🐝 West Island Buzz
Wed, Aug 26th
Hey West Islanders! Saturday is doing most of the heavy lifting this week. Free blues in Pointe-Claire, Skatefest in Dorval, and a back-to-school bash at Marché de l’Ouest with a petting zoo, line dancing and candy workshops.
And if you’re looking for something to do tonight, Kirkland has a free family magic show starting at 7.
In today's West Island Buzz
- 🎉 Fête de la Famille brings a free BBQ, inflatables, face painting and more to Pierrefonds Friday.
- 🎵 DNR closes out the summer concert season Sunday at Fritz Farm — with live music by the lake and Wild Willy's ice cream.
- 💃 Salsa by the Water takes over Sainte-Anne Friday night with a free beginner lesson followed by dancing on the waterfront.
⬇️ Plus lots more happening around the West Island this week!
– Matteo
P.S. West Island Buzz has grown a ton over the last few weeks. Thanks to everyone who's been sharing it with friends and family — it really helps!
🗞️ In the news
Should Sainte-Anne save this 1797 farmhouse?
West Island residents are weighing in on what happens next with a historic 18th-century farmhouse. If you care about local heritage, this one's worth following.
Beaconsfield's Centennial Park Jetty wins design gold (Beaconsfield)
Our local Centennial Park Jetty just took home gold at the 19th Grands Prix du Design, putting the West Island on the map for design excellence.
LaSalle College puts fall classes on hold after seeking creditor protection
LaSalle College has put the Aug. 27 start of classes on hold after seeking creditor protection, amid an ongoing dispute with Quebec over a $30-million penalty and withheld subsidies.
🏪 Business Buzz
Bistro Nolah gets some love for its Creole cooking (Bistro Nolah, Dollard-des-Ormeaux)
Bistro Nolah got a recent Instagram spotlight for its Creole and Cajun cooking, including the Pointe-Claire favourite's made-in-house bread.
TurnBerry Açaí targets an August opening in Kirkland (TurnBerry Açaí, Kirkland)
TurnBerry Açaí is coming to Kirkland. The Montreal açaí bowl shop is expanding to the West Island with a new location at Place Kirkland (3691 Blvd. St. Charles), scheduled to open this month — its largest location yet, with more seating, new smoothies and an expanded menu. Learn more through their Instagram post.
Country line dancing returns to Beaconsfield Sept. 15 (Beaconsfield)
Want to get moving and have fun with neighbours? Country line dance classes start September 15th in Beaconsfield. New students enjoy a first week of class for free!
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📅 What's On
WEDNESDAY, AUG 26
🥧 Pie-Making Day at Valois United: Join Valois United for a morning of pie making in Pointe-Claire. Great for families or anyone who wants to bake and connect with neighbours. From 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. 9:30 a.m., Valois United Church, 70 Belmont Ave., Pointe-Claire
🤝 Coffee & Conversation with Pierrefonds Seniors: A bilingual drop-in for adults 50+ to meet neighbours and talk about topics including housing, local resources and community life over coffee. 1:30 p.m., Pierrefonds library, Pierrefonds-Roxboro
🎭 Guided Tour: Outdoor Artworks at Stewart Hall Park: Take a guided walk through Stewart Hall Park to see local outdoor art installations. It's a great way to spend an afternoon and learn about pieces right in your backyard. 5:30 p.m., Stewart Hall Park, Pointe-Claire
👨👩👧 Magic Show: Kirkland wraps up its summer outdoor programming with a free magic show for the whole family. Bring a chair; if it rains, the show moves to the Sports Complex. 7:00 p.m., Canvin Park, Kirkland
🤝 Open House: Climate Change Resilience: Dorval residents can drop in to see the city's climate-resilience projects, explore information stations and speak directly with municipal staff. 7:00 p.m., Edgar Rouleau Arena, Dorval, Free
🎭 Wednesday Concerts: Take 3: This group delivers faithful and energetic interpretations of rock classics, enhanced by powerful vocal harmonies and a unique sound. An authentic, dynamic and memorable rock experience. 7:30 p.m., Place de l'Harmonie, Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue, Free
THURSDAY, AUG 27
🎬 Film Club Screening "Trois Amies" at the Library: Grab your neighbours and catch the next film screenings at the central library: Trois Amies on August 27 at 1:30 PM at the Central Library 1:30 p.m., Central Library, Pointe-Claire
🎭 The Big J & The Allstarz Jam Night: Catch live jam night at Macallans Pub if you're looking for a fun night out with great local music. 6:30 p.m., Macallans Pub, Dorval
FRIDAY, AUG 28
✨ Fête de la Famille 2026: The 15th edition of Fête de la Famille features a community BBQ, inflatable games, face painting, animations and more. Until 8 p.m. 4:00 p.m., Parc À-Ma-Baie, Pierrefonds-Roxboro, Free
💃 Salsa by the Water: The Ville de Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue, in collaboration with Baila Productions, invites you to dance to the rhythm of Latin music. The evenings begin with an introduction to Salsa in the form of a workshop (30-45 minutes), after which you’ll be invited to take to the dance floor to practice Salsa, whatever your level of ability. 7:00 p.m., Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue
SATURDAY, AUG 29
🐱 For the Cat Lovers: West Island Block Party: Come by for a fun-filled day with refreshments, face painting and cats and kittens up for adoption! From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. 10:00 a.m., 3614 Saint-Charles Blvd, Kirkland
👨👩👧 Back-to-School Fest: Come celebrate at Marché de l'Ouest with a fun-filled day featuring activities for the whole family, including line-dancing, a petting zoo and candy workshops. 10:30 a.m., Marché de l'Ouest, Dollard-des-Ormeaux, Free
🛹 Skatefest 2026: Dorval Skatepark hosts an afternoon of pro demos, a DJ and an open skate competition with more than $1,000 in prizes. Free, with a rain date of Sunday. 12:00 p.m., Dorval Skatepark, Dorval
🎭 Artistic Picnics: Jesse Just Costa: Bring a lawn chair and picnic to Beacon Hill Park for Jesse Just Costa's groovy melodies and positive lyrics. Free; postponed to Sunday if it rains. 12:30 p.m., Beacon Hill Park, Beaconsfield, Free
👨👩👧 Intergenerational Board Game Club: Join this monthly board game meeting with your family at Beaconsfield Library. Choose from a selection of games to have fun between generations. Registration required. Spots limited. 2:00 p.m., Library, Beaconsfield
🎭 West Island Blues Festival - Pointe-Claire: Five bands take over Pointe-Claire Village from 3 to 11:15 p.m., including Daylite Vampires, Whole Lotta Zeppelin and The Sugar Darlings. Free and all ages. 3:00 p.m., 20 Avenue Cartier, Pointe-Claire
🎵 Music in the Park: Starfield Cookout: Catch live music from Starfield Cookout at Parc Kawenothiion in Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue for a free outdoor concert, perfect for a relaxed evening with the family. 5:00 p.m., Parc Kawenothiion, Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue
🎭 Electric Street Band: Electric Street Band brings you high-energy grooves featuring Disco, ’80s, ’90s, Dance, Funk, Latin, and classic Pop-Rock hits to keep you dancing all night long. Free! 8:00 p.m., Macallans Pub, Dorval
✨ West Island Comedy Night at Microbrasserie Folklore: Comedy Cave MTL brings pro comics from JFL, CBC, Hulu and more. Doors open at 6:30 PM, showtime at 8:00 PM. Tickets available at the door ($20) or reserve ahead — shows often sell out. 8:00 p.m., Microbrasserie Folklore, $20
✨ West Island Comedy Show at Pigeon Club Cafe: An evening of stand-up at Pigeon Club & Café featuring a lineup of top-notch comedians. Full kitchen and bar menu available. Tickets: $10 advance, $15 regular, $20 at the door (subject to availability). 8:00 p.m., Pigeon Club Cafe, $10–$20
SUNDAY, AUG 30
🤝 WIMA Summer BBQ: Bring the family to WIMA's free summer BBQ on Sunday for food, music, and a chance to meet your neighbours. 1:00 p.m., 222 Brunswick Blvd, Pointe-Claire, Free
🎭 Le camion d'intervention artistique: Eight artists and a fire truck come together to provide a captivating experience that wavers between the ordinary and extraordinary and reinvents the imagination. 2:00 p.m., Parc de la Rive-Boisée, Pierrefonds-Roxboro
📅 Live Music: DNR at Fritz Farm: The 2026 season ends with crowd-pleasing band DNR's dynamic mix of rock, pop and R&B. Grab an ice cream from the Wild Willy's truck and enjoy the great music and laid-back atmosphere in a gorgeous setting by the lake! 2:00 p.m., Fritz Farm, Baie-D'Urfé
☘️ Discover Irish Dance: The Bernadette Short School of Irish Dancing is offering a free trial and info session at their Kirkland Studio. Contact [email protected] to book your spot! 3:00 p.m., 16743 Boul Hymus, Kirkland
⛅ Weekend Weather
🌙 Friday 20°C / 13°C · clear sky · 80% rain
🌙 Saturday 20°C / 10°C · clear sky
🌧️ Sunday 17°C / 13°C · light rain · 100% rain
🌆 Also in Montreal
MUTEK Festival — Free Outdoor Stage (Esplanade Tranquille)
MUTEK's Expérience series brings six nights of free live electronic music to Esplanade Tranquille, from ambient and techno to hybrid performances blending instruments, voices and machines. Each evening wraps up with a surprise DJ set. Nightly from 5 PM (6:30 PM on opening night).
18th-Century Public Market at Pointe-à-Callière (Place Royale)
The 33rd edition of this historical re-enactment recreates a market day in Montréal under the French Regime. Stroll among stalls manned by merchants and craftspeople, meet Indigenous artisans demonstrating ancestral practices, and enjoy period music, dance, and a military encampment. Sat 10 AM–7 PM, Sun 10 AM–6 PM.
Montreal Ukrainian Festival (Parc Maisonneuve)
The 26th edition fills Parc Maisonneuve with music, dance, authentic Ukrainian cuisine, folk art and crafts, a Kozak Pub beer garden, and a supervised children's area. 11 AM to 10 PM.
Les Journées Brésiliennes à Montréal (Parc La Fontaine)
A one-day celebration of Brazilian culture at Parc La Fontaine featuring live music — forró, samba, maracatu, funk, rock and capoeira — Brazilian food from brigadeiro to churrasco, and a marketplace of Brazilian entrepreneurs. 1 PM to 7 PM.
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See you next issue,
– Matteo, West Island Buzz
