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FASM Studio Tour 2024 – Au Plein Air

There are many interesting happenings around the Milton area. Vibrant outside activities can be seen especially during the summer months when citizens leave their cars at home or in a handy spot and spend their free time walking about, enjoying all that the town has to offer.

The Farmers’ Market attracts a multitude of citizens, many of whom rise early on Saturday Morning to buy fresh produce, meet friends, walk their dogs, listen to musicians, and also discover local artists,armed with paints and brushes painting au ‘Plein Air’. These talented people may be painting scenes at the market depicting swarms of local people around the colourful tents and shop fronts.

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MILTON SENIORS CENTRE

The annual event on June 19th recognized the volunteers at the Milton Seniors Activity Centre (MSAC). MSAC has more than 80 volunteers that help run programs, fundraising, food service and special events. Milton Town Staff said they could not operate the centre without the time and dedication provided by these volunteers. One highlight of the event was Miltonian Martha Shire receiving the Canadian Sovereign’s Medal for Volunteers which is the highest honour an individual can receive for Volunteer Service in Canada. Martha has volunteered for Milton District Hospital, the Canadian Red Cross, Friends of the Orphans as well as her continued volunteer work at the Milton Seniors Centre. Councillor Sarah Marshall served as Acting Mayor today to give Martha her medal and thank the many other MSAC volunteers who were in attendance

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EID FEST 2024 by ICCM

The Islamic Community Centre of Milton held a family friendly EID FEST on June 29th at their Masjid on 8069 Esquesing Line in Milton. The event was completed organized by youth members.“It was an honour and a privilege to thank and congratulate the organizers and everyone who supported the event”said MP Adam van Koeverden.“We are delighted to see our community come together in joy and unity for EidFest 2024. This event showcases the dedication and spirit of our youth, who worked tirelessly to make it a memorable day for everyone”said ICCM.The Islamic Community Centre of Milton is a Project of ICNA Canada.To learn more about them you can visit their website at icna milton.com

 

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MILTON AUTISM CHARITY GOLF TOURNAMENT

On June 15th at Granite Ridge Golf Club the Milton Autism group held a Charity Golf Tournament with many Milton residents volunteering and taking part.Milton Autism’s vision is to empower individuals with autism. They strive to create an inclusive society by providing support, resources, and services that enable individuals on the spectrum to reach their full potential.Through their efforts, they aim to foster acceptance, understanding, and equal opportunities for all members of the autism community.In addition to the Golf Tournament they also had some great raffle prizes donated by businesses to help raise funds in support of services for autism individuals and their families.“Thank you Milton, I would like to thank all our sponsors, donors,participants, partners, volunteers and organizers.

 

Together we were able to raise over $30,000 for autism in Milton! These funds will help fund and create recreational programs, support groups for caregivers, private movie screening sand many more initiatives for local families” said organizer Mustafa Sajid.

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SECRET GARDENS OF MILTON, 2024 TOUR

The Secret Gardens of Milton Tour is an annual event held by the Milton District Horticultural Society and is their main fundraiser.All proceeds go to growing Milton area gardens by purchasing plants,soil, mulch, and fertilizer. Planting and maintaining gardens are done by dedicated volunteers. The Milton gardens they help beautify so others may enjoy are:

•The Serenity Garden at Milton District Hospital
•Allendale Long Term Care Gardens
•Deborah’s Home Garden
•Sunny Mount Community Gardens

Gardens on the tour included both large and small, urban and rural.The tour also partnered both Milton Gardens with Milton Artists. At the locations you could meet local artists,talk to them and also at some see them in the process of creating new pieces. For more information about the society you can visit their website at www.miltonhortsociety.com

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