Scott Brooks
@scottreabrooks1.bsky.social
Historian, Freelance Writer and Photographer from Acton, Ontario.
After yesterday's mild spell, today is not so nice with strong winds and freezing rain mixed with snow. A good day to stay in if you don't have to go anywhere!
February 18, 2026 at 6:26 PM
After yesterday's mild spell, today is not so nice with strong winds and freezing rain mixed with snow. A good day to stay in if you don't have to go anywhere!
Mugshot in the jail cell at the Acton Town Hall Centre as part of the Family Day Open House event.
February 16, 2026 at 6:33 PM
Mugshot in the jail cell at the Acton Town Hall Centre as part of the Family Day Open House event.
A recent thrift store find, this Coca-Cola tray. I love this reproduction of a billboard ad from April 1950 featuring a bright yellow 1950 Oldsmobile!
February 8, 2026 at 8:22 PM
A recent thrift store find, this Coca-Cola tray. I love this reproduction of a billboard ad from April 1950 featuring a bright yellow 1950 Oldsmobile!
Yesterday's tranquil view of the Black Creek at the intersection of Third Line and Glen Lawson Road.
February 7, 2026 at 4:10 PM
Yesterday's tranquil view of the Black Creek at the intersection of Third Line and Glen Lawson Road.
Be sure to read an article, on Halton Hills Today, about the recent launch of the Halton Hills Film Database! @haltonhills.bsky.social
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Was that movie or TV show shot in Halton Hills? New online archive has the answers
Posted by Scott Brooks in Halton Hills memories on Halton Hills SPACES
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February 2, 2026 at 8:30 PM
Be sure to read an article, on Halton Hills Today, about the recent launch of the Halton Hills Film Database! @haltonhills.bsky.social
haltonhills.spaces.ca/halton-hills...
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Got the Valentines tree all lit up just in time for February, glowing the dark nights red while spreading some love!
January 31, 2026 at 12:26 AM
Got the Valentines tree all lit up just in time for February, glowing the dark nights red while spreading some love!
A cold, but sunny and clear winter's day. Just look at that blue sky!
January 29, 2026 at 4:02 PM
A cold, but sunny and clear winter's day. Just look at that blue sky!
Today, being all snowy and cold, was a good day to stay inside to reflect on the accomplishments that have taken place and to contemplate the things yet to come. One thing, I know for sure, is more history work and plans are underway as I dream of warmer days! Stay tuned!
January 25, 2026 at 10:46 PM
Today, being all snowy and cold, was a good day to stay inside to reflect on the accomplishments that have taken place and to contemplate the things yet to come. One thing, I know for sure, is more history work and plans are underway as I dream of warmer days! Stay tuned!
A very frigid, but also very sunny evening just before the sunset! I love how the sun glows on the side of the old barn.
January 22, 2026 at 10:00 PM
A very frigid, but also very sunny evening just before the sunset! I love how the sun glows on the side of the old barn.
Out and about, once again, on the streets of Acton working on more history related projects, such as more videos and even a special online project! Stay tuned for more!
January 13, 2026 at 7:10 PM
Out and about, once again, on the streets of Acton working on more history related projects, such as more videos and even a special online project! Stay tuned for more!
A beautiful morning and start to 2026 with the sun out and giving a sparkle to the snow!
January 1, 2026 at 2:52 PM
A beautiful morning and start to 2026 with the sun out and giving a sparkle to the snow!
With today being the last day of the year, here's a collage of 12 photos that represent some of the many great times from the year that was. Happy New Year and all the best for 2026!
December 31, 2025 at 6:12 PM
With today being the last day of the year, here's a collage of 12 photos that represent some of the many great times from the year that was. Happy New Year and all the best for 2026!
In this edition of 'An Acton History Moment', Scott Brooks takes you through the history behind five street names of Acton, Ontario. Produced by Scott Brooks; December 2025
Watch the video here: youtu.be/MMlXZNpcw2M @haltonhills.bsky.social
Watch the video here: youtu.be/MMlXZNpcw2M @haltonhills.bsky.social
An Acton History Moment: Street Names of Acton
YouTube video by Vintage Acton
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December 27, 2025 at 2:03 PM
In this edition of 'An Acton History Moment', Scott Brooks takes you through the history behind five street names of Acton, Ontario. Produced by Scott Brooks; December 2025
Watch the video here: youtu.be/MMlXZNpcw2M @haltonhills.bsky.social
Watch the video here: youtu.be/MMlXZNpcw2M @haltonhills.bsky.social
More classic car model building in my future. Thanks to my brother John for this Christmas gift!
December 25, 2025 at 8:16 PM
More classic car model building in my future. Thanks to my brother John for this Christmas gift!
A snowy winter wonderland this morning on the farm, just ahead of Christmas
December 23, 2025 at 3:25 PM
A snowy winter wonderland this morning on the farm, just ahead of Christmas
We now have our Christmas tree decorated, shining all merry and bright! From our family to yours, we wish you a Merry Christmas! 🎄🎅 🎁
December 21, 2025 at 8:11 PM
We now have our Christmas tree decorated, shining all merry and bright! From our family to yours, we wish you a Merry Christmas! 🎄🎅 🎁
Despite it being cold, the snow makes for a beautiful and peaceful scene this morning at the Churchill cemetery ❄️
December 11, 2025 at 2:21 PM
Despite it being cold, the snow makes for a beautiful and peaceful scene this morning at the Churchill cemetery ❄️
Another snowy day out on the Fifth Line... a good day to stay home and watch it fall.
December 10, 2025 at 5:31 PM
Another snowy day out on the Fifth Line... a good day to stay home and watch it fall.
Today, December 4th, was the final stage of the Acton Bicentennial Time Capsule project - unveiling of the plaque at the burial site of the time capsule at Prospect Park. Again, thank you to everyone who supported this special project!
December 4, 2025 at 7:50 PM
Today, December 4th, was the final stage of the Acton Bicentennial Time Capsule project - unveiling of the plaque at the burial site of the time capsule at Prospect Park. Again, thank you to everyone who supported this special project!
A winter wonderland on the farm ❄️
November 30, 2025 at 4:17 PM
A winter wonderland on the farm ❄️
Since May 2022 I have been successfully writing about our local history with HaltonHillsToday, and now I am happy to announce I also will be writing history for MiltonToday! Stayed tuned starting next month for 2 local history articles per month on the history of North Halton!
November 28, 2025 at 3:50 PM
Since May 2022 I have been successfully writing about our local history with HaltonHillsToday, and now I am happy to announce I also will be writing history for MiltonToday! Stayed tuned starting next month for 2 local history articles per month on the history of North Halton!
The snow added a bit of magic to our Christmas display, making it truly sparkle!
November 28, 2025 at 1:36 AM
The snow added a bit of magic to our Christmas display, making it truly sparkle!
I was out shopping the other day and came across this cool looking Christmas tree ornament - a 1950s jukebox! The neat thing is it lights up and plays 'Santa Baby'. A great addition to my collection!
November 27, 2025 at 11:35 PM
I was out shopping the other day and came across this cool looking Christmas tree ornament - a 1950s jukebox! The neat thing is it lights up and plays 'Santa Baby'. A great addition to my collection!
Some content cows, now inside for the winter.
November 27, 2025 at 12:45 AM
Some content cows, now inside for the winter.
A beautiful morning to take the old Ford for spin before putting it away for the season.
November 24, 2025 at 3:02 PM
A beautiful morning to take the old Ford for spin before putting it away for the season.