WEST ISLAND CALENDAR

GALLERIES AND EXHIBITIONS The Dorval Library, 1401 Lakeshore Dr., presents an exhibition of paintings by Leslie Portsmouth until April 30. Call 514-633-4170.

Stewart Hall Art Gallery, 176 Lakeshore Rd. in Pointe-Claire, presents Field Recordings, Captations: Jim Holyoak - Matt Shane - Nick Kuepfer. Continues until May 28. Call 514-6301220, Local 1778. The Kirkland Library, 17100 Hymus

Blvd., presents an exhibition of paintings by Liza Foursa. Continues until April 29. Call 514-630-2726. The Dorval Museum of History and Heritage, 1850 Lakeshore Drive, is proud to present the exhibition Living Victorian Style, a Matter of Etiquette, as part of the 125th anniversary celebrations in Dorval. Starts Thursday, April 27 at 1 p.m. Continues until July 16. For more information, call 514-6334071. Beaconsfield Artists Association, a

non-profit organization, is holding its Spring Exhibition 2017 at Centennial Hall, 288 Beaconsfield Blvd. Vernissage is on Friday from 7 to 9:30 p.m. Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Proceeds from the sale of raffle tickets are donated to our partners AMCAL Family Services of Pointe-Claire, as well as a percentage of any art sales. For more information, call 514-426-2186.

Galerie de la ville, 12001 de Salaberry Blvd. in Dollard-des-Ormeaux, presents the exhibition Guilding Lights — recent works by teachers of classes for adults of the Dollard Centre for the Arts. Continues until Sunday. Call 514-684-1012, local 298. The Beaconsfield Library, 303 Beaconsfield Blvd., presents the exhibition Canada — a Celebration by the Beaconsfield Quilters Guild, scenes and symbols of our country. Continues until April 29. Call 514-428-4400, Local 4465. The Montreal Aviation Museum (MAM) formerly known as the Canadian Aviation Heritage Centre on McGill University’s Macdonald campus, 21111 Lakeshore Rd. in Ste-Anne-de-Bellevue, is open every Monday, Tuesday and Saturday from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Call 514-398-7948 or cahc-ccpa.com.

ARTS AND LETTERS

Murder on the Bluenose to Valdor 11. Show and 4-course meal on Saturday and on April 29 from 6 to 10 p.m. at Dorval Strathmore United Church, 310 Brookhaven Ave. in Dorval. Tickets: $40, $35 for seniors/

students. Call 514-631-9879 or visit dorvalstrathmoreunited.weebly.com.

Artists Circle of the West Island Art Show and Sale, for the benefit of WICS. Starts Friday and continues until June 2. Monday to Friday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday from 1 to 5 p.m. At Art Premier, 1385 Notre-Dame St. in Lachine. For more information, call 514-409-4065.

The Dollard Centre for the Arts free drop-in Art Hive for adults and seniors. Here is an opportunity to try out art materials, share your skills, learn, teach, play and make new friends. No experience necessary. Materials are provided. On Friday April 28 from 1 to 4 p.m. At the Art Studios of the Dollard Cultural Centre, 12001 de Salaberry Blvd. in Dollard-des-Ormeaux. Call 514-6841012, Local 213.

Art by the Water Exhibit & Sale. New guest artists joining the group are Isabella Brault and Mary Hughson. Hughson is the wife of the Montreal Gazette’s editorial cartoonist Terry Mosher, a.k.a. Aislin. Free admission with a chance to win a painting. On April 29 and 30 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. At the Beaconsfield Yacht Club, 26 Lakeshore Rd. Sale to benefit adolescent colon cancer. Call 514-695-1272 or 514-695-8107. Author Susan Doherty Hannaford will discuss A Secret Music on Wednesday at 7 p.m. at the PointeClaire Public Library, 100 Douglas Shand Ave. Free. Call 514-630-1218.

Cabaret du Chat Noir, a festive evening of cabaret entertainment to celebrate the arrival of spring, on Saturday at 8 p.m. at Union Church, 24 Maple St. in Ste-Ann-de-Bellevue. Tickets: $20. Call 514-453-7103 or Email langelier.jan@videotron.ca.

MUSIC Orchestre Métropolitain: The

Seven Last Words of Christ. Classical grand concert on Thursday at 8 p.m. at St. Joachim Church, 2 Sainte-Anne Ave. in Pointe-Claire. Tickets: $22, $16 for students/seniors. Call 514630-1220, Local 1774. Trio Regard Persan. World music on Sunday at 3 p.m. at the Pointe-Claire Cultural Centre, 176 Lakeshore Rd. Free, but passes required. Call 514630-1220, Local 1774. Octet Plus fundraising concert on

Tuesday at 7:30 p.m. at Summerlea United Church, 225 50th Ave. in Lachine. Donation: $15. Call 514-6342651. The Last Curlew. St. Columba concert on April 29 at 7:30 p.m. at the Church of St. Columba by-theLake, 11 Rodney Ave. in Pointe-Claire. Donation: $15, free for children. Call 514-364-3027.

SELF-HELP AND SUPPORT Friends for Mental Health offers the following upcoming support groups: Youth support group (14-18 years) for youth who have a parent or sibling with mental illness. Begins Monday from 4 to 5:30 p.m.; Grandparents support group (monthly group for caregivers who are grandparents). Begins Wednesday from 10 a.m. to noon; Bipolar personality disorder support group (for caregivers). Begins Monday from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Groups will meet at 750 Dawson Ave. in Dorval. For more information, call 514-636-6885. Caregiver’s Support Group offered

by the West Island Women’s Centre — eight-week support group facilitated by Deborah Young starting Thursday from 7 to 9 p.m. at 11 Rodney Ave. in Pointe-Claire. Free, donations welcome and you must register in advance. Call 514-781-8529.

My Tool Box: The Building Blocks to Self-Care — McGill University Health Centre’s chronic disease self-management program will resume in May. They offer practical and interactive workshops developed by the University of Stanford to help individuals (and caregivers) manage the day-to-day challenges of living with chronic health conditions such as heart disease, diabetes, multiple sclerosis, chronic pain, cancer, asthma, fibromyalgia, hypertension and arthritis. Workshops are free of charge and offered downtown, N.D.G. and Pointe-Claire. These six week, 2.5-hour workshops are offered at various times including morning, afternoon and evening. To register, visit mytoolbox.mcgill.ca or call 514934-1934, local 71585. The West Island Community Resource Centre is a community-based, non-profit organization that offers West Island citizens the resources and information they need, by phone, email and in person. They also offer resource publications and no-cost legal and tax clinics several times a year. Call 514-694-6404. Lou Gehrig’s Disease/SLA/ALS family caregivers support group meets on the first Monday of each month from 6 to 8 p.m. Offered by Nova West Island. Call 514-695-8335, local 209 or visit novawi.org.

DivorceCare, support group open to anyone struggling with the effects of separation or divorce on Tuesdays at 7 p.m. at St. George’s Anglican Church, 23 Perrault Ave. in Ste-Annede-Bellevue. One-time fee of $25 includes a workbook. Call 514-4576934 or visit divorcecare.org. GriefShare, seminar and support group for those going through loss and grief following the death of a loved one, every Tuesday at 7 p.m. at St. George’s Anglican Church. The program is designed to help support participants on the journey of grief and to help them to a place where they might find healing and hope. Call 514-457-6934 or visit griefshare.org. TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly)

is a low-cost non-profit organization that help with weight-loss support. They meet every Wednesday at 7 p.m. at Cedar Heights Park Chalet, 20 Robinsdale Ave. in Pointe-Claire. Visit tops.org. The West Island Cancer Wellness

Centre (WICWC) is an organization dedicated to improving the health and well-being of people living with cancer by providing free programs and services created to address their emotional, physical and spiritual needs. They are open Monday to Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 115 du Barry St. in Kirkland. Visit wicwc. orgor call 514-695-9355. Arthritis West Island Self Help

(AWISH) offers support and exercise programs to help individuals deal with arthritis and chronic pain. Spring program begins in April in Dorval, Dollard and Pierrefonds. Visit awishmontreal.org or call 514-6313288.

The Quebec Chapter of the Canadian Celiac Association is a nonprofit organization that is a national voice for people who are adversely affected by gluten, who are dedicated to improving diagnosis and quality of life. Their vision is to see the gluten problem found, treated and cured. They offer information and support in following a safe gluten-free diet. The organization relies on membership and donations. Visit celiacquebec.ca, email info@celiacquebec.ca or call 514-893-9856. New Moms support group, offered by the West Island Women’s Centre, meets on the first Tuesday of every month from 1 to 3 p.m. at St. Columba-by-the-Lake Church, 11 Rodney Ave. in Pointe-Claire. Free of charge. Free childcare available. To register, call 514-781-8529.

Gamblers Anonymous offers help to anyone suffering from a gambling problem. Call 514-484-6666 or visit gamontreal.ca.

The Family Resource Centre, a nonprofit organization designed to support children aged 6 to 25, parents and professionals, offers a variety of services to help youth who have social, academic and behavioural difficulties. They offer one-on-one social and study skills programs to help children develop necessary skills that will allow them to reach their full potential. Group formats offered every Tuesday from 4:30 to 6 p.m. in Pierrefonds. For more information call 514-685-5912. Literacy Unlimited, a community organization dedicated to empowering adults through improved literacy, offers free, confidential, one-on-one tutoring in reading, writing and basic computer skills. Call 514-694-0007 or visit literacyunlimited.ca.

The Family Life Centre offers shortterm counselling to West Island and Off-Island residents on issues affecting families, couples and individuals. Free or by donation. Call 514-6307794 or email familylifecentre@ gmail.com. Lou Gehrig’s Disease — SLA/ALS

Family Caregiver Support Group meets the first Monday of every month from 6 to 8 p.m. Offered by NOVA West Island. Call 514-6958335, Local 204. Compassionate Friends, an international self-help, non-profit organization, offers friendship, understanding, grief education and hope for the future to all bereaved parents. The Montreal chapter meets the first Tuesday of each month. Visit TCFCanada.net or call 438-257-0881.

LGBTQ Support Group for parents of a child who is lesbian, gay, bisexual or transgender or questioning their sexual identity. A discussion group meets on the second Thursday of each month from 7 to 9 p.m. at Beaconsfield United Church, 202 Woodside Rd. Share and discuss your concerns in a safe and confidential environment. Call 514-7945428 or visit lgbtq.youthcentre.ca.

Look Good, Feel Better. Free cosmetic and hair workshops for women living with cancer on the first Monday of the month at the Lakeshore General Hospital. To register, call 514630-2225, Local 1451.

HEALTH AND FAMILY Coffee and Cake with Dr. Joe Schwarcz. A seminar on health by keynote speaker Dr. Joe Schwarcz. On Saturday from 1 to 5 p.m. At Sarto Desnoyers Centre, 1335 Lakeshore Drive in Dorval. Free admission and food. No registration. For more information, visit www.sgsfitness.com or call 514-886-7576. Hearing Health (in French). Audiologists will explain presbycusis (loss of hearing caused by aging) and professional deafness (loss of hearing caused by noise at work) on Wednesday from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Beaconsfield Library, 303 Beaconsfield Blvd. They will also have hearing aids and different devices that assist hearing on hand to try. Free. Call 514428-4400, Local 4472. Sports Nutrition. Family workshop with Margot Lacoste, co-author of the book The Nutrition Edge for Hockey Performance, on Sunday from 2 to 3 p.m. at the Beaconsfield Library, 303 Beaconsfield Blvd. Free, but you must register. Call 514-4284400, Local 4465. GROUPS AND CLUBS Dorval Garden Club Meeting with Tony Spencer, a Canadian garden designer committed to finding beauty in the natural landscape, presents:

New Perennial Style Naturalistic Gardening (in English). On Monday at 7:30 p.m., at the Sarto Desnoyers Community Centre, 1335 Lakeshore Drive in Dorval. New members welcome: $15 residents, $20 nonresidents. Visitors $5. For more information visit www.dorvalhort. com or call 514-639-8184. The Montreal Chapter of the

Canadian Aviation Historical Society meets on Thursday at 11 a.m. at the Pointe-Claire Legion Hall, 365 St-Louis St. Dr. John Maris will give a lighthearted yet informative testpilot’s perspective on the history of cockpit human factors. Cost: $5, includes light lunch. Call 450-4631998. The Lakeshore Camera Club meets

every Monday at 8 p.m. at Stewart Hall, 176 Lakeshore Rd. in PointeClaire. Non-members are welcome to attend a meeting before deciding to join. Visit lccphoto.org.

CHILDREN AND TEENS Plastique. Children’s show (in

French for ages 5+) in honour of Earth Day presented by Puzzle Theatre on Friday at 7 p.m. at the PointeClaire Cultural Centre, 176 Lakeshore Rd. Free, but passes required. Call 514-630-1220, Local 1774. Sports and hobbies The Lakeshore Weaver Guild holds

a demo Sunday from 2 to 4 p.m. at Stewart Hall, 176 Lakeshore Rd. in Pointe-Claire. Free. Call 514-6301220.

SENIORS Cummings West Men’s Breakfast

Series presents Steve Oleschuk who will discuss Baseball: The Thinking Man’s Game on Tuesday at 8:30 a.m. at 96 Roger Pilon Blvd. in Dollard. Cost: $10, $5 for members. Call 514624-5005, Local 231.

Senior Men’s Contract Bridge

every Tuesday from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Pointe-Claire Curling Club, 250 Lanthier Ave. in Pointe-Claire. Cost: $5. No partner or commitment required. Call 514-697-4159. Senior Men’s Open Duckpin Bowling every Friday at 1 p.m. at Valois Bowling Lanes, 62 Donegani Ave. in Pointe-Claire. Call 514-892-6689.

ETC. Earth Day at Le Nichoir. In Celebration of Earth Day, Le Nichoir and Nancy Farnum from 2 Barn Owls are coming together to pay tribute to Earth’s life and ecosystems. On Saturday from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. At Le Nichoir and the Clarke Sydenham nature reserve, 637 Main Road in Hudson. For families with children of 6 years and older. Registration is required through Le Nichoir by phone at 450-458-2809 or by email at education@lenichoir.org. Community Garage Sale at

Christmas Park School. Tables can be rented for $30 or bring your own table for $20 to participate and sell your unwanted goods during this community garage sale. All proceeds will benefit our school library. There will be baked goods, refreshments, etc. On Saturday from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. At Christmas Park Elementary School, 422 Beaconsfield Blvd. in Beaconsfield. To reserve a space on a first come, first served basis, contact Dawn Briand at dawnbriand@ me.com or call 514-887-4432. Perpetual Garden. Professional landscape designer Liliana Perodeau will give an interactive presentation of photography and music showing how her prize-winning garden has changed and grown throughout the seasons on Saturday at 2 p.m. at the Kirkland Library, 17100 Hymus Blvd. in Kirkland. Free, but you must reserve. Call 514-6302726, Local 3216. Boutique 24 — Thrift shop is open every Thursday from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. and the last Friday from 6 to 9 p.m. and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Union Church, 24 Maple Ave. in Ste-Anne-de-Bellevue. Call 514-453-2902.

Thrift Shops for NOVA offer clothing for the whole family, footwear, books, household items, jewelry, etc. Thrift shop and used book shop, 43 Ste-Anne St. in Ste-Anne-de-Bellevue. Call 514-457-1642. Thrift shop at 2750 St-Charles Blvd. in Kirkland. Call 514-697-6692. Furniture and Used Book Thrift Shop, 449 Beaconsfield Blvd. in Beaconsfield. Call 514694-8417. All are open from Tuesday to Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Donations welcome. Visit thriftshopsfornova.com.

VOLUNTEERS Volunteer West Island matches you with volunteer opportunities that suit your interests in the West Island. Visit cabvwi.org or call 514-457-5445, Local 227. An organization whose purpose is

to advance health education is looking for bilingual volunteers to help at their annual West Island Health Festival which will take place at the Sarto Desnoyers Community Centre in Dorval on Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Volunteers will greet and assist the public as well as blowing up balloons and keeping the event tidy. Minimum age 18.

NOVA is in need of volunteer cooks to prepare a light lunch to be served to a group of elderly individuals suffering from cognitive deficiency. The meals are prepared at their Adult Day Centre located in Beaconsfield, Tuesday to Friday. The centre provides a respite to caretakers. Volunteers will need to come for a personal interview as well as fill out a background security check. Minimum age 21. Various Meals on Wheels kitchens

are looking for volunteer cooks, drivers, deliverers, dishwashers and shoppers. There are 12 kitchens throughout the West Island so volunteers do not need to go far. The meals are prepared and delivered Tuesday and Thursday mornings and early afternoon. All volunteers are scheduled to help once a month. Minimum age 18. The Beaconsfield Library is starting

a new project offering mini-workshops run by seniors for seniors. They are looking for bilingual volunteers aged 50+ who would like to share their knowledge in digital photography, tracking expenses with Excel, using tablets or smartphones. The workshops will start in May on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 10 a.m. until noon. An organization in Lachine that

provides support to borderline intellectually handicapped individuals is looking for bilingual volunteers to join their board of directors. Individuals with experience in finance, accounting, fundraising or the social services network will be ideal. Meetings take place evenings eight times a year at their offices. Minimum age 21.