The Atwater Library and Computer Centre, 1200 Atwater Ave. at Tupper (métro Atwater) presents a computer workshop on Ebay and Etsy from 1 to 3 p.m. on Thursdays Aug. 20 and 27 (total of four hours). Learn how to sell and buy items online. Fee is $65-$75. Advance registration required with Nisa Malli at 514-935-7344.
Wednesday, Aug. 26Lawn book sale and BBQ at the Atwater Library and Computer Centre, 1200 Atwater Ave., from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Join the Atwater Library to celebrate reading, food and friendship at our Lawn Book Sale and BBQ! This outdoor fundraising event features fabulous deals on books for children and adults. Hot dogs donated by Metro Supermarché Fletcher in Westmount will be on sale. All proceeds will support the Atwater Library's community educational and cultural programs.
Saturday, August 29Thomas More Institute is holding its annual book sale and open house. New and used books and CDs, fiction and non-fiction, are available for purchase. Discussion leaders will be on hand to talk about this year’s new courses. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 3405 Atwater Ave. Info: 514-935-9585.
Sunday, Sept. 6Congregation Shaar Hashomayim, 425 Metcalfe Ave., presents Sundays at the Shaar with soprano Sharon Azrieli, who will perform selections from Broadway to opera at a noon luncheon. Cost is $5 for lunch and program. Reservations are required. Info: 514- 937-9471.
Monday, Sept. 18Dramatis Personae, Westmount’s Community Theatre, holds the first meeting of its new season in the Lodge Room of Victoria Hall, 4626 Sherbrooke St. W., at 8 p.m. The session will start with drama exercises before we begin rehearsals for performances of short plays in early December. New members are welcome. Experience is not necessary. The fee for the Fall session is $120. For more information, or to register, please call 514-486-7423 or 514–484–2016, or email dramatis.personae07@gmail.com
OngoingCentre Greene, 1090 Greene Ave., is now accepting registrations for its After-School program, which includes gym time, park time, homework hour and a snack. Ages 5-12. $195 per month (sliding scale and family discounts available). Registration is ongoing, school starts Aug. 31! Full time, part time, ped days. Info: 514-931-6202 or www.centregreene.org
Members of the Association indépendante de l’Art present the exhibition 'Summer Dream' through Sept. 19 at Galerie L’Envol, #522, 372 Ste Catherine St. W. Info: 514-489-0356.
Contactivity Centre for Seniors has course registration in September for fall courses: Bridge Instruction (three levels), Stretch to Music (up to twice weekly), Line Dancing, Tai Chi, History ("Canada's Prime Ministers" this term) and Philosophy ("Reflecting on the Worlds We Inherit" this term). We also have a fantastic inter-generational choir, twice weekly community lunches, trips and outings and lots of volunteering opportunities. Call 514-932-2326 for more info. We're a seniors' community centre located in Westmount but anyone 60+ is welcome.
Harmonia Westmount is a dynamic women's ensemble committed to its community. The ensemble performs in a variety of musical styles and languages. Rehearsals take place every Tuesday from 7 to 9:30 p.m. at Victoria Hall, 4626 Sherbrooke St. W., from September to June. Previous choral experience, as well as sight-reading ability, is a great asset, but is not an absolute pre-requisite. If you lack these qualities but have a strong musical sense, sing in tune, and possess a pleasant voice, please come audition. To schedule an audition or for more information, please e-mail harmoniawestmount@gmail.com or call 514-932-2026.
Stepping Stones to a Jewish Me: A special and stimulating program at Temple Emanu-El- Beth Sholom which addresses the needs of interfaith couples and their young school-aged children. Interfaith couple? Wondering about how you and your child fit into Jewish life? Each lively child-and-parent oriented meeting explores and clearly explains key facets of Jewish living every young family can activate. Registration now open, classes begin Saturday, Sept. 26 at 395 Elm Ave. Info: Ilana Kuska at 514-937-3575 ext. 210 or ilana@templemontreal.ca
Friends of the Westmount Library ask that you think of them if you have any books you wish to donate for their book sales. They accept quality hard covers and paperbacks in reasonable condition, on all subjects. Please drop off your books at the library circulation desk, 4574 Sherbrooke W.
Westmount Toastmasters: Take the fear out of public speaking every Tuesday at 7 p.m. in Victoria Hall, 4626 Sherbrooke W. For more information, go online to www.westmount-toastmasters.org.
Mary’s Recovery: Weekly meetings in English and French at the Westmount YMCA. Non-profit organization. Self-help groups for people seeking help in dealing with fear, stress, depression, anxiety, panic attacks, phobias, insomnia and gambling addiction. Info: 514-485-2194 between 10 a.m.
The Montreal Camera Club meets each Monday at 7:30 p.m. at Westmount Park Church, 4695 de Maisonneuve, entrance at rear. Slide shows, competitions and workshops. Visitors welcome. For more information please call Barbara Deans, president, at 514-739-9255, or log on at www.montrealcameraclub.com
