WEST ISLAND CALENDAR

GALLERIES AND EXHIBITIONS

L’Entrepôt, 2901 St-Joseph Blvd. in Lachine, presents the art exhibition Les Belles lumières, realistic and expressionistic works done by 10 artists, including Master Chui Wang. Continues until Feb. 21. Call 514-927-9042.

The Stewart Art Gallery, 176 Lakeshore Rd. in Pointe-Claire, presents the exhibition Imagined Futures. Continues until March 6. Call 514-630-1220. The Beaconsfield Library, 303 Beaconsfield Blvd., presents the exhibition — Housewife Heroine — which will pay tribute to Canadian women during WWII who helped their menfolk by doing volunteer work. Vernissage on Thursday from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Continues until Feb. 27. Call 514-4284400.

Galerie de la ville, 12001 de Salaberry Blvd. in D.D.O., presents the exhibition From Eyes Through Heart to Hands — an exhibition of works by adult students of the Dollard Centre for the Arts. Continues until Sunday. Starting Feb. 13 they present the exhibition Nobody Was Interested: Nobody Asked” — an exhibition of paintings of Jewish Second World War refugees and their children as they immigrated to Canada. Vernissage on Feb. 14, from 1 to 3 p.m. Continues until March 13. Call 514-684-1012, Local 298. The Canadian Aviation Heritage Centre on McGill University’s Macdonald Campus, 21111 Lakeshore Rd. in Ste-Anne-de-Bellevue, is open Mondays, Tuesdays and Saturdays, from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Call 514398-7948 or visit cahc-ccpa.com.

ARTS AND LETTERS

Musical Discoveries. Bilingual lecture accompanied by wine and cheese with composer and musician Stewart Grant on Feb. 11 at 7 p.m. at the Pointe-Claire Cultural Centre, 176 Lakeshore Rd. Free, but passes required. Call 514-630-1220, Local 1774. Lakeshore Light Opera presents

the play Patience from March 4 to 12 with two matinees on March 6 and 12 at the Louis Chalmers Theatre, 501 St-Jean Blvd. in Pointe-Claire. Ticket prices range from $15-$28 and can be purchased online at llo.org or call 514-804-4900.

MUSIC

Millar Piano Duo — Satie and Stravinsky. Classical concert with Greg Millar and Lisa Raposa Millar on Sunday at 3 p.m. at the Pointe-Claire Cultural Centre. Free, but passes required. Call 514-630-1220.

Love is in the Air. Valentine’s Day concert presented by St. Columba Concerts on Feb. 13 at 7:30 p.m. at the Church of St. Columba by-the-Lake, 11 Rodney Ave. in Pointe-Claire. Donation $15, free for children. Call 514-364-3027.

Love in Winter on Valentine’s Eve. Concert by the Kirkland Concert Band on Feb. 13 at 7:30 p.m. at St. Mark’s Anglican Church, 865 Lakeshore Drive in Dorval. Tickets $15. Call 514-631-3601.

Perfumes of Asia. Concert with l’Orchestre de chambre I Musici de Montréal on Feb. 13 at 2 p.m. at StJoachim Church, 2 Ste-Anne Ave. in Pointe-Claire. Tickets $10-$36. Call 1-855-790-1245 or admission.com.

Les plus belles chansons de film. Christ Church Beaurepaire Concert Series on Feb. 16 at 7:30 p.m. with Enzo de Rosa (on piano) and Isabelle Metwalli (soprano) at 455 Church St. in Beaconsfield. Tickets $20 at the door. Call 514-697-2204.

Evening at the Opera: Tito Schipa — The Graceful One. Tribute concert held by tenor Manrico Tedeschi on Feb. 19 at 7:30 p.m. at the Pointe-Claire Cultural Centre, 176 Lakeshore Rd. Free, but passes required. Call 514630-1220.

Imbroglio Jazz. Concert on Feb. 21 at 3 p.m. at the Pointe-Claire Cultural Centre, 176 Lakeshore Rd. Free, but passes required. Call 514-630-1220, Local 1774.

Stewart Hall Singers directed by Douglas Knight are holding auditions for Haydn’s “Theresa Mass.” Rehearsals on Monday evenings in PointeClaire. Call 514-630-0331.

Kirkland Concert Band rehearses on Wednesdays at 7:30 p.m. at Kirkland Park Chalet, 81 Park Ridge in Kirkland. New musicians welcome. You must play wind, brass or percussion, read music and bring your own instrument. Visit kirklandconcertband.org. Self-help and support Friends for Mental Health are offering a men’s support group on the second Wednesday of each month starting this week from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. A safe and welcoming environment for men of all ages to discuss and reflect on issues of mental health and how they may be affecting a loved one in their family. To register, call 514-636-6885. The Low Vision Self-Help Association meets on Feb. 11 at 1:30 p.m. at the Church of St. John the Baptist, 233 Ste-Claire Ave. in Pointe-Claire. Entertainment by Greg Innis. Call 514694-2865. DivorceCare — open to anyone struggling with the effects of separation or divorce every Tuesday from 7 to 9 p.m. (until April 5) at St. George’s Anglican Church. Visit divorcecare.org or call 514-457-6934. Gamblers Anonymous, a self-help and support group for anyone whose gambling is affecting them or their loved ones. Call 514-484-6666.

The Family Resource Centre, a non-profit organization designed to support children ages 6-25, parents and professionals. They offer a variety of services to help youths 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.

SNAP (Stop Now and Plan), a new program offered to West Island families designed to teach children with serious behaviour issues, and their parents, how to make choices “in the moment.” Highly trained instructors provide a thorough evidence-based 13-week program that equips children and their parents with pro-social tools and strategies developed to address issues like bullying, aggression, defiance and rule-breaking behaviour. Free of charge for families who meet the criteria. Call 514-675-7775. 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.

TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) is a low-cost, non-profit organization that offers weight-loss support that promotes healthy eating, regular exercise and wellness information. Meetings are held Wednesdays at Cedar Park Chalet in Pointe-Claire. Newcomers can attend the first meeting for free. Chapters are available in the West Island and in many other regions of Quebec. Visit tops.org.

The Family Life Centre offers short-term counselling to West Island and Off-Island West residents on issues affecting families, couples and individuals. Free or by donation. Call 514-630-7794 or email familylifecentre@gmail.com.

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 489 Beaconsfield Blvd.

AWISH (Arthritis West Island Self Help) offers support and exercise programs to help ease arthritis and chronic pain problems. Visit awishmontreal.org or call 514-631-3288.

The Arthritis Society offers a support and information group for people with rheumatoid arthritis or osteoarthritis every second Tuesday from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Manoir Dollard-des-Ormeaux, 53 Hasting St. Free. Call 1-800-321-1433, Local 2455 or visit arthritis.ca.

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 450-458-3164.

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 Thursdays 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 514-794-5428 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.

GROUPS AND CLUBS Montreal Lakeshore University Women’s Club meets on Monday at 7:15 p.m. at Karnak Shriners Temple, 3350 Sources Blvd. in D.D.O. Dr. Mark Ware will speak on Medical Cannabis: From Plant to Patient. Visit mluwc.com. The Beaconsfield Garden Club

meets Feb. 10 at 7 p.m. at the Herb Linder Annex, 303 Beaconsfield Blvd. Michel Phaneuf of the American Bonsai Society will demonstrate How to Create a Bonsai. Guest fee $5. Visit beaconsfieldgardenclub.ca.

HEALTH AND FAMILY Natural Solutions for Common

Ailments, from Headaches to Hormones. Discussion with certified naturopath Sue-Anne Hickey on Tuesday at 10 a.m. at the Beaconsfield Library, 303 Beaconsfield Blvd. Free. Call 514-428-4400, Local 4465.

CHILDRENThe Swan. Puppet AND show TEENS(for children ages 2-5 years) on Feb. 14 at 3 p.m. at the Pointe-Claire Cultural Centre, 176 Lakeshore Rd. Free, but passes required. Call 514-630-1220, Local 1774. Animal Expression. Bilingual workshop with Valerie McKee for children ages 6-12 on Feb. 20 at 1:30 p.m. at the Pointe-Claire Cultural Centre, 176 Lakeshore Rd. Free. To reserve, call 514-630-1220, Local 1774.

Imagination at Play with Valerie McKee. Exhibition of paintings of animal characters in human context at the Pointe-Claire Cultural Centre, 176 Lakeshore Rd. Continues until March 6. Call 514-630-1220. 2806 Pointe-Claire Army Cadets

meet every Saturday from 8:45 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. in the basement of the Pointe-Claire public security building, 399 St-Jean Blvd. They meet from September to June. Bilingual. Free and open to youths ages 12-18. Visit 2806cadets.ca or call 514-630-1321.

SPORTS AND HOBBIES Mixed Adult Volleyball every Monday from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Kirkland Sports Complex, 16950 Hymus Blvd. Beginners welcome. Cost $5. Call 514-626-0984.

SENIORS

The Teapot 50+ Centre in Lachine is looking for volunteers to help in their Financial Literacy Mentorship program. A commitment of six 1-hour sessions. No experience required. Call 514-637-5627.

ETC. Community pancake supper on Tuesday from 5 to 7 p.m. at Cedar

Park United Church Community Hall, 204 Lakeview Ave. in Pointe-Claire. Gluten-free option available. Donations. Call 514-695-3337.

Eagle Hunters of Mongolia. Lecture with photographer Bonnie Folkins on Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. at the Dorval Library, 1401 Lakeshore Drive in Dorval. Admission $3, free for library members who pick up passes in advance. Call 514-633-4170.

Paws and Pray Worship Service on Sunday at 1 p.m. at Christ Church Beaurepaire, 455 Church St. in Beaconsfield. Call 514-697-2204.

Rummage sale on Feb. 10 10 a.m. to noon at St. John’s United Church, 98 Aurora Ave. in Pointe-Claire.

Spaghetti dinner and dance — Heart to Heart — proceeds go toward sponsoring a Syrian refugee family come to Montreal on Feb. 13 at 6 p.m. at Union Church, Adair Hall, 24 Maple St. in Ste-Anne-de-Bellevue. Tickets $25. To reserve, call 514-453-7564.

Comedy Night fundraiser on Feb. 19 at 8 p.m. at Sunshine Academy, 65 Sunshine Ave. in D.D.O. Featuring comedians Neil Janna, Nick Brazio, Tony Riccio and David Acer. Tickets $20 in advance, $25 at the door. Cash bar, door prizes and raffle. Call 514-798-5610.

Thrift Shop — Boutique 24 every Thursday from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at Union Church, 24 Maple Ave. in Ste-Anne-de-Bellevue. Thrift Shops for NOVA. Clothing, footwear, books, household items, jewelry, etc. Thrift shop and used book shop, 43 Ste-Anne St. in Ste-Anne-de-Bellevue. Call 514-4571642. 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 514-694-8417. 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. Visit cabvwi.org or call 514-457-5445, Ext. 227.

A community centre in Lachine that provides support and activities for seniors is looking for volunteers to help at their 50th anniversary celebration on Feb. 13. Volunteers needed to help prepare the food, decorating, setting up starting at 9 a.m. as well as with bartending and serving the meal during the event, and cleaning up after the event. Minimum age 18.

Volunteer West Island is looking for bilingual volunteers to help as backup in our reception area in case one of the regular volunteers cannot come in. This post consists of taking calls, greeting visitors and taking orders over the phone for the Frozen Meals service. Monday to Friday mornings from 9 a.m. until noon or afternoons from 1 to 4 p.m. Minimum age 18.

The church bazaar in Ste-Anne-deBellevue needs volunteers to help sort donations. Must be able to lift heavy boxes. The bazaar is held on Tuesdays and volunteers are needed to help a minimum of four hours starting at 9 a.m.

An organization in Lachine that provides hot lunch to schoolchildren from low-income families is looking for volunteers to help cook the meals. Monday to Thursday from 8 a.m. to noon. Must fill out a background security check.

Volunteers are needed to provide friendly visits and help with activities for patients while they go through dialysis treatment. Either mornings, afternoons or evenings. Minimum age 15. West Island Citizen Advocacy is a Centraide/WICS community organization that matches volunteer citizens with seniors or with people suffering from a handicap. Call 514--

694-5850 or visit volunteerwica.com. A 97-year-old Pierrefonds woman

who is isolated would benefit from a female volunteer to provide emotional support through regular visits. She lives alone but there is family who provides meals and companionship, but she is alone in the afternoons. She is a singer so someone musical would be good. A 65-year-old Pierrefonds woman would appreciate a female volunteer to provide some social and emotional support. She is experiencing depression and feels very isolated. She enjoys needlepoint and art.

An elderly Dollard woman who is legally blind and has some mobility and balance issues would appreciate a female volunteer to accompany her on outings.

A 20 year-old autistic man living in Île-Bizard, would like a volunteer to go out for walks and play simple tablet games. The volunteer would have to be French-speaking or bilingual and be available on Saturdays.

A 60-year-old Dollard man with early onset Alzheimer’s would appreciate having a male volunteer advocate to go out for walks with, watch movies, chat and perhaps exercise at the YMCA. He is available on weekdays.

A Kirkland man in his late 30s with an intellectual disability who loves to play soccer and basketball would enjoy having someone to play with. He also likes to go out for coffee, shopping, and plays video games.

A 79-year-old Turkish woman in Dollard would greatly benefit from having a female volunteer to visit her and go on outings with. She is currently dealing with memory loss and is still mourning the loss of her husband. This is a lovely lady who is engaging and greatly isolated. Preferably someone who speaks Turkish. An 89-year-old Hungarian-speaking woman in Dorval is looking for a female volunteer advocate to visit her and socialize with her. She is isolated and can only speak Hungarian. This is a lovely lady who took care of her family well and is now living in a residence in complete isolation. An 87-year-old Pointe-Claire man would appreciate having a male volunteer to visit him. He is a former engineer and has a wide variety of interests. This client has been waiting a long time to receive some help. His interest range anywhere from music to mechanics; he also would like some computer help.