Notes of Interest

Galerie Ouest in Ste. Anne de Bellevue (37 St. Thomas St.) is holding an exhibition of paintings by Bernie Goulem from June 11 to 16. The vernissage will be on the 11th from 7 to 9:30 p.m. For details call 514-695-8249. Stewart Hall Gallery in Pointe Claire (176 Lakeshore Rd.) is holding an exhibition of portraits by Eric Simon entitled West Island Kids until June 13. For information call 514-630-1254. Sea Shells and the Sea Floor is the title of a free exhibition in the children’s corner at Stewart Hall in Pointe Claire (176 Lakeshore Rd.) featuring ocean treasures presented by the Club Mineralogie de Montreal. The display can be viewed from June 14 to Sept. 13. For information call 514-630-1220. Galerie de la ville in Dollard des Ormeaux (12001 de Salaberry Blvd.) will host an exhibition of paintings by Patricia Morris until June 28. Artists of the month Ann Markwick de Benedetti and Kathy Leggatt will display their paintings at the Dorval Library (1401 Lakeshore Dr.) until the end of June. Call 514-633-4000 for details. Forest and Stream Club in conjunction with the Dorval Historical Society will present an exhibition at the Dorval Museum of Local History (1850 Lakeshore Dr.) until Aug. 30. Trace the roots of this influential private club every Thurs. to Sun. from 1 to 5. For information call 514-633-4314 or 514-633-4170.

Battle of the Bands invites local musicians to sign up forthe 5th annual all-ages, all-genres showcase June 26 at Centennial Park (288 Beaconsfield Blvd.). Register by June 10 by calling 514-428-4480. Café Theatre 2009 will be presented by the Lakeshore Players June 11 to 13 at 8 p.m. at the Sarto Desnoyers Centre (1335 Lakeshore Dr.) in Dorval. On the bill of fare are six entertaining short plays. Tickets are $10 and may be purchased at the door beginning at 7. There will also be a cash bar. For information call 514-631-8718. Cantabile choir and orchestra under the artistic direction of Peter Willsher will present Mozart’s Requiem June 13 at 7:30 p.m. at Ste. Genevieve United Church (16037 Gouin Blvd. W.). For tickets call 514-790-1245. T.W.I.G.’s in Ste. Anne de Bellevue (85 Ste. Anne St.) will present an open mike evening of original poetry, prose, and music June 16 at 7:30 p.m. Guest MC will be Ralph de Smit. People are invited to submit their work to the Season II chapbook, join the ‘poetry party,’ win prizes, and more. For information call 514-457-3144. Concerto Della Donna under the direction of Iwan Edwards will perform at St. Mark’s Anglican Church in Dorval (865 Lakeshore Dr.) June 17 at 8 p.m. Tickets can be purchased at the door at a cost of $20, or $10 for students/seniors. For information call 514-631-3601. Watoto Children’s Choir will present a free concert June 17 at 6 p.m. at Lakeshore Evangelical Church in Dorval (470 Brookhaven Ave.). For information call 514-631-7249 or visit www.lakeshorechurch.ca. Kirkland Concert Band will present a free concert June 17 at 7:30 p.m. at Harris Park (corner of Brunswick Blvd. and Henri D’Aoust St.). Bring a chair. For information call 514-457-6987.

Rosie Animal Adoption will be the beneficiary of a car wash which will be held by the Beaconsfield Rescue Squad June 13 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the parking lot of Christmas Park School (422 Beaconsfield Blvd.). West Island Women’s Shelter will be the beneficiary of a giant garage sale hosted by Royal Lepage Village June 13 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Plaza Pointe Claire on St. John’s Blvd. To reserve a table, call 514-694-2266 ext. 314. AVATIL Walk-a-thon will be held June 13 beginning at 2 p.m. from 40th to 10th avenues in Lachine, with proceeds going to services for its mildly intellectually handicapped clients. To make a donation or for more info call 514-634-8944. Share the Warmth Foundation in Point St. Charles will be the recipient of a school supplies collection by Mrs. Barry’s ethics class at St. Thomas High School in Pointe Claire (120 Ambassador Ave.). Donations of new pencils, erasers, loose-leaf paper, and notebooks can be dropped off until June 15. Volunteer West Island will hold its 9th annual golf tournament June 22 at the Whitlock Golf and Country Club in Hudson. The theme is Help Us Break Isolation for Seniors; proceeds will help support Meals on Wheels, a ‘handy person’ service, computer classes, square dancing, and other programs. To register visit www.cabvwi.org.

Police officers from Stations 1 and 4 (covering St. Anne de Bellevue and Dollard des Ormeaux, respectively) will hold a carwash this Saturday, June 13, to raise funds for the Special Olympics. Bring your car around between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. at the parking lot near Maxi in Pointe Claire, 6381, Transcanadienne.

Ste. Anne farmers’ market is open every Saturday rain or shine from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. On sale are organic products and produce, including honey, meats, goat cheese, baked goods, and more. Snacks will be available throughout the day, and musicians will entertain. The market is located in the parking lot across from the town hall (109 Ste. Anne St.). The Shoppe at Beaconsfield United Church (202 Woodside Ave.) is open Thursdays from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Good quality used clothes sold at reasonable prices. Boutique 24 at Union Church (24 Maple Ave.) in Ste. Anne de Bellevue will hold its annual half-price closing sale June 18 from11 to 3 p.m. The shop reopens Sept. 10. Donations of used clothing, household items, and books are welcome. Call 514-457-5819.

Cruisin’ at the Boardwalk waterfront car show will be presented by Restaurant Annie’s in Ste. Anne de Bellevue June 13. Over 100 vintage cars and hot rods will be on display, and there will be a vendor’s corner as well as music from the 50s and 60s. The show will be followed by the annual duck race for the Lakeshore General Hospital; tickets will be on sale throughout the day. For information call Steven Bracken at 514-705-0909 or visit www.cruisinattheboardwalk.ca. Pointe Claire Canoe Club celebrates is 20th anniversary June 13 beginning with a BBQ at the club (75 Lakeshore Rd.). That evening there will be a buffet, cash bar, and entertainment by the band Augie at the Bob Birnie Arena. For tickets call 514-630-1256 or visit pccanoekayak.ca. Kirkland Day will be held from on June 13 at Parc des Benevoles. Highlights include a BBQ, pony rides, mascots, inflatable games, fireworks, and more. For more information about this event or other activities this summer visit www.ville.kirkland.qc.ca. Startin’ Summer Picnic will be held June 16 from 6 to 8 p.m. on the grounds of the Dorval Library (1401 Lakeshore Dr.). The Lakeshore Concert Band will perform, and there will be stories and face-painting for children. Bring supper and a blanket; dessert will be provided by Friends of the Library. In case of rain the event moves to the cultural centre (1335 Lakeshore Dr.). For info call 514-633-4170. Word of Mouth Singles will host a Mix ‘n Mingle BBQ and dance party June 23 at 5:30 p.m. at La Cabane bar and grill in St. Laurent (8305 Cote de Liesse). The band Jetblack will perform, and there will be a cash bar. Tickets are $25 at the door, or $20 if pre-paid by the 18th. Call 514-421-1672 or 514-369-9290. A refreshing experience of faith and community is held on the West Island every Sunday at 10:30 a.m. Also available are KidsQuest and child care. For information call 514-626-6477 or visit ThewestsideGathering.com. Singles Breakfast and Dinner Club meets Sundays from 9 to 10:30 a.m. at the Topaze in Plaza Pointe Claire (317 St. John’s Blvd.). There are also monthly dinner dances and other activities for people over 50. Call 514-421-8799.

West Island Amateur Radio Club meets June 15 at 7:30 p.m. at Lakeside Heights Baptist Church (275 Braebrook Ave.) in Pointe Claire. All interested in amateur (HAM) radio welcome. For details visit www.pubnix.net/wiarc. West Island Women’s Centre will hold its annual general meeting June 16 at 12:30 p.m. in Pointe Claire (70 Belmont Ave.). A buffet luncheon will be available. All welcome. RSVP by calling 514-695-8529. West Island Association for the Intellectually Handicapped will hold its annual general meeting and a public information session June 17 at 7:30 p.m. at the Dollard des Ormeaux Civic Centre (12001 de Salaberry Blvd.). All welcome. For information call 514-694-7090. Mensa Montreal will meet for supper June 17 at 6:30 p.m. at Cage aux Sports in Pointe Claire (6321 Trans-Cda. Hwy). All welcome. For information visit redheadate009@gmail.com. <@Rb>Stitch and Bitch Club<$p> meets Tuesdays at 1 p.m. at Maison de Calico in Pointe Claire village (324 Lakeshore Rd.). Participants are invited to bring a current project and enjoy a social afternoon of stitching free of charge. For information call 514-695-0728. Lakeshore Coin Club meets the third Tuesday of every month at 7:30 p.m. at Stewart Hall in Pointe Claire (176 Lakeshore Rd.) Guests welcome. Call 514-843-3365. Creative Writers’ Association is looking for members interested in expressing themselves through fiction, non-fiction, poetry, and prose. For details call 514-421-4245 or cwa@videotron.ca. Executives Available provides services and support to unemployed 40+ executives and managers. Call 514-697-2227 for information. One Parent Families Association meets every Saturday for breakfast and social activities. All are welcome. For more information, call 514-685-2717. West Island Quilters Guild meets at the Church of the Resurrection (99 Mount Pleasant Ave.) in Pointe Claire on the second and fourth Thursday of the month from 7:30 to 9:30 a.m. New members are welcome. For more information, call Beverly at 514-697-4961. West Island Writers’ Association welcomes aspiring and published writers of fiction, non-fiction, poetry, etc. The group meets every second Thursday of the month in Pierrefonds to share ideas and explore publishing opportunities and other resources in an atmosphere of mutual support. For information call 514-624-0378 or visit http://westislandwriters.org. DdO Toastmasters meet Mondays at 7:30 p.m., at Sunnybrooke Chalet (100 Cadman St.). For more information, call Pat at 514-684-9626. Dorval City Toastmasters Club meets at Sarto Desnoyers Community Centre in Dorval (1335 Lakeshore Dr.), on Thursdays at 7:30 p.m. For more information, call 514-696-5973. Pointe Claire Toastmasters meets Wednesday evenings at St. John’s United Church in Pointe Claire (98 Aurora Ave). For more information call 514-697-4728.

Protecting Your Assets, Your Loved Ones, and Yourself is the title of a seminar on estate, financial, and funeral planning June 16 at 7 p.m. at BMO Nesbitt Burns in Pointe Claire (91 Holiday St., suite 110). RSVP by June 12 by calling 514-631-2367. Violin and flute workshops for children and adults are currently taking registration by appointment only. For information call Stewart Hall in Pointe Claire (176 Lakeshore Rd.) at 514-630-1220., Summer cultural workshops at Stewart Hall in Pointe Claire (176 Lakeshore Rd.) begin later this month. Registration is under way; among classes for children, teens, and adults are pottery, ballet, tai chi, languages, and more. For details call 514-630-1220. Laughter Yoga Centre has officially opened in Roxboro (514 Commercial Centre). For information call 514-684-7167. Making New Connections invites recently arrived immigrant women to participate in a free program which provides information about the local school system, employment, recreational activities and other services. The group meets Tuesdays from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. in Pointe Claire (501 Delmar Ave.). Free child care available for preschoolers. To register call the West Island Women’s Centre at 514-695-8529.

Magic Circle Preschool at Sherwood Forest School in Beaconsfield offers a bilingual program for three and four-year-olds five days a week. Registration is under way for September; call 514-893-7401. Dorval Elementary School Pre-K offers a bilingual, structured program to four-year-olds. Children do not have to satisfy eligibility requirements for English schooling in Quebec. For details call 514-947-7899. Busy Fours Preschool operates a morning program at St. John the Baptist Church (233 Ste. Claire Ave.) in Pointe Claire. Painting, music, introduction to French, and more. Visit www.busyfours.com. Beaconsfield Creative Preschool, a non-profit bilingual preschool for three and four-year-olds, has ongoing registration in the Windermere Chalet (303 Sherbrooke St.). For more information, call 514-693-9191. Coolbrooke Park Preschool in Dollard des Ormeaux (260 Spring Garden Rd.) offers a bilingual program for three and four-year-olds. For more information call 514-684-1062 or 514-421-7565. Dorval Preschool Cooperative is holding registration for Sept. for three and four-year-olds. The co-op operates out of the Sarto Desnoyers Centre (1335 Lakeshore Dr.). To arrange a visit call 514-633-6705. Jardin d'enfants Beechwood in Roxboro (116 Cartier Ave.) has bilingual programs for children ages two to five. For more information, call 514-684-5087. Pat Roberts Centre in Ste. Geneviève (16167 Gouin Blvd.) offers a specialized preschool program for children from birth to five years of age with special needs. A formal diagnosis is not required. Registration is ongoing. For more information, call 514-696-5144.

Youth Cooperative community program at the West Island YMCA in Pointe Claire is looking for teens between ages 13 and 17 who would like to learn how to manage their own business and gain work experience. An information night will beheld June 18 from 5 to 6:30 p.m. For details call 514-630-5864 ext. 326. Summer reading club for children of all ages is getting under way at the Dollard des Ormeaux Library. There are also other activities for children up to the age of 12 as well as free Story Time sessions. For details call 514-684-1496. Explorers summer day camp for 12 to 17-year-olds is currently holding registration. Activities include sports, field trips to the Old Port and La Ronde, and more. Call the YMCA at 514-630-9864 ext. 326. Teen Zone provides a fun, safe environment where kids can enjoy themselves from 5 to 10 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays at the Sarto Desnoyers Centre (1335 Lakeshore Dr.) in Dorval. For info call 514-630-4066. Mother Goose Rhyme Time for parents and children up to the age of four is held every Monday from 10:30 a.m. to 11:45 p.m. at Riverdale High School in Pierrefonds (5060 Sources Blvd.). For information call Kim Lee at 514-336-0936. Family Story Hour for three and four-year-olds is held every Thurs. from 10:15 to 11 a.m. at Pointe Claire Library (100 Douglas Shand Ave.). Call 514-630-1218, ext. 1624. Pointe Claire Library (100 Douglas Shand Ave.) holds free activities for 12 to 17-year-old members Sun. afternoons and Thurs. evenings. Participants are also invited to submit entries to the Teen Art Zone. Call 514-630-1218 to register. Roxboro Library(110 Sources Blvd.) offers musical initiation for babies, Story Time for two to five-year-olds, and Musical Story Hour on Saturdays for one to five-year-olds. For more information, call 514-684-8247.

S.H.A.D. offers professional counselling and guidance to help people overcome mild to moderate depression and anxiety. For more information, call 514-684-9896 and leave a message. Vaccination clinic Weds. at HSSC/CLSC Pierrefonds is now open by appointment only. Call 514-626-4019. Narcotics Anonymous endeavors to help people overcome their drug problems. Call 514-249-0555 or visit www.eana-mtl.org. Grey Rights fifth edition is now available through West Island Citizen Advocacy. The bilingual book provides information for seniors on health and other services, wills, estates, and more. For information about obtaining a copy call 514-694-5850. Bereavement support for youths and adults is available through NOVA West Island at 514-695-8335 and through the West Island Palliative Care Residence, 514-693-3670 ext. 400. Breast cancer survivors are invited to join the West Island Dragons for dragon boat racing through October. The team trains Tues. and Thurs. from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Pointe Claire Canoe Club. Call 514-913-7675 for details. Overeaters Anonymous is a 12-step recovery program for compulsive overeaters, anorexics, and bulimics. There are no weigh-ins or dues. Call 514-488-1812. Pierrefonds Library offers a free delivery service to housebound readers. Call 514-620-4181. Dollard des Ormeaux Library delivers books to the doors of housebound members. Call 514-684-1496. Pointe Claire Library offers home delivery of materials to housebound readers. Call 514-630-1218.