🐝 West Island Buzz
West Island Buzz — Wed, Aug 12
Hey neighbours! If you’re looking for something to do this week, you’re spoiled for choice. From live music and outdoor movies to Ribfest, flamenco and family activities, there’s plenty happening around the West Island.
Here’s a quick preview. Keep scrolling for the full issue 👇
• 🎵 Coco Rose brings soul, pop and funk to tonight’s free concert in Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue.
• 🍖 Montreal Ribfest rolls into Pierrefonds this Friday with ribbers from across Canada.
• 💃 Free flamenco comes to Dorval with La rumba des fleurs, an outdoor dance performance in Pine Beach Park.
⬇️ Plus local news, Business Buzz, weekend weather, and everything happening across the West Island this week.
– Matteo
🗞️ In the news
Longtime West Island deli Chenoys closes its doors
Chenoys, the West Island deli you've probably grabbed lunch from for years, has closed its doors. If you need a new spot for smoked meat, now's the time to find your backup.
Pointe-Claire gets $6.8M for stormwater and climate projects (Pointe-Claire)
Pointe-Claire is receiving $6.8 million in Quebec government funding for projects aimed at improving stormwater management and helping the city adapt to the impacts of climate change.
New Sports Equipment Lending Service at Alexandre-Bourgeau Park (Alexandre-Bourgeau Park, Pointe-Claire)
The City of Pointe-Claire has launched a pilot project allowing residents to borrow a variety of sports equipment such as rackets, balls, pickleball sets, and other items from Alexandre-Bourgeau Park.
🏪 Business Buzz
BarkBQ Fundraiser (Pitou Minou Pointe-Claire, Pointe-Claire)
Bri Cares Adoption, our local foster-based dog rescue, is hosting BarkBQ on August 22nd from 11 AM to 3 PM at Pitou Minou Pointe-Claire to support their mission. Bring your dog or come solo for food, local shopping, and community for just $10 (includes a hot dog and water, veggie option available).
Kyokushin Karate is offering two free trial classes! (Kyokushin Karate, Pointe-Claire)
Karate classes for adults and children of all levels. Two free trial classes anytime. Self-confidence starts with one simple first class. Learn more or sign up here.
📅 What's On
WEDNESDAY, AUG 12
👨👩👧 Storytime in Motion: Interactive storytime activity for children at the library. For ages 18 to 36 months with a parent or guardian. 10:15 a.m., Library, Beaconsfield, Free
📅 Under the Sea with Cricut: Learn how to use a Cricut cutting machine to create your own ocean-themed artwork on canvas. Free bilingual workshop for ages 9–14. Registration required. 1:30 p.m., Dorval Library, Dorval
👨👩👧 Teen Nights: Taylor Swift Listening Party: Calling all Swifties! Sing along to your favourite Taylor Swift songs, make friendship bracelets, and enjoy themed snacks during an evening inspired by her Eras. For ages 11-17. This event is free but you must register here. 6:30 p.m., Library, Beaconsfield, Free
🤝 Information and Registration Night: Looking to stay active, explore a new hobby, or get involved in your community? Meet local community organizations and associations offering a wide variety of sports, cultural, artistic, and community activities throughout the year. This is a great opportunity to ask questions, learn more about their programs, and register for activities that interest you. 6:30 p.m., Banquet Hall (Civic Centre-Entrance #5), Dollard-des-Ormeaux
🎭 Wednesday Concerts: Coco Rose: Coco Rose is a Montreal group offering a warm and lively musical atmosphere, perfect for summer evenings. Their repertoire blends revisited classics and current sounds, with a touch of soul, pop and funk that appeals to all audiences. 7:30 p.m., Place de l'Harmonie, Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue
THURSDAY, AUG 13
📅 Story Time in the Park: Free bilingual outdoor storytime for children ages 3–5 and their caregivers. Bring a blanket and enjoy stories in the library garden. Moves indoors in poor weather. 10:15 a.m., Heather Allard Place (Library), Dorval
📰 Thursday solidarity markets: Fresh local produce hits Pierrefonds-Roxboro every Thursday at the solidarity markets; stop by to grab vegetables straight from regional growers and meet the farmers behind your food. 6:00 p.m., Pierrefonds-Roxboro
👨👩👧 Escape Game Evening: Work together to solve puzzles, crack clues and escape before time runs out. Free. 6:00 p.m., Parc Senneville, Senneville
🎭 Line Dancing Evenings: Join us for line dancing lessons every Thursday until September 10, from 6 pm to 9 pm, at Place de l'Harmonie! 6:00 p.m., Place de l'Harmonie, Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue
🎭 Happy Hour by the Water: Jazz and live painting night: Enjoy jazz, live painting, dancing, food trucks and a bar by the water at Centennial Park. In case of rain, the event moves to Beaconsfield United Church. 6:30 p.m., Centennial Park, Beaconsfield
🎭 La rumba des fleurs | Dance Discoveries: La rumba des fleurs is a flamenco dance performance designed for outdoor spaces, a natural fit for summer programs, taking place in the heart of gardens, squares, and gathering places. Free! 7:00 p.m., Pine Beach Park, Dorval
🎭 Wine and Climate: Cool vs Warm: Learn how cooler and warmer climates affect wines like Pinot Noir and Cabernet Sauvignon with Giancarlo Rivera. The tasting takes place on the Stewart Hall patio, or indoors in case of rain. Tickets are $70. 7:00 p.m., Stewart Hall Cultural Centre, Pointe-Claire
🎭 Outdoor Concert in Kirkland: Join us at Maison Lantier for the Tribute to Piazzolla concert (Argentine Tango). 7:00 p.m., Maison Lantier, Kirkland
👨👩👧 Thursdays Playing Outside: Outdoor Cinema: Enjoy an immersive outdoor movie experience with headphones under the stars. 8:00 p.m., Godin Park, Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue
FRIDAY, AUG 14
👨👩👧 Valois Splash Pad Family Meetup: Family meetup at Valois Splash Pad organized by West Island Women's Centre. 9:30 a.m., Valois Splash Pad
🍽 Montreal Ribfest coming to Pierrefonds: Ribbers from across Canada are coming to Pierrefonds with ribs, pulled pork, brisket and more, plus other food vendors and retailers on site. 5:00 p.m., 13800 Pierrefonds Blvd (PCHS)
👨👩👧 Outdoor Family Cinema (fr): Enjoy a family-friendly outdoor movie at sunset, presented in French with English subtitles. Bring your own chairs and snacks for a summer movie night. 8:00 p.m., Surrey Aquatic and Community Centre, Dorval
SATURDAY, AUG 15
🤝 Marché Ste-Anne: A unique opportunity to meet local producers and artisans from the region. 9:00 a.m., Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue
🎭 Artistic Picnics: Bon Débarras – J'm'en viens chez vous!: Bon Débarras – J’m’en viens chez vous! This trio demystifies Quebec traditional music in an interactive family show where everyone is invited to participate using the most accessible instrument: the human body. Free of charge! 12:30 p.m., Centennial Park, Beaconsfield
📰 All 4 Blues Band plays at Smoke Meat Pete: All 4 Blues Band plays at Smoke Meat Pete this Saturday, August 15. If you love live blues with your smoked meat, this one's worth your evening. 7:30 p.m.
SUNDAY, AUG 16
👨👩👧 Family Art Workshop – Summer Edition: Kids ages 6–12 can explore their creative side with a colourful workshop inspired by the outdoor art at Stewart Hall Park, preceded by a guided tour of Clara Lacasse’s New Dawn exhibition. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Free, bilingual, registration required. 1:30 p.m., Stewart Hall Cultural Centre, Pointe-Claire
MONDAY, AUG 17
📰 Movie Night at the Library!: Guess the movie with this little riddle: I live in a big city under the sea, with my starry best friend and a grumpy neighbor. What’s the name of the movie? 🧽 🍔 🦀 Drop-in – bring the whole family! 7:00 p.m., Central Library, Pointe-Claire
⛅ Weekend Weather
🌦️ Friday 22°C / 13°C · Rain showers · 38% rain
☁️ Saturday 23°C / 12°C · Overcast
☁️ Sunday 23°C / 13°C · Overcast
🌆 Also in Montreal
St-Viateur Bagel Bar (Mile End)
New bagel bar location officially opened at 162 rue St-Viateur Ouest in Montreal. The venue celebrates the iconic Montreal bagel tradition with a dedicated new bar experience.
2 eclipses will take over Montreal's sky in August — here's when to watch
Two eclipses are happening in August, and they'll look completely different from each other. Mark your calendar if you want to catch both from Montreal.
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See you next issue,
– Matteo, West Island Buzz
