Milton has a new Cricket League for youth! In December try-outs were held over several time periods where individuals were scored and placed in teams appropriately with the goal of making teams balance so team growth and even-handed competitiveness can be highlighted.
The Dance Shoppe “Milton’s Family Dance Studio!” a cherished Milton institution, celebrates its 30th anniversary under the guidance of its founder and director, Miss Ruth-Ann Gray (nee Hill).
The First Ontario Centre for the Arts Milton was the venue for the Induction Ceremony for the Class of 2023 into the Milton Sports Hall of Fame.
The Milton Muslim Moms held their Fundraiser Gala & Awards Night in November. It was a lovely affair, with good food, company and live music. Congratulations to…
• Sana Mir Volunteer of the Year
• Saroosh Fatima Entrepreneur of the Year
• Zena Chaudry Woman of Substance
• Aisa Mir Youth Leadership Award
Certificates of Appreciation were also awarded to Shaista Tariq, Syra Salam, Bushra Amir, Shazma Khan, Ayesha Kamran and Kiran Naveed for their volunteer contributions.
The Nutcracker Milton has been a holiday favourite for Miltonian’s for many years. The brainchild of Ashley SummersMacdonald and Kelly Summers the annual event was conceived with the idea of bringing together the greatest entertainers in Milton to celebrate the holiday season. Program highlights included a performance honouring Tchaikovsky’s traditional ‘Nutcracker’ ballet along with a mixed program of holiday favourites.
In a momentous development, Wilfrid Laurier University is set to welcome its inaugural students to the Laurier Milton campus in Fall 2024. This endeavor represents a culmination of years of collaborative effort between the university, the Town of Milton, and the Government of Ontario.
Recently, on October 16th 2023, FASM, the Fine Arts Society of Milton elected a new President, Diana Tuszynski. She replaces Past President Ursula McDermid, who has been a dynamic and inspirational leader of the artistic community during her long tenure. During Ursula’s time as President, several major public projects have been created by groups of FASM members: e.g: the beautiful (8ft x 33 ft) mural which is displayed for all to view in the lobby of the Milton & District Hospital; the Pan Am Mural hung in the Mattamy National Cycling Centre on Tremaine Road; the collaborative project with the Milton & District Canadian Federation of University Women: 100 yrs/100 Women for the CFUW’s 100 year anniversary.
Milton District Hospital Foundation (MDHF) Gift of Health Gala Presented by Mattamy Homes and Diamond Sponsor Chudleigh’s took place on Saturday, October 21. Together as a community, guests boogie down to tribute band Always ABBA, with the theme for the evening being I Have A Dream for Our Home, Our Hospital. MDHF’s dream remains the same, to continue to provide essential medical equipment into the hands of our caregivers to ensure quality healthcare close to home. MDHF are pleased to announce that the Gift of Health Gala raised $614,000! They would like to thank all the sponsors, donors, guests, and volunteers for sharing their dream for Milton District Hospital.
Join us for Santa at the Fairgrounds, December 2-3, 9-10, and 16-17, from 10am-4pm! Come take a photo with Santa Morgan and shop local vendors, then relax by our outdoor fire pits, where you can roast marshmallows for s’mores. Generously sponsored by LAJY Welding, Longo’s, A&R Landscaping, and Georgetown Woodworks. Located at the Milton Fairgrounds, 136 Robert Street. For more information, visit www.miltonfair.com
On September 6th, 2023 ISKCON Milton gathered at ISKCON Temple in Milton at 410 Bronte St South unit # 202-203 Milton ON L9T0H8. and celebrated the appearance day of Lord Krishna, who appeared 5200 years ago.