Good morning Burlington. Happy Monday!

Here is what to expect in today’s issue:

  • 🥕 New Grocery Options + Trading Card Show

  • 🏒 Oldtimers Celebrate 50 Years + Cultural Exchange

  • 📅 Some events to keep you busy!

Thanks for being part of our growing community, let’s dive in!

~ Nick

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🥕 New No Frills Opening in Aldershot

Source: burlingtontoday.com

Aldershot will soon see a new No Frills at 1035 Plains Road East, opening Thursday, November 27 in the plaza already home to Fortinos. The store will replace the Treasure Hunt discount outlet, giving residents another nearby grocery option.

Many locals are pleased to finally have a more affordable choice close to home, while others question placing two Loblaw-owned stores side by side. Either way, it’s a big change for neighbourhood shopping.

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📚 Magic Returns at Telling Tales

The Telling Tales Festival is back at the Royal Botanical Gardens on October 4 and 5, bringing over 50 authors, illustrators, and performers for a free weekend of stories, music, and art. With tents for toddlers through teens, there’s something for every young reader.

Highlights include Inuit throat singer Tanya Tagaq and Adventure Time illustrator Matthew Forsythe, alongside local favorites. It’s a perfect fall outing to spark imagination for the whole family.

🃏 Card Show Coming to Town

Burlington Centre will soon be buzzing with collectors as the very first Cardex trading card show takes place on Saturday, October 11. With more than 50 vendors lined up, visitors can expect everything from vintage sports cards to the latest Pokémon packs, making it a dream event for longtime collectors and curious newcomers alike.

The show runs from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., giving plenty of time to wander and explore. Whether you’re searching for that elusive rare card, hoping to trade, or simply want to see what all the excitement is about, Cardex promises a fun, community-spirited day right in the heart of Burlington.

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🏒 Oldtimers Hockey Club Marks 50 Years

Source: burlingtontoday.com

The Burlington Oldtimers Hockey Club is celebrating 50 years, growing from an eight-team league in 1975 to nearly 50 teams today. Open to anyone over 35, the club is known for its focus on fun, fairness, and community spirit, while also raising more than $50,000 each year for local charities.

Beyond the ice, BOHC has built strong traditions, from Hall of Fame inductions to its own clubhouse. Anniversary plans include a Christmas dance this fall and a gala at the Royal Botanical Gardens in 2026, marking a half-century of hockey and giving back.

🌏 Japanese Visitors Tour Burlington

Source: burlingtontoday.com

A group from Tokyo visited Burlington last week through the Friendship Force exchange program, staying with local hosts and exploring the city’s natural beauty. Highlights included walks on the escarpment, time at Itabashi Garden, and a first-ever Canadian campfire for many.

The visitors also met Mayor Marianne Meed Ward at City Hall, sharing culture and conversation. The exchange offered a chance to build friendships while experiencing everyday Burlington life.

Monday, September 29
☀️ Pleasant and sunny
High: 21 °C | Low: 14 °C

Tuesday, September 30
☀️ Lots of sunshine
High: 21 °C | Low: 12 °C

Wednesday, October 1
🌤️ Sun with some high clouds, cooler & windy
High: 15 °C | Low: 11 °C

🥏 QB Cornhole Summer League
Mon 9/29 @ 6PM-9PM
QB Sports Bar Grill Games

💃 Hustle for Beginners
Mon 9/29 @ 7PM-7:45PM
Simply Ballroom Burlington

🧡 National Day for Truth & Reconciliation
Tue 9/30
Spencer Smith Park

📚 BPL Book Club – An American Marriage
Tue 9/30 @ 2PM-3PM
Burlington Public Library – New Appleby

👗 Fall Fashion Event – cabi On Tour
Tue 9/30 @ 5:30PM-7:30PM
Hypnosis Training Canada

🧘 Free Meditation Workshop
Tue 9/30 @ 6:30PM-8:30PM
Tansley Woods Community Centre

👵 National Seniors’ Day
Wed 10/1
Burlington

🎙️ Podcast Workshop – Listen to a Life
Wed 10/1 @ 2PM
Orchard Community Hub

🎵 Music Bingo Wednesdays
Wed 10/1 @ 7PM-10PM
Nickel Brook Brewing Co.

👶 Toddler Open Gym – Daytime Playtime
Thu 10/2 @ 10AM-11:30AM
6-1435 Norjohn Ct

💼 Business Networking
Thu 10/2 @ 12:30PM-1:30PM
Realty World Legacy

💼 She Means Business – Brand & Balance
Thu 10/2 @ 6PM-8:30PM
2080 Appleby Line

🧵 Beadwork & Anishinaabe Futurities w/ Dr. Twance
Thu 10/2 @ 6:30PM-7:30PM
Art Gallery of Burlington

🎉 Family Feud Game Night
Thu 10/2 @ 7PM-9PM
400 Brant Kitchen and Bar

🎹 Oscar Peterson Centennial
Thu 10/2 @ 7:30PM
Burlington Performing Arts Centre

Ladies’ Business Networking – October
Fri 10/3 @ 10AM-11:30AM
Centennial Hall, Burlington Public Library

🎨 Face Painting for Kids
Fri 10/3 @ 5:30PM-7:30PM
Boston Pizza Burlington North

🍺 Nickel Brook Beer Fest for CAFH
Fri 10/3 @ 6PM-11PM
Nickel Brook Brewing Co.

💆 Skin Care Workshop with Samples
Fri 10/3 @ 7PM-8:30PM
Oakville

🥕 Burlington Farmers’ Market
Wed 10/1, Fri 10/3 @ 8AM-2PM
Burlington Centre

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