Westmount Here & There
July 15, 2025
A look at events happening in and around Westmount
Summer Concerts 2025
On Sundays, from 2 pm to 3 pm in Westmount Park, by the Lagoon, enjoy a variety of music as part of Westmount’s Summer Concerts Series.
July 20 – Thomas Chartré Duo – Classical Cello
July 27 – Kelly Elizabeth – Singer-Songwriter
Bring a chair or blanket!
In case of rain, the concert will be cancelled.
More information at 514 989-5226 or victoriahall@westmount.org
Héma-Québec Blood Drive
On Wednesday, July 23, from 1:30 pm to 8 pm, in Victoria Hall, 4626 Sherbrooke W, donate blood and help save lives! The City of Westmount is inviting the population to a blood drive. The objective of this event is to receive 90 donors.
Héma-Québec recommends booking an appointment before going to the blood drive at 1 800 343-7264 or online.
Contactivity Centre activities
Contactivity Centre, 310 Victoria Avenue, suite 102, is a non-profit community centre that provides a welcoming, caring and safe place for autonomous seniors 60+, where a sense of community and social engagement can be fostered. 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
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
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.
CONNECT PROJECT
Thursday, July 15 from 3 pm to 5 pm
In-Person Only: Drop-In Tech Help – Got a question about using your device? The Library’s team of tech-savvy staff and volunteers will be in the Adair Auditorium (accessible by elevator) to give you some quick help for free with demonstrations and resources aimed at improving digital literacy skills. Bring your device or use one of the Library’s tablets or laptops. First come, first served, no advance registration. Free, thanks to funding from the Grace Dart Foundation. More information at connect@atwaterlibrary.ca
Monday, July 21 from 1 pm to 3 pm
Via Zoom Only: Weekly Internet Peer Café – Join Mathieu Landretti for discussion about using computers, tablets and smartphones. Stay for twenty minutes or the full two hours for sharing, learning and socializing. It’s free, thanks to funding from the Grace Dart Foundation. To register and get the Zoom link, click here, fill out and submit the form.
YOUTUBE VIDEO SERIES
During the Spring of 2020, the Connect Project team made a series of YouTube videos to help people be in touch, informed and inspired through digital technology.
Episode 1 – Introduction: Be in touch, informed and inspired through digital technology.
Episode 2 – eBooks and audiobooks: Get started enjoying books on your device — phone, tablet or computer, with step-by-step instructions for borrowing eBooks and audiobooks from the Atwater Library.
How to begin enjoying a wealth of free recorded radio programs and other online audio material. Included is info about popular and recommended podcasts.
Episode 4: Filing Your Income Tax Return Online
Episode 5: Zoom Video Conferencing
Step-by-step instructions for taking part in online meetings and events using Zoom. With a “cheat sheet” guide to buttons and functions.
Episode 6: Digital Discussions Lecture Series
A brief intro with links to presenters’ slideshows and a guide to YouTube buttons and functions.
Episode 7: Online Ordering for Delivery
A guide with helpful information and local examples.
FINANCIAL LITERACY PROGRAM
Wednesday, July 23 from 2 pm to 3:30 pm
Via Zoom Only: Healthy Eating on a Budget – A representative from The Depot Community Food Centre conducts an information session on eating well on a budget, especially for individuals dining solo or with one other person. They will invite attendees to share tips for planning, shopping and meal preparation. Register and get the Zoom link at lverge@atwaterlibrary.ca
YOUTUBE VIDEO SERIES
Nutrition on a Budget
Video – Eat Well on a Budget (50 minutes) with Jaimie Yue, Registered Dietitian. You can sign up for her newsletter and receive a free eBook with recipes.
Personal Finances in Times of Crisis
Video (20 minutes) with Michel Gariépy, analyst with Autorité des marchés financiers (AMF). He gives tips for saving money and shares the AMF Budget Sheet and Balance Sheet forms.
RRIF (Registered Retirement Income Fund)
Video (29 minutes) with Certified Financial Planner Lynn Bennett.
Budgeting Basics 2: Protect Your Money and Online Resources
Video (35 minutes) with computer instructor Liz Perrin. She discusses online consumer resources and gives pointers for guarding against scams and fraud.
Budgeting Basics
Video (33 minutes) with computer instructor Liz Perrin on the importance of a budget, even in difficult times, and the three steps to creating one: planning, making and reviewing. Examples of free online budgeting tools are included.
Fraud prevention
COVID-19: Watch Out For Financial Fraud!
Video (25 minutes) with Michel Gariépy, analyst with Autorité des marchés financiers (AMF).
Info on Wills
Video (25 minutes) with Ann Soden, Ad. E., Elder Law Lawyer and mediator, and Anna Kamateros, notary, in conversation with Financial Literacy Program Coordinator, Natalie Domingue. Includes information on how people can write their own “holograph will” while physically isolating, with pointers for minimizing the risk of challenges after death.
Click to access Éducaloi’s detailed guide on Wills
The Atwater Library Financial Literacy Program is funded by Canadian Heritage.
DROP-IN CAREER LOUNGE
Thursday, July 17 from 3 pm to 5 pm
In-Person Only: Get quick help for your job search for free. Resources and tips for using job boards and LinkedIn, networking online, and preparing CVs and cover letters. In the Adair Auditorium. Part of the Atwater Library CELI Skills for Success Project. More information at celi@atwaterlibrary.ca
DROP-IN CV WORKSHOP
Thursday, July 24 from 3 pm to 5 pm
In-Person Only: Get tips and resources for preparing CVs and cover letters. In the Adair Auditorium. Part of the Atwater Library CELI Skills for Success Project. More information at celi@atwaterlibrary.ca
Feature image: Andrew Burlone
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