Milton Family Events for November 2012

Halloween is over, and the weather is starting to get chilly, but it is no time to be cooped up indoors.  There is lots going on in Milton during November, so put on your hat and mitts, and get ready to have some family fun!

November 5th to January 2nd

Season of the First Frost

10am to 4pm

Crawford Lake

www.conservationhalton.ca

November 10th

Yuletide Fayre - Grace Anglican Church

9am to 2pm

Grace Anglican Church, 317 Main Street East

November 10th & 17th

Early Christmas Marketplace

10am to 4pm

The Gallery Upstairs and Harrop Restaurant, 345 Steeles Avenue

www.thegalleryupstairs.com

November 11th

Remembrance Day Services

Starts at 2pm

Victoria Park cenotaph

www.miltonhistoricalsociety.ca

November 17th

Heritage Parade of Lights

Starts at 6pm

Country Heritage Park, 8560 Tremaine Rd.

www.countryheritagepark.com

November 17th and 18th

Christmas Open House With Santa

Springridge Farm, 7256 Bell School Line

www.springridgefarm.com

November 18th

Milton Santa Claus Parade

Starts at 2pm

Bronte St at Anne Blvd. to Main St to Winners/Shoppers Parking Lot

www.miltonsantaclausparade.ca

November 18th to December 24th

Christmastown

Mountsberg Conservation Area

www.hrca.on.ca

November 23rd & November 24th

Town & Country Christmas House Tour - United Way of Milton

Various locations

www.miltonunitedway.ca

November 24th

Christmas Bazaar

10am to 4pm

Hitherfield School, 2439 Tenth Sideroad, Campbellville

www.hitherfield.org

November 25th

Breakfast with Santa

8:30 am to 10:30am AND 12 Noon to 2pm

Rattlesnake Point Golf & Country Club, 5407 Regional Rd. 25

www.mdhf.ca


This post is written by Karen Bivand, a momstown Milton member who has a 22 month old son, Eric. 
For more Milton community events, also check out www.exploringmilton.com 

United Way Milton Christmas House Tour - November 2012

 

What a great way to get into the holiday spirit! Visit 5 houses and 1 church that have been professionally decorated for Christmas. Tickets will go on sale on Monday, October 15th.

NOV. 23 LIMO-TOUR TICKETS - $75 - SOLD OUT




NOV. 24 SELF-DRIVE TICKETS - $30 - 10 till 5 - Tickets still available!

AVAILABLE IN PERSON, BY TELEPHONE 905-875-2550 , OR AT

THE UNITED WAY MILTON OFFICE, 1 CHRIS HADFIELD WAY.

Limited Limo-Tour tickets available.

United Way Milton accepts payment by MasterCard, VISA, cash or cheque.

Saturday’s Self-Drive tickets will also be available at the following locations:

• A Country Mile -276 Main St. E., Milton
• Brancier Jewellers - Milton Mall
• Les Fleurs Kathleen - 136 Main St. E., Milton
• Maranatha Log House - 125 Main St. S., Campbellville, (Guelph Line)
• Milton Community Resource Centre - 410 Bronte St. S., Milton
• Oceana Whispers Floral Boutique - 13 Charles St., Milton
• Southside Paint & Wallpaper - 1030 Kennedy Circle, Milton, (Metro Plaza)
• Springridge Farm - 7256 Bell School Line, Milton
• The Flower Mill - 158 Mill St., Milton
• Holland Park Garden Gallery - 2243 Fairview St., Burlington

Tickets may be paid by cash or cheque ONLY . Payment by debit or credit card will not available through the above retailers.

 

Contest Alert: Go to our momstown Milton facebook page and find this post and "SHARE IT" for a chance to win a ticket to this magical event! Please put a comment when you have shared it.

 

momstown Milton: Mom of the month - Melissa Aquilina

Name:   Melissa Aquilina

Age:  33

Born In:  Belleville, Illinois (moved to Canada 2 ½ years ago)

Children’s name and age:  Addison – 5 ½ months old

Childhood Ambition:  Apparently I never knew “when I grow up, I want to be…”.  My mom told me that I always said “I don’t know what I want to be when I grow up”.  I’m guessing I was in the minority when it came to that (as most children have some sort of answer…even if it never happens).  As an adult, I still don’t know what I want to be when I grow up J                                                                                                                                                                                                                         

Fondest Memory: I always remember summer vacations and going to the waterpark with my brother and sister.  We’d all pile in the minivan and it was a several hour drive.  You’d think we’d drive each other crazy…but I think in all the excitement of getting there, it was the only time we’d actually get along.  We would count down the days until we went every year.

Wildest Dream: 
To travel the world.  There are so many amazing places out there just waiting for my family to visit them!

Proudest Moment: The birth of my daughter (followed closely by watching my husband look in amazement when he first saw our daughter) – it is still unbelievable to me!

Biggest Challenge: Becoming a mom.  You are suddenly responsible for this tiny person and there is no training manual or class that you can take that will teach you how to do it.  Every day is a new, but extremely rewarding, challenge.

Perfect Day:  Spending a day outdoors enjoying the sunshine (I’m definitely not a cold weather girl).  I’d enjoy a nice walk and a fabulous picnic with my family.  At the end of the day, I’d curl up on the sofa with an amazing book.  Nice and relaxing…just how I’d like it.

First Job:  Hostess in a restaurant

Indulgence:  Anything sweet…cookies, candies, chocolate, pretty much any dessert…I have a crazy sweet tooth!

Last Big Purchase: I guess it depends on what your definition of “big” is.  Our home was the biggest purchase I’ve ever made.  But a smaller, “big” purchase was my Michael Kors bag that I bought several months before my daughter was born (I have a bit of a love of handbags).

Favourite Movie or Favourite Sport?  My favorite sport is baseball.  I’m a huge St. Louis Cardinals fan (my hometown is about 20 minutes from St. Louis).  I was even able to go to the final game when they won the World Series in 2006…talk about an amazing experience.                                                                                        

How long have you been a member of momstown Milton? Almost 5 months

What has your experience been like being a member of momstown Milton?  Being a member has been amazing.  After moving here from the states, it took me some time to adjust and make friends…unfortunately most of those were single friends with no children.  Momstown has been amazing in helping me get out and meet other moms.  It was a great way to get involved in activities with my daughter, but to also have an opportunity to have “adult” conversation as well.  I’ve met some amazing mamas, and hope to continue those friendships for years to come.  Thanks so much Momstown…you’ve helped make the last 5 ½ months even more amazing!!

Think PINK…Let’s Talk About “Pinkeye”!

It’s cold and flu season….aka Pinkeye season 

Conjunctivitis, commonly known as pinkeye, is an inflammation of the conjunctiva, the clear membrane that covers the white part of the eye and the inner surface of the eyelids.

Pinkeye can be alarming because it makes the eyes extremely red and can spread rapidly. But it's a fairly common condition and usually causes no long-term eye or vision damage. Still, if your child shows symptoms of pinkeye, it's important to see an Optometrist ASAP!  Some kinds of pinkeye go away on their own, but others require treatment.

Causes 

Bacterial - Red, sore eyes with thick discharge that may make your eyelids stick together, especially after sleeping. This is very contagious.

Viral – Often occurs with a cold or flu. It is also highly contagious, and antibiotics don't help.

Allergic - Kids who have allergies already are more likely to get pinkeye than other children.  This type of infection is not contagious.  Artificial tears, antihistamine eye drops and oral medications are helpful.

Symptoms 

·         Discomfort in the eye (a “sandy” eye)
·         Redness of the eye and inner eyelid
·         Discharge from the eyes
·         Swollen eyelids
·         Sensitivity to bright light
·         Itchiness
·         Burning
·         Tearing

Preventing Pinkeye

·         Teach your kids to wash their hands OFTEN AND WELL with warm water and soap
·         DO NOT rub the eyes!
·         DO NOT share eye drops, tissues, washcloths, towels, or pillowcases
·         Wash your own hands thoroughly after touching an infected child's eyes
·         Throw away items like tissues or cotton balls immediately after they've been used to wipe the eye.
·         Wash towels and other linens that the child has used in very HOT water separately from the rest of the family's laundry
·         Eat fresh fruits and vegetables and get plenty of sleep
·         Keep windows and doors closed on days when the pollen is heavy
·         Dust and vacuum frequently to limit allergy triggers in the home

Treatments 

·         Antibiotic eye drops or ointment
·         Anti-allergy medication
·         Cool or warm compresses
·         Acetaminophen or ibuprofen
·         Removing contact lenses and throwing them away (for older children)

When to Call Your Optometrist 

If you think your child has pinkeye, it's important to contact your Optometrist ASAP to learn what's causing it and how to treat it.

If you or your children have an eye problem or would like a comprehensive eye examination, Milton Optometry welcomes all infants, toddlers and children (and their parents!).