Jennifer Campbell has your party calendar
Yes, it has been pretty drearsville in the party city. Well, that’s about to change, noties. Exhibit A: The HUGEST ( word of the hour) social calendar we’ve ever had, teeming with benefit events sure to pique your party interest! For the expanded calendar
MARCH
March 12. Sabrina and Camillo D’Alesio Foundation Fundraising Gala, supporting the MCH and Ste- Justine foundations. Cocktail 5:30 p.m ., dinner 7 p.m. Plaza Volare, 6600 Côte de Liesse. Emcee, Joey Elias. $ 175. info@sabrinaandcamillo.com, sabrinaandcamillo.com.
March 12. YM- YWHA Texas Hold’Em
Charity Poker Tournament. A fun eve for poker enthusiasts at the Playground Poker Club. Featuring $ 10,000 in guaranteed cash prizes, buffet, open bar, with re- buys available the first 4 rounds. Social guests also welcome. Lara Goldenberg, 514- 737- 6551 Local 228, lgoldenberg@ymywha.com.
March 17. St. Patrick’s Luncheon.
11 a.m ., cash bar reception, lunch 12 p.m ., Le Centre Sheraton .$85. Corporate Tables (10)$1,400. 514- 4811346, office@spsmtl.com, spsmtl.com.
March 17. BIJOUX= ART 2016 at the MMFA. MMFA Hornstein Pavilion, 1379 Sherbrooke W. Novel event unveils magnificent works of international jewelers with opportunity to purchase. Event coordinators, Anne-Marie Côté, Véronique Thibault. $ 175. 514- 285- 2000 Local 4, fondation@mbmtl.org. March 18. Sainte- Justine’s Ball, benefiting CHU Sainte- Justine Foundation .10 p.m ., Le Windsor ,1170 Peel. Hot benefit targets 1500 plus young professionals, entrepreneurs. $ 150 ( open bar and event), $ 250 (VI Pp re-cocktail at 7:30 p.m. with hors d’oeuvres). 514- 345- 4931, Local 5221, baldumtroyal.ca ( Facebook/ Twitter friendly). March 21. Lakeshore General Hos
pital Foundation’s Bâton Rouge Fundraising Event at Bâton Rouge, 3839 St. John’s Blvd. Includes sumptuous four- course meal, open bar, cheese & chocolate tastings, silent auction. $ 150. Anne- Marie Milard, 514- 6302081, Local 3, lake shore foundation. ca.
March 23- 26. Plaza Pointe Claire
Easter Extravaganza. 269 St. Jean. March 23rd: petting zoo with bunnies, mini horses and more! March 26th: 10 a.m .-5 p.m ., Easter Egg Extravaganza. In return for donations to Big Brothers and Big Sisters West Island - bbbsofwi.org, customers receive egg with discount or free gift from a plaza shop. Cookie Photo Studio also on scene to snap free pics of kids with real bunnies! 514- 688- 8490, melaniehelpard@gmail.com. March 24. Federation CJA Campagne Sepharade Venetian- style Purim Masquerade Ball .9 p.m ., Time Supper Club, 997 St- Jacques. $ 75, includes premium open bar, hors d’oeuvres, DJ YO- C spins, live entertainment, opera singers, acrobats. Dress: masquerade chic, costumes encouraged! 514- 345- 2645 Local 3102, cathy. oiknine@federationcja.org.
March 24. Israel Cancer Research
Fund’s ( ICRF) Experience Fashion Show .8 p.m ., Oscar Peterson Concert Hall. Students rock dance and runway to raise awareness and funds for fight against cancer. 514- 481- 2723.
March 29. The Jewish Public Library and YM- YWHA Present: Jonah Keri talks Montreal & Baseball: In interview with Paul Graif. Featuring author and Expos lover Jonah Keri in conversation with beloved radio personality Paul Graif. Includes ballpark fare, other baseball surprises. Maria Ressina, 514- 345- 2627 Local 3006, maria. ressina@jplmontreal.org.
March 30. Gala Bulles and Red Carpet at BIRKS, 1240 Phillips Square. International haute c\ couture designer SHAN partakes in an eve of champagne and gastronomy for The Quebec Lung Association. nora.boussaa@pq.poumon.ca, gala.bullestapisrouge.ca/.
March 30. Foundation of Stars
“Banquet on Mars”: A Cosmic Circus Supporting Research Into Childhood Disease. Panoramic Hall, Montreal Science Center. Sophie, 514- 595- 5730 Local 234, snahas@fondationdesetoiles.ca, foundationofstars.ca.
March 31. Team Ian Ride Annual Kick- Off, supporting cancer research. Opens 6:30 p.m ., show 7:30 p.m. Comedy Nest, Montreal Forum, Third Floor, 2313 Ste- Catherine W. Inviting participants to sponsor a rider and enjoy the show! Greg, 514- 466- 6903, team- ian. org.
March 31. JGH Luxury Avenue Signature Event Featuring Comedy Roast of International Actor/ Comedian Gad Elmaleh. Benefiting the new JGH critical care wing Pavilion K, including the Emergency Department and Heart and Neuroscience Centres. Le Salon 1861, 550 Richmond. Chairs, David Bitton, Martin Cauchon, Vince Guzzo, Claude Léger. Honourary chair, Gad Elmaleh. Mary Etzitian 514- 340- 8222 local 3986, jghluxuryavenue.org. March 31. Compagnie Marie Chouinard’s Benefit Show. 8 p. m., Théâtre Maisonneuve, Place des Arts, 175, Sainte- Catherine W. Laetitia Shaigetz 514 843- 9036 local 22, leveefonds@mariechouinard.com.
AApril PRI 2. L Intimate Concert Fund raiser Featuring World-class Guitarist Ioana Gandrabur And Accomplished Opera Soprano Elizabeth Herman. 8 p.m ., Rose mere Memorial( United) Church, 200 Grande- Cote. $ 20. Limited seating. Margaret Hatfield 450- 621- 8486, margaret. hatfield@ videotron. ca, or leave message at 450- 437- 5560.
April 2. Sami Fruits Foundation For Kids Fundraising Gala, Le Mont Blanc, Laval. supporting Mackay Centre, Philip E. Layton Schools and Special Olympics. Featuring entertainment, dancing, laughter, great gastronomy. Flavio, 514- 858- 0905.
April 4. Gala For Crohns and Colitis Canada in Tribute to Jaclyn ( Jackie) Lea Fisher. Proceeds support establishment of Jacklyn Fisher Education Fund .6 p.m ., MMFA, 1380 S her brooke W. Featuring presentation followed by cocktail dînatoire with food donated by top restaurants. Stefanie, 514- 3420666, 1- 800- 461- 4683, srosenblatt@crohnsandcolitis.ca.
April 6. Benefit Concert, featuring
St. Michael’s Choir School For Syrian Refugee Sponsorship Programs at St. Ignatius Parish( N. D. G .) and St. Veronica’ s Parish( Dorval). 7: 30 p.m ., Eric Maclean Centre for Performing Arts, 2447 West Broadway. $ 25 smcs. concert. mtl@ gmail. com, loyola. ca/ choir.
April 6. Batshaw Foundation Défi
Canapé - A Taste of Montreal. 6 - 8: 30 p.m Le Salon 1861,550 Richmond. General $ 125, $ 80 ( 35 and under). At door: $ 150, $ 100. 514- 989- 1885, Local 1164, bat shaw foundation. ca.
April 6. Gatsby Throws a Party for Blue Met !; A Blue Metropolis Foundation Benefit Event .6 p.m ., Lion d’Or, 1676 Ontario E. $ 195. Kaven Gauthier 514- 932- 1112 Local 25, kaven. gauthier@metropolisbleu.org,
bluemetropolis.org/gatsby.
April 5. Heart and Stroke Foundation’s “California Wine Tasting.” 7 p. m., Bonsecours Market, 350 St. Paul E. $ 175. 514- 871- 8038, Local 254, fmcmontreal@fmcoeur.qc. ca.
April 6. Heart and Stroke Foundation’s “Salon Des Vins De La Montérégie.” 5- 9 p. m., Centre Marcel Dulude, St- Bruno. $ 35, VIP $ 100. Helene Gagné, 450- 442- 6387 Local 224, heartandstroke. qc. ca.
April 7. “In the Spirit of Advocacy,” Wine Tasting Event Kicking Off West Island Citizen Advocacy’s 40th Anniversary! 6: 30 p. m., Sarto- Desnoyers Community Centre, 1335 Borddu- lac. $ 95. 514- 694- 5850, wica@qc.aibn.com, volunteerwica.com/in- the- spirit- of- advocacy.
April 9. Franco Di Giovanni Brain Tumour Awareness Fundraising Event, benefiting the Brain Tumour Research Center at the MNI and Hospital. Over $ 300,000 raised. 5 p. m., Prima Luna Reception Hall, 7301 Henri Bourassa E. Special guest, neurosurgeon/ researcher Dr. Rolando Del Maestro. $ 125 ( 7- course meal, wine, open bar, midnight sandwiches, music and dancing, door prizes, auction of sports memorabilia and more). Lina Di Giovanni, 514- 494- 6831, linadg1@hotmail.com.
April 9. Benefit Musical Event featuring Lakeshore Chamber Orchestra with Stewart Grant, conductor, supporting Valois United building and Memorial Fund. 7: 30 p. m. Valois United Church, 70 Belmont. Repertoire: Grieg Piano Concerto ( with soloist: Dr. Judy Hung) and Schubert Symphony No. 9, “the Great.” Freewill offering. lakeshorechamberorchestra.ca.
April 9. Empty Bowls / Bols du partage, funding healthy food programs at the NDG Food Depot and Unitarian Church. 10: 30 a. m.- 3 p. m., 2146 Marlowe. $ 25, handmade bowl of your choice includes soup/ bread, local musical entertainment, house- made foods for purchase, Depot program kiosk. Bonnie Soutar, developpement@depotndg.org, Facebook Page: Facebook.com/ndgfooddepot.
April 9. Eye Ball Gala fundraiser, benefiting The Foundation Fighting Blindness ( Canada) and MCH Ophthalmology Department. Cocktails 5: 30 p. m., dinner follows, Plaza Antique, 6086 Sherbrooke E. Theme: Vegas. Featuring live music by After Hours. Adults $ 100, Children five - 12 $ 35 ( includes children’s menu). Anastasia Aravantinos, 514- 756- 7297, anastasia. aravantinos@ hotmail. com.
April 9. Children’s Smile and Joy Foundation Gala, supporting the
Neurosurgery Department at the Children’s. Cocktails 6: 30 p. m., dinner 8: 30 p. m., Golf Metropolitain, 9555 boulevard du golf. Includes open bar. $ 150. Maria Lisi, 514- 808- 7484, lisinizza@gmail.com, csjfoundation.com.
April 10. Coloured Women’s Club
of Montreal Spring Hat Rose Tea. 3 p. m., 6767 Cote des Neiges. Featuring Jazz by Bryan Highbloom. S. Gyles, 450- 672- 7081, sagyles@sympatico.ca, Salon Rayshell, 514- 481- 2635, B. Simmons, 514- 488- 3284, L. Grant, 514- 696- 7944.
April 10. JPPS- Bialik’s Gala Casino
Night, supporting programs, facilities, financial aid. 6: 30 p. m., Bialik’s Helen and Sam Steinberg Auditorium, 6500 Kildare. Chairs, Andrea Greenberg, Kitry Znaty. Amy Finkelstein, 514- 731- 2944 Local 263, amy.f@jppsbialik.ca, jppsbialik.ca.
April 10. Cummings Jewish Centre
for Seniors Foundation Sports Celebrity Breakfast, supporting “Seniors in Crisis” Program. 9 a. m., 5700 Westbury. Guest of honour, consumer technology entrepreneur David Baazov. VIP $ 100. cummingscentre.org/sportsbreakfast, Susan Rozansky, 514- 342- 1234.
April 12. Montreal Centre of Canadian Hadassah- WIZO Presents: “An Ounce of Prevention is Worth a Pound of Cure” Educational Evening with Gazette Fitness Columnist Jill Barker and Israel’s renowned Dr. Nadav Berkovitz. 7: 30 p. m., Cote St. Luc Aquatic Center. $ 36 ( includes refreshments). Focus: sharing insights on taking charge of health and advancements in the field of strokes. 514- 933- 8461, chw. ca/ montreal/ events.
April 13. Cummings Centre Fine Arts Exhibition and Sale. Featuring exhibition and sale of outstanding student artworks, including framed paintings, drawings, sculpture, jewelry, greeting cards and more by Fine Arts students. Vernissage April 12th 4: 30 - 6: 30 p. m., 5700 Westbury. Exhibition/ sale April 13th, 9: 30 a. m. - 4: 30 p. m., Thursday April 14th 9: 30 a. m. - 1: 30 p. m. Patricia Kehler, 514- 342- 1234 local 7250.
April 13, May 11, June 8. Mount Sinai Auxiliary’s Literary Breakfast Club, 9: 15- 11: 30 a. m., Beth- El Synagogue, 1000 Lucerne. $ 25, includes mini-breakfast. 514- 369- 2222 Local 1337.
April 14. Coming Out! A Blue Met Cocktail Benefit Event Supporting the fight Against Homophobia. 6 p. m., Hotel 10, 10 Sherbrooke W. $ 125. Kaven Gauthier, 514- 932- 1112 Local 25, kaven.gauthier@metropolisbleu.org, metropolisbleu/comingout.
April 14. Benjamin and Vanda Treiser Maison Shalom’s “Can You Feel The Love Tonight” Tribute to Elton John, for the home serving physically, intellectually and emotionally handicapped children and young adults in a safe and caring environment. 7 p. m., Le Living Room, 5687 Paré. $ 175 and up. Eva, 514- 738- 8708, treisermaisonshalom.com.
April 14. The Daffodil Ball Benefiting The Canadian Cancer Society. 6: 45 p. m., Windsor Station, 900 Peel. Theme of recent winner of 17 Special Events International Gala Awards: MARDI GRAS. Louis Audet, president/ CEO Cogeco, André Bourbonnais, president/ CEO, PSP Investments, Alain Champagne, president/ CEO McKesson Canada. Among many surprises planned: celebrity Guest Chef Brian Landry of New Orleans fame. Restaurant Borgne will team up with Montreal’s own Fairmont the Queen Elizabeth to produce a lavish NOLA-inspired banquet! Tickets $ 1,000 ( available only to benefactors donating $ 2,000 or more). Sponsors’ tables $ 50,000, $ 35,000, $ 27,500. Videos, photos, sponsors and other information: daffodilball.ca, event producer Alison Silcoff, 514- 932- 7517, alison@alisonsilcoff.com.
April 15. Musée d’art contemporain
de Montréal’s Les Printemps du MAC, benefiting the MAC Foundation. 9 p. m.- 3 a. m., 185, Ste- Catherine W. Gala invites 1000 plus to revel in music, dance, outstanding exhibits. Co- presidents, Eleonore Derome, lawyer, Blakes, Geneviève Provost, partner, Deloitte. Honouree, Justin Méthot, director, large businesses private equity Caisse de depot. $ 175. Naila Del Cid, 514- 847- 6272.
April 15,16,17. Art Show and fundraiser for NOVA West Island, with The Lakeshore Association of Artists. Vernissage, Friday April 15th, 7- 9: 30 p. m., exposition, Saturday April 16th and Sunday April 17TH, 10 a. m.- 5 p. m., Fritz Farm, 20410 Lakeshore. Two paintings to be raffled. Artlakeshore.com.
April 16. Family Life Centre’s
30th Anniversary Complimentary Afternoon Tea and Silent Auction For All Ages. Celebrating 30 year’s of free short- term counseling for West Island residents. 3 p. m., 204 Lakeview. 514 630- 7794, familylifecentre@gmail.com.
April 16. Dinner, Treats and Bingo at Westview Bible Church Hosting Trudy Mason and Barry Morgan, underscoring the belief that every child deserves a magical summer! 7 p. m., Westview Bible Church on Pierrefonds Blvd., 500 expected. 514- 684- 0333, lynjoy@videotron.ca, trailsofsummer.com.
April 16. Black & White Dance Party for the Thoracic Surgery Research Foundation of Montreal, under the hon. presidency of Joseph Broccolini, vice- president, Broccolini Construction. Cocktails 6 p. m., dinner 7: 30 p. m., Le Madison, 8750 Provencher. Featuring Paul Chacra’s 1945, Marco Ferri, great food, fine wines. $ 250. Sponsorship opportunities available. Sue Dabrowski, 514- 889- 4126, susan. dabrowski@ sympatico. ca, Anne Riby, 514- 890- 8000, Local 24543, anne. riby@montrealthoracique.ca, montrealthoracic.ca/page-events- en.html.
April 17. Larger Than Life Organization Presents Renowned Comedian Modi. Supporting the organization’s mandate to raise funds for children dealing with cancer and their families. 6: 30 p. m., EVO, 777 Robert Bourassa. $ 150. 514- 953- 5717, largerthanlife. org.
April 18. Chai Y Raffle, benefiting YM- YWHA’s social programs. $ 100, grand prize $ 18,000. Lara Goldenberg, 514- 737- 6551 Local 228, chaiy@ymywha.com, ymywha.com/supportour-y/participate- in- a- y- event.
April 19. Dinner with Friends Benefiting Centaur Theatre. 5: 30 p. m., Bonaparte Restaurant, 447 St. François- Xavier. Features intimate dinner, musical Last Night at the Gayety by Bowser and Blue, desserts and conversation with cast. Nathalie O’Neill, 514- 288- 1229 Local 240, development@centaurtheatre.com, centaurtheatre.com.
April 19. VIP Opening Night Inauguration Of Biennial Montreal Of The Future Event And Exhibition, benefiting non- profit BOMA Québec. Complexe Desjardins. 514- 875- 1353 Local 205, boma- quebec. org. April 20. Maison Saint- Gabriel’s
Benefit Evening. Theme: 50 Years Of Museum Life! Windsor Station. Under the hon. presidencies of Liliane Colpron and Josée Fiset, co- founders of Première Moisson. Featuring a spectacular 6- course gastronomic meal. $ 250. Corporate tables ( of 10): $ 2,500 ( includes taxes). 514- 9358136, maisonsaint- gabriel. qc. ca.
April 20- 21. “YOU BE THE STAR” SEGAL CENTRE MUSICAL FUNDRAISER “The 70s Rock On!” 6: 30 p. m. on April 20, 7: 30 p. m. on April 21. Chairs, Joanne Cutler, Shari Ann Fleming. $ 55, $ 36 ( under 12). 514- 739- 7944, youbethestar.segalcentre.org/default.asp.
April 23. Sons of Scotland Benevolent Association, Montreal District Fundraiser Supporting the Pipes and Drums of the Black Watch Cadets. 7 p. m., Scottish Centre of Montreal, corner of Champlain and Stephens. $ 15. For tickets, call 514- 366- 7836.
April 23. Beacon Hill Elementary
in Beaconsfield’s 50th Anniversary! 7- 11 p. m. All alumni/ staff ( 18 years +) welcome! Information / tickets bh50gala.wordpress.com. April 23- 24. Fête Polonaise. St- Antonin Church, 5361, Snowdon metro Snowdon. April 23: 9 a. m. to 6 p. m. April 24: 9 a. m. to 5 p. m. Supporting relief for children and seniors with disabilities. Featuring traditional Polish dishes and desserts and display/ sale of amber & handmade jewelry, folk art, Peruvian Alpaca products, clothing, books, cosmetics and more. 514- 489- 6010, 514- 983- 7353.
April 28. Cirque Éloize’s Benefit
Gala “L’Oracle du miroir.” 5: 30 p. m., Gare Dalhousie, 417 Berri. Laetitia Shaigetz, 514- 596- 3838 Local 305, campagne@cirque- eloize.com.
April 28. Maison du Père Casual Ball, echoing all the action taken by Maison to help homeless men. Cocktails 6 p. m., dinner 7 p. m., with silent auction. Centre CDP Capital Parquet. Simon Brière, 514- 845- 0168 Local 314. simon. briere@maisondupere.org, maisondupere.org.
April 28. Crohn’s and Colitis Canada “Be Part of Our Dreams” Benefit Gala Supper and Concert with Silent Auction. Supporting the Vision of Saint Columba House in Pointe Saint Charles. Cocktails 6 p. m., dinner 7 p. m., Théâtre Paradoxe, 5959 Monk. 514- 931- 5204. Featuring Dawn Tyler Watson accompanied by a five- piece band. $ 95 ( portion of tax receipt $ 75). Tickets
saintcolumbahouse.org/latestnews, info@saintcolumbahouse,org.
April 29. Rotary Club of Hudson and Saint- Lazare Fundraising Gala. Benefiting mental health initiatives aimed at young people in the Vaudreuil- Soulanges community. Auberge des Gallants, Rigaud. m- vezina@ videotron. ca. April 29. PRINTEMPS MASCULIN,
benefiting Cancer Testiculaire Canada. Entrepôts Dominion, 3968, St- Ambroise. Honouree, Maxime Le Flaguais. Proud partners, Dentsubos, Ferreira Café, SAQ and more. VIP cocktail $ 175 ( 6 - 10 p. m.) includes prizes, live performances, open bar, whiskey bar, oyster bar, cocktail dînatoire, after party. Public Party $ 85 ( 10 p. m. to 2 a. m.) includes open bar, snacks, games, DJ set dance party. Theme, speakeasy! 400 notable professionals, celebs and media personalities expected! Tickets eventbrite. ca/ e/ billets- printemps- masculin- 2016- 21284087278. Sponsorship, 514- 963- 3577, partenaires@cancertesticulaire.com. Information, cancertesticulaire.com. April 29- May 14. Becket Players’ Fundraising Show Shut Up and Dance, Kirkland Arena, 16950 Hymus. Includes tableside service food and drinks. becketplayers.ca.
April 30. Grands Ballets Canadiens
de Montréal Benefit Gala. 6 p. m., Uniprix Stadium, 285, Gary Carter W. $ 800. Tables $ 8,000, $ 12,000, $ 25,000. 514- 849- 8681 Local 236, lcailleres@grandsballets.com.
April 30. “Ensemble, pour les
enfants” — Together for the Children “Family Fun Day” supporting The MCH Foundation’s Healthy Kids Fund. 9 a. m. to 5 p. m., Au Fin Palais, 165 Boyer. Under 2 free, $ 15 for 2 year+, $ 10 for adults. Chantal Labelle, chantal. labelle. 14@ gmail. com. April 30. Lachine Hospital Foundation Gastronomic Evening With Grand Chef Jérôme Ferrer, supporting purchase of state- of- the- art medical equipment and hospital modernization. 6 p. m., Montreal Airport Marriott In- Terminal Hotel, 800, Place Leigh- Capreol, Dorval. Highlights include host Sophie Thibault, chance to win all- inclusive trip for two to Europe and silent auction. $ 225. Monica McDougall, 514- 934- 1934, Local 77225. M AY
May 1. Benefit Musical Event Featuring “Chamber Music from Vienna and Beyond,” supporting Valois United building and Memorial Fund. 2 p. m., Valois United Church. 70 Belmont. With Stephanie Morin ( flute), Celia Morin ( violin), Gerald Morin ( cello), and Sylvia Bruns ( piano). Free- will offering. valoisunited.ca.
May 2. Foundation of Stars Montreal Wine Auction. Le Place d’Armes. Featuring silent and live auctions showcasing exclusive wines and spirits. Sophie, 514- 595- 5730, Local 234, snahas@fondationdesetoiles.ca, foundationofstars.ca.
May 2. Table of Hope/ Table de L’espoir Benefit Event for Share the Warmth, Windsor Ballroom, 1170 Peel. Food lovers evening shines spotlight on city’s top chefs and restos, celeb sous- chefs and more. $ 125. 514- 9335599, info@tableofhope.ca, tableofhope.ca, @Tabledelespoir, facebook.com/tabledelespoir, Instagram: @Tabledelespoir.
May 2, 9, 16. Mount Sinai Auxiliary “Reading The Reels,” A Retrospective Of Comedy In Cinema. 7- 9 p. m., Aquatic Centre, 5794 Parkhaven. $ 65. 514- 369- 2222 Local 1337.
May 3. Giant Steps Foundation
Auction. Supporting Giant Steps School, dedicated to providing educational and therapeutic programs for children with autism. 6- 10 p. m., Le Parquet, 1000 Place Jean- PaulRiopelle. Chairs, Johanna Choremis, Mitch Garber. Host, Charles Lafortune. Elaine Lalonde, Tracy Pennimpede 514- 935- 1911 Local 226, giantstepsmontreal.com
May 3. Montreal Centre of Canadian Hadassah- WIZO Canadian Movie Premiere: There is Many Like Us. 6 p. m., AMC Forum. Film delivers timeless message of love and survival and reveals a side to the Holocaust the world has never seen. Director/ producer Josh Webber will introduce film. $ 54 ( includes dinatoire). 514933- 8461, chw. ca/ montreal/ events.
May 4. Alzheimer Groupe AGI’s
Vintage Recall V. Fashion lovers dream event features designer, vintage fashion at bargain prices for a great cause! Exclusive Vente Privée Cocktail: May 4, 5- 9 p. m l’Atelier, 5500 Ferrier. May 5- 7: open to public. 514- 485- 7233, info@agiteam.org.
May 5. Montreal Chamber Music
Festival’s LA DOLCE VITA Benefit Gala. 6: 30 p. m., Marriott Chateau Champlain Ballroom, 1050 de la Gauchetiere W. Includes music, fine dining, silent auction, special performance by tenor Ben Heppner. Hon. president, Paolo Pizzuto, senior vice- president retail banking, Banque Nationale. $ 425, $ 4,000 for tables of 10. 514- 489- 7444, info@festivalmontreal.org, festivalmontreal.org.
May 5. Queen Elizabeth Health
Complex Foundation’s “Under the Tuscan Sun” Celebrating the QEHC 20th Anniversary! 6 p. m., The Wave, 5524, St. Patrick. Chairs, Skip Eaman, Barry MacDonald. Honouring Anthony Fargnoli. Sarah Malka, 514- 485- 5023, smalka@qehc.org, qehc.org.
May 5. Trafalgar School for Girls Magic & Mystery Gala “The Case Of The Disappearing Principal.” A #TrafFamily evening of entertainment with master of illusion, Ted Outerbridge. Saluting retiring Principal Geoff Dowd and benefiting the school’s bursary program. Adults $ 125, recent alumnae $ 75, youth $ 50. Tickets, trafalgar. qc. ca.
May 5. McCord Museum Ball “Bella & Stravagante.” An elegant black- tie benefit. Cocktail 6: 30 p. m., dinner 8 p. m., Arsenal, 2020 William. $ 750 ( tax receipt $ 500), prestige tables $ 15,000 ( tax receipt $ 12,500). Valet parking. 514- 398- 7100 Local 278, ball@ mccord. mcgill. ca, musee- mccord. qc. ca.
May 6. McCord Museum Sugar Ball.
Windsor Station. Young McCord fundraiser for 800+ young professionals features renowned chefs, stylish decor and fab “sugar, sugar and more sugar” theme! Chair, Sandra Ferreira, and Gerald Kounadis. General $ 140 ( 10 p. m., open bar), Networking $ 200 ( 8- 10 p. m., includes gourmet stations and high- end drinks). 514- 398- 7100 Local 286, jm- ym@ mccord. mcgill. ca, mccord- museum. qc. ca/ sugarball.
May 6. ¨ UP CLOSE ¨ Benefit Dinatioire at Grevin Wax Museum Supporting Mental Health and Donald Berman UP House. An opportunity to rub shoulders with the Stars and snap Selfies with the Famous! $ 100. 514798- 0791, uphouse.org.
May 6. Dessert Bridge/ Card Party
Benefiting Valois United Church, valoisunited.ca. 1 p. m., Valois United Church, 70 Belmont. $ 8. Vi, 514- 6970438.
May 6. The Children’s Foundation’s
Young Leaders Circle’s Symphonic Smiles Concert. Basilique Saint-Patrick 454, René- Lévesque W. Featuring silent auction and cocktail followed by concert by The Montreal Youth Symphony Orchestra, Les Petits Chanteurs du Mont- Royal and Charlotte Cardin. Tickets: 25000sourires.com.
May 7. Circle of Friends Gospel Concert, benefiting the MCH Foundation. 6 p. m., Westmount Seventh- day Adventist Church, 571 Victoria. Featuring nine- year- old classical pianist Kailyn Blair, Joybells Children’s Choir, Kayla McCream and more. Maxine Morgan 514- 626- 8205, Vanessa Williams, vanessa. s. williams@ hotmail. com.
May 9. “Friends of Auberge Shalom Pour femmes” Farewell Party for Executive Director Diane Sasson, a fundraising eve benefiting the centre for abused women. 7: 30 p. m., 514485- 4783, aubergeshalomtribute@gmail.com, aubergeshalom.org.
May 10. Heart and Stroke Foundation’s “Banquet du Coeur; Sushi & Lobster Dinner.” 6 p. m., Centre Multifonctionnel de Boucherville, 1075, Lionel- Daunais. General $ 250 or $ 2,000 for tables of 8. Helene Gagné, 450- 442- 6387 Local 224, heartandstroke. qc. ca.
May 11. McGill Head & Neck Cancer Fundraiser “The Voice,” benefiting Head and Neck Cancer Research at the JGH. Le Salon 1861, 550 Richmond. Chair, Dr. Jonathan Young. Honouring Maria and Vincenzo Guzzo. Ilhem Douagui, 514- 340- 8222 Local 3179, mcgillheadandneck2016.ca. May 11. Generations Foundation Benefit Theatre Evening, 8 p. m. Segal Centre, 5170, Cote- Ste- Catherine. Featuring off- Broadway musical sensation, Joe Dipietro’s laugh- outloud hit, “I love you, you’re perfect, now change.” Includes refreshments, prizes. Reservations Adrian Bercovici, 514- 933- 8585 ( includes appropriate receipt with seating options). May 12. Renaissance Biennial Grand Ball Of The Montreal Real Estate Foundation For Kids. Sheraton Centre. 514- 875- 1353 Local 205, fimj.org.
May 12. Tyndale St- Georges Community Centre’s Dinner Auction Event. 6: 30 p. m., Rialto Theatre, 5723 Parc Ave. Theme: London Calling. Chair, Sandy Miron. Honouree, Oliver Jones. Featuring silent, live auctions. $ 175 ($ 75 tax receipt). Susan McKinnon Bell, 514- 931- 6265, Local 25, susanbell@tyndalestgeorges.com, tyndaleevents.com.
May 13. Les Ballets Jazz de Montreal’s Benefit “NUIT NOMADE”. Le Salon 1861, 550 Richmond. Featuring festive decor, signature cocktails, scintillating dance performance, music and more! Tickets and table sponsorships available. Young Leaders chair, Stephanie Rassam. $ 165, includes cocktail party and night’s festivities, from 7: 30 p. m. $ 125, includes open bar, party, from 9 p. m. Chairs, Nico Archambault, Jennifer Campbell. Alexia, 514- 982- 6771 Local 5, communications@bjmdanse.ca, nuitnomade.com.
May 14. A NIGHT AT THE MUSEUM Benefit Event With Time Machine Theme. 6: 30- 9: 30 p. m., MMFA Hornstein Pavilion, 1379 Sherbrooke W. Providing families with invaluable opportunity to learn and play together while enabling hundreds of students from underprivileged neighbourhoods to visit the Museum and benefit from its outstanding educational and cultural programs. $ 250 ( includes 2 adults and their children or grandchildren). Event coordinators, Anne- Marie Côté, Véronique Thibault. 514- 285- 2000 Local 4, NuitauMusee@mbamtl.org.
May 17. Alzheimer Groupe AGI’s A Vision to Remember - POMPEII! 6 p. m., Gala soiree features entertaining presentation and dinatoire among the splendours of ancient POMPEII at the MMFA. 514- 485- 7233, info@agiteam.org.
May 17. Ol’ Man River; A Tribute To Paul Robeson, benefiting Parkinson En Mouvement, a non- profit offering dance and singing classes to people with Parkinson’s. 7 p. m., Théâtre Outremont, 1248 Bernard W. Featuring Thomas Fox performing tunes Robeson sang at Montreal concerts in 40’ s and 50’ s and a recounting of his life story with Raymond Cloutier. Tickets, 514- 914- 8834, theatreoutremont.ca. parkinsonenmouvement.org.
May 18. Gloria’s Girls and Jewish Public Library ( JPL) Present “A Magical Night” With 2015 America’s Got Talent finalist, mentalist Oz Pearlman, benefiting JGH Ovarian Cancer Research and Patient Care. 6 p. m., VIP cocktail, show 7: 30 p. m., Rialto Theatre, 5723 Parc Ave. $ 136, includes VIP cocktail, wine bar, hot and cold hors d’oeuvres, valet parking, meet and greet and partial tax receipt. $ 75 for main show only with partial tax receipt. Chair, Ruth Rotem. Hon. chair, Maxine Shapiro-Rosenblatt. Diane Samberg at JGH, 514- 340- 8222 Local 4580, dsamberg@jgh.mcgill.ca, JPL, 514345- 2627 Local 3042, jplgala.org.
May 18. Montreal Jubilation Gospel
Choir Concert, benefiting the Saving Station Foundation, dedicated to eliminating youth substance abuse. Oscar Peterson Concert Hall, Concordia, 7141 Sherbrooke W. Kathy Holland, 514- 421- 5510, Kathy@savingstationfoundation.com. Tickets: savingstationfoundation.com, jubilationchoir.com.
May 19. Ball For The Children’s “A Night to Remember in Argentina,” with patron of honour, Pierre Dandoy of Provigo & Loblaws Quebec, and celebrity chef Antonio Park, benefiting the MCH Healthy Kids Fund. 6: 30 p. m., Windsor Station. Black tie. $ 600. Anne Lassonde, 514- 934- 4846, alas@mchf.com, ballforthechildrens.com.
May 19. Jovia’s Benefit Gala, supporting Dr. Clown and La belle visite. 5: 30 p. m., New City Gas, 950 Ottawa. Master of ceremony, Geneviève Broullette. $ 350. 514- 845- 7628, info@jovia.ca.
May 19. Camp B’nai Brith Of Montreal Celebrates The “Gift of Summer” Campaign With 5- 7 Hosted By Hainya Wiseman In Her Home. A thank you to donors who make summer camp possible for so many children. Chairs, Lori Elman, Anna- Sue Greenberg. Susan Grossman, 514- 735- 3669.
May 19. PARIS AT THE MONTREAL CASINO - Grand Chef Relais & Châteaux Evening Benefiting Fondation ITHQ. 3- Star Michelin Chef Frédéric Anton of Le Pré Catelan in Paris will amaze! A few tickets left at 514- 2825106.
May 21. Un pas pour la vie/ A Step for Life, benefiting Hope & Cope’s young adult programming. 5: 30 p. m., Metropolis, 59 Ste. Catherine E. A riveting show featuring Quebec’s best dancers. Hon. president, Anik Bissonnette. $ 50- 150. unpaspourlavie.com
May 25. Cancer Research Society’s
Urban BBQ Presented by RBC Royal Bank. 11: 30 a. m. - 2 p. m., Windsor Station. Host, beloved actor / comedian Stéphane Rousseau, guest chef, amazing Antonio Park! Sonia Chatoyan, 514- 861- 9227 Local 250, schatoyan@src- crs. ca, crs- src.ca/urban- bbq- 2016.
May 25. Room to Read Fundraiser “What Are You Thankful For? THANKS TO EDUCATION.” 6: 30 p. m., Rialto Theatre. Celebrating Global Literacy. Featuring drinks, delicacies and dancing! $ 125. montreal@roomtoread.org, roomtoreadmontreal.com, happeningmontreal.com. May 25. Muscular Dystrophy Canada’s Cabaret Cocktail Dinatoire, 6 p. m., Ritz- Carlton Montreal, 1228 Sherbrooke W. Honourary chair, Glenn Watt. Kevin Harrison, kevin. harrison@ muscle. ca, 1- 866- 999- 8909, muscle. ca.
May 26. VIP Fundraising Event Benefiting Alzheimer Groupe ( AGI) Inc., AJOI and West Island Black Community Association. 6: 30 p. m., Pierrefonds Cultural Centre, 13850 Gouin. $ 100 ( tax receipts issued). Errol Johnson, 514- 781- 0890, errol. windell@gmail.com, westislandbluesfestival.com.
May 26. Montreal Centre of Canadian Hadassah- WIZO CHW Spa Night. 6 p. m., Salon Deauville. Featuring two spa services, cocktails, light dinner and 2 spa services; choice of hair blow- out, mini- manicure, mini-pedicure, make- up consultation or threading. $ 45 ( includes light dinner). 514- 933- 8461, chw. ca/ montreal/ events. May 26. Temple Emanu- El- Beth Sholom Honours The Goldbloom family, long time Temple members and exceptional community leaders. Proceeds support Temple’s interfaith and outreach initiatives. 5 p. m., Temple Emanu- El- Beth Sholom, 4100 Sherbrooke W. 514- 937- 3575. May 28. West-Hill Grandmothers’ “TEA & TALES”, an afternoon of storytelling, entertainment and refreshments, benefiting African grandmothers caring for their orphaned grandchildren whose parents have died of AIDS. 2: 30- 4: 30 p. m., Westmount Park United Church, 4695
de Maisonneuve, corner Lansdowne. $ 20. 450- 688- 2213.
May 29. Tea Time For Chez Doris, benefiting Chez Doris day shelter for women. 2- 5 p. m., Atwater Club, 3505 Atwater. Featuring tea, scones, other treats and silent auction. $ 60, or $ 100 for two. Talar Dikijian, 514- 816- 0490, tdikijian@chezdoris.ca, chezdoris.ca.
May 30. CIJA Honours CDPQ President/ CEO Michael Sabia At WORDS & DEEDS Dinner. 6 p. m., Complexe Desjardins. Award chair, Stephen Bronfman, Dinner chairs, Pierre Boivin, David J. Cape, Joel Reitman, Jonathan Wener, Shelley Fisher, 514916- 1691, sfisher@cija.ca, . wordsanddeeds.ca/montreal.
May 31. JGH Luxury Avenue Signature Event Featuring Driving in Fast Luxurious Cars alongside Nascar Race Car Driver Isabelle Tremblay. Benefiting the new JGH critical care wing Pavilion K, including the Emergency Department and Heart and Neuroscience Centres. Circuit ICAR, 12 800 Henri Fabre. Chairs, David Bitton, Martin Cauchon, Vince Guzzo, Claude Léger. Honourary chair, Isabelle Tremblay. Mary Etzitian 514- 340- 8222 local 3986, jghluxuryavenue.org.
JUNE
June 1. Canadian Red Cross Fundraising Event “Global Ambassador of Humanity.” Windsor Station. Chairs, Norman Steinberg, global vice chair, Norton Rose Fulbright and chair, Norton Rose Fulbright Canada, R. Jeffrey Orr, president/ CEO Power Financial Corp. and Suzanne Legge Orr. Hon. president, Michèle Dionne. Diane Harnois, 514- 362- 2930 Local 3622950, diane. harnois@ redcross. ca.
June 1. Cummings Centre Presents
LET THE GOOD TIMES ROLL, an evening of entertainment by Sheldon Kagan with comedy, dance, music! 7 p. m., Rialto Theatre, 5723, Parc. Floor: Members $ 30, non- members $ 40. Balcony: members $ 25, non- members $ 35. 514- 342- 1234.
June 1. Benefit Soirée Featuring
Ensemble Vocal QW4RTZ, “A Capella Classics Reinvented”. Bourgie Hall, MMFA, 1339 Sherbrooke W. Featuring world- class performances, exquisite cocktail reception and chance to mingle with artists over dessert. $ 150. 514- 285- 2000 Local 4, fondation@mbmtl.org, mbam.qc.ca, Event co- ordinators, Anne- Marie Côté, Véronique Thibault. June 1. Jewish Eldercare Auxiliary’s “AN EVENING OF LAUGHTER.” David Novek explores the career of Mel Brooks, whose motion pictures elevated outrageous parodies to high comic art. 8 p. m., 5750 Lavoie. Refreshments. Valet Parking. 514- 7384500 Local 8108.
June 2. CJPAC’s ACTION Party. 8: 30 p. m. The Belvedere, Montreal Science Centre. Uniting hundreds of young
professionals with politicians of all levels to celebrate political engagement! $ 80 in advance. 514- 938- 0514, cjpacactionparty.com.
June 3. Hellenic Ladies Benevolent
Society’s Annual Ilios Benefit Gala, funding Summer Camps Program for underprivileged children. 514- 7171248, Belle Grivakis, 514- 942- 6910, Christina Maroudas, 514- 717- 1248.
June 4. Showtime at Fulford Hall! High Energy Cadillac Music of ‘ 50s, ‘ 60s and ‘ 70s, benefiting New Hope Senior Citizens’ Centre. 7- 11 p. m., Fulford Hall, 1444 Union. 514- 484- 0425, glafferty@videotron.ca.
June 5. Goodman Cancer Research
Gala Tribute Honouring Legacy of Rosalind Goodman, benefiting McGill University Goodman Cancer Research Centre. 5: 30 pm cocktail, Hyatt Regency Montreal. 6: 30 p. m. dinner, Complexe Desjardins. Annette Novak, 514- 398- 4970, gala2016. gcrc@mcgill.ca, gcrcmcgill.com.
June 6. Montreal Centre of Canadian Hadassah- WIZO Theodor Herzl Chapter Movie Night. 7 p. m., Cote St. Luc Aquatic Center. Screening awardwinning film David: One Boy, Two Faiths, a beautiful movie about family, friendship, faith and the challenges of being different in America. $ 25 ( includes refreshments). 514- 933- 8461, ca/ montreal/ events.
June 7. Miriam Foundation Art
Auction. 6: 30 p. m., Parisian Laundry, 3550 Ste- Antoine W. Chairs, Judy Wolfe, Carol Tryansky, Franki Yanofsky, Jeannette Hoffman- Zaffir. Featuring amazing artwork and great eats. Sponsorship/ tickets, Maude, 514- 345- 1300 Local 122, maudeb@miriamfoundation.ca, miriamfoundation.ca/en/events/9-5e- annual- artauction.html
June 7. MADA’s Annual Gala Honouring Brenda And Sam Gewurz, benefiting The MADA Community Center. Windsor Ballrooms. Shterna, 514- 3424969 Local 246, shterna@madacenter.com, madacenter.com.
June 8. A Chance to Shine: Ometz Fundraising Gala, under the patronage of Mr. & Mrs. Herbert Black. Helping children and youth at risk. 6 p. m. VIP Cocktail, 7: 30 p. m. show, Théâtre Maisonneuve, Place des Arts, 260 de Maisonneuve W. Featuring internationally acclaimed Les 7 Doigts de la Main. Aviva Artzy, 514- 342- 0000 Local 3470, ometz. ca/ shine.
June 11. Fundraising Dance For The Quebec ALS Society, providing support for people with ALS. $ 20. 3015, Lachine Legion Hall, Henri Dunant. Featuring live band playing golden oldies! Roger Boudreau, 514- 772- 2373, roger. boudreau@ bell. ca, sla- quebec. ca/ event/ dansez-avec- les- classics. June 10. Ritz- Carlton Montreal Grand Prix Party. The usual spectacular and then some! Beneficiary TBA. Tickets available as of April. 514- 842---
4212 Local 1952.
June 15. Executive Club Dinner Of The International Economic Forum Of The Americas. Omni Hotel. 514- 8751353 Local 205.
June 17. Concordia Centre for Arts in Human Development’s A Night at the Oscar - Celebrating 20 Years Of Musical Theatre And The Arts. 7: 30 p. m. ( reception to follow), Oscar Peterson Concert Hall, 7141 Sherbrooke W. Poppy Baktis, 514- 848- 8616, poppy. baktis@concordia.ca, concordia. ca/ cahd.
June 16. Benefit Luncheon Chapeau
Mont Royal, a sophisticated gourmet luncheon organized by Les amis de la montagne! 11: 30 a. m.- 2 p. m., Mount Royal Chalet. Hats required. $ 250. Corporate tables of 10: $ 3,500. Sponsorships available. chapeaumontroyal.com.
June 17. Lobster Lunch, THE Business Rendez- vous Presented By Metro. 12- 2 p. m, Place Bonaventure. Supporting Fondation Tel- jeunes and presented under the hon. chairmanship of Yanick Blanchard, head of credit capital markets, National Bank Financial Markets. 4000 expected for festive lobster dinner celebrating summer and fine networking! $ 300. Maude Landreville, 514- 288- 1444 Local 232, mlandreville@fondationteljeunes.org.
June 18. 78th Fraser Highlanders
Special 50th Annversary Fraser Fling “1966 again.” Celebrating a return to 1966! 60s dress- up welcome! Bonsecours Market. $ 140. 514- 284- 0723 Local 277.
June 18. Strangers In The Night, benefiting Starlight Children’s Foundation. Fairview Centre Parking Lot, Pointe- Claire. Featuring superb edibles from 75+ restos plus amazing performances! 514- 945- 3347, strangersinthenight.ca.
June 21. SEGAL CENTRE GALA. 6: 30 p. m., cocktail dînatoire, 8 p. m., curtain call for Dora Wasserman Yiddish Theatre’s production of The Producers - A New Mel Brooks Musical In Yiddish. Includes post- show dessert and party. 250$. Jessica Yaffe, 514- 739- 2301 Local 8302, jyaffe@segalcentre.org. JULY July 30. Montreal Highland Games VIP Launch Cocktail, benefiting Montreal Highland Games Society. Verdun City Hall. 514- 875- 1353 Local 205, montrealhighlandgames.qc.ca. AUGUST August 6. Montreal SPCA GRIFF; A Just for Cats Video Festival for an outdoor feline, festive family day! Includes outdoor screening of the best and funniest cat videos.legriff.com
Aug. 18, 19, 20. Montreal Caribbean Fashion Week. 7 p. m., Multi- faith Chaplaincy, Concordia, 7141 Sherbrooke W. Featuring fashions by local
and international designers worn by local and international models. Tickets in advance $ 25. Door, $ 35. 514- 6206612.
Aug. 21. Sinai Rally For The Mount Sinai Hospital Foundation. 9 a. m. - 9 p. m., The Hospital, 5690, Cavendish. Chairs, Olivier Proulx, Hailey Druker, David Druker. Exciting car rally features great food, prizes and more! Ashley Levitt, 514- 369- 2222 Local 1305, sinairally.org.
Aug. 25. Beth Ora Raffle For MCH Foundation. 6: 30 p. m., Beth Ora, 2600 Badeaux. MCH representative on hand to discuss project supported at new Glen site. Tickets 514- 748- 6559, raffle@bethora.org. Jackie Tabac, 514- 747- 6801
Aug. 25. Le Bal Rouge Fundraising Gala, benefiting the MUHC Cardiac Catheterization Lab. 6: 30 p. m., Ritz-Carlton Montreal. Promises to dazzle! Maria Arvanitis, 514- 934- 1934, Local 35880, maria. arvanitis@ muhc. mcgill. ca
SEPTEMBER Sept. 13. My Evening at the 2016 Trans-Amériques. 6 p. m., 175, President Kennedy. Gala co- chair, actress Macha Limonchik. Amélie Aumont, 514- 842- 0704, amelie. aumont@ fta. ca, FTA, Danse + Theater, fta.ca/contribuer/.
Sept. 19. Musée d’art contemporain
de Montréal ( MAC) Ball. 6: 30 p. m., the Museum, 185, Sainte- Catherine W. Glittering benefit, a highlight of the social season! Organizing committee chair, Debbie Zakaib. Danièle Patenaude 514- 847- 6234, daniele. patenaude@ macm. org, macm. org.
Sept. 20. Mount Sinai Auxiliary
Bridge and Mah Jongg Luncheon, 11 a. m., Hillsdale Golf and Country Club. Includes luncheon, raffle, silent auction, door prizes. $ 60. 514- 369- 2222 Local 1337, auxiliary@sinaimontreal.ca.
Sept. 24. New Annual Unity Ball Of The Royal Canadian Artillery Association, reuniting all reservists and regiments of greater Montreal to raise funds for homeless veterans. Côte- des- Neiges Military Armoury. 514- 875- 1353 Local 205.
Sept. 24, 25. Sun Youth Hosts Montreal Model Train Exposition. Sun Youth, 4251 St. Urbain. A great event for young and old to relive one of the great hobbies of the past! 514- 9181501, MontrealModeltrainExposition.com.
Sept. 29. Cabaret Du Mont Royal Benefit Eve at the Casino de Montréal Vintage Theatre. Organized by local business leaders and professionals to raise funds for Société des Enfants Handicapés du Québec. Jean Fabi headlines the Rock’n’Roll performers! 514- 842- 8791 Local 204, vlafontaine@flexgroup.com,