Westmount Here & There
March 20, 2026

A look at events happening in and around Westmount

Gallery at Victoria Hall: Call for proposals

Westmount artists are invited to submit their proposals for the next season of exhibitions at the Gallery at Victoria Hall. This call for proposals is open to emerging, semi-professional or established artists residing in Westmount. Selected artists will be offered a place in a solo, duo, or trio exhibition, or in the summer group exhibition, at the discretion of the Gallery Selection Committee, for the season from September 2026 to August 2027.

The annual application period is from February 15 to April 15.
To learn about eligibility and the application process, visit the Gallery’s webpage.
For more information: 514 989-5226 or galerieart@westmount.org

Image: © Andrew Burlone

Call for Submissions 2026: Summer Concert Series

The City of Westmount invites musicians to submit their applications for inclusion in its 2026 Summer Concert Series. These concerts will bring live music to the public in a relaxed outdoor setting and showcase a variety of music from emerging and professional ensembles. The five Summer Concerts take place in July and August, on a fixed stage in Westmount Park. Each concert consists of a 1-hour set, without an intermission.

All interested groups are invited to fill out and submit the participation form between Tuesday, March 2, and Monday, April 6, 2026.
For more information: 514 989-5226 or rconover@westmount.org

Call for submissions: Artisans Westmount

The Westmount Library and Community Events Department invites interested artisans to submit their candidacy for the 2026 edition of Artisans Westmount. This juried show aims to showcase high-quality, functional goods for sale in Victoria Hall the weekend of November 14 and 15. All work must be handmade by the submitting artisans.

All submissions are evaluated by a selection committee. Space is limited, and the committee is mindful of presenting a variety of products each year. The jury’s decisions are final, and no evaluation of the products will be provided. The selection committee’s choices will be communicated in June.

Participation fee: $100
All interested artisans are invited to fill out the form on the event’s webpage between March 1 and April 7.

Exhibition: Meaningful Bodies

The Gallery at Victoria Hall, 4626 Sherbrooke W, is pleased to present the artworks of local artists Anaïs Létourneau-Berzi and Bernie Goulem until April 2.

GALLERY HOURS
Monday to Friday: 10 am to 9 pm
Saturday: 9 am to 5 pm
Sunday: Closed

For more information: 514 989-5226 or victoriahall@westmount.org

Image: © Andrew Burlone

Westmount Historical Association Lecture (WHA)

Notice: The Westmount Public Library is temporarily closed. The WMA lecture has been relocated to Victoria Hall.

On Thursday, March 26, from 7 pm to 9 pm in Victoria Hall, 4626 Sherbrooke W, the WHA presents, as part of their Winter 2026 series, Creative People Who Pursued Careers in Westmount, the lecture Ruth Abramovitsch Sorel: The diaspora of German Modern Dance and its impact ondance in Canada with speaker: Jens Richard Giersdorf, Ph.D., Professor & Chair Dept. of Contemporary Dance, Faculty of Fine Arts, Concordia University.

This lecture examines the diaspora and influence of Ausdruckstanz (German Modern Dance) on Canadian dance through the career of Ruth Sorel. Born in Germany, Sorel was a Jewish choreographer and teacher who worked in Quebec from 1944 to 1955. She established studios in Westmount and Trois-Rivières and founded companies that shaped the region’s dance landscape.

Doors open at 6:30 pm for light refreshments.
Free for 2026 WHA members and $5 for others.
More information at wha.quebec

5 à 7 at the Gallery

On Wednesday, April 1, at 5 pm, in The Gallery at Victoria Hall, 4626 Sherbrooke W, meet sculptor Anaïs Létourneau-Berzi and painter Bernie Goulem at a relaxed 5 à 7 to mark the end of their exhibition, Meaningful Bodies. Refreshments will be served. No registration required.

For more information:
514 989-5226 or victoriahall@westmount.org

Image: © Andrew Burlone

Contactivity Centre activities

Contactivity Centre, 310 Victoria, Suite 102, is a non-profit community centre offering a welcoming, caring, and safe space for autonomous seniors 60+, fostering a sense of community and social engagement. The centre hosts various courses and interest groups that encompass the mind, body and soul.

Online courses and activities are now available. For more information, visit contactivitycentre.org

Image: courtesy of Contactivity Centre

Centre Greene activities

Centre Greene, 1090 Greene, is host to a wide variety of activities for young and old, including a Caregiver’s Tea, Themed Activity Nights, Drop-in Daycare, After-School Program, Kids’ Kitchen, Tumbling Tots Playgroup, Seniors’ Lunches, and more!

For more information, call 514 931-6202 or visit centregreene.org

Image: courtesy of Centre Greene

City of Westmount events

The City of Westmount offers a variety of events and activities for adults and children of all ages. Please consult the city’s events calendar for more information.

Events at Westmount Public Library

4574 Sherbrooke W, Westmount

Notice: The Westmount Public Library is temporarily closed.

Library staff are pleased to welcome all visitors back to a safe environment in which to browse and check out items. Staff will also be there to make/renew memberships and handle your requests and questions.

More information at westlibcat.org

Image: © Andrew Burlone

And over at the Atwater Library…

1200 Atwater, Westmount
Information at 514 935-7344

Notice: While the Westmount Public Library is closed, the Atwater Library is offering free borrowing privileges to Westmount residents.

The Library is open every day except Sunday. See the Library’s Full schedule.

The staff are always pleased to provide information and help by phone and email.

eBooks and digital audiobooks: The Library has increased its selection of digital books for your reading and listening pleasure. For information and help: 514 935-7344 or ebooks@atwaterlibrary.ca

Image: Frédéric Ryan – Instagram (@feddomtl

SERVICES BY PHONE, EMAIL AND INTERNET

Atwater Library staff are continuing to provide help and information by phone and email at 514 935-7344 (weekdays from 9 am to 5 pm) and at info@atwaterlibrary.ca
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Questions about your computer or device? Email connect@atwaterlibrary.ca or phone 514 935-7344 daytime during the week. With funding from the Government of Canada.

VIDEO LIBRARY

Visit the Atwater Library YouTube channel to stream Library presentations on a variety of topics.