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Wednesday, Jan. 14

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Bulletin board
Wednesday, Jan. 14
Marriage Information Meeting at 5:30 p.m. at Temple Emanu-El-Beth Sholom, 395 Elm Ave. Couples considering intermarriage, or conversion by one partner before marriage, are invited to attend and learn about 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.
Friday, Jan. 16
The Atwater Library and Computer Centre, 1200 Atwater Ave., presents a talk by Dr. Howard Chertkow, McGill Professor of Neurology and co-director of the JGH-McGill Memory Clinic, on 'When Forgetting Becomes a Problem', at 12:30 p.m. Free admission. Info: 514-935-7344.
Thursday, Jan. 22
The Atwater Library and Computer Centre, 1200 Atwater Ave., presents Dr. Ralph Watson, who will speak on Robert Burns, Scotland's national poet, to celebrate the 250th anniversary of his birth, at 12:30 p.m. As well, an address to the haggis by George Barclay, Scottish music and a display of books from the Atwater Library's Scottish collection. Free admission. Info: 514-935-7344.
Wednesday, Jan. 28
The Atwater Library and Computer Centre, 1200 Atwater Ave., presents Sheila Goldbloom, who will give a presentation on the 2007-08 Quebec Consultation on Aging, which she chaired, at 12:30 p.m. Free admission. Info: 514-935-7344.
Ongoing

Drumming Workshop at Centre Greene, 1090 Greene Ave. Join us for a drumming workshop with Steve Zangwill of Rhythm Exchange four Wednesdays from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. on Jan. 14, 21, 28, and Feb. 4. Fee is $100 for four classes. Info: 514-931-6202.

The Gallery at Victoria Hall, 4626 Sherbrooke St. W., presents a retrospective exhibition of work by Anne Fish from Jan. 15 through Feb. 7. Gallery hours are 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. on weekdays and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on weekends. Info: 514-989-5226.

The McClure Gallery at the Visual Arts Centre, 350 Victoria Ave., presents Chutes – Volet I, recent paintings by David Elliott, through Jan. 31. Gallery hours are Tuesday to Friday from noon to 6 p.m. and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Info: 514-488-9558.

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.

Spaces still available for Centre Greene's After-School program. Gym Time, Park Time, homework hour and a snack. Ages 5-12. $195 per month (sliding scale and family discounts available). Registration is ongoing. Full time, part time, ped days. Info: 514-931-6202 or www.centregreene.org

Ballroom Dance Classes for people living with Parkinson's to be given at Centre Greene. Instructors are Susan Chiasson, ballroom dance teacher and Ellen Rubin, retired physiotherapist who specialized in the treatment of neurological conditions and has been a dancer for 12 years. This is a social dance class for those living with stage 1 or stage 2 Parkinson's. Must bring an able-bodied partner. The goal of this class is to learn to dance and have fun. That it can be "therapeutic" is a bonus. For info or to register, please phone Ellen Rubin 514-484-2016. Thursdays at 2 p.m. at Centre Greene, 1090 Greene Ave. No drop-ins, please.

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

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.

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.

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.

Meet Market Adventures: There is a local branch of this upscale singles group, which has a membership base of 80,000 across North America, with branches in all major cities. It is the leading provider of interesting experiences and getaways for active singles. It caters to all races and creeds. Among its adventures are singles cruises, with special ones which are educational. There is a wide spectrum of events, from rock climbing to curling and poker. There is a nominal charge for any adventure in which one participates, but there is no membership fee. For information call 514-396-9416 or visit www.meetmarketadventures.com.

The Animal Rescue Network is the largest cats shelter without euthanasia in Montreal and it’s entirely managed by volunteers. To continue our mission of assistance to the abandoned or maltreated cats, we are in search of loving families ready to give a second chance to our survivors. If you want to know more on us and our protected, and how to help us by making a donation or becoming a volunteer, come visit us at: www.reseausecoursanimal.org or leave us a message at 514-938-6215.

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.

Tai Chi-based Movement and Stretch at Centre Greene, 1090 Greene Ave., on Wednesdays from 11 a.m. to noon. Info: 514-931-6202.

Contactivity Centre is currently offering TeleCheck, a check-in telephone call five days per week, by cheerful volunteers on weekdays. It is provided to those seniors interested for a nominal yearly fee. For more information, call Contactivity Centre at 514-932-2326 or visit the website at www.contactivitycentre.org

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