Registration for Illumina is Now Open!
We’re excited to announce that registration for the Molinaro Group’s new condominium project – Illumina – is now open! Coming soon to Burlington’s downtown west at Brock Avenue and Ontario Street, The Molinaro Group is excited to build upon the bright future of Burlington with Illumina, this time only a 10 minute walk north of Lake Ontario and Spencer Smith Park! Register now at illuminacondos.ca to stay up to date on information and secure your opportunity to be one of the first to purchase a home at Illumina: Burlington’s new light. At The Molinaro Group, we’re building a better Burlington. We hope you’ll join us.
Burlington Spotlight: July Events & Happenings
So many exciting things are happening in Burlington this July, it’s easy to find something everyone will love. Here are our top 5 suggestions for things you need to check out! Canada Day Celebrations Head over to Spencer Smith Park on Monday, July 1st from 2PM – 10PM for a collection of Canadian-inspired activities and entertainment. Free shuttle buses to and from the event are available and will be running on a continuous loop every 20 minutes between 2PM and 11PM. Entertainment includes multiple dance shows, a welcome from Mayor Meed Ward, a performance by award-winning Canadian musician Johannes Linstead, and of course – fireworks! Movies Under the Stars Across multiple parks on Thursdays all summer, the city of Burlington is holding “Movies Under the Stars” where you and your family can enjoy a free outdoor movie! All movies start at 9PM, weather permitting. There are 4 movie nights in July: Thursday, July 4th – Nelson Park “Megamind” Thursday, July 11th – Orchard Park “Planes: Fire and Rescue” Thursday, July 18th – Central Park Bandshell “Annie” Thursday, July 25th – Earl Court Park “Monsters Inc.” Don’t forget to come early and bring lawn chairs/blankets! Parking and restrooms are available on site. Follow the Burlington Events Twitter account – @BurlEvents – for confirmation that the movie is showing. Burlington Downtown Car Show Burlington’s 5th annual Downtown Car Show is happening on Saturday, July 6th from 10AM to 4PM. Head down to Brant Street in the heart of the city, to check out vehicles of all ages, classes, and types. Plus, take a walk on the red carpet to admire the amazing collection of “Super Cars” on Elgin Street. The event is guaranteed fun for the whole family, with something for everyone including live music on the terrace of the Burlington Performing Arts Centre, sidewalk sales, local merchants and automotive vendors. Admission is free so come check it out! Concerts in the Park Trying to get your groove on? Look no further than the Central Park Bandshell, where there will be live music acts playing all summer. Starting at 7:30PM on Wednesdays and Sundays, the Central Park Bandshell will be rocking with music for all tastes and types. So grab your blanket or lawn chair and come enjoy an evening of music under the open sky. July band schedule: Wednesday, July 3 – Dixieland Plus Sunday, July 7 – 12/4 Swing Wednesday, July 10 – Mississauga Concert Band Sunday, July 14 – Sophisticated Swing Wednesday, July 17 – Silver Swing Big Band Sunday, July 21 – Galt Kiltie Band Wednesday, July 24 – Swing Line Sunday, July 28 – Lincoln Concert Band Wednesday, July 31 – The Barbara Jordan Swing Septet Ontario Parks Celebrates: Healthy Parks Healthy People Looking for more ways to get outside and get active? For one day only on Friday, July 19th, access to Bronte Creek Provincial Park is absolutely free. There are tours and special activities available all day, so be sure to bring the whole family. There are five amazing hiking trails that perfectly showcase the beauty of the park, a Children’s Farm with live farm animals, disc golf, and the beautifully restored turn-of-the-century Spruce Lane Farm House, original built in 1899 – don’t forget to visit the turkeys! No matter your tastes, there’s something for everyone this July in Burlington. So get outside and enjoy your city – we’re sure you’ll be pleasantly surprised!
Burlington Spotlight: Top 10 Coffee and Bake Shops
Burlington is full of sweet treats and freshly baked goods. Take a look at this top 10 list of Coffee and Bake Shops in Canada’s Best Mid-Sized City and leave a comment with your recommendations! 1). Kelly’s Bake Shoppe Kelly’s Bake Shoppe has been heaped with well-deserved praise since they first opened their doors in 2012. In fact, they were named to Buzzfeed’s Top 25 Cupcake Shops Around The World To Eat At Before You Die. It may sound impossible, but Kelly’s has created a full, delicious menu of cupcakes that are gluten-free, dairy-free, egg-free, butter-free, vegan, and peanut-free, while using natural ingredients and flavours. “I’ve never had anything but an amazing experience here. From the cupcakes and cookies, to the root-beer floats – and now a delicious birthday cake!” Hours Monday: 9am to 5pm Tuesday to Saturday: 9am to 9pm Sunday: 11am to 9pm Address 401 Brant St., Burlington https://www.kellysxo.com/ 2). MollyCake MollyCake puts a special focus on creating custom special occasion and celebration cakes, made with the best ingredients including real butter, fresh eggs, top quality chocolate, and Madagascar vanilla bean paste. Stop in to choose from their selection of French Macarons, Whoopie Pies, PushPop Cake Pops, ‘The’ Cookie, Salted Caramels, and Gourmet Marshmallows. Hours Monday: Closed Tuesday to Thursday: 10am to 6:30pm Friday: 10am to 7pm Saturday: 10am to 6pm Sunday: 11am to 5pm Address 361 Brant St., Burlington http://mollycakeonline.com 3). Cakes Sweets & Treats Cakes Sweets & Treats has a reputation and commitment to making each gourmet dessert memorable by combining high quality, fresh ingredients to ensure that every product looks and tastes delicious. “Was driving around Burlington today and happen to come across cakes sweets & treats, so glad we did! Muffins are super moist and the pastries as delicious will definitely be making a drive up to Burlington very soon!” Hours Monday: Closed Tuesday to Friday: 10am to 5pm Saturday: 9am to 4pm Sunday: 9am to 1pm Address 1600 Kerns Rd., Unit 3, Burlington http://www.cakessweetstreats.com/ 4). The Sunshine Doughnut Co. The Sunshine Doughnut Company offers Burlington a tasty selection of handcrafted doughnuts and coffee, that are always full of love. “My boyfriend and I came here for the first time yesterday. Doughnuts were gigantic! They were also the best doughnuts I’ve ever had, no lie. I find that for the size and taste of the doughnuts, they are well worth the price. Will definitely be coming again.” Hours Monday to Friday: 8am to 4pm Saturday to Sunday: 9am to 4pm Address 439 Brock Ave., Burlington http://www.sunshinedoughnuts.com/ 5). L.A. Cupcake Boutique & Cakes Since 2012, L.A. Cupcake Boutique and Cakes has been baking from scratch using only the finest ingredients. And while their specialty is cupcakes, full-sized cakes are available on request, and you can find treats including cookies, cake pops and assorted fresh baked bars daily. Stop in to choose from the 16 varieties of cupcakes available at L.A. Cupcake Boutique and Cakes daily! “We recently ordered cupcakes for my daughter’s sweet 16. My daughter and I were very happy with the look of the cakes and the party goers were raving about how great the cupcakes tasted.” Hours Monday: Closed Tuesday to Wednesday: 10am to 6pm Thursday to Friday: 10am to 7pm Saturday: 10am to 5pm Sunday: 10am to 4pm Address 2500 Appleby Line, Burlington http://www.lacupcake.ca/ 6). Nothing Bundt Cake Made fresh daily using real eggs, real butter, and real cream cheese, Nothing Bundt Cakes are top quality for any occasion. Visit the Burlington shop to choose from 10 delicious bundt cake flavours and forty unique cake designs. And while you shop, pick from a unique selection of gifts, cards, and inspired decorator items. Hours Monday to Wednesday: 9am to 6pm Thursday to Friday: 9am to 7pm Saturday: 9am to 6pm Address 3350 Fairview St., Unit 15, Burlington http://www.nothingbundtcakes.com/bakery/on/burlington-ontario 7). Sinful Desserts Since 1996, Sinful Desserts has been serving Custom Wedding Cakes, Novelty Cakes, Birthday Cakes, Anniversary Cakes, Special Occasion Cakes, European Pastries, Pies, Flans, Individual Desserts, Cupcakes, Petit Fours, Chocolate Dipped Strawberries and more. “You will understand the name once you taste the pastries. Everything is made from scratch. It is sinfully delicious.” Hours Monday to Friday: 9am to 5pm Saturday: 10am to 3pm Sunday: Closed Address 3504 Mainway, Burlington http://www.sinfuldesserts.ca/ 8). Marco’s Bakery Marco’s Bakery bakes daily, offering fresh artisan breads, pastries, burek, sandwiches, meals, and sweets to Burlington. Open seven days a week, Marco’s Bakery is ready and waiting for you to stop in. “A great find, that makes delicious homemade Burek and Baklava. Wonderful staff that are very courteous and helpful. Highly recommend Marco’s Bakery!” Hours Monday to Friday: 9am to 7pm Saturday: 9am to 6pm Sunday: 10am to 5pm Address 3500 Fairview St., Unit 4, Burlington https://www.marcosbakery.net/ 9). The Brick Oven Bakery Opened in 1982, The Brick Oven Bakery has been serving Burlington for 35 years. With freshly baked daily offerings of breads, pastries, pizza, and deli options, their motto of “You’re only as good as your last batch” is lived up to every day. “The pizza is the best in Burlington, the breads are phenomenal, the chicken parmesan is the best lunch anywhere planetwide and the eggplant parmesan is perfection!” Hours Monday to Thursday: 8am to 6pm Friday: 8am to 7pm Saturday to Sunday: 8am to 6pm Address 2501 Guelph Line, Burlington http://thebrickovenbakery.ca/ 10). Lakeshore Coffee House Lakeshore Coffee House is dedicated to serving the best fair trade organic coffees from around the world to coffee lovers in Burlington. With unique beverage options to go with a food menu that includes sandwiches, soups, salads, quiche, pastries and ice cream, Lakeshore Coffee House is the perfect stop for lunch, dinner, or dessert. Hours Sunday to Friday: 9am to 9pm Saturday: 8am to 10pm Address 2007 Lakeshore Rd., Burlington http://lakeshorecoffeehouse.com/
2019 Close to our Hearts Gala – Come from Away
For the past two years Vince and Tina Molinaro have had the honour of being the Co-Chairs at this incredibly important Gala for Carpenters Hospice. Their efforts have helped to raise over $400,000 for the organization. They are pleased to be Chairing the 2020 Gala and look forward to raising even more money for this important part of the Burlington Community. Carpenter Hospice is a home in the heart of Burlington that offers both residential-based care to people in the last stage of their lives, and community-based programs for people dealing with grief or a life-limiting illness.
2018 Close to our Hearts Gala – Eat Well, Laugh often, love much.
Vince and Tina Molinaro are looking forward to a night of fun and celebration as they proudly serve as Co-Chairs at the 17th annual gala in support of Carpenter Hospice. The 2018 Close to Our Hearts Gala theme is Casa Calabria – a vibrant, Italian theme. Mangia bene, ridi spesso, ama molto. Eat well, laugh often, love much. Carpenter Hospice is a home in the heart of Burlington that offers both residential-based care to people in the last stage of their lives, and community-based programs for people dealing with grief or a life-limiting illness. Click here to see the image gallery from the evening on the Facebook page.
