335 Kerr Street, Oakville

  • Description: Celebrate Galentine’s Day with an evening of prosecco and flower arranging. Gather your best friends, sip on bubbles, and create your own stunning Valentine's Day bouquet in a fun and relaxed atmosphere.

• The Last Showgirl: Winter Screening Series 7:30 PM | February 12 (more info)

  • Location: Film.Ca Cinemas, 131 Speers Rd, Oakville

  • Description: A special screening of The Last Showgirl, starring Pamela Anderson as a longtime showgirl facing an uncertain future after her show closes. Directed by Gia Coppola, the film features an all-star cast, including Jamie Lee Curtis, Dave Bautista, and Brenda Song.

• No Strings Attached: Red Flag Party 8:00 PM - 11:30 PM | February 12 (more info)

  • Location: The Blind Duck, 1815 Inner Circle Road, Mississauga

  • Description: A high-energy night of fun and mingling with no commitments or drama. Dress in white and hit the dance floor for an unforgettable evening. Doors open at 7:50 PM, and the event is open to ages 18+. Hosted by UTM Charity Fashion Show.

• Valentine’s Charcuterie Workshop | February 13 (more info)

  • Location: Staples Studio, 320 North Service Road West, Oakville

  • Description: Celebrate love and friendship while learning to craft a stunning heart-shaped charcuterie board. Whether for a romantic evening or a fun girls’ night, this hands-on workshop will teach you how to transform premium cheeses, meats, and accompaniments into an elegant centerpiece.

• Boys, Beer and Blooms 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM | February 13 (more info)

  • Location: The Floral Collective Inc., 335 Kerr Street, Oakville

  • Description: A hands-on floral workshop designed for men who want to impress with a custom-made bouquet while enjoying a beer. Learn the art of floral arranging in a fun, relaxed atmosphere—just in time for Valentine’s Day.

• Valentine's Day Pottery Wheel for Couples 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM | February 14 (more info)

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

  • Description: Enjoy a creative and immersive pottery experience designed for couples. This hands-on workshop lets you and your partner explore the pottery wheel, shaping and molding clay together to create unique water jugs. No prior experience is needed.

• PA Day Fun for Kids 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM | February 14 (more info)

  • Location: OPL: Glen Abbey Branch, White Oaks Branch, Iroquois Branch, Woodside Branch

  • Description: Looking for something fun to do on a PA day? Join us for a morning filled with stories, scavenger hunts, crafts, games, building activities, and more! This event is designed for children ages 5-8, and caregivers must remain present at all times.

Thank You!

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