Hedi Nowak likes to share her love for Art.“Art is healing” she said, “Art has so many healing components whether in the garden or on the wall. Art helps your mind to expand and be challenged. It helps you to recall memories and emotions. There’s a bit of soul in all the art here at the Gallery Upstairs!
Hedi and her family moved to Canada in 1956 from Germany. They owned the Bavarian Inn by the Milton Mall. That became well known for everyday dining and for European delicacies. In 1975 there was land available on Steeles that had belonged to the Harrop family who farmed there. They opened Harrop House July 15th, 1976. The much loved restaurant became a landmark in Milton.

The “Gallery Upstairs” was a special feature at the Harrop House. It was a place where customers could purchase remarkable items. It became a “must visit” destination for artists and those who delighted in unique and beautiful things. Works by celebrated artists such as Robert Bateman and Trisha Romance were frequently available for art connoisseurs. Local artists were encouraged to show their work there also.

International Yoga Day (June 21st) is a global celebration of peace, harmony, and well-being. This noble occasion brings together yoga enthusiasts from all walks of life to unite in a collective practice of mindfulness, meditation, and physical fitness. Organized by HSS (Hindu SwayamesevakSangh) the Milton event was held in the Milton Community Park by the Milton Sports Centre. Mayor Krantz helped officiate the event and mentioned both the physical as well as mental health benefits of Yoga, being good for both the mind and body.

Get ready to paint the town rainbow and be part of a historic moment as PRISM, Milton’s 2SLGBTQIA+ group holds its very first Pride Parade in Milton! Pride Halton will take place on Main Street from Brown Street to Charles Street from 2:00 PM – 2:30 PM. Pride Halton and PRISM are thrilled to promote diversity, acceptance and visibility for the 2SLGBTQIA+ community and allies. This incredibly important historical event is a huge step forward for the Town of Milton who has been an inclusive ally for a number of years. While the journey to amplify the message of acceptance and equality for all is ongoing, this remarkable Pride Parade event serves as an exceptional beginning.

The Townsend Smith Foundation believes every individual should have access to a dignified and caring end-of-life journey.  That is why they have been striving tirelessly to raise funds to build the 1^st North Halton hospice.  On May 13^th people across Milton and North Halton hiked, walked, bike or ran 5KM to raise over $27,000 dollars to date for this important cause.