Thursday, Oct. 15
The Westmount Historical Association's fall lecture series continues with 'The James K. Ward Family and Photographic Album' with guest speakers Gary Aitken and Denis Longchamps, at 7 p.m. in the Westmount Room of the Westmount Public Library, 4574 Sherbrooke St. W. Admission is free to WHA members, $5 at the door for non-members. Info: 514-989-5510 or 514-932-6688.
Monday, Oct. 19
Meet the Candidates evening in Victoria Hall, 4626 Sherbrooke St. W., at 7 p.m. Candidates in Westmount's Nov. 1 municipal election will present their platforms and answer questions from the audience. Presented by the Westmount Examiner and the Westmount Municipal Association.
Wednesday, Oct. 21
Marriage Information Meeting at Temple Emanu-El Beth Sholom, 395 Elm Ave., at 5:30 p.m. Couples considering intermarriage or conversion by one partner before marriage are invited to attend in order to learn of Temple's policies and practices, and to tour facilities. Rabbi Leigh Lerner will explain. Appointments with Rabbi after a brief meeting. Info: 514-937-3575.
Galerie D'Este, 1329 Greene Ave., presents a group exhibition by its women artists, through Oct. 11. Works of painting, engraving, sculpture, photography and mixed media by Ludmila Armata, Sophie DeFrancesca, Sarindar Dhaliwal, Katia Gosselin, Angela Grossmann, Caroline Marshall, and Susan Szenes is featured. Info: 514-846-1515 or www.galeriedeste.com
Centre 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
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.
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
