Bulletin Board

Thursday, Oct. 4

The Magical World of Family History: the first of four workshops on how to use computers and the Internet to find ancestors will be held at the Atwater Library, 1200 Atwater Ave., from 6 to 8 p.m. You'll have to act fast to secure a place. Contact Heather Isaacson at hisaacson@atwaterlibrary.ca or phone 514-935-7344 and ask for Heather or Tanya Mayhew.

Friday, Oct. 5

TGIF at Centre Greene, 1090 Greene Ave., from 6 to 8:30 p.m. Meal followed by weekly activity for ages 5-11. $10 per drop-in. RSVP/Info: 514-931-6202 or www.centregreene.org

Sunday, Oct. 7

The Leisure Institute of Shaar Hashomayim, 425 Metcalfe Ave., presents motivational speaker and educator Roslyn Malin, who will present the lecture 'You Have the Power to Make it a Great Day' at a noon luncheon. Admission is $5. Info: 514-937-9471.

Wednesday, Oct. 10

Senior's Luncheon at Centre Greene, 1090 Greene Ave., from 12:15 to 2 p.m.

$5 per meal. RSVP/Info: 514-931-6202 or www.centregreene.org.

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 available with Rabbi after brief meeting. Please reserve dinner by noon on Nov. 2. Study class only, arrive at 6:15 p.m. Info: 514-937-3575.

The Westmount Horticultural Society welcomes Orysia Valenti, who will demonstrate 'Floral Arrangements for the Fall' at 7 p.m. at the Westmount Public Library, 4574 Sherbrooke St. W. Join the society or renew your membership. Annual dues are $15; guest fee is $5. Info: 514-932-9349 or westhortsoc@sympatico.ca.

The Atwater Library and Computer Centre Book Club presents a discussion of the book 'Dreams of My Russian Summer' by Andrei Makine at 7:30 p.m. in the library, 1200 Atwater Ave. Coffee will be served and participants are welcome to bring a snack. Discussion led by Montreal author Mary Soderstrom. You do not have to have read the book to enjoy the discussion. Free Admission. Everyone is welcome. Info: Tanya Mayhew at 514-935-7344, ext.203 or at tmayhew@atwaterlibrary.ca

Thursday, Oct. 11

The Bimetallic Question, the local Sherlock Holmes Society, will meet in the Westmount Room of the Westmount Library at 6:30 p.m. All potential sleuths are welcome to come and learn the mystery of this Question and participate in the proceedings. There will be an optional quiz on The Adventure of the Priory School (No connection with our local place of study with the same name!). Info: 514-931-8690.

Friday, Oct. 12

Women’s Rosh Chodesh Prayer Service for the Hebrew month of Cheshvan will take place at 8:30 a.m. at the Shaar Hashomayim Synagogue in the chapel, 120 Cote St. Antoine Rd. Women and children welcome. For more information please call Judy at 484-7862, Shelley at 489-9094 or Barbara at 683-4926.

The Atwater Branch of the Montreal Children's Library, 1200 Atwater Ave., presents Spanish Storytime with Maria Revilla at 10:30 a.m. for ages 3 to 5. Info: 514-931-2304.

The Atwater Lunchtime Series presents Ranee Lee, who will read from her new children’s book, 'Nana, What Do You Say?' and performs the song that inspired the story, at 12:30 p.m. at the Atwater Library, 1200 Atwater Ave. (at Tupper). Free admission. Everyone welcome. Coffee will be served. Attendees are welcome to bring their lunch and enjoy it during the presentation. Info: Tanya Mayhew at tmayhew@atwaterlibrary.ca or 514-935-7344 ext. 203.

TGIF at Centre Greene, 1090 Greene Ave., from 6 to 8:30 p.m. Meal followed by weekly activity for ages 5-11. $10 per drop-in. RSVP/Info: 514-931-6202 or www.centregreene.org

The C.G. Jung Society of Montreal presents a lecture by Paul Kugler, a Jungian analyst based in East Aurora, N.Y., entitled 'The Legacy of the Dead', at 7:30 p.m. at Dawson college, 4001 de Maisonneuve Boul. W. There will also be two workshops presented by Dr. Kugler on Saturday, Oct. 13: The psychological meaning of gardens, in the morning, and on the history of the Eranos conferences, in the afternoon.

Info: 514-481-8664.

Saturday, Oct. 13

Rummage Sale at Saint Matthias' Church, 131 Côte St. Antoine Rd. at 10 a.m. Clothes, household goods, books, toys, dishes, appliances, linens and more! Info: 514 933-4295.

WARM Writers (Writers Association for Resourceful Minds) presents a hands-on Japanese (Sushi) Flower Arranging Workshop (materials provided) with Sheila Lyons, president, International Ikebana Association Montreal, at 2p.m. at the Montreal Masonic Temple, 2295 St. Marc St., 4th floor. Admission is $2 for WARM members, $5 for non-members (WARM membership $10). Reservations not required. Info: Jeanette Paul at 450-651-7044 or geocities.com/warmwriters

Monday, Oct. 15

French Book Club (afternoon) at the Westmount Public Library, 4574 Sherbrooke St. W. Join the French Book Club at 1 p.m. on as they discuss books written by Alison Lurie. Info: 514-989-5386.

Tuesday, Oct. 16

The St. James Literary Society presents Joyce Borenstein, who will speak on 'The Colours of My Father' at 7:30 p.m. in the McGill Faculty Club, 3450 McTavish St. Info: 514-484-0146.

English Book Club at the Westmount Public Library, 4574 Sherbrooke St. W. Join the English Book Club from 7 to 9 p.m. on as they discuss Lullabies for Little Criminals by Heather O’Neill. Info: 514-989-5386.

Wednesday, Oct. 17

2 o’clock Series at the Westmount Public Library, 4574 Sherbrooke St. W. features 'Life Tips: 101 Green Travel Tips' with Linda Handiak. Join us at 2 p.m. to learn where you can volunteer abroad and experience another culture like never before. Info: 514-989-5386.

French Book Club at the Westmount Public Library, 4574 Sherbrooke St. W. Join the French Book Club from 6:45 to 9 p.m. on as they discuss books written by Hubert Mingarelli. Info: 514-989-5386.

Thursday, October 18

Meet Mountainside United Church: An Open House will be held at Mountainside United Church, 687 Roslyn Ave., from 7 to 9 p.m. The focus of the evening will be on the various activities which take place at the church, some of which are church-sponsored and others which are generated by outside groups. Interest tables and demonstrations will showcase these programs and activities. Light refreshments will be served. Come and meet the Mountainside family and see how it interacts with the community. Info: 514-486-1165.

The Atwater Branch of the Montreal Children's Library, 1200 Atwater Ave., presents Les Contes d'Halloween with Claudette L’Heureux and Lucy Bisson at 10 :30 a.m. in French for ages 3 to 5. Info: 514-931-2304.



Friday, Oct. 19

Chess Club at the Westmount Public Library, 4574 Sherbrooke St. W. Do you enjoy playing chess? Our new chess club will meet at 2 p.m. Drop by for a friendly game as we look forward to meeting new players. Info: 514-989-5386.

Film Fridays at the Westmount Public Library, 4574 Sherbrooke St. W. Join us as we meet at 7 p.m. to view a film and then discuss it afterward. Please register for this event at the circulation desk. Info: 514-989-5386.

Saturday, Oct. 20

Games Night at the Westmount Public Library, 4574 Sherbrooke St. W. Do you like to play games? Join other game enthusiasts for a special night of board and video games at 7 p.m. Info: 514-989-5386.

Sunday, Oct. 21

Stories from Wales and Abroad with David Ambrose at the Westmount Public Library, 4574 Sherbrooke St. W. Join Welsh storyteller David Ambrose at 2 p.m. for this action-packed programme guaranteed to entertain and entrance both young and old. Ages 9 and up. 514-989-5229.

Tuesday, Oct. 23

Readers to Readers Book Club at the Westmount Public Library, 4574 Sherbrooke St. W. Join our morning book club with a twist. The English group will meet at 10 a.m. to talk about great books recently read. Info: 514-989-5386.

Wednesday, Oct. 24

Fall Author Series at the Westmount Public Library, 4574 Sherbrooke St. W. Montreal author Heather O’Neill will speak about her award-winning book, Lullabies for Little Criminals at 7 p.m. Info: 514-989-5386.

Monday, Oct. 29

Fall Author Series at the Westmount Public Library, 4574 Sherbrooke St. W. Join us for an evening with writer and poet Gary Geddes as he reads from his new book Falsework at 7 p.m. Info: 514-989-5386.

Tuesday, Oct. 30

The Atwater Branch of the Montreal Children's Library, 1200 Atwater Ave., presents the Granby Zoo’s Halloween, chauves-souris et cie at 4 p.m. in French for ages 5 to 9. Space is limited and registration is required. Info: 514-931-2304.

Ongoing

The Manoir Westmount seniors residence is looking for a back-up volunteer organist for its Wednesday night Ecumenical Devotions program from 7:45 to 8:45 p.m. If interested, please contact the Leisure Department at 514-937-3943.

The Treble Choir of Christ Church Anglican Cathedral is looking for new members — boys and girls. No fees; voice and theory coaching. Rehearsals on Thursdays at 4:30. Call Patrick Wedd, director of music at 514-843-6577 (local 240).

Montreal Sexual Assault Centre needs female volunteers over 18 years of age to respond to help line for victims of sexual assault. Training sessions will begin on October 12. Métro Guy. For further information, please contact Linda Hébert at 514-934-0505 ext 452.

CLSC René-Cassin is looking for volunteers to work with palliative care patients. Training is provided. For further information, please call 514-488-3673, ext. 1351.

Galerie d'Este, 1329 Greene Ave., presents the work of French artist Jean-Pierre Ruel through Oct. 14. Info: 514-846-1515.

The McClure Gallery at the Visual Arts Centre, 350 Victoria Ave., presents Christian Knudsen's exhibition, Painting, through Oct. 27. Info: 514-488-9558.

The Gallery at Victoria Hall, 4626 Sherbrooke St. W., presents the exhibitions Birds & Flowers by Margit Boronkay and Drawings & Paintings by Ron Jamieson through Oct. 6. Info: 514-989-5226.

The Atwater Branch of the Montreal Children's Library, 1200 Atwater Ave., presents a weekly bilingual storytime, on Mondays at 11 a.m., for ages 3 to 6. Info: 514-931-2304.

Monday to Friday, after-school at Centre Greene: gym time, park time, homework hour and a snack. Ages 5 to 12. $195 per month (sliding scale and family discounts available). Registration ongoing. Full time, part time, ped days. Info 514-931-6202 or www.centregreene.org

Do you love to sing, and can you carry a tune? Do you want to learn and have fun at the same time? Come and join a diverse group of women from all over Montreal, led by a dynamic choir director. We sing a variety of music from many cultures and traditions. Rehearsals take place on Tuesdays from 7 to 9:15 p.m. at Victoria Hall. For more information call Marilynn at 514-932-2026.

Dramatis Personae, Westmount's Community Theatre, invites you to try your acting skills. Join us for an exciting new season under the directorship of Jacqueline Van de Geer. We are offering a 12-week semester of acting exercises and general theatre skills taught by Ms. Van de Geer in preparation for casting and rehearsal of a play to be produced next spring. For further details call 514-484-2016 or 514-486-7423 or e-mail dramatis.personae07@gmail.com

Do you want to become a better communicator? Does your job require you to come into contact with people with a hearing loss? Do you have a deaf or hard-of-hearing relative? A course in Oral Communication, offered at Dawson College this fall, might be just the thing for you. A second course, Oral Interpretation, will be offered to people who wish to learn how to provide interpreting services to oral deaf individuals. For more information, please contact Eva Basch at 514-636-0755 or ebasch@videotron.ca.

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. Info: 514-637-2767.

Westmount Toastmasters: Take the fear out of public speaking every Tuesday at 7 p.m. in Victoria Hall, 4626 Sherbrooke W.

The Rotary Club of Westmount meets each Wednesday at Victoria Hall, 4626 Sherbrooke W., at 12:30 p.m.

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 hardcovers and paperbacks in reasonable condition, on all subjects. Please drop off your books at the library circulation desk, 4574 Sherbrooke W.

The Atwater Branch of the Montreal Children's Library, 1200 Atwater Ave., presents a weekly bilingual Science Club on Mondays at 4:30 p.m. for ages 5-12. The program is funded by the NSERC and includes workshops, visits from Captain Catalyst and special events. Info: 514-931-2304.

The Atwater Branch of the Montreal Children's Library, 1200 Atwater Ave., presents their weekly bilingual Chess Club on Fridays at 4 p.m., for ages 6-12. Info: 514-931-2304.

St. Margaret's Home for the elderly is currently recruiting volunteers to help with mealtime assistance and tuck shop, as well as assisting the occupational and physiotherapist. Info: Melanie Lafleur at 514-932-3630.

Mary’s Recovery: Weekly meetings in English and French at the Westmount YMCA for people seeking help in dealing with fear, anger, stress, depression, anxiety, panic attacks, phobias, insomnia, gambling addiction. Info: 514-485-2194 between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m.

Tumbling Tots playgroup at Centre Greene, 1090 Greene Ave., for parents and toddlers under five years old, with music, stories and more. Every Tuesday and Thursday from 9:30 to 11 a.m., $3.50 per child per morning. Info: 514-931-6202.

The Atwater Branch of the Montreal Children's Library, 1200 Atwater Ave., presents a weekly bilingual Moms & Tots Storytime on Tuesdays at 10 a.m. for ages 0 to 3. Info: 514-931-2304.