Bulletin Board

Friday, April 25

World Federalists, Montreal branch, presents Dr. Walter Dorn, chair of the Pugwash Group, speaking on 'Canada's UN Peacekeeping Role: Past, Present and Future' at 7:30 p.m. at the Unitarian Church, 5035 de Maisonneuve W. All are welcome. Info: 514-426-4170.

Saturday, April 26

Spring Concert 'An April Evening': Come listen to some musical gems from both sides of the Atlantic demonstrating the richness of the English language with the prize-winning Orpheus Singers, directed by Peter Schubert, at 8 p.m. at St. Matthias' Church, 131 Côte St. Antoine Road. Tickets are $18 for adults ($20 at the door), $10 for seniors and students ($12 at the door).

Info: 514-846-8464.

Sunday, April 27

Steri-Animal holds an adoption clinic for beautiful cats and kittens at the Naturanimal & Pawtisserie, 4932B Sherbrooke St. W., from 1 to 4:30 p.m. Foster homes, volunteers and drivers are needed. Info: 514-938-6150.

Monday, April 28

Blue Metropolis Montreal Literary Festival founder and artistic director Linda Leith will give a presentation on this year's event at 12:30 p.m. at the Atwater Library, 1200 Atwater Ave. The Blue Metropolis Festival www.bluemetropolis.org) will take place from April 30 to May 4 at the Delta Centre Ville. For more information on Linda Leith's presentation, call 514-935-7344.

Saturday, May 3

Broken But I'm Healed, the sixth annual fundraising benefit concert in aid of the Montreal Children's Hospital Foundation, will be held at 6:30 p.m. at Westmount Seventh Day Adventist Church, 571 Victoria Ave. Guests include Jolyn Pasamont, Yolande Spooner, Keisha Cumming, Alyssa Walton, the Westmount Youth Choir, and many others. Hosted by Vanessa Williams. Suggested donation is $10. Info: 450-628-5289 or 514-626-8205.

Monday, May 5

The Westmount Municipal Association celebrates its centenary at its Annual General Meeting in Victoria Hall. The guest speaker will be Dr. Arthur Porter, chief executive officer of the McGill University Health Centre. The Derek Walker Award for Volunteer Citizen of the Year will be presented to Barbara Moore at the meeting.

Ongoing

West Hill High School Reunion: Call to all graduates of 86-87-88… A 20-year reunion will be held on Saturday, May 17, 2008. For details or to purchase your tickets please e-mail westhillreunion87@yahoo.ca or visit Facebook group called "The Combined Multi Year West Hill Reunion." You may also reach us by phone at 514-481-9697.

Registration has begun for Centre Greene's Super Summer Day Camp. Please call for information and registration packages. Centre Greene, 1090 Avenue Greene, Westmount. Iinfo: 514-931-6202 or www.centregreene.org.

Centre Greene presents Ballet Jazz-style exercise classes with Eva Von Gencsy on Thursdays from 10 to 11 a.m. 1090 Greene Ave. Info: 514-931-6202.

Contactivity Centre is seeking volunteers for friendly visits and medical accompaniments for seniors living in the Westmount area. Please contact us for more information and to apply. Info: 514-932-2326.

After-School Monday through Friday at Centre Greene: Gym time, park time, homework hour and a snack. Ages 5 to 12. $195 per month (sliding scale and family discounts are available). Registration is ongoing. Full time, part time, ped days. 1090 Greene Ave. Info: 514-931-6202 or www.centregreene.org

CHSLD St. Margaret, a long-term care nursing home, is currently recruiting volunteers to accompany a resident to 'stroke club' every Wednesday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and/or to the 'action centre' every Monday from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Transportation and brown bag lunch are provided. Volunteers are also being recruited (Friday, twice per month) to assist Occupational Therapist with organizing equipment and ensuring all residents have proper footrests. If interested, contact Melanie Lafleur at 514-932-3630 ext. 3018.

Chez Doris is looking for female, volunteer receptionists (over 18 years of age), to respond to telephone calls, welcome clients and respond to donors. Volunteers also needed to animate a sewing workshop to assist women complete a variety of sewing projects. Métro Atwater. For further information, please contact the Volunteer Bureau at 514-842-3351.

The YWCA Montreal is looking for artistic and creative women (60+) interested in becoming involved in a new intergenerational project starting soon! This new YWCA program is designed to counter the stereotypical socialization of young girls aged 6 to 9 years old, through the production of stories, puppets, theatre, etc. An information session will be held on Feb. 18 for those interested in volunteering. Info: 514-866-9941 ext 414.



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

The Westmount Quilters Guild holds a regular meeting at 7: p.m. in Victoria Hall, 4626 Sherbrooke St. W. every Thursday evening throughout the year except July and August. Program includes show and tell, group projects, quilting technique demonstration, fabric exchanges and more. We welcome new members, both novice and experienced. Simply come to one of our meetings to find out whether you belong. Info: 514-989-7939.

Need to relieve tension and increase your energy and flexibility? Tai Chi-based movement and gentle stretch classes with a certified instructor are offered at Centre Greene, 1090 Greene Ave., for 10 Wednesdays at 11 a.m. Cost is $100. All welcome. Info: 514-931-6202.

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 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).



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.

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

Tumbling Tots playgroup at Centre Greene, 1090 Greene Ave. from 9:30 to 11 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays. $3.50 per child per morning. 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.

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.

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.