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Galleries and exhibitions

The Kirkland Library, 17100 Hymus Blvd. in Kirkland, presents an exhibit of paintings by Karel de Zeeuw starting Saturday and continuing to March 29. Vernissage on Sunday from 2 to 4 p.m. Call 514-630-2726, local 3216.

The Dorval Museum of Local History and Heritage, 1850 Lakeshore Dr. in Dorval, presents the exhibition Headlines, which explores the history of womens issues in Canada through an innovative lens, with a collection of more than 60 hats from different eras. Continues until May 10. Call 514-633-4175.

The Stewart Hall Art Gallery, 176 Lakeshore Rd. in Pointe-Claire, presents the exhibition Material, Mass and Dust, starting Saturday and continuing to April 19. Vernissage on Sunday from 2 to 4:30 p.m. Call 514-630-1254.

Montreal Aviation Museumon McGill Universitys MacDonald campus, 21111 Lakeshore Rd. in Ste-Anne-de-Bellevue, is open to the public Saturday-Tuesday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Call 514-398-7948 or visitcahc-ccpa.com.

Lakeshore Light Opera presents Iolanthe by Gilbert & Sullivan until March 14 at Lakeside Academy, 5050 Sherbrooke St. in Lachine. For tickets ($15 to $30) visit llo.org or call 514-804-4900.

Demystifying Art: David Armstrong Six. Lecture with the artists on March 18 from 10 to 11 a.m. at the Stewart Hall Art Gallery, 176 Lakeshore Rd. in Pointe-Claire. Free. Call 514-630-1254.

Murder Mystery Dinner Theatre A Grand Murder written and directed by Steve Gillam on March 28, April 4, 18, 25 and May 2 at 6 p.m. at Dorval-Strathmore United Church, 310 Brookhaven Ave. in Dorval. Tickets: $40, $35 for seniors/students. Call 514-793-9879 or email dsuc13churchevents@gmail.com.

St-Eugene: Suburb Lights (Cabaret Nights). Indie-folk band from Montreal on Friday at 8 p.m. at the Peter B. Yeomans Cultural Centre, 1401 Lakeshore Dr. in Dorval. Tickets: $20. Visit ville.dorval.qc.ca.

Solstice. World music with Montreal-based Celtic folk band Solstice on March 15 at 3 p.m. at the Pointe-Claire Cultural Centre, 176 Lakeshore Rd. in Pointe-Claire. Free, but passes required. Call 514-630-1220, local 1774.

Ensemble stn: In the Shadow of Mount Damavand (Divertissimo Series) on Sunday at 11 a.m. at the Peter B. Yeomans Cultural Centre, 1401 Lakeshore Dr. in Dorval. Tickets: $10, $5 for children aged 6-12, free for children five and under. Call 514-633-4175.

Orchestre Mtropolitain: A Tale of Two Cities. Classical grand concert on March 20 at 8 p.m. at Saint-Joachim Church, 2 Ste-Anne Ave. in Pointe-Claire. Tickets: $22, $16 for students/seniors. Call 514-630-1220, local 0.

Lakeshore Chamber Music Society presents Beethoven 250 with Elizabeth Dolin (cello) and Wei-Tang Huang (piano) on March 20 at 7:30 p.m. at Union Church, 24 Maple Ave. in Ste-Anne-de-Bellevue. Admission: $20, $15 for seniors (60+) and students, 16 and under admitted for free. Visit lakeshorechambermusic.org.

Lakeshore Chamber Orchestra spring concert on March 21 at 7:30 p.m. at Valois United Church, 70 Belmont Ave. in Pointe-Claire. Donation: $10, 18 and under admitted for free. Visit lakeshorechamberorchestra.ca.

St. Columba concerts presents a piano concert featuring Olivia Musat on March 28 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.

Kirkland Concert Band, a community wind ensemble band, rehearse every Wednesday from 7 to 10 p.m. at the Kirkland Chalet, 81 Park Ridge Rd. in Kirkland. They are a group of amateur, volunteer musicians who play concerts in parks, senior residences and other locations with the goal of bringing music into the community. Visit kirklandconcertband.org.

Briarwood Presbyterian Church Choir is looking for singers to join their choir. The service is from 10 to 11 a.m. every Sunday at 70 Beaconsfield Blvd. Call 514-695-1879.

The Low Vision Self-Help Association meets on Wednesday from 1 to 3:30 p.m. at Briarwood Presbyterian Church, 70 Beaconsfield Blvd. in Beaconsfield. Topic: Adapting Our Home for Low Vision. All welcome. Call 514-694-2965.

Living with Arthritis. AWISH offers a series of 5-sessions with coping tips, nutrition, exercise, alternative therapies, etc. starting April 6 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Chalet Holleufeur in Kirkland. To register, call 514-631-3288 or arthritis@awishmontreal.org.

Lou Gehrigs Disease SLA/ALS Family Caregiver support group, offered by NOVA West Island, meets the first Monday of every month from 6 to 8 p.m. in Beaconsfield. Call 514-695-8335, local 205.

AWISH Montreal offers exercise for arthritis with a movement professional on Monday evenings from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at the Sarto Desnoyers Community Centre in Dorval. Classes ongoing. Free trial for first timers. To register, call 514-631-3288 or email arthritis@awishmontreal.org.

Compassionate Friends, an international self-help support group for bereaved parents, meets on the first Tuesday of each month. For information and support, call 438-257-0881.

Overeaters Anonymous, a 12-step recovery group for compulsive overeaters, anorexics and bulimics. No weigh-ins, dues or fees. Weekly meetings at various locations. Call 514-488-1812.

ANEB open support group for people (aged 17+) suffering from an eating disorder and their loved ones. Open to those suffering or living with an obsession of their body image, as well as support groups for their loved ones. The groups are confidential, free of charge and require no registration or long-term commitment. They are offered in English, on the West Island. Visit anebquebec.com/en/services/groupe-de-soutien-ouverts.

GRASP Grief Recovery After a Substance Passing. A free peer support group for people grieving the loss of a loved one to substance abuse meet every Wednesday from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. in Beaconsfield. To register, call 514-898-1220 or email graspmontreal@hotmail.com or visit grasphelp.org.

LGBTQ2+ Adult & Seniors supper open to adult and seniors who are questioning their gender identity or sexual orientation every Thursday from 4 to 8 p.m. at Beaconsfield United Church, 202 Woodside Ave. Visit http://www.lgbtq2centre.com.

Al-Anon Family Groups. Compassionate help for family and friends of alcoholics. If you are troubled by someone elses drinking you can find help and hope in a friendly, supportive atmosphere. Call 514-866-9803, email aisarea88english@gmail.com or visit alanonalateenqcouest.org.

Adult ADHD Support Group West Island. For adults and their loved ones who have ADHD. They meet every second Thursday at 7:45 p.m. Call 514-773-9815 or email adultadhd.wi@gmail.com.

TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly)is a low-cost non-profit organization that helps with weight-loss support. They meet every Wednesday at 7 p.m. at Cedar Park Chalet, 20 Robinsdale Ave., in Pointe-Claire. Visit tops.org.

West Island Cancer Wellness Centre. Compassionate support and programs such as yoga, massage therapy, counselling, and more. They work with your health care professionals to improve your well-being and their services help you manage the emotional and physical challenges that come from a cancer diagnosis. Open Monday to Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., except on Wednesdays until 8 p.m. at 115 Du Barry St. in Kirkland. All services are free. Visit wicwc.org or call 514-695-9355.

Gamblers Anonymousoffers help to anyone suffering from a gambling problem. Call 514-484-6666 or visitgamontreal.ca.

The Montreal Chapter of the Canadian Aviation Historical Society meets on March 19 at 11 a.m. at the Pointe-Claire Legion Hall, 365 St. Louis St. Viswanath (Vis) Tata will speak on CRJ 7001 the Untold Story. Cost: $5 includes light lunch. Call 450-463-1998.

The More You Know: Mangez local au rythme des saisons. With nutritionist and author Julie Aub who will discuss the advantages of eating food produced locally from Quebec all year round. Presented in French with bilingual question period on March 14 at 2 p.m. at the Dorval Library, 1401 Lakeshore Drive. Free. Call 514-633-4170.

Yoga for Your Face with Carole Morency on March 18 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the Pointe-Claire Public Library, 100 Douglas Shand Ave. Rejuvenate your face by strengthening and relaxing facial muscles through a series of small but specific movements. Free, but passes required. Call 514-630-1218.

Club Cycliste Beaconsfield. Season opener meeting for avid cyclists on March 27 at 7 p.m. at Holleuffer Chalet, 75 Charlevoix St. in Kirkland. This club is a volunteer run, non-profit organization composed of avid recreational cyclists in the West Island. An overview of upcoming activities for existing and new members (or interested parties) will be given. All West-Island road cyclists welcome. Visit clubcycliste.com.

Kirkland 55+ Club for seniors offers contract bridge sessions (no partner needed) every Sunday from 1 to 4 p.m. at 16950A Hymus Blvd. in Kirkland. They also offer duplicate bridge sessions (with partners) every Wednesday afternoon from 1 to 4 p.m. Cost: $4, $2 for members. Call 514-694-2435 or email haeri@videotron.ca.

Senior Mens Contract Bridge Club every Tuesday from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Edwin-Crawford Residence, 35 Maywood Ave. in Pointe-Claire. Cost: $5. No partner or commitment required. Call 514-697-4159.

Lakeshore Creative Stitchery Guild meets every Thursday from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. and alternating Tuesdays from 7 to 10 p.m. at the Centre Nol Legault, 245 Lakeshore Rd. in Pointe-Claire. Visitors and beginners welcome. Visit lcsg-gtal.ca.

Rummage sale on Wednesday from 10 a.m. to noon at St. Johns United Church, 98 Aurora Ave. in Pointe-Claire.

Lenten lunches every Wednesday (until April 8) from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Christ Church Beaurepaire, 455 Church St. in Beaconsfield. Cost: $8 includes homemade soup, bread, cheese, dessert, tea and coffee. Call 514-697-2204.

Book, bake and craft sale on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Valois United Church, 70 Belmont Ave. in Pointe-Claire.

Boutique 24 Thrift Shop is open every Thursday from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. and the last Friday of each month from 6 to 9 p.m. at Union Church, Adair Hall, 24 Maple Ave. in Ste-Anne-de-Bellevue. Donations welcome. Call 514-713-5054.

Thrift Shops for NOVAoffer 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 shopat 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.Boutique NOVA in Plaza Pointe-Claire.Boutique NOVA Hudson, 455 Main Rd. and a second new location 538 Main Rd. in Hudson. Call 450-202-6682.All are open from Tuesday to Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Donations welcome. Visitthriftshopsfornova.com.

The Teapot 50+ Centre, 2901 St-Joseph Blvd. in Lachine, needs volunteers to help out at their upcoming St. Pats Pub afternoon on March 18 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tasks include setting up the room, helping with food prep, serving and clean-up. This event provides members with the opportunity to socialize, celebrate and share a pint or two in a friendly, safe environment. Call 514-637-5627 or theresag@theteapot.org.

ABOVAS a non-profit organization that offers accompanied-transport for West Island residents going to medical appointments on the island of Montreal. If you need assistance and would like to use this service, or if you have a few hours to offer with access to a car and would like to volunteer, email info@abovas.com or call 514-694-3838, or visit abovas.com.

Volunteer West Islandmatches you with volunteer opportunities that suit your interests in the West Island. Visitcabvwi.org or call 514-457-5445, ext. 226. They are currently looking for the following:

Volunteer West Island is looking for Meals on Wheels volunteers for the Pierrefonds and Roxboro kitchens, two cooks for Pierrefonds as well as clean up help in Roxboro, Dorval and Ste-Anne-de-Bellevue. Ages 18+.

Volunteer West Island coordinates the Income tax assistance service offered at several West Island locations. We are looking for a receptionist for our Valois location, two half days per week for six weeks. Tasks include booking appointments and managing the flow of clients through the centre. 18 and up

The Low-Vision Self-Help Association, which meets the second Wednesday of each month in Beaconsfield, is looking for two volunteer drivers to bring members to the meeting, as well a volunteer to help with setting up the snack and the rooms tables & chairs. Ages 16+.

The Nova Adult Day Centre is always in need of volunteers to share time with a lovely group of adults through physical, sensory, reminiscence activities as well as music and song, dance, arts & craft, gaming, exercise, baking and pet therapy or any other topic that you would like to offer. The centre operates Tuesday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Lunch provided. Minimum age: 18 years.

CROM, a rehabilitation centre for adults and children living with intellectual disabilities, autism spectrum disorders and/or physical disabilities, is looking for English or French speaking volunteers. They must be energetic, creative and fun and enjoy arts and crafts, games, homework help, to support parents with young children in their homes. Visits are 2 hours and can take place weekly or biweekly. Ages 18+.

Several West Island seniors residences are looking for friendly visitors for clients who have no family close by it makes a world of difference in their lives. Also needed are volunteers to help run the group activities with the recreation technician. Ages 16+.

West Island Citizen Advocacyis a Centraide/WICS community organization that matches those in need with volunteer advocates. Call 514-694-5850 or visit volunteerwica.com. They need:

A Dollard resident in her early 90s who loves plants would like to share some time with a female volunteer. She speaks Mauritian Creole and Hakka, as well as limited French. She is autonomous although has some trouble with mobility due to arthritis. She is very kind and enjoys socializing and would love to have a friendly visitor for a cup of coffee or tea. When weather is nice she would enjoy a walk to the nearby park or enjoy the fresh air in her backyard garden.

A Pointe-Claire lady in her 70s with some mobility problems would love the company of a female volunteer for some social support. She speaks French and English, loves swimming, dancing and using the treadmill. She has access to all these facilities but would love to be accompanied by someone. She is a very pleasant person to spend time with.

A friendly and sociable automotive engineer who lives in le-Bizardwould appreciate spending some time with a volunteer who can help him become more familiar with social media and using his computer. He is in his early 70, he speaks English and German, and he is very autonomous.

An English-speaking Pierrefonds lady in her late 70s would like a female volunteer to accompany her shopping this summer once a month. She is in a wheelchair but uses adapted taxi for transportation and the volunteer can accompany her in the taxi to and from the shop.

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West Island Community Calendar for the week of March 11 - Montreal Gazette

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