🐝 West Island Buzz
Hey neighbours, hope you’re enjoying the summer. We’ve got chair yoga, family fun, and live music happening all around the West Island this week.
In today's West Island Buzz
• 🧘 Chair yoga sessions for ages 65 and over. Relax and stretch.
• 🎬 SpongeBob movie night for families. French-language screening.
• 🎵 Face painting and live music at Pine Beach Park, plus inflatables and a foam party.
• 🎭 An outdoor show featuring juggling, dancing, and clowning acts at Parc Cloverdale.
Have a great week,
— Matteo 🐝
🗞️ In the news
🏍️ Riders Against Hunger hit the road for West Island food bank
About 100 local riders showed up to support On Rock Community Services food bank during Riders Against Hunger, and your donation helps feed neighbours in need right here on the West Island. Learn more about how you can support On Rock here.
🛹 À-Ma-Baie Park Skatepark Grand Opening (À-Ma-Baie Park, Pierrefonds-Roxboro)
Pierrefonds-Roxboro finally has its first skatepark, and À-Ma-Baie Park is celebrating its grand opening with a DJ, skateboard lessons, and gear. BunsBuns and Wild Willy’s will also be there! It’s happening Friday, August 7, 2026, from 5:00 to 9:00 p.m.
🪐 From Kabul Dreams to the Canadian Stage
West Island entrepreneur Kainat Azamee will represent Quebec at the Miss Universe Canada competition next month, bringing with her a story shaped by immigration, resilience and a platform focused on women's empowerment and mental health.
🏪 Business Buzz
Two Kirkland businesses stand out at the 2026 Accolades Gala (Kirkland)
Two local Kirkland businesses just won big at the Chamber of Commerce of the West Island's Accolades Awards. ChargeHub won the Innovation and Technology category, and Brews & Blondes won the Small Business category.
🧠 Trivia Night at the new Sahib Dorval (Dorval)
Grab your crew and head to Sahib Dorval this Thursday at 7 p.m. for trivia night, where teams of up to six people will compete for $50 prizes. Book your spot in advance, as these nights fill up fast.
Check out this Italian deli & bakery in DDO (DDO)
Mercato Montagna is an Italian deli and bakery at 4701 Boul. Saint-Jean in DDO. Stop in for house-made chicken-cutlet sandwiches, fresh cannoli and bomboloni, artisanal breads, and a proper espresso bar. Open Tue–Sat 8 a.m.–6 p.m., Sun 8 a.m.–5 p.m.
📅 What's On
WEDNESDAY, AUG 5
👨👩👧 Baby Rhyme Time: Bring your little ones to Baby Rhyme Time at the library for songs, stories, and a chance to connect with other parents and babies in the neighborhood. 9:30 a.m., Beaconsfield Library, Free
👨👩👧 Storytime in Motion: Your kids get to move around and act out stories at the library instead of sitting still, so they actually pay attention and have fun while learning. For ages 18 to 36 months. 10:15 a.m., Library, Beaconsfield, Free
👨👩👧 📽️ Family Cinema Tonight: The Spongebob Movie: Sponge on the Run: Family-friendly movie screening of The SpongeBob SquarePants Movie: Sponge on the Run. (Screening is in French). 3:30 p.m., Pierrefonds, Free
👨👩👧 A Parent's Guide to Talking About Bodies, Boundaries & Consent (7–12y): Workshop for parents on discussing bodies, boundaries and consent with children aged 7-12 years. Fee: $14.00. 6:00 p.m., WIWC, Pointe-Claire, $14
🎭 Battle of the Bands: Live music competition at Macallans Pub. 7:00 p.m., Macallans Pub, Dorval
THURSDAY, AUG 6
🤝 Chair yoga: Join these yoga sessions adapted and accessible for those aged 65 and over and enjoy a moment of relaxation. 1:30 p.m., William-G.-Boll Library, Pierrefonds-Roxboro, Free
📰 Thursday Local Market: Fresh local produce and direct access to regional farmers happen every Thursday at the Pierrefonds-Roxboro solidarity markets; worth the trip if you care about where your food comes from. From 4-6 p.m. Where: 16789 Pierrefonds Boulevard. 4:00 p.m., Pierrefonds
👨👩👧 Briarwood Park Party: Briarwood Park is hosting a summer party for kids; bring yours out for games and activities in the fresh air. 5:30 p.m., Briarwood Park, Beaconsfield, Free
👨👩👧 Thursday Line Dancing Evenings: Join us for line-dancing classes every Thursday until September 10, from 6–9 p.m. 6:00 p.m., Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue
👨👩👧 DIY Evening: Grab the kids and head to Parc Senneville for a night of hands-on projects. Perfect for families looking to make something together. Free for residents, $5 for non-residents. 6:00 p.m., Parc Senneville
🎭 Pastel: Still Life Workshop: Join a pastel still life workshop at Stewart Hall Cultural Centre to learn how to capture light and texture on paper. 6:00 p.m., Stewart Hall Cultural Centre, Pointe-Claire
🤝 Happy Hour by the Water: Caribbean Evening: Happy Hour by the Water: Caribbean Evening at Centennial Park 6:30 p.m., Centennial Park, Beaconsfield
🎭 Reimagined Classics: A musical performance at Pierrefonds Library. 7:30 p.m., Pierrefonds Library
SATURDAY, AUG 8
🎭 Dorval Celebrates: Face painting and free corn!: Activities organized by local associations, giant games, mini putt, street performers, balloon sculptures, inflatable games, foam party, and bungee trampoline. Face painting and free corn! 10:00 a.m., Pine Beach Park, Dorval
👨👩👧 Family Affair: DJ, Inflatable Games, Airbrush Tattoos, and More!: A fun-filled day for the whole family! Bring a picnic and enjoy many free and fun activities. 10:00 a.m., Centennial Park, DDO
🤝 Handy Seniors: Community Repair Days: Bring your broken items to the Herb Linder Annex, where local volunteers will help you fix them for free. It’s a perfect way to save money and keep items out of the landfill. 10:00 a.m., Herb Linder Annex, Beaconsfield, Free
👨👩👧 Ocean Soap Creations: Ocean Soap Creations summer activity for children at the Library. 2:00 p.m., Library, Beaconsfield
📅 Dorval Festival 2026: Bring the family for live music and good food by the water this summer; it's the West Island's best all-ages day out. What to bring: a lawn chair or blanket, sunscreen, insect repellent, and possibly an umbrella (the concert is outdoors). Pine Beach Park is right on the lakefront. Free parking is available nearby, but arrive early as spaces fill up quickly. 3:00 p.m., Parc Pine Beach, Dorval
🎭 Hisse et Ho - Le Gros Orteil: This show promises to impress young audiences with trapeze, juggling, breakdancing, and clowning acts that are integrated into the characters’ adventures. The original songs, performed live on stage, add a festive touch to this charming show. Recommended age: 4 to 10 years. Children must be accompanied by an adult. 7:00 p.m., Parc Cloverdale, Pierrefonds
SUNDAY, AUG 9
⚽ Aquatic Festival: Cheer on teams from all three Dorval aquatic centres as they compete in the annual, multi-day, end-of-summer Aquatic Festival. It starts August 9 at 1:30 p.m. Check the link for the detailed schedule. 1:30 p.m., Outdoor aquatic centres, Dorval
MONDAY, AUG 10
🤝 Walk in Bois-de-Liesse: Adult meetup featuring a walk in Bois-de-Liesse organized by West Island Women's Centre. 9:30 a.m., Bois-de-Liesse, Pierrefonds-Roxboro
🎭 Watercolours: Join a watercolours art class at Stewart Hall Cultural Centre if you want to learn a new skill in a relaxed, creative setting. 6:00 p.m., Stewart Hall Cultural Centre, Pointe-Claire
TUESDAY, AUG 11
🤝 Connecting Beaconsfield Project: Puzzle exchange: Swap puzzles with neighbours at the Beaconsfield Library through the Connecting Beaconsfield Project. It’s a great way to refresh your puzzle collection without spending money. 1:30 p.m., Library, Beaconsfield, Free
🎭 Hatha Yoga Sivananda: A traditional yoga class with breathing exercises, sun salutations, and a sequence of postures that stretch and tone the body, promoting strength, flexibility, balance and relaxation. Includes seated and standing poses and concludes with a short relaxation. 7:00 p.m., Stewart Hall Cultural Centre, Pointe-Claire
⛅ Weekend Weather
🌧️ Friday 27°C / 20°C · light rain · 36% rain
🌧️ Saturday 26°C / 20°C · light rain · 100% rain
🌧️ Sunday 25°C / 19°C · light rain · 79% rain
🌆 Also in Montreal
🌭 The Best Casse-Croûtes in Québec: Our Favourites
Looking for authentic poutine? Tastet rounded up some of the best casse-croûtes across the province, including places where locals actually eat. Cartierville’s Paulo et Suzanne and Little Italy’s Chez Tousignant were among the top Montreal selections.
🥪 Best Sandwiches in Montreal
Looking for a sandwich in the city this weekend? As voted by the readers in the 2026 Best of MTL readers poll, here’s where you can find the best sandwiches in Montreal.
🇮🇹 ItalfestMTL starts this Friday! (Multiple venues)
Previously known as Montreal’s Italian Week, Italfest offers activities and events across several Montreal neighbourhoods, celebrating la dolce vita. From live performances to the legendary street festival on Saint-Laurent Boulevard in Little Italy, this event is a summer staple in the city.
💡 Festilumi is coming back to MTL (Marché Central)
The new Festilumi, described as one of Quebec’s most entertaining light experiences, opens in the heart of Marché Central on August 14 for an even more immersive edition packed with new features.
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See you next issue,
West Island Buzz
