Child psychiatrist Dr. Doron Gothelf of Tel Aviv University will deliver the lecture 'Psychiatric Medicine, the New Frontier: Treating the Biological Causes of ADD/ADHD, Schizophrenia and other Behavioural Challenges' for families and the general public at 10 a.m. in Amphitheatre D-182 at the Montreal Children’s Hospital. Info: Harriet Sugar Miller at hsugarmill@sympatico.ca.

Sophie's Dog Adoption holds a spaghetti dinner fundraiser with silent auction and raffle, from 5 to 9 p.m. at Centre Greene, 1090 Greene Ave. $10 per ticket. A great and fun way to show your support for animals in this crazy Montreal moving season! For more information or to purchase your tickets, please email sophiesdogadoption@gmail.com or call Sylvie at 514-574-2004 or Jacqueline at 514-560-5940.

St. Jean Baptiste celebration in Westmount Park. Bring the whole family and enjoy a picnic in the park, with music and fun for everyone. Craft demonstrations begin at 4:30 p.m. Info: 514-989-5226.

Adopt a bunny: Quebec Rabbit Rescue is holding a rabbit adoption clinic from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Naturalanimal & Pawtisserie, 4932 Sherbrooke St. W. Come meet our bunnies and friendly volunteers and learn what makes rabbits good pets.  Nail trimming available.  Info: www.SecoursLapins.org

Canada Day celebrations begin with activities in Westmount Park beginning at 2 p.m. Enjoy pony rides, petting zoo, wall climbing, etc. and later an overnight campout in the park. Info: 514-989-5226.

Canada Day activities in Westmount Park continue with 'toony' pancake breakfast at 8 a.m., a BBQ at noon, and the traditional Splash Bash in the municipal pool at 2 p.m. Info: 514-989-5226.

The Leisure Institute of Congregation Shaar Hashomayim, 425 Metcalfe Ave., presents world-renowned sculptor Esther Wertheimer, who will discuss 'The Origin of Sculpture from Prehistoric to Modern Day' at a noon luncheon. Lunch and program is $5 per person. Reservations required. Info: 514-937-9471.

Contactivity Centre's Arts and Crafts program continues throughout the summer on Mondays and Wednesdays from 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 4695 de Maisonneuve W., corner of Lansdowne. Come join us and craft in the company of other interesting women. Info: 514-932-2326.

Enjoy lawn bowling this summer: Westmounters interested in trying and learning this great sport are invited to come to the local club on Wednesday evenings at 6:45 p.m.  It is located at 401 Kensington, next to Westmount City Hall.  Bowls and coaching are provided. There is no dress code, except flat soled shoes required. Info: 514-931-8690.

The Visual Arts Centre presents 'Brats', an exhibition of recent paintings by Mary Hayes, from May 30 to June 21 at the McClure Gallery, 350 Victoria Ave. Gallery hours are Tuesday to Friday from noon to 6 p.m. and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Info: 514-488-9558 or galeriemcclure@centredesartsvisuels.ca.

Centre Greene is happy to announce Ballroom Dance Classes for people living with Parkinson's Disease, on Thursdays at 2 p.m. Instructors are Susan Chiasson and Ellen Rubin. This is a social dance class for those living with stage 1 or stage 2 Parkinson's. Must bring an able-bodied partner. No drop-ins please. 1090 Greene Ave. Info: Ellen Rubin at 514-484-2016. Classes start May 15.

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.

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

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 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.

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.

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

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.



Torah School registration at Temple Emanu-El-Beth Sholom on Wednesday afternoons, 3:45 to 5 p.m. Classes from Kindergarten to Grade 3. Call 514-937-3575 to register or book a consultation with Rabbi Lerner: rabbi@templemontreal.ca or Torah School Principal, Ilana Kuska at ilana@templemontreal.ca

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 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

Life-Long Learning: Jewish Philosophers Speak About Jewish Life every Saturday from 9:15 to 10:15 a.m. in the board room of Temple Emanu-El-Beth Sholom, 395 Elm Ave. Every Shabbat during the school session, the Rabbis will lead a one hour class that opens difficult issues as framed by Jewish philosophical thinkers of the last 100 years of Jewish life from Europe, North America and Israel. Free of charge and all are welcome. Info: 514-937-3575.

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.