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CITY VIEW: For Santa and his elf, every day is Christmas

By Meredith MacLeod
Christmas performers David Milmine and Myke Hutchings – Santa Claus and Phineus the Elf – work year-round to bring the magic of the holidays to life. DAVID MILMINE was born and raised in Hamilton, growing up in Stoney Creek. With an education in business administration, he worked…
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Ho-ho-holiday markets in Hamilton, Burlington

By HCM
Ditch the screen because heading out to local seasonal bazaars, craft sales and markets is way more fun than online shopping. Plus you’ll be supporting local artists, artisans and causes. There's no better place to get into the holiday spirit than at the many craft and artisan…
Arts + Culture

Fans flocking to festive, family-friendly and musical fun

By Allison M. Jones
Burlington’s Santa the Panto and other seasonal productions in Hamilton, Ancaster and Waterdown are proving popular as the transition to the holiday season continues on local stages. Theatre Burlington’s Santa the Panto is a festive family-friendly show for the “young and young at heart,” and the company says…
Arts + Culture

Unwrap Joy: Your Ultimate Gift Guide for the Holidays

By HCM
Dive into our curated gift guide, where we’ve handpicked the perfect presents to delight friends, family, and even yourself! Explore ideas that cater to every personality and budget, ensuring that your gift-giving is not only memorable but also meaningful. Spread the Hamilton love!…
Arts + Culture

A Hamilton holiday staple

By Stephen Brunt
JR Digs has created a heartfelt Christmas show that brings together the city’s musical powerhouses for a fundraising show that simply aims to do some good. Let’s get one thing straight. The JR Digs Acoustic Christmas concert, which returns for the 17th time on Dec. 23, is not…
Arts + Culture

EXCLUSIVE: Beloved Casbah will soon stop rockin’

By Kerry Doole
One of Hamilton’s most important and vibrant live music venues will close in January to make way for condos, says owner and operator Brodie Schwendiman. The Casbah will soon rock no more.  That is the momentous news emanating from the corner of King Street West and Queen Street…
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FOR THE LOVE OF HAMILTON

By Meredith MacLeod
City Life

From YHM to Where? Las Vegas, Baby

By Sherri Telenko
Food + Drink

ON THE MENU: WHAT’S OPENED AND CLOSED ON THE LOCAL RESTAURANT SCENE

By Suzanne Zandbergen
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LIFE IN THE CITY

By HCM

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The legends of CHCH

By Stephen Metelsky
The Red Green Show, The Hilarious House of Frightenstein and Tiny Talent Time are enduring parts of the history of Hamilton and its TV station. As CHCH celebrates 70 years as a local television station in Hamilton this year, HAMILTON CITY Magazine delves into three of the iconic…
City Life

CITY VIEW: For Santa and his elf, every day is Christmas

By Meredith MacLeod
Christmas performers David Milmine and Myke Hutchings – Santa Claus and Phineus the Elf – work year-round to bring the magic of the holidays to life. DAVID MILMINE was born and raised in Hamilton, growing up in Stoney Creek. With an education in business administration, he worked…
Food + Drink

Burlington booms for foodies

By Diane Galambos
There are more than 30 eateries in the downtown corridor of Brant Street and its side streets. While working in Oakville, my commute passed through Burlington, which became somewhat central to my routines. It was a (temporary) period of estrangement from Hamilton. I have not become a…
Food + Drink

Gifts for the gourmet

By Suzanne Zandbergen
Appeal to the food lovers and culinary enthusiasts on your holiday shopping list with these unique ideas from local food artisans and entrepreneurs. The holidays are the best time to indulge in delicious food and drink, and to share the gift of special food with family…
Made in Hamilton

HOLIDAY GIVING: For DIYers and makers on your list

By Jason Allen
Hamilton is home to a range of stores and spaces that provide products and know-how that will appeal to any handy hobbiest. Some people love to get beautiful gifts that they can display or put to use as soon as they open them. Some of us prefer to…
Made in Hamilton

Spread the Hamilton love!

By Meredith MacLeod
Whether you're shopping for someone who was born and raised here, a newcomer or a Hamiltonian living elsewhere, there are plenty of choices when it comes to helping those on your holiday list show off their hometown pride. Seeing people out on the street wearing Hamilton gear or…
Made in Hamilton

Unwrap some local love

By Vanessa Green
Visit neighbourhood shops to find the perfect holiday gifts for everyone on your list. Hamilton and Burlington are home to an eclectic collection of gift shops – from charming and whimsical to bold and playful. Featuring locally made products that showcase our homegrown talent,…
Arts + Culture

HOLIDAY GIVING: Presence, not presents

By Kris Osborne
Spark joy and creativity with these must-have kids experiences. Ho-ho-hold up! Why settle for another toy that’ll be abandoned by New Year’s when we’ve got a sleigh-full of experiences that’ll make your kids’ eyes sparkle brighter than tinsel? Forget about assembly required…
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