Leisure Pointe-Claire Fall 2019

Fall 2019

leisure

A world of activities for you to enjoy

LIBRARY GETAWAY FESTIVAL SCOTLAND Details on page 10

Fall 2019 / General Information 1

your activities at a glance

activities by age group general public Programs and Events / 8-11 Aquatic Activities / 20-21, 23-24 Physical Activities / 28 Cultural Activities / 38

general information

Registration / 04 Address Book / 05 Associations and Community Organizations / 06-07

Physical Activities

Activities for Parents and Families / 28-29 Activities for Adults and Seniors / 29-31 Weight Room – Aquatic Centre / 32-33

Aquatic Activities / 13-15, 21 Physical Activities / 28, 29 Cultural Activities / 34-37 Children (6 to 12) Programs and Events / 8, 9, 11 Aquatic Activities / 13, 15, 21, 22, 25, 27 Physical Activities / 28, 29 Cultural Activities / 34-36, 38

multi Card / 07

Teenagers (13 to 17)

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Programs and Events / 8-11 Aquatic Activities / 13, 16-19, 21, 22, 24, 25, 27 Physical Activities / 28 Cultural Activities / 39, 40

PROGRAMs and events

Culture Days / 08 Public Library Week / 09 Library Getaway Festival / 10 Community repair CafĂŠ / 11 Artisan Show / 11 Aid for Seniors / 12

Adults

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Cultural Activities

Activities for Children, Families and the General Public / 34-38

Programs and Events / 8-11 Aquatic Activities / 19-21, 25, 32, 33 Physical Activities / 28-31, 33 Cultural Activities / 41-49 Seniors Programs and Events / 12 Aquatic Activities / 20, 22

Activities for Teenagers / 39-40

Physical Activities / 29-32

Activities for Adults / 40-49

Activities for the whole family are found under the heading "General Public".

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Activities specifically designed for seniors are found in the "Seniors" category. See the "Adults" category for other activities for seniors.

aquatic Activities

Aquatic Centre / 13-20 Recreational Swimming / 21 Competitive Clubs / 22 Outdoor Pools / 23-27

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Children (up to age 5) Programs and Events / 8, 9, 11

a message from the mayor Dear citizens, Many of you took advantage of our programming this summer, whether you were practicing water sports or joining in day camp activities. You enjoyed our new skate park and you had fun at events with sheep in the park. Thank you. Your presence was greatly appreciated at concerts, at our many outdoor events, and at the Lumina exhibition.

I want to say a word about the remarkable work carried out by our outdoor pool associations.

Throughout the summer, they make a key contribution to the liveliness of our neighbourhoods.

Working with the Association of Lakeshore Pools, these volunteers also organized close to a hundred swimming, diving, water polo, and synchronized swimming competitions, all in a spirit of participation and good sportsmanship. john belvedere mayor

Recruiting for the 2020 Youth Advisory Board is underway and will continue until September 13.

Already, our first cohort has been involved in several projects, including the inauguration of the skate park, Canada Day celebrations, and the Lumina exhibition. I want to thank participants for their commitment to the City, to our activities, and to the young people of Pointe-Claire.

The City of Pointe-Claire is proud to present this new edition of Leisure Pointe-Claire, providing full information about our cultural and sports activities and the fall’s upcoming events. Exciting new initiatives include the Library Getaway festival, focusing on Scotland, and a community repair café to help you give new life to objects and appliances that are not working properly.

We hope the information on our activities in this program, and in Culture Pointe-Claire, will give you a lively and enjoyable fall in Pointe-Claire.

Happy autumn to one and all!

John Belvedere Mayor

your city council

CLAUDE COUSINEAU Councillor District 1 – Cedar / Le Village

PAUL BISSONNETTE Councillor District 2 – Lakeside

KELLY THORSTAD-CULLEN Councillor District 3 – Valois

Tara Stainforth Councillor District 4 – Cedar Park Heights

CYNTHIA HOMAN Councillor District 5 – Lakeside Heights

David Webb Councillor District 6 – Seigniory

Eric Stork Councillor District 7 – Northview

Brent Cowan Councillor District 8 – Oneida

General Information

REgistration

Online registration is required for most activities.

Fall session Residents: Starting Tuesday, August 20 at 7 p.m.

Non-residents (Aqua Percept, Adapted Gym and Swim, all adult programs, lifesaving courses): Starting Tuesday, August 27 at 7 p.m.

Non-residents, for all programs: Starting Wednesday, August 28 at 7 p.m.

Go to ludik.pointe-claire.ca.

• Residents: Have a MULTI Card number on hand for each family member you want to register.

• Non-residents: Have the LUDIK number on hand for each person registering.

• Payment is by American Express, Mastercard or Visa.

Payment in several instalments is accepted in some cases. Contact the relevant department for more information.

Prices include all applicable taxes.

Call for applications Youth Advisory Board • Are you 14 to 21 years old?

/ ludik.pointe-claire.ca

Rates are subject to change without prior notice.

Aquatic Centre

Registration assistance: available August 20, 27 and 28 from 6 to 9 p.m. at 514-630-1355.

Registration ends September 8 at 9 p.m.

Winter session Residents: Starting Tuesday, November 26 at 7 p.m.

Non-residents: Starting Wednesday, December 4 at 7 p.m.

Registration assistance: available November 26 and December 4 from 6 to 9 p.m. at 514-630-1355.

Registration ends January 2 at 9 p.m.

Nautical Activities (Canoe Kayak) Fall session: Registration under way Winter session Residents: Starting Tuesday, September 24 at 9 a.m.

Non-residents: Starting Tuesday, October 1 at 9 a.m.

Cultural Centre Residents : Starting Tuesday, September 3 at 7 p.m.

Non-residents : Starting Thursday, September 5 at 7 p.m.

Registration assistance: available September 3 and 5 from 7 to 9 p.m. at 514-630-1366.

• Do you live in Pointe-Claire?

Same registration dates for activities at the Noël-Legault Centre.

• Are you bilingual (French/English)?

Registration under way. Information: 514-630-1220, ext. 1774

Learning Through Play Preschool Program:

• Are you involved in your community?

Suzuki Flute and Violin Program:

Suggest improvements to activities, services, facilities, policies, and events in order to better meet the needs of young residents.

Recreation

Registration under way. Information: 514-630-1220, ext. 1749

Preschool Skating Program: Registration under way.

Registration ends September 20. Information: 514-630-1214

Duration: 1 year

Library

Information: 514-630-1300, ext. 1849

Residents: Starting Tuesday, September 3 at 7 p.m.

Non-residents: Starting Thursday, September 5 at 7 p.m.

Exception – Book clubs (registration in person only) Non-residents wishing to register for children's or teens' activities must have a family membership at the library and register in person.

Registration assistance: available on September 3 and 5 from 6 to 9 p.m. at 514-630-1225. Computers will be available at the Central Library.

Submit your application today to become a member of the Youth Advisory Board: www.pointe-claire.ca/emplois Deadline: September 13 at noon

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Costs and refunds Activities for children and teens: Activities are free for library members.

Library membership is free for young people residing or attending high school in Pointe-Claire. If you have registered for an activity and cannot attend it, please let us know at least 24 hours in advance at 514-630-1218, ext. 1623; otherwise, a fee will be applied.

Activities for adults: If the activity is cancelled, registration fees will be refunded in full. If a participant cancels, a refund will be granted when there is a major reason for cancellation and the request is made before the activity begins.

address book Unless otherwise specified, recreational facilities are closed on the following dates:

Bob-Birnie Arena

58 Maywood Avenue

• Monday, September 2

514-630-1211 arenabobbirnie@pointe-claire.ca

• Monday, October 14

Opening hours

• Tuesday, December 24, Wednesday, December 25 and Thursday, December 26

September 3 to December 30 Every day from 7 a.m. to midnight

• Tuesday, December 31, Wednesday, January 1 and and Thursday, January 2 City offices are closed from December 24 to January 2, inclusively.

For closing dates specific to each department, see information on the right.

City Hall and municipal departments 451 Saint-Jean Boulevard

opening hours

Nautical activities 514-630-1256 infocanoe@pointe-claire.ca

Canoe Kayak 75 Du Bord-du-Lac – Lakeshore Road Special opening hours

Public Library

bibliotheque@pointe-claire.ca biblio.pointe-claire.ca pcplteens.wordpress.com pcplblog.wordpress.com

Central Library 100 Douglas-Shand Avenue 514-630-1218 Loans: ext. 1624 Children’s Info: ext. 1623 Reference: ext. 1630

Library – Valois Branch

Until October 11 Monday to Thursday: 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Friday: 8 a.m. to noon

514-630-1219 Opening hours Monday, Wednesday and Friday: 1 to 9 p.m.

Saturday: 1 to 5 p.m.

CLOSED Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday

Until October 11 Monday to Thursday: 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Friday: 8 a.m. to noon

Grande-Anse Chalet

Starting October 15 Monday to Friday: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Recreation Department

514-630-1202 aquatique@pointe-claire.ca

Multiservice counter: Thursday until 7 p.m. all year long

94 Douglas-Shand Avenue

Monday to Friday: 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Saturday and Sunday: 8:30 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Until October 11 Monday to Thursday: 8 a.m. to noon and 1 to 4:30 p.m.

Friday: 8 a.m. to noon

514-630-1220 stewarthall@pointe-claire.ca Monday to Friday: 8:30 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Saturday: 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Sunday: 1 to 5 p.m.

68 Prince-Edward Avenue

Office hours

176 Du Bord-du-Lac – Lakeshore Road

Opening hours

Office hours

514-630-1214 recreation@pointe-claire.ca

Stewart Hall Cultural Centre

Monday to Friday: 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Saturday: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Sunday: 1 to 5 p.m.

90 Du Bord-du-Lac – Lakeshore Road

514-630-1245

Opening hours

September 2: Open Paddling and rentals will be available.

Starting October 15: Monday to Friday: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Noël-Legault Centre 245 Du Bord-du-Lac Lakeshore Road

Aquatic Centre 60 Maywood Avenue

Opening hours

OPEN October 14: 6 a.m.to 5 p.m.

CLOSED August 31 and September 1

Starting October 15 Monday to Friday: 8:30 a.m. to noon and 1 to 4:30 p.m.

Office hours Monday, Tuesday and Thursday: 8:30 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Wednesday: 8:30 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Friday: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Saturday: 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Sunday: 1 to 5 p.m.

Art Gallery 514-630-1254 stewarthall@pointe-claire.ca Opening hours Monday to Sunday: 1 to 5 p.m.

Wednesday: 1 to 9 p.m.

Art rental and sales services, boutique, reading and reference room 514-630-1221 Opening hours Monday to Friday: 1 to 5 p.m.

Wednesday: 1 to 9 p.m.

Saturday: 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Sunday: 1 to 5 p.m.

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Visit www.pointe-claire.ca.

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community associations and organizations Sports and Recreational Associations Badminton Pointe-Claire Badminton Club 514-694-6062

Baseball Baseball West Island contact@baseballwestisland.com www.baseballwestisland.com

Basketball West Island Lakers Basketball Association info@wilba.net www.wilba.net

Boating Venture Sailing Club Nicolas Zaferis | 514-576-6067 Pointe-Claire Yacht Club 514-695-2441 info@pcyc.qc.ca www.pcyc.qc.ca

Curling

Pétanque Les Amis de la pétanque

Tennis Private Courts (Clubs)

Yvon Calbert | 514-426-7288 calbery64@hotmail.com

For members only.

These clubs offer tennis lessons.

Ringette Pointe-Claire Ringette Association registrar@ringuettepointeclaire.ca www.ringuettepointeclaire.ca

Skating

514-630-1302 info@valoistennis.org www.valoistennis.org

Soccer Pointe-Claire Amateur Soccer Association 514-630-1341 info@soccerpointeclaire.com www.soccerpointeclaire.com

Softball Pointe-Claire Ladies' Softball League Pam Smith | 514-941-0980 pclsinfo@gmail.com David Ward | 514-929-5357 davidjward1957@gmail.com

Tennis

Hockey West Island

Public Courts

info@hockeywestisland.org hwi-registrar@hockeywestisland.org www.hockeywestisland.org

Free of charge for residents from May to December.

First come, first served.

Pointe-Claire Oldtimers Hockey Club

Arthur-Séguin Park 365 Saint-Louis Avenue

514-244-8777 www.pcot.ca

Cedar Park Heights 20 Robinsdale Avenue

Intermediate Hockey League

Lakeside (Ovide) Park 20 Ovide Avenue

Pointe-Claire Lawn Bowling Club Ann Ditmar | 514-694-2794 pclawnbowls@hotmail.com

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514-630-1233 www.tennisclearpoint.com

514-630-1338 info@cpapointeclaire.com www.cpapointeclaire.com

514-695-4324 www.pointeclairecurling.com

Lawn Bowling

Clearpoint Tennis Club

Valois Tennis Club

Pointe-Claire Old Boys Softball

514-830-5967 www.pcihl.ca

Charles Desrochers 514-694-7621

Pointe-Claire Skating Club

Pointe-Claire Curling Club

Hockey

Alexandre-Bourgeau Tennis Club

Northview Park 111 Viking Avenue Valois Park 85 Belmont Avenue

Youth Groups Air Cadets 514-296-6177 690squadron@gmail.com www.690squadron.com

Army Cadets 514-630-1321 2806armee@cadets.gc.ca

Girl Guides Quebec www.girlguides.ca

Scouts Canada www.scouts.ca

Cultural Associations The Friends of the Pointe-Claire Library josiesciortino@yahoo.ca

The Friends

of Stewart Hall 514-630-1220 stewarthallfriends@gmail.com www.stewarthallfriends.com

Stewart Hall Seniors 514-630-1200, ext. 1774

Pointe-Claire Golden Age Artists Marlene Smyth | 514-630-7659 Jeannine Clément | 514-694-3242

Claycrafters Pottery Studio 514-630-1220, ext. 1740 www.claycrafters.ca

Lakeshore Camera Club (LCC) www.lccphoto.org

Lakeshore Coin Club 46004 CST CTR Pointe-Claire, QC H9R 5R4

Lakeshore Creative

Stitchery Club info@lcsg-gtal.ca www.lcsg-gtal.ca

Lakeshore Stamp Club P.O. Box 1 Pointe-Claire, QC H9R 4N5

Lakeshore

Weavers Guild 514-630-1220 www.tisserandsdu lakeshoreweaversguild.org

Les Amis du Vieux-Moulin 514-695-5650 514-426-7288

Stewart Hall Singers Auditions: 514-630-0331 www.stewarthallsingers.ca

West Island Youth Symphony Orchestra (WIYSO) 450-424-0897 info@osjwi.qc.ca www.osjwi.qc.ca

West Island Wood Turners Nigel Sears | 514-637-8244 Jim Laberge | 450-458-2708 wiwoodturners@gmail.com

Community Organizations West Island

514-695-8335

Civic Advocacy

Women's Centre 514-695-8529

Community Resources 514-694-6404 info@crcinfo.ca www.crcinfo.ca

West Island Volunteer

Accompaniment Service 514-694-3838 www.abovas.com

Table de quartier sud de l’Ouest-de-l’île www.tqsoi.org

West Island

Community Shares 514-695-8694 www.partageaction.ca

Corbeille de pain

514-636-6885 www.asmfmh.org

West Island

514-694-5850 info@wica-pcbo.com www.volunteerwica.com

West Island

Friends for Mental Health

NOVA West Island

West Island Association for the Intellectually Handicapped (WIAIH)

Our Place Support for Young Parents 514-694-3161, ext. 227

514-694-7090

West Island Carrefour

Royal Canadian Legion Pointe-Claire Branch No. 57

jeunesse-emploi 514-782-0433 www.cjeouestile.qc.ca

514-630-1301 rclbranch57@gmail.com

YMCA West Island 514-630-9622 www.ymcaquebec.org

Pointe-Claire

Horticultural Society

Big Brothers,

514-695-3147 www.pteclairehort.org

Big Sisters of West Island

Valois Community

514-538-6100

Garden

CLSC du Lac-Saint-Louis

valoisgarden@hotmail.com

Village Community Garden

514-697-4110

West Island

Lac Saint-Louis

Palliative Care

514-894-5850 www.corbeilledepain.com corbeilledepain@gmail.com

514-693-1718

Normand Dupont | 514-695-4927 normhel@msn.com

LIBRARY

MULTI CARD IT ALLOWS RESIDENTS TO: • Register for activities offered by the City • Receive free services • Obtain preferential pricing on activities • Obtain priority passes for special events Obtain or renew your MULTI card at the Central Library, the Aquatic Centre, or City Hall.

For the full list of advantages and renewal conditions: www.pointe-claire.ca.

BOB-BIRNIE ARENA AQUATIC CENTRE

PROOF OF RESIDENCE

PUBLIC WORKS

STEWART HALL CULTURAL CENTRE

INSPECTION – PUBLIC SECURITY

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PROGRAMS AND EVENTS Les Journées de la culture (Culture days) POINTE-CLAIRE CULTURAL CENTRE, STEWART HALL AND CENTRAL LIBRARY SEPTEMBER 27, 28 AND 29 – Free admission

FAMILY MOVIE Family fun with a movie and popcorn! The movie title will be announced two weeks in advance at the library, on the biblio.pointe-claire.ca portal, and in the Cultural@ Connection newsletter.

Central Library Friday, September 27 6:30 to 8 p.m. (French)

Open to all Subscribe to the newsletter at www.pointe-claire.ca.

STORY HOUR

EXHIBITION FOR KIDS

Valois Morning Storytime and Action Songs

Marianne Dubuc's Universe

A craft is included for children ages 2 and up.

With Ms. Debbie Library – Valois Branch

Saturday, September 28 0 to 23 months - 9:30 to 10 a.m. (English) 2 to 4 - 10:15 to 11 a.m. (English)

From birth to age 4, with a parent

Come discover the gentle and sweet universe of author-illustrator Marianne Dubuc through a series of original illustrations of characters taken from her various stories.

Stewart Hall – Kids’ Corner SEPTEMBER 7 TO NOVEMBER 10

Open to all

Registration required for each session.

CREATIVE WORKSHOPS Craft Autumn Wall Decoration Children use acrylic paint and fall leaves to create a beautiful decoration.

With Janet Callary and Lisa Rupnik Central Library Saturday, September 28 – 2 to 3 p.m.

Ages 7 to 12 Registration required.

Draw Me a Story!

Children create short collective stories as a group by drawing one or more scenes inspired by the universe and drawings of Marianne Dubuc.

STEWART HALL – KIDS’ CORNER SUNDAY, September 29, 2 to 4 p.m.

Ages 4 and up Passes required.

Playful Houses Kids draw inspiration from LEGO® blocks to create a volume effect and use rulers and crayons to draw an original and whimsical house.

Stewart Hall – Art Gallery SUNDAY, September 29, 2 to 4 p.m.

Open to all

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Quebec’s 21st Public Library Week will be held from October 19 to 26, under the theme Learn more at your library! This is a great opportunity to plan a family outing and discover the wide range of services and documents available.

Central Library

public piano Trio Guillaume Martineau: Brel et Brassens jazz A jazz concert that pays tribute to Brel and Brassens, showcasing the beauty of their music as well as their poetry, wisdom and wit. The patio becomes a café concert!

Guillaume Martineau, piano; Éric Lagacé, double bass; Mark Nelson, drums Stewart Hall – Patio Sunday, September 29 – 2 to 4 p.m.

WORKSHOPS and demonstrations

Free admission.

Information: 514-630-1218, biblio.pointe-claire.ca.

Breakfast at the Library The library invites you to a family-friendly breakfast.

Saturday, October 19 Between 9 and 10 a.m.

Open to all Registration required at the library.

Local Writers’ Brunch Join us for brunch in the company of some local writers.

Hosted by Karen Zey. Saturday, October 19 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. (English)

Come and meet weavers, embroiderers and potters who are passionately dedicated to their craft!

Bricolage – Journal créatif Rediscover the joy of self-expression, using scissors, markers and glue. Lines, shapes, colour and collage become means of expressing your inner self.

Please bring a 9 x 12 inch (23 x 30.5 cm) unlined sketchbook.

All other materials will be provided.

With Hélène Brunet Saturday, October 19 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. (French)

For adults Registration required.

For adults

Book Sale Organized by the Friends of the Library

Registration required at the library.

friday and saturday, October 25 and 26

• Lakeshore Weavers Guild • Lakeshore Creative Stitchery Guild • Claycrafters Pottery Studio

Open to all

Stewart Hall – Studios Sunday, September 29 – 1 to 4 p.m.

MONARCH CELEBRATION Join us for an afternoon of themed activities at the Monarch Butterfly Educational Garden.

Program: •150 monarchs will be released into flight (one per family) •Children will enjoy artistic and educational activities Corner of Belmont and Saddlewood avenues Saturday, September 14 – 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

In case of rain, please consult the city`s website.

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LIBRARY GETAWAY FESTIVAL 2019 Edition - Scotland Read, listen, discover, taste Join us for a variety of activities for the whole family, inspired by the popularity of Diana Gabaldon’s Outlander series: music, stories, dancing, haggis, crafts for children, and more.

Follow our blog for more details at pcplblog.wordpress.com Central Library Saturday, September 14 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Lunch from 12 to 2 p.m., with proceeds going to the Friends of the Library

Open to all Free admission

Great Scots: Canada’s Greatest Storytellers and Their Links to Scotland This musical performance celebrating Canada's most famous authors takes us on an exciting journey from 1867 right up to today.

With Douglas Gibson, editor, publisher, writer and storyteller. Followed by a book signing.

Multimedia Room 11:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. (English)

Sample Scottish Delicacies

Scots in Quebec

Interesting facts and stories about distilleries and whiskies, and performance of the “Address to the Haggis.” Tastings of haggis, Scotch whisky, and more.

Lecture on the history of the Scots in Quebec: places, people, and their role in industry. Including the Pointe Claire quarry, source of the stone used to build the Victoria Bridge.

With Whisky Ambassador Brian McQueenie.

Reading Room

With Sam Allison, author of Driv’n by Fortune. Followed by a book signing.

Multimedia Room

2 p.m. (English)

2:45 to 3:45 p.m.(English)

Coupons for alcohol will be handed out to people aged 18+ only.

Passes required

Outlander: The Book vs. the Television Series Round table discussion about the differences between the two media.

Conference Room 1 to 1:30 p.m.

Registration required at the library.

Learn How to Find Your Scottish Ancestors An introduction to researching the Scottish side of your family tree.

With Gary Schroder of the Quebec Family History Society.

CONFERENCE ROOM 2:30 to 2:50 p.m. (English)

Montreal Piping and Drumming School

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Halloween Party Take part in the many activities planned. Don’t forget to wear your costume!

Arthur-Séguin Chalet Saturday, October 26 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Children and families - Free admission Information: 514-630-1214

COMMUNITY REPAIR CAFÉ Our experienced repair people, or “Fixers,” will work on your items, repairing them if they can, and often giving you useful advice. Coffee will be served.

• Bring items small enough to be carried in.

• No items that are leaking, contain gasoline, or give off a strong odour.

• There are no guarantees that an item can be fixed or won’t be made worse during the repair. You must stay during the repair.

Examples of items

Electric/electronic:

Household:

Lamps, vacuums, sewing machines, computers, digital devices, CD players, blenders.

Chairs, tables, drawers, door or window screens, ornaments, toys, tools.

Fabrics: Pants, dresses, shirts, jackets, costumes, curtains, bags.

CENTRAL LIBRARY Saturday, November 9, 1 to 4 p.m.

Open to all Registration required at the library. Please mention what you are bringing so that the “fixers” can be prepared.

Information: 514-630-1218, biblio.pointe-claire.ca

EXPOSCIENCE – 36 th EDITION This interactive exhibition aims to demystify science.

Fields represented: Physics, chemistry, engineering, biology, and many others.

Children and adults can conduct science experiments and find answers to their questions about science.

In collaboration with Concordia University

Stewart Hall Saturday and Sunday November 9 and 10 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Children and families - Free admission Information: 514-630-1220

POINTE-CLAIRE ARTISAN SHOW Forty artisans, selected by a jury, present their original creations: jewelry, pottery, dolls, wooden and glass objects, clothing, jams, jellies, caramels, soaps, and more! All items are handmade by the artisans.

Stewart Hall Saturday, November 23 – 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Sunday, November 24 – 12 to 5 p.m.

Visit with Santa, storytime and hot chocolate, Sunday from 2 to 4 p.m.!

Open to all - Free admission Information: 514-630-1220, ext. 1777

Creative workshop: Christmas ornament decoration Decorate a Christmas ornament with alcohol-based inks: a unique and colourful creation just in time for the holidays!

With Valérie Gobeil STEWART HALL ART GALLERY

Gift-wrapping demonstration Impress your loved ones this holiday season by using the eco-friendly, elegant, and original Japanese gift-wrapping method of furoshiki.

Reading and Reference Room SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 23 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

SATURDAY AND SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 23 AND 24 1 to 4 p.m.

Want to submit your application for the 2020 Artisan Show?

Information: 514-630-1220, ext. 1777, or linda.ogrady@pointe-claire.ca.

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AID FOR SENIORS The Aid for Seniors Program offers a range of household chores carried out for seniors, free of charge, by students.

Jobs include shovelling snow, light house cleaning, washing windows, cutting the grass, trimming hedges, planting flowers, weeding and raking leaves.

Eligibility criteria: • You are 65 years of age or older; • You live in Pointe-Claire; • Your annual income does not exceed:

– $31,280 for a person living alone in their own home or $37,030 for a couple ; – $28,920 for a person living alone in an apartement or $34,770 for a couple.

For more information, contact Thalia Chronopoulos at 514-630-1248.

Senior Centre Activities include: day trips, a knitting club, bridge, ping pong, Your block workshops, carpet bowling, line dancing, pickleball, crafts, discussion groups, lectures, intergenerational activities, and more.

Arthur-Séguin Chalet 365 Saint-Louis Avenue year round (EXCEPT ON LEGAL HOLIDAYS) Monday to Friday Schedules vary depending on the activity.

Age 60 and up Resident : $25 /year Non-resident : $30 /year

Navette Or: STM Taxi Service

National Seniors Day

The Société de transport de Montréal's (STM) Navette Or taxi is an easy and flexible public service designed to meet the needs of seniors.

Join us for an afternoon of tea and desserts to celebrate National Seniors Day together.

32 stops in Pointe-Claire year round (except on legal holidays) Monday to Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Age 65 and up Pointe-Claire residents $1.65 with OPUS card $2.70 without OPUS card

With musical performances Arthur-Séguin Chalet 365 Saint-Louis Avenue FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 27 1 to 3 p.m.

Age 60 and up Pointe-Claire residents.

Free.

Reservation required.

Friendly Hello This program offers seniors a friendly telephone chat with a student or volunteer.

Meetings are organized throughout the year (Introductory social tea).

Please note: This is not an emergency service. year round (EXCEPT ON LEGAL HOLIDAYS) Monday, Wednesday and Friday 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Age 65 and up Pointe-Claire residents.

Free.

Reservations and information: Alyssa Barrette, 514-630-1214, ext. 1644 Find more activities for seniors in the sections on aquatic, physical, and cultural activities.

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Aquatic Activities

aquatic centre Children under the age of 12 must be accompanied by an adult at all times.

September 14 - December 2 No classes October 12, 13 and 14.

PROGRAMS FOR CHILDREN AND TEENS The Olympic WayÂ

Participants learn to swim using a swimming aid, which allows them to spend more time in the water. As they progress through the eight levels of the program, they become proficient at the four competitive swim strokes.

Level

White, Yellow, Green and Red

Age group

2 to 15

Length

Schedule

30 minutes

Frequency

Every day Various times

Blue, Bronze, Silver and Gold

6 to 16

45 minutes

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Cost Resident

Non-resident

Once a week

$80

$110

Twice a week

$121

$171

Once a week

$99

$138

Twice a week

$160

$226

Parents and TotsÂ

A fun-filled experience for parents and children who learn how to be comfortable in the water through play.

Child must be 5 months old before the start of the session.

Age group

Length

Schedule

Cost Resident

Non-resident

$80

$110

Every day except Friday 5 to 24 months

30 minutes

Various times Visit www.pointe-claire.ca

Beginner +

Introduction to swimming for older swimmers, to increase comfort level and independence in the water. To succeed in the program, students must swim one width of the pool continuously.

Age group

Length

Day Wednesday

8 to 16

30 minutes

Time

Cost Resident

Non-resident

$80

$110

6 p.m.

Friday

5 p.m.

Saturday

10 a.m. / 4:30 p.m.

Sunday

8:30 a.m. / 10 a.m.

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Private Swimming Lessons

Ratio is one child per instructor. Limited space.

Age group

Length

Schedule

Frequency

Cost Resident

Non-resident

$259

$363

Every day 2-16

30 minutes

Various times

Once a week

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Teen Cross Training

Program designed to improve general fitness, including agility, strength and stamina. It combines dryland and water components.

Prerequisite

Olympic Way Bronze level

Age group

11 to 16

Length

60 minutes

Day

Time

Wednesday

6:30 p.m.

Friday

5:30 p.m. / 6:30 p.m.

Saturday

9 a.m. / 10 a.m. / 11:15 a.m.

Cost Resident

Non-resident

$121

$171

P-C Windmills Intramural Swimming

A non-competitive program with the goal of perfecting strokes, learning some elementary racing techniques and increasing fitness. Training takes place three times a week.

Prerequisite

Olympic Way Bronze level

Age group

9 to 13

12 to 16

Length

60 minutes

60 minutes

Schedule

Cost Resident

Non-resident

$270

$380

Tuesday 5 p.m., Thursday 5 p.m. and Saturday 10 a.m.

Wednesday 5 p.m., Friday 5 p.m. and Saturday 10 a.m.

Monday 6:30 p.m., Wednesday 6:30 p.m. and Saturday 11 a.m.

Learn to Dive

Children start by learning basic diving skills. As they progress through the eight diving levels, they become more proficient in various competitive dives.

Prerequisite

Olympic Way Green level

Age group

Length

Day

Time

Cost Resident

Non-resident

$99

$138

10 a.m.

5 to 15

45 minutes

Saturday

10:45 a.m.

11:30 a.m.

Dive Fit

Program includes exercises, gym games and a 40-minute diving lesson.

Prerequisite

Olympic Way Green level

Age group

Length

6 to 10 9 to 15 6 to 15

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60 minutes

Day

Time

Saturday

10 a.m.

Saturday

11 a.m.

Tuesday or Thursday

4 p.m.

Cost Resident

Non-resident

$121

$171

Gym and Swim

Children develop motor coordination, body awareness and social skills through a variety of activities and games in the water and on the floor: 30 minutes in the gym and 30 minutes of swimming.

Age group

Length

2 (Parent participation required in the gym)

Day

Cost Resident

Non-resident

$121

$171

9:30 a.m.

60 minutes

Friday

10 a.m.

10:30 a.m.

60 minutes

3 to 6

Time

Monday

10:30 a.m.

Tuesday

1:30 p.m.

Wednesday

10:30 a.m.

Thursday

9:30 a.m.

Friday

1 p.m. / 4 p.m.

Special programs for children Aqua Percept

A gym and swim program for children who may have poor coordination, perceptual motor difficulties or attention deficit disorder with or without hyperactivity. The ratio is three children to one instructor.

Age group

3+

Length

55 minutes

Day

Time

Saturday

2:15 p.m.

Sunday

11:15 a.m. / 11:45 a.m.

Cost Resident

Non-resident

$121

$171

Aqua Percept Sport

The first part of the class consists of group activities in the gym. The second part involves swimming lessons and group activities in the pool.

Age group

Length

Day

Time

8 to 15

1 hr 55 minutes

Sunday

9:30 a.m.

Cost Resident

Non-resident

$198

$275

Adapted Gym and Swim

A program for children with special needs, who could benefit from a 1:1 or 2:1 student-instructor ratio. It promotes improvement of gross motor skills and a positive self-image in a non-competitive environment.

Age group

Length

3+ 3 to 10

55 minutes

11+

Day

Time

Saturday

12:15 p.m. / 12:45 p.m. / 1:15 p.m.

1:45 p.m. / 2:45 p.m.

Sunday

11:15 a.m. / 11:45 a.m. / 12:15 p.m.

12:45 p.m. / 2:15 p.m.

2:45 p.m. / 3:15 p.m. / 3:45 p.m.

Sunday

1:45 p.m. / 4:15 p.m.

Cost Resident

Non-resident

$149

$209

Adapted Gym and Swim – Fine Motor Skills

Activities and games focusing on fine motor skills and development of social skills. This program is designed for children who are participating in the Adapted Gym and Swim program.

Age group

Length

Day

Time

4 to 12

30 minutes

Sunday

1:45 p.m. / 2:15 p.m.

Cost Resident

Non-resident

$74

$103

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Bronze medallion

Bronze cross olympic way instructor

Standard first aid National lifeguard Lifesaving instructor

Lifeguard and instructor courses Bronze Medallion

Bronze Medallion teaches basic lifesaving principles. Candidates learn rescue procedures for both conscious and unconscious victims. Exams are given on the last day of the session.

Mainly in English; course manual in English or French.

Prerequisite 

Age group

Olympic Way Silver level or Red Cross Swim Kids 10*

13+

Dates

Schedule

September 14 - November 30 No class October 12

Saturday, 1 - 3:30 p.m.

September 17 - November 26

Tuesday, 7 - 9:30 p.m.

Cost Resident

Non-resident

$157

$202

Course manual $49

* For Olympic Way Silver requirements, visit www.pointe-claire.ca.

Bronze Cross

Candidates learn to assess dangerous areas and behaviours in order to prevent accidents and keep aquatic facilities safe.

Exams are given on the last day of the session.

Mainly in English; course manual in English and French.

Prerequisite

Bronze Medallion

Age group

14+

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Dates

Schedule

September 14 - November 30 No class October 12

Saturday, 1 - 3:30 p.m.

September 17 - November 26

Tuesday, 7 - 9:30 p.m.

Cost Resident

Non-resident

$157

$202

Course manual: Same as for Bronze Medallion

Standard First Aid / AED

This 16-hour course enables candidates to identify sources of danger, recognize a victim's signs and symptoms, take action in an emergency, administer first aid, and use an automated external defibrilator (AED). 100% attendance is mandatory.

Mainly in English; course manual in English or in French.

Prerequisite

Age group

Bronze Cross

15+

Dates

October 21 - November 18

Schedule

Cost

Monday, 6:30 - 9:45 p.m.

Resident

Non-resident

$98

$130

Course manual $19

National Lifeguard

This course improves the decision-making process by helping candidates develop the four main lifeguard competencies: knowledge, judgement, fitness and skill. The exam is given on the last day of the session.

Mainly in English; course manual in English or in French.

Prerequisite

Bronze Cross and Standard First Aid course

Age group

Dates

Schedule

Cost

September 17 - December 3

Tuesday, 6:30 - 10:30 p.m.

September 12 - November 28

Thursday, 6:30 - 10:30 p.m.

Resident

Nonresident

$240

$310

16+ Course manual $49

Standard First Aid / AED and National Lifeguard

Combined intensive course. 100% attendance is mandatory for the First Aid portion of the course.

Prerequisite

Bronze Cross

Age group

16+

Dates

Schedule

Intensive First Aid

National Lifeguard (One of the following)

Resident

Non-resident

September 17 - December 3 Tuesday, 6:30 - 10:30 p.m.

$338

$440

September 4 and 6 6:30 - 10:30 p.m. and September 8 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

September 12 - November 28 Thursday, 6:30 - 10:30 p.m.

Cost

Course manual $68

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Lifesaving Instructor

This certification gives candidates the knowledge required to teach the following lifesaving courses: Bronze Star, Bronze Medallion and Bronze Cross. They learn educational strategies enabling them to teach and assess first-aid situations, CPR, and various lifesaving techniques and abilities. 100% attendance is mandatory.

Prerequisite

Age group

National Lifeguard

Schedule

Cost

December 10 and 12, 6-9:45 p.m.

December 14, 8 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

December 17 and 19, 6-9:45 p.m.

December 21, 8 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

16+

Resident

Non-resident

$175

$220

Course manual $100

Olympic Way Instructor

Designed to give participants a solid foundation in the Olympic Way swimming program. Three hours of Olympic Way swimming-lesson observation are required. 100% attendance is mandatory. Exam takes place during course time.

Mainly in English; course manual in English.

Prerequisite

Bronze Cross

Age group

15+

Dates

Schedule

September 24 - November 26

Tuesday, 7 - 9:30 p.m.

September 26 - November 28

Thursday, 7 - 9:30 p.m.

Cost Resident

Non-resident

$101

$135

National Lifeguard – Requalification Prerequisite

Age group

Dates

Tuesday, September 10 National Lifeguard

16+

Time

Cost Resident

Nonresident

$80

$86

6 p.m.- 10 p.m.

Sunday, September 15

5 p.m.- 9 p.m.

Tuesday, December 10

6 p.m. - 10 p.m.

Thursday, December 12

6 p.m. - 10 p.m.

Lifesaving Instructor – Requalification Prerequisite Lifesaving Instructor

Age group 16+

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Dates Tuesday, January 5

Schedule 8:30 a.m. -12:30 p.m.

Cost Resident

Non-resident

$75

$81

first aid and cpr courses Participants will receive a course completion card from the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Québec.

The Training Centre is located at 81 Summerhill Avenue.

Information: 514-630-1202, carole.lefebvre@pointe-claire.ca or alana.mabe@pointe-claire.ca.

Basic Life Support / AED – CPR Level C

This four-hour course teaches participants how to perform CPR and clear the airway in adults, children and infants, as well as how to use an automated external defibrillator (AED).

Participants

Dates

Time

September 10 Teachers, students, members of the community, parents, lifeguards, police officers, fire fighters

October 15 November 12

Cost Resident

Non-resident

$75

$99

6 to 10 p.m.

Group of 6 or more: $69 per person

December 3

Health Care Provider / AED – CPR Level C+

This five-hour course teaches participants how to perform CPR and clear the airway in adults, children and infants, as well as how to use an automated external defibrillator (AED). It includes two-rescuer CPR and the use of a bag valve mask (BVM).

Participants

Dates

First responders, ambulance technicians, doctors, dentists, nurses, pharmacists, medical students

October 10 December 3

Time

6 to 11 p.m.

Cost Resident

Non-resident

$79

$102

Group of 6 or more: $73 per person

Emergency First Aid with CPR Level C

This eight-hour course teaches participants how to perform CPR and clear the airway in adults, children and infants, and how to provide first aid to help sustain the life of a suddenly ill or injured person until emergency medical services arrive.

Participants

Dates

Time

Cost Resident

Non-resident

$87

$115

September 10 and 12 Teachers, students, members of the community, parents

October 15 and 17 November 12 and 14 December 3 and 5

6 to 10 p.m.

Group of 6 or more: $80 per person

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programs for adults and seniors September 14 - December 2 (no classes October 12, 13 and 14) Fitness over Fifty and Group Fitness activities are listed on pages 32 and 33.

Swimming Lessons – Initiation, Beginners, Stroke Improvement and Endurance Not all levels are offered at each time.

Length

Day

45 minutes

Time

Cost

Monday

12 p.m.

Tuesday

6:30 p.m. / 7:15 p.m. / 7:30 p.m. / 8 p.m.

Wednesday

12 p.m.

Thursday

6:30 p.m. / 7:15 p.m. / 7:30 p.m. / 8 p.m.

Sunday

12:30 p.m.

Resident

Non-resident

$116

$160

Diving Lessons Prerequisite

Age group

Length

Day

Time

Ability to swim in deep water

16+

45 minutes

Saturday

11:30 a.m.

Cost Resident

Non-resident

$116

$160

Aqua-arthritics A hydrotherapy program designed to improve mobility, strength, and flexibility in people with arthritis and related conditions.

Medical clearance is required.

Age group Under 60 60+ Under 60 60+

Length

Schedule

45 minutes

Monday 2:15 p.m. / Tuesday 11:30 a.m. / Friday 2:15 p.m.

60 minutes

Thursday 7 p.m.

Cost Resident

Non-resident

$103

$143

$51

$103

$137

$190

$68

$137

Aquanatal Pregnant women are encouraged to participate in the aquafitness classes (page 33) and in Prenatal Yoga (page 31).

Information for aquafitness classes: catherine.orourke@pointe-claire.ca, 514-630-1202, ext. 1516.

OUTDOOR POOLS

August 31, September 1, 2, 7 and 8: 12 to 6 p.m., weather permitting Free admission with MULTI Card.

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Viking pool

113 Viking Avenue 514-428-9309 www.piscinevikingpool.ca membership@piscinevikingpool.ca

Lakeside Pool 20 Ovide Avenue

514-694-5223  www.piscinelakesidepool.ca info@piscinelakesidepool.ca

recreational swimming Free admission: Saturday and Sunday for residents with a MULTI Card

September 9, 2019 to june 19, 2020 Deep water Family swim Funtime swim swim Toys, mats, Slide, nets, and toys

Adult swim Reserved for ages 16 and up for lane swimming.

Lane availability may vary.

nets, and more are available to play with.

are available, and the baby pool is open.

10-lane pool*

6-lane pool

25-yard pool

10-lane pool*

6-lane pool

25-yard pool

Monday

10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

–

12 to 1:30 p.m.

8 to 9:30 p.m.**

–

6:30 to 8 p.m.

Tuesday

–

6 to 8:30 a.m.

10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

8 to 9:30 p.m.

12:15 to 1:30 p.m.

–

–

–

–

12 to 1:30 p.m.

8 to 9:30 p.m.**

–

6:30 to 8 p.m.

–

–

–

Wednesday 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Diving boards, lap lanes, and open deep end.

6 to 8:30 a.m.

10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. 12 to 1:30 p.m.

8 to 9:30 p.m.

Thursday

–

Friday

10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

–

12 to 1:30 p.m.

8 to 9:30 p.m.

–

10 to 11:30 a.m.

6:30 to 9 p.m.

Saturday

–

–

–

2 to 4 p.m.

8 to 9:30 p.m.

2 to 4 p.m.

6:30 to 8 p.m.

Sunday

–

–

–

2:30 to 4 p.m.

2:30 to 4 p.m.

8 to 9:30 p.m.

1 to 2:30 p.m.

6:30 to 8 p.m.

Any child who cannot swim must be accompanied in the pool at all times by an adult.

Children under the age of 12 must be accompanied in the building at all times by an adult. * For safety reasons, non-swimmers are not allowed in the 10-lane pool. ** The 3m, 5m, 7m and 10m diving boards are not available at these times.

Holiday Schedule:

Closed December 24, 25, 26, 31, 2019 and January 1 and 2, 2020 6-lane pool

10-lane pool

25-yard pool

Sunday, October 13

1:30 to 4:30 p.m.

1:30 to 4:30 p.m.

9 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Monday, October 14

9 a.m. to 12 p.m.

1:30 to 4:30 p.m.

10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Adults only

12 to 1:30 p.m.

Adults only

December 27, 30 January 3 March 2, 3, 4, 5, 6

2 to 4 p.m.

In addition to regular schedule

-

-

Membership and rates

Access to recreational swimming is included with weight room membership and admission.

Resident

Non-resident

Single admission

15-admission card

11-month membership

Single admission

15-admission card

11-month membership

Child/teenager (up to age 20)

$3.50

$28

$71

$5

$39

$110

Adult

$4.50

$39

$175

$6

$55

$260

$8

$71

$245

$11

$99

$380

$4.50

$39

$115

Family * Senior (60+)

Free admission with MULTI Card

* A family may include up to 5 people, with a maximum of 2 adults (21+).

Fall 2019 / Aquatic Activities 21

POINTE-CLAIRE AQUATIC CLUB clubaquatiquepointe-claire.ca

Swim Club

Nearly 370 swimmers between the ages of 6 and 21 train regularly and participate in competitions.

They are supported by a team of 20 certified coaches.

Prerequisites

• Ages 6 to 8: Ability to swim 25 metres continuously, using two different swimming strokes • Age 9 and up: Mastery of four swimming strokes and reasonable stamina Speed and ability to listen and respond to feedback are qualities that coaches look for at tryouts.

The season runs from September to June.

SWIMMING ACADEMY Preparation program for the swim team (ages 8 to 10).

Information: 514-630-1202, ext. 1403

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Dive Club

Masters Club

About 140 members of all ages join in some twenty competitions per year, depending on their qualification level, under the supervision of a team of eight certified coaches.

Different levels are offered, from Precompetitive to National.

Masters Swim Club Nearly 200 adult swimmers, ranging in age from 18 to 88, participate in up to seven competitions during the season, or train under the guidance of nine certified coaches.

Prerequisites

Information: 514-630-1202, ext. 1403

• Being comfortable and able to swim in deep water

Masters Diving Team

TRYOUTS Tryouts are available throughout the season by appointment (514-630-1202, ext. 1404).

The team welcomes adults of all ages who are interested in improving their technique through personalized training. They may participate in up to four competitions per year.

Beginners are welcome.

The season starts in September.

The season starts in September.

Information: 514-630-1202, ext. 1404

No tryouts necessary. Two free training sessions available for newcomers.

• Being evaluated at tryouts

Information: 514-630-1202, ext. 1404

Nautical Activities The City reserves the right to cancel training sessions and activities due to weather or water conditions, or because of a special event.

recreational program With an Open Paddle membership • • • •

Unlimited access to equipment during opening hours; Opportunity to participate in events such as moonlight paddles, dragon boat outings, and more; Discounted rate for guest passes (rental); Special rate for kayak lessons.

Open Paddle and rental schedule* FALL– August 31 to September 29 HOLIDAY – September 2

Monday to Friday

Saturday and Sunday

4:30 to 7:15 p.m.

10 a.m. to 4:45 p.m.

10 a.m. to 5:45 p.m.

* Note: Rentals are allowed up to one hour before closing time.

Membership fees Open Paddle

Season (May to September) Monthly pass

Membership

Cost Resident

Non-resident

Individual

$250

$350

Family*

$335

$470

Individual

$76

$105

Family*

$110

$155

* A family includes all persons living at the same address. Children age 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult. ** Valid MULTI Card required.

Fall 2019 / Aquatic Activities 23

Rentals

Discover Valois Bay with our paddling equipment (kayaks, canoes, stand-up paddle boards). Try as many boats as you like.

Equipment and life jacket provided. Activities are supervised. No experience necessary.

Schedule

Per hour: canoe, kayak, stand-up paddle

Category

See schedule on page 23

Cost (per person) Resident**

Non-resident

Adult (18+)

$15

$20

Teen (ages 12-17)

$8

$11

Youth (ages 5-11)

$5

$7

Free admission Free admission

Child under 5

Per day: canoe, kayak, stand-up paddle

Per hour: pedal boat

See schedule on page 23

Adult (18+)

$30

$42

Teen (ages 12-17)

$11

$15

$7

$10

Youth (ages 5-11)

Free admission Free admission

Child under 5 See schedule on page 23

Family*

41$

$57

All

$15

$20

* A family includes all persons living at the same address. Children age 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult. ** Valid MULTI Card required.

Dragon boat rental Rentals available: • for 2-hour periods • for the season

For more information: 514-630-1256, nautiques@pointe-claire.ca

Group activities Looking for a group activity for a birthday, a school group or a corporate group?

Contact us to find out what we have to offer: nautiques@pointe-claire.ca

Canoe polo This team sport, very popular in Europe, combines elements of water polo, basketball, and canoeing.

Dates

Cost

Schedule Resident

Season: mid-May to September Drop-in fee

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www.pointe-claire.ca

6 months:

$20

$190

Non-resident

1 year:

$265

$20

6 months:

$25

$265

1 year :

$370

$25

COMPETITIVE PROGRAM – CANOE KAYAK club Program designed to give young athletes the opportunity to compete in the sport of sprint canoe kayak at provincial, national, and international competitions. During the peak season, most athletes train twice a day, five days a week, and compete in regattas on a weekly basis.

Athletes age 12 and older must have completed a recreational (day camp) program in order to register and have participated in two regattas throughout the competitive season, as well as the provincial championships.

Activities take place at the Pointe-Claire Canoe Kayak Club at 75 Du Bord-du-Lac – Lakeshore Road. pccanoekayak.ca Fee for racing singlet: $42

U10 – Children born between 2009 and 2011 FALL SESSION September 3 to November 2

Cost

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Resident

Non-resident

4:30 to 6 p.m.

–

4:30 to 6 p.m.

–

–

$49

$69

U12 – Children born in 2007 and 2008 FALL SESSION September 3 to November 2

Cost

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Resident

Non-resident

4:30 to 6 p.m.

–

4:30 to 6 p.m.

–

4:30 to 6 p.m.

$64

$90

U14 – Teens born in 2005 and 2006

Athletes will be divided into groups on the basis of their skill level, discipline, gender, and commitment (attendance, motivation, attitude, and objectives).

Group A Athletes will focus on training for the Spring Training Camp, as well as competing in the Canada Cup and the National Championships. Coaches will select team members depending on the performance of each athlete.

Cost September 3 to November 2

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Resident

Non-resident

4:30 to 6 p.m.

4:30 to 6 p.m.

-

4:30 to 6 p.m.

4:30 to 6 p.m.

8 to 11 a.m.

$92

$130

Schedule will be confirmed depending on groups and coaches.

Group B Athletes will focus on training for regional regattas and competing at the Provincial Championships.

Cost

September 3 to November 2

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Resident

Nonresident

4:30 to 6 p.m.

4:30 to 6 p.m.

-

4:30 to 6 p.m.

-

-

$67

$94

Schedule will be confirmed depending on groups and coaches.

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U16-U20 – Teens born between 1999 and 2004

Athletes will be divided into groups on the basis of their skill level, discipline, gender, and commitment (attendance, motivation, attitude, and objectives).

Athletes will focus on training for the Spring Training Camp, as well as competing in the Canada Cup and the National Championships. Coaches will select team members depending on the performance of each athlete.

September 3 to November 2

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

4:30 to 6 p.m.

4:30 to 6 p.m.

-

4:30 to 6 p.m.

4:30 to 6 p.m.

8 to 11 a.m.

Elite (selected athletes)

Elite groups are athletes who aim to compete at national team trials, as well as national and international competitions.

Masters This program is intended for both novice and experienced paddlers, with opportunities to compete at regattas such as the Provincial Sprint, Long Distance Championships and CanMas.

Dates

Schedule

Cost

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Resident

Non-resident

Novice

May 22 to October 31

6:30 to 8 p.m.

–

6:30 to 8 p.m.

–

$415

$525

Experienced* (2 x per week)

May 6 to October 31

–

6:30 to 8 p.m.

–

6:30 to 8 p.m.

$425

$535

Experienced* (4 x per week)

May 6 to October 31

6:30 to 8 p.m.

6:30 to 8 p.m.

6:30 to 8 p.m.

6:30 to 8 p.m.

$490

$625

Schedule will be modified in the fall to allow for the change in season. * Experienced: members who have participated in the Masters program for at least one full season.

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winter session Training that allows young athletes age 10 and up to enhance their skills and pursue their goals, as well as compete at the provincial, national, and international levels. The program includes a wide range of activities, depending on age: weight training, running, swimming, pool paddling, team sports (soccer, basketball), cross-country skiing, and an on-water training camp down south.

No prior experience is necessary.

U10 – Children born in 2010 and 2011 Cost

Session starts November 11 Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Resident

Non-resident

–

–

–

–

4:45 to 6 p.m.

$85

$120

U12 – Children born in 2008 and 2009 Athletes must attend at least 2 training sessions per week.

Cost

Session starts November 11 Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Resident

Non-resident

4:45 to 6 p.m.

-

4:45 to 6 p.m.

-

4:45 to 6 p.m.

$245

$345

U14 – Teens born in 2006 and 2007 Athletes must attend 3 training sessions per week.

Cost

Session starts November 11 Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Resident

Non-resident

4:30 to 6 p.m.

4:30 to 6 p.m.

-

4:30 to 6 p.m.

4:30 to 6 p.m.

8 to 11 a.m.

4:30 to 6 p.m. (pool)

$280

$390

U16 - U24 – Teens born before 2005 Athletes will be divided into groups based on their skill level, discipline, gender, and commitment (attendance, motivation, attitude, and objectives). Groups will be formed by coaches after spring training camp. Evaluations and adjustments will be carried out in May and throughout the summer.

Cost* Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Schedule: Visit www.pccanoekayak.ca

Friday

Saturday

Resident

Non-resident

$290

$405

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PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES PARENTS AND CHILDREN Free skating

Preschool skating

Come and enjoy the ice with family and friends.

Bob-Birnie Arena

Introduction to figure skating through play.

BOB-BIRNIE ARENA

Dates September 3 to December 30 October 11 to December 27 September 7 to December 28 September 22 to December 29

DAY

time

Monday to Friday

11:15 a.m. to 12:35 p.m.

SEPTEMBER 13 TO NOVEMBER 22 (11 SESSIONS)

Friday

7 to 8:20 p.m.

Ages 3 to 5, without a parent

Saturday

7 to 8:20 p.m.

Beginner: $75

Sunday

1 to 2:20 p.m.

Free skating cancelled: October 14, November 29-30, December 1, 7, 24, 25, 26, 31

NEW Skating for children age 10 and under, accompanied by an adult on the ice.

September 9 to December 30 — Monday, 10:15 to 11:05 a.m.

Open to all Resident: Free admission with MULTI card Non-resident: Child (age 0-17): $1 / Adult: $2 / Senior (age 60+): $1 Pass: $12 (7 adult admissions or 13 child admissions)

Karibou – Motor skill activities for 1 to 5 year olds Run, jump, dance, roll and climb! A variety of activities aimed at developing motor skills and giving children a sense of pride in their personal accomplishments while reinforcing their self-esteem.

Stewart Hall September 20 to December 6 (10 sessions) No class: November 8 and 22

September 21 to December 7 (10 sessions) No class: November 9 and 23

September 22 to December 8 (10 sessions) No class: November 10 and 24

Cheeky Chicks and Bouncing Bunnies 12 to 20 months Friday 9 to 9:50 a.m.

Cheeky Chicks and Bouncing Bunnies 12 to 20 months Saturday 8:45 to 9:35 a.m.

Wonder Wolves Ages 2½ to 3 Sunday 9:30 to 10:20 a.m.

Rascally Raccoons and Buddy Bears Ages 20 months to 2½ Friday 10 to 10:50 a.m.

Rascally Raccoons 20 to 24 months Saturday 9:45 to 10:35 a.m.

Feisty Foxes and Wonder Wolves Ages 2½ to 4 Friday 11 to 11:50 a.m.

Buddy Bears Ages 2 to 2½ Saturday 10:45 to 11:35 a.m.

Feisty Foxes (Soccer Option) Ages 3 to 4 Saturday 11:45 to 12:35 p.m.

The presence of a parent is mandatory.

All levels $83 www.karibou.com

Feisty Foxes Ages 3 to 4 Sunday 10:30 to 11:20 a.m.

Energetic Eagles Ages 4 to 5 Sunday 11:30 to 12:20 p.m.

Mom and baby yoga Yoga poses and breathing techniques to calm the mind while strengthening and toning the body.

Your baby will develop improved coordination, awareness, and strength.

With Karmel Johal Mainly in English Stewart Hall September 24 to December 10 (12 sessions) Tuesday 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Up to 9 months or until the child is able to move around on his/her own All levels: $120

Cardio with stroller Baby will stay cozy in the stroller while you work up a sweat! Exercises include important cardiovascular and muscle-toning components.

With Jasmina Wegrzycka Noël-Legault Centre (Outdoors) September 25 to November 27 (10 sessions) Wednesday 9 to 10 a.m.

1 to 12 months All levels: $75

Yoga kids Games, dancing, songs, and yoga poses help children develop their motor and physical skills and learn how to relax.

With Kathleen McAdams Noël-Legault Centre September 27 to November 29 (10 sessions) Thursday 9 to 10 a.m.

Ages 2 to 5, with a parent 28 Physical Activities / Fall 2019

All levels: $76

ADULTS AND SENIORS Dance and movement

Multi-dance

Modern line dancing

Children develop their physical abilities through exercises, simple dance moves, and games.

Exercises and choreographies give kids an opportunity to explore various dance styles.

Choreographies are explained step by step to a variety of rhythms.

With Stéphanie Lachance Stewart Hall

With Stéphanie Lachance Stewart Hall

September 21 to December 7 (10 sessions) No class: November 9 and 23 Saturday 10 to 10:45 a.m.

September 21 to December 7 (10 sessions) No class: November 9 and 23 Ages 6 to 7 – Saturday 12:15 to 1 p.m.

Ages 8 to 12 – Saturday 1:30 to 2:30 p.m.

Age 3, with a parent All levels: $64

Creative dance Children develop their physical abilities and expressiveness through technical exercises, dance and games.

With Stéphanie Lachance Stewart Hall September 21 to December 7 (10 sessions) No class: November 9 and 23 Saturday 10:45 to 11:30 a.m.

Saturday 11:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.

Ages 4 to 5 (child must be 4 years old upon registering) All levels: $64

Hip hop dance Hip hop helps to develop muscle memory and improve technique, self-confidence, artistic expression, flexibility, and stamina.

Noël-Legault Centre September 26 to December 5 (11 sessions) Ages 5 to 6 – Thursday 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.

Ages 7 to 8 – Thursday 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.

Ages 9 to 11 – Thursday 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Ages 5 to 11

Ages 6 to 12 All levels Ages 6 to 7: $64

Ages 8 to 12: $76

Circus and trapeze Acrobatics, balance, trapeze, gymnastics and clown arts: Your child will develop strength and abilities while discovering new interests.

With Productions Bataclan stewart hall September 22 to December 8 (10 sessions) No class: November 10 and 24 Age 5 – Sunday 9:30 to 10:30 a.m.

Ages 6 to 7 – Sunday 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.

Ages 8 to 12 – Sunday 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Ages 5 to 12 All levels: $127

With Marc Mitchell Noël-Legault Centre September 23 to November 18 (8 sessions) No class: October 14 Monday 7 to 8:30 p.m.

September 26 to November 21 (9 sessions) Thursday 1 to 2:30 p.m.

All levels Monday: $102

Thursday: $114

Ballroom dancing Learn or perfect your skills in international-style dancing.

With Maxime Deslauriers and Romy Glowacki Stewart hall September 26 to November 28 (10 sessions) Beginners – Thursday 7:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Intermediate and advanced – Thursday 8:30 to 9:30 p.m.

All levels: $190 / couple

Belly dancing – Oriental dance Belly dancing makes your joints more supple and improves cardiovascular capacity and muscle tone.

With Aïsha Noël-Legault Centre September 25 to December 4 (11 sessions) Beginner – Wednesday 6:30 to 8 p.m.

Intermediate – Wednesday 8 to 9:30 p.m.

All levels: $121

All levels: $83

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Fitness belly dancing

Zumba® fitness

Fitness belly dancing keeps you in great shape by improving muscle tone, coordination, and flexibility.

Work all your major muscle groups while dancing up a storm.

Noël-Legault Centre

With Aïsha Stewart hall

September 24 to November 26 (10 sessions) Tuesday 7 to 8 p.m.

September 26 to December 5 (11 sessions) Thursday 1:30 to 3 p.m.

All levels: $121

Argentine tango

All levels: $80

Low impact cardio and toning

Learn the basic skills needed to dance the Argentine tango: proper hold, technique and footwork.

A cardio workout that will get your heart rate up with fun and easy-to-follow steps without putting any unnecessary stress on joints.

With Maxime Deslauriers and Romy Glowacki Noël-Legault Centre

Includes: core strengthening and stretching, as well as exercises with weights, resistance bands and Swiss ball.

September 24 to November 26 (10 sessions) Tuesday 8 to 9 p.m.

With Dolores Paquette Noël-Legault Centre

Beginners: $190 / couple

Classical ballet Traditional classes, including exercises at the barre and on the floor.

With Alison Dewar Noël-Legault Centre September 28 to November 30 (10 sessions) Friday 8:45 to 10 a.m.

All levels: $106

Multi-dance Explore different dance styles, including salsa, hip hop, Broadway-style jazz, disco, ballet, African dance, and much more, by learning technical exercises and specific choreographies.

September 24 to December 6 (20 sessions) No class: November 8 and 22 Tuesday and Friday 9 to 10 a.m.

All levels: $127

Pilates Pilates exercises help to improve flexibility and strength of core muscles.

With Alison Dewar Noël-Legault Centre September 25 to November 29 (20 sessions) Wednesday and Friday 10 to 11 a.m.

All levels: $124

Fusion fitness

No previous experience required.

Three-part class: cardio, strength training with weights, and stretching and toning on the floor.

With Stéphanie Lachance Stewart Hall

With Dolores Paquette Noël-Legault Centre

September 21 to December 7 (10 sessions) No class: November 9 and 23 Saturday 2:30 to 3:30 p.m.

September 26 to November 28 (10 sessions) Thursday 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.

All levels: $80

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All levels: $119

Pound® New Cardio jam: a concept inspired by the energizing fun of playing the drums, using Ripstix®, which resemble drumsticks.

Noël-Legault Centre September 26 to November 28 (10 sessions) Thursday 6 to 7 p.m.

All levels: $80

Essentrics – Classical stretching

Dynamic and fluid strengthening and stretching exercises.

With Dolores Paquette Noël-Legault Centre

September 23 to December 4 (20 sessions) No class: October 14 Monday and Wednesday 5 to 6 p.m.

September 24 to December 6 (20 sessions) No class: November 8 and 22 Tuesday and Friday 10 to 11 a.m.

All levels: $127

Yoga

Relaxing flow yoga

Hatha yoga

Prenatal yoga

Form of yoga that encourages relaxation and a mind-body connection. Classical Ashtanga yoga, breathing exercises, sun salutations, various poses and meditation.

Gently exercise all body parts, stretch and tone muscles and joints. Breathing poses, relaxation and meditation.

Breathing techniques and guided meditations help participant relax and bond with baby. The yoga poses taught are essentially used to prepare for labour.

With Karmel Johal

September 24 to November 26 (10 sessions) Tuesday 7:30 to 9 p.m.

Mainly in English Stewart Hall September 26 to December 5 (11 sessions) Thursday 7 to 8:30 p.m.

Beginners and intermediate: $121

Easy yoga for seniors Introduction to simple poses, breathing exercises, and relaxation techniques.

With Delia Courmanopoulos (physiotherapist) Stewart hall September 25 to November 27 (10 sessions) Wednesday 2 to 3:30 p.m.

Beginners and intermediate: $153

Chair yoga and meditation for seniors Improves relaxation and muscle strength while respecting each person’s physical limitations. The chair makes it easier to move from one pose to another.

With Kathleen McAdams (Kripalu yoga) STEWART HALL

Noël-Legault Centre

Mainly in English Stewart hall

September 26 to November 28 (10 sessions) Thursday 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.

September 24 to December 3 (11 sessions) Tuesday 7 to 8:30 p.m.

With Louise Morgan (Sivananda yoga) Stewart Hall September 25 to DECEMBER 4 (10 sessions) No class: October 2 Wednesday 6:45 to 8:15 p.m.

Beginners and intermediate: $108

Gentle hatha yoga Breathing techniques and exercises that reduce stress and increase well-being.

With Karmel Johal Mainly in English Stewart hall September 27 to December 13 (9 sessions) No class: November 8, 22 and 29 Friday 9 to 10:30 a.m.

All levels: $100

With Karmel Johal Mainly in English Stewart hall September 25 to December 4 (11 sessions) Wednesday 9 to 10:30 a.m.

Beginner: $121

With Karmel Johal, certified prenatal yoga teacher

Yoga stretching Combination of stretches inspired by yoga and classical ballet, designed to improve flexibility, control, and posture.

With Alison Dewar Noël-Legault Centre September 25 to November 29 (20 sessions) Wednesday and Friday 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.

All levels: $124

All stages of pregnancy: $192 See also regular aqua fitness classes, page 33.

Tai Chi Chuan – Yang Style Suitable for people of all ages, Yang-style tai chi is characterized by wide, simple, and athletic movements.

With Gene Malec Noël-Legault Centre September 23 to December 2 (10 sessions) No class: October 14 Monday 10 to 11 a.m.

Stewart Hall September 25 to November 27 (10 sessions) Wednesday 7:30 to 8:30 p.m.

All levels: $84

Taoist tai chi Form of meditation in movement that is designed to reduce stress and improve flexibility, concentration, and balance.

Offered by the Fung Loy Kok Institute of Taoism Noël-Legault Centre September 25 to November 27 (10 sessions) Wednesday 10 to 11:30 a.m.

All levels: $83

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Fitness over Fifty — Aquatic Centre Choose the membership that suits your fitness needs from among four options. All memberships include access to the weight room Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to noon

September 16 to December 13 (no classes: October 14, December 4, 5 and 6) Option 1 – Fit’n’Aqua

Resident: $84

Non-resident: $120

Low-impact classes with a variety of intensities. All fitness levels.

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

9 a.m.

–

Deep H2O Aquafit*

–

Deep H2O Aquafit*

–

10 a.m.

–

Pilates - Barre

–

Strength and Balance

–

11 a.m.

Aquafit

Pilates

Aquafit

Line Dancing Level 1-2

Aquafit

*For safety reasons, this class is available only to people able to swim in deep water. This is a 45-minute class.

Option 2 – Fit’n’Strong

Resident: $84

Non-resident: $120

High-intensity classes for participants in good shape and with no injuries.

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

9 a.m.

–

Cardio Intervals

Muscle and Stretch

Essentrics

–

10 a.m.

Tabata

Pilates - Barre

–

–

ABC's

10:30 a.m.

–

–

Yoga

–

–

–

Line Dancing Level 1-2

Aquafit

11 a.m.

Essentrics

Pilates

Option 3 – Fit’n’Fun

Resident: $84

Non-resident: $120

Moderate-intensity classes to maintain physical fitness.

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

9 a.m.

–

Cardio and Muscle

–

–

–

10 a.m.

Essentrics – Stretch and Tone

Strength and Relax (chair)

ABC's

Strength and Relax (chair)

Stretch and Balance

11 a.m.

Strictly stretching

–

Yoga - Stretch

Line Dancing Level 1-2

Aquafit

Option 4 – Fit’n’Sit

Resident: $42

Non-resident : $60

Low-intensity strength, balance, and flexibility exercises with minimal stress on joints.

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

9 a.m.

–

–

Chair Fitness

–

–

10 a.m.

–

–

–

Strength and Balance

–

11 a.m.

–

Chair Stretch

–

–

–

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Group fitness classes — Aquatic Centre September 16 to December 13 (No classes: October 14, December 4, 5 and 6) Resident

Non-resident

Membership

$108

$156

Single admission

$7

$10

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

6:30 to 7:30 a.m.

–

Body Shop

–

Body Shop

–

9 to 9:45 a.m.

–

Deep H2O Aquafit*

–

Deep H2O Aquafit*

–

9 to 10 a.m.

Aquafit

–

Aquafit

–

Aquafit

12:10 to 1 p.m.

Mix and Match

Pilates

Abs/Buns of Steel

Cardio/Muscle

Essentrics Stretch and Tone

5:30 to 6:30 p.m.

Back to Basics Outdoor Edition

–

–

–

-

6:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Cardio/Muscle Circuit

–

Cardio and Muscle

Core, Floor and More

Essentrics Stretch and Tone

7:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Pilates

–

–

Yoga Fusion

–

7:45 to 8:45 p.m.

Aquafit

–

Aquafit

–

–

*For safety reasons, this class is available only to people able to swim in deep water. This is a 45-minute class.

Weight room – Aquatic Centre September 9, 2019 to June 19, 2020* Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

6 a.m. to 2 p.m.

6 a.m. to 2 p.m.

6 a.m. to 2 p.m..

6 a.m. to 2 p.m.

6 a.m. to 2 p.m.

9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

4 to 9 p.m.

5 to 9 p.m.

4 to 9 p.m.

5 to 9 p.m.

5 to 9 p.m.

–

–

Day Afternoon and evening

Access to the weight room is restricted to people age 14 and up.

*Sunday, October 13: 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. / Monday, October 14: 6 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Closed December 24, 25, 26, 31, 2019, and January 1 and 2,

2020

Membership • Recreational swimming is included (see schedule on p.21) • An 11-month membership takes into account closure for annual maintenance for approximately three weeks at the end of the summer, and during certain events. Includes one hour with a trainer.

• Membership Plus provides year-long access to the weight room and group fitness classes.

For class schedules, see the section above.

Membership and admission Resident

Non-resident

Age

11 months

Monthly card

Single admission

Membership Plus

11 months

Monthly card

Single admission

Membership Plus

14 to 20

$310

$26

$5

$410

$434

$36

$7

$574

21 to 49

$310

$40

$7

$410

$434

$56

$10

$574

50 to 59

$310

$40

$7

$345

$434

$56

$10

$485

60 and up

$25

–

$1

$280

$210

$40

$7

$390

For more individual guidance, we provide personal training services: 1 session: $52

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CULTURAL ACTIVITIES Unless otherwise indicated, cost includes materials.

Registration: see page 4.

ACTIVITIES FOR CHILDREN, FAMILIES, AND THE GENERAL PUBLIC ART, MUSIC, AND LANGUAGES

Library activities • Participants must choose between English or French, Central Library or Valois Branch.

• Children up to age 5: A parent must stay with the child during the activity.

• Children ages 6 to 9: A parent must stay in the library during the activity.

Events for the whole family: see pages 8 to 11.

Preschool Program – Learning Through Play Children make unforgettable discoveries by participating in workshops on art, music, drama, dance and creative play. They develop creativity, self-esteem, imagination and motor skills.

STEWART HALL From September to June MONDAY TO FRIDAY (except Holidays) Activities: 9 to 11:30 a.m.

Creative lunch (optional): 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Children ages 3 to 5 Registration is under way: 514-630-1220, ext. 1774 Space is limited.

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Music Program Suzuki Method – Violin and Flute Workshops Founded by Japanese musician and teacher Dr. Shinichi Suzuki, the Suzuki method is based on the mother tongue approach: music is learned the way language is learned. The Suzuki method aims to create a stimulating environment that will awaken a child’s desire to play an instrument.

A parent’s participation is vital to the development of the child’s natural talent. A parent is asked to attend class and supervise home practice.

With Catherine Merklinger, Sallynee Amawat, Alexandre Desjeunes and Sylvia Niedzwiecka STEWART HALL From September to MaY (31 sessions) Between 3 and 8:30 p.m.

Duration: 30 to 60 minutes (depending on the student´s level) Violin: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday

and Saturday Flute: Tuesday and Thursday

Age 4 and up Ongoing registration: 514 630-1220, ext. 1749 No musical background is necessary.

Individual classes (some group classes are included).

Musical Awakenings – Babies and Toddlers Awaken your child’s curiosity and creativity as he or she develops listening skills, self-confidence and artistic expression through playful and fun games.

With Militza Nùñez Stewart Hall September 22 to December 8 (10 sessions) No class: November 10 and 24 20 months to age 3 – SUNDAY 9 to 9:45 a.m.

6 to 18 months – SUNDAY 10 to 10:45 a.m.

Ages 6 months to age 3, with a parent All levels: $84

Musical Awakenings – A Little Songmaking Workshop Kids explore the world of music in a space that allows them to express their creativity, discover musical instruments, sing, and even write a song.

With Victor Ménard Stewart hall September 28 to November 30 (8 sessions) No class: November 9 and 23 Ages 3 and 4 – SATURDAY 9:30 to 10:30 a.m.

Ages 5 and 6 – SATURDAY 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.

Ages 3 to 6, with a parent for the first session.

All levels: $130

Guitar or Ukulele – Individual Lessons In a casual and fun environment, children learn the basics of the instrument: how to hold it, how to place their fingers, how to read notes, and how to understand rhythm.

With Lynn Ranger Noel-Legault Centre September 25 to November 27 (10 sessions) WEDNESDAY 3 to 8 p.m.

(30 minutes/session)

Ages 5 to 17

Elementary Art

Spanish for Kids

Children discover the basic elements of art while exploring different materials and techniques: drawing, painting, printmaking, clay and many more.

Introduction to Spanish through vocabulary building, conversation, and comprehension skills. Playful written compositions stimulate creativity.

With Valérie Gobeil Stewart hall September 21 to December 7 (10 sessions) No class: November 9 and 23 SATURDAY 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Ages 6 to 10

My Art Studio

Young children discover the joys of experimenting and creating with different art materials and techniques.

Children explore a variety of creative techniques in drawing, painting, sculpture, clay, textiles and collage.

Social skills, awareness, dexterity and fine motor skills are developed.

With Valérie Gobeil Stewart hall

With Valérie Gobeil Noel-Legault Centre

September 21 to December 7 (10 sessions) No class: November 9 and 23 SATURDAY 8:45 to 9:30 a.m.

September 26 to November 28 (10 sessions) THURSDAY 4:30 to 6 p.m.

Ages 2 and 3, with a parent

Different materials are used to create artistic projects. A fun way for the little ones to develop creative expression and imagination.

With Valérie Gobeil Stewart hall September 21 to December 7 (10 sessions) No class: November 9 and 23 SATURDAY 10 to 11 a.m.

Ages 4 to 5 All levels: $86

Ages 6 to 10 All levels: $76

English for Kids This workshop uses playful teaching methods that allow children to develop and improve their spoken and written English.

Stewart hall September 23 to December 2 (10 sessions) No class: OCTOBER 14 MONDAY 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.

Ages 7 to 10 All levels: $76

Ages 6 to 10 All levels: $111

All levels: $74

Little Artists’ Studio

September 23 to December 2 (10 sessions) No class: OCTOBER 14 MONDAY 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.

All levels: $86

All levels: $300

My Beginnings in Art

With Laura Molina Stewart hall

Art After School – Dual Workshop Students explore a variety of techniques and materials (drawing, painting, collage, clay, mixed media, 3D) to create their own cool art projects.

With Venecija Levi-Breder Stewart hall September 24 to December 3 (11 sessions) TUESDAY 4:45 to 6:45 p.m.

Age 7 and up All levels: $166

Welcome to the Theatre!

Young performers develop their creative abilities through acting, singing, and dancing. Children play theatre games and learn theatrical techniques while building selfconfidence and public speaking skills.

With Corina Vincelli Noel-Legault Centre September 24 to December 3 (11 sessions) Ages 5 to 6 – TUESDAY 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.

Ages 7 to 8 – TUESDAY 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.

Ages 9 to 12 – TUESDAY 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Ages 5 to 12 All levels: $76

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READING WORKSHOPS

4 O’Clock Craft Club

Craft – Snail

Reading Buddies

Children will learn something new by listening to a story and doing a craft.

Kids make a snail by recycling CDs and buttons.

With Janet Callary Library – Valois Branch

With Janet Callary Library – Valois Branch

September 27 to December 6 FRIDAY 4 to 5 p.m. (English)

Saturday, November 9 2 to 3 p.m.

Children are paired with a teen volunteer to encourage them to develop their love of reading.

Central Library

Ages 6 to 9 Free admission for library members.

Registration required.

Craft – Autumn Wall Decoration Children use acrylic paint and fall leaves to create a beautiful decoration.

With Janet Callary and Lisa Rupnik Central Library Saturday, September 28 2 to 3 p.m.

Ages 7 to 12 Free admission for library members.

Registration required.

Craft – Bird Brooch Children sew an adorable felt brooch in the shape of a bird.

With Janet Callary and Lisa Rupnik Library – Valois Branch Saturday, October 5 2 to 3 p.m.

Ages 9 to 12 Free admission for library members.

Registration required.

Ages 6 to 9 Free admission for library members.

Registration required.

December Craft Children make a snow fairy or an angel.

With Janet Callary and Joumana Hankache Central Library

Ages 7 to 10 Space is limited. Free admission for library members. Application form available at www.pointe-claire.ca (see Library section).

Registration from September 3 to 26.

Information: 514-630-1218, ext. 1623

Saturday, December 7 Ages 7 to 12 – 2 to 3:30 p.m.

Children use recycled posters to create an origami box.

With Janet Callary and Sasha Hoang Library – Valois Branch Saturday, December 14 Ages 8 to 12 – 2 to 3 p.m.

Ages 7 to 12 Free admission for library members.

Registration required.

Free Play Activities for the Holidays Many activities are planned for children during the holiday season: personalized buttons, stamps, board games and puzzles, and much more.

Information at the Children’s Info desk.

Central Library Friday, December 20, 2019 to Sunday, January 5, 2020 (except civic holidays) During library opening hours (see page 5).

Ages 3 to 12 Free admission.

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Thursday, October 17, 2019 to Friday, April 3, 2020 Meet Your Buddy: THURSDAY, OCTOBER 17, 7 to 8 p.m One hour per week, depending on participants’ availability.

Book Clubs Monthly meetings to share the love of books.

With Fannie Gervais Central Library

Grade 3 (ages 8 and 9)

Tuesdays, September 10, October 8, November 5, December 3 4 to 5 p.m. (French)

Grade 4 (ages 9 and 10)

Tuesdays, September 17, October 15, November 12, December 10 4 to 5 p.m. (French)

Grades 5 and 6 (ages 10 to 12)

Tuesdays, September 24, October 22, November 19, December 17

4 to 5 p.m. (French) With Debbie Poirier Library – Valois Branch

Grades 3 to 6 (ages 9 to 12)

Wednesdays, September 18, October 16, November 13, December 11 3:15 to 4:15 p.m. (English)

Ages 8 to 12 Free admission for library members.

Registration required.

STORY HOUR Stories, songs, and the occasional craft. Participation is limited to one story-hour series per child.

Brothers and sisters of those registered may also attend.

Free admission for library members. Registration required. Presence of a parent required.

Mother Goose

Tales’n Tunes at Valois

Halloween

With Ms. Debbie Central Library

A craft is included.

Children are encouraged to wear a costume. There will be a parade after the stories!

Library – Valois Branch

September 24 to December 3 TUESDAY 9:30 to 10 a.m. (English)

From birth to 14 months

With Ms. Debbie Library – Valois Branch September 27 to December 6 FRIDAY 10:15 to 11 a.m. (English)

Ages 2 to 5

Puss’n Books With Ms. Debbie Central Library September 24 to December 3 TUESDAY 10:30 to 11 a.m. (English) September 26 to December 5 THURSDAY 10:30 to 11 a.m. (English)

15 to 35 months

Heure du conte A craft is included.

With Madeleine Dover Central Library September 25 to December 4 WEDNESDAY 9:15 to 10 a.m. (French)

Ages 2 to 5

Bébés-comptines With Madeleine Dover Central Library September 25 to December 4 WEDNESDAY 10:15 to 10:45 a.m. (French)

From birth to age 1

Tales’n Tunes A craft is included.

With Ms. Debbie Central Library September 26 to December 5 THURSDAY 9:30 to 10:15 a.m. (English)

Ages 2½ to 5

Valois Morning Storytime and Action Songs A craft is included for children age 2 and up.

With Ms. Debbie Library – Valois Branch Saturdays, September 28, October 26 (Halloween), November 23, and December 14 From birth to 23 months – 9:30 to 10 a.m. (English) Ages 2 to 4 – 10:15 to 11 a.m. (English)

From birth to age 4

Saturday, October 26

With Léna Béland 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. (French)

Central Library Sunday, October 27

With Pat Tramley 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. (English) 3 to 4 p.m. (English)

Ages 3 to 6

Dragons, Mermaids, and Unicorns A craft is included.

Central Library

Sunday, November 17

With Pat Tramley

Matinées à Valois A craft is included for children age 2 and up.

With Françoise Callamand-Mayer Library – Valois Branch Saturdays, October 12 AND November 9 From birth to 23 months – 9:30 to 10 a.m. (French) Ages 2 to 4 – 10:15 to 11 a.m. (French)

From birth to age 4

1:30 to 2:30 p.m. (English)

With Léna Béland 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. (French)

Ages 3 to 6

Christmas Story Hour and Songs Includes a visit from Santa.

Central Library Sunday, December 8

The Oceans – Science Awareness Week A craft is included.

Library – Valois Branch Saturday, September 21

With Pat Tramley 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. (English)

Central Library Sunday, September 22

With Pat Tramley 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. (English)

With Léna Béland 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. (French)

Library – Valois Branch Wednesday, December 11

With Janet Callary 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. (English)

Ages 3 to 6

With Pat Tramley 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. (English)

With Léna Béland 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. (French)

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Family Movie

ENTERTAINMENT

Enigmatic Engineering Endeavours

Mira Dogs

Children (and their parents) must use ingenuity to find solutions to a variety of engineering challenges.

With Mira Foundation Central Library

With Christine Laurent Central Library Saturday, September 21 1st challenge – Science

Awareness Week Sunday, October 20 2nd challenge

Library – Valois Branch Saturday, November 23 3rd challenge Ages 9 to 12 (with or without parents) 1:30 to 2:30 p.m.

Ages 7 to 9 (with parents) 3 to 4 p.m.

Come learn all about Mira service dogs.

Sunday, October 6 1:15 to 2:15 p.m. (French) 3 to 4 p.m. (English)

Ages 7 to 12, with families Free admission for library members.

Registration required.

Exploring the Brain’s Mysteries Children discover fascinating facts about how the brain works, and get to touch a real calf brain.

Ages 7 to 12

With Maude Laguë-Beauvais, neuropsychologist Central Library

Free admission for library members.

Registration required.

Saturday, October 12 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. (English) 3 to 4 p.m. (French)

LEGO® Club Meetings On their own or with friends, kids build something that is related to the given theme or just follow their imagination.

Central Library Video Game World Saturday, October 5 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. or 1:30 to 4:30 p.m.

Challenge: Vehicle or zipline: which one will go furthest? saturday, December 14 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. or 1:30 to 4:30 p.m.

Dream house sunday, November 3 1:30 to 4:30 p.m.

Ages 5 to 12 Free admission.

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Ages 7 to 12 Free admission for library members.

Registration required.

Family Game Night As part of International Games Week, come play board games as a family in a lively and friendly atmosphere.

With Gamerz Café Central Library Friday, November 8 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Open to all Free admission.

Programming Robots – Dash Children explore the world of robots with the help of Dash the robot.

Important: Participants must bring a tablet or cell phone. The following Wonder Workshop apps must be downloaded before the activity: • Go • Path • Wonder • Xylo • Blockly With Sasha Hoang Central Library Sunday, October 13 1:15 to 2:45 p.m. (English) 3 to 4:30 p.m. (French)

Ages 8 to 12 Free admission for library members.

Registration required.

Programming – Ozobot In this STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics) workshop, children combine coding and creativity in fun experiments.

Children learn Ozocodes to control a robot using colour markers.

With Sasha Hoang Central Library Saturday, November 16 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. (English) 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. (French)

Ages 8 to 12 Free admission for library members.

Registration required.

Family fun with a movie and popcorn! Movie titles will be announced two weeks in advance at the Library, on the biblio.pointeclaire.ca portal, and in the Cultural@Connection newsletter.

Central Library 6:30 to 8 p.m.

In French Friday, September 27 Friday, November 22 In English Friday, October 11 Friday, December 6 1:30 to 3 p.m.

In French Saturday, December 21 In English Sunday, December 22 Monday, December 23 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.

In French Monday, December 23

Open to all Free admission.

Subscribe to the newsletter at www.pointe-claire.ca.

ACTIVITIES FOR TEENAGERS TECHNOLOGY AND DIGITAL DESIGN Participants use online tools to learn a variety of technological and design skills.

Central Library 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

World Building

Stopmotion

Creation of a map and characters to inhabit the world.

Creation of a stopmotion short film during workshop.

STUDY SKILLS FOR LIFE NEW Learning and development of study and organizational skills, healthy routines and academic strategies needed to become independent and successful learners.

Conference for parents: Help Your Child Succeed in School.

See page 48.

With Brightside Learning Centre Central Library 7 to 8:15 p.m. (English)

Thursday, November 7

Ages 12 to 17 Free admission for library members.

Registration required.

Programming Music

Introduction to Artificial Intelligence

Technology and music creation intersect.

Creation of machine learning models.

Building Blocks of Success

Test Prep and Note-Taking

With Leo Collard, software developer

With Leo Collard, software developer

Thursday, October 10

Thursday, November 21

Identifying academic strengths, understanding executive functions, and setting personal goals for success.

Planning, prioritizing, and preparing for tests; breaking large assignments into manageable parts; developing study and active note-taking strategies.

With Madeleine Sibthorpe, graphic designer

With Madeleine Sibthorpe, graphic designer

Thursday, September 26

Wednesday, September 18

Wednesday, October 9

Ages 12 to 17 Free admission for library members.

Registration required for each session.

A recent PC or Mac is required. A limited number of laptops are available for reservation at the Children’s Info desk: 514-630-1218, ext. 1623.

Vlogging Studio Ever wonder how to make a high-quality YouTube video? Learn about sound, lighting, and camera settings to pull off an awesome product. This hands-on workshop uses an H4N sound recorder, wireless, condenser and shotgun mics, GoPro cameras, and a green screen!

A quick overview of video editing will also be given.

With Mark Sibthorpe Central Library

Getting Organized Managing and organizing personal belongings, identifying the ideal study space and keeping it neat and tidy.

Avoiding Roadblocks Overcoming procrastination, avoiding distractions, and managing electronic devices.

Wednesday, September 25

Wednesday, October 16

Studying and Time Management

Managing Stress and Parents

Understanding the study cycle, developing healthy homework habits, and staying accountable.

Developing tools and strategies to better manage stress related to various situations.

Wednesday, October 2

Wednesday, October 23

Thursday, December 5, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Ages 12 to 17 Free admission for library members.

Registration required.

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ACTIVITIES FOR ADULTS

VOLUNTEERING AT THE LIBRARY Free admission for library members.

Volunteer application forms for teens available at www.pointe-claire.ca.

Assisting with Children’s Activities

Assisting with the Book Sale

Teens earn volunteer hours by helping with a variety of children’s activities.

Library – Central and Valois

Teens earn volunteer hours by helping to prepare for the Friends of the Library book sale.

Central Library

Various dates and times

Thursday, October 24 Friday, October 25 Saturday, October 26

Ages 12 to 17

Various times

Book Reviews Teens write a short book review on the library portal and earn 15 minutes of volunteering!

Participants must be registered as volunteers and let the teen librarian know by email each time they write a review.

Library – Central and Valois Schedule according to participants’ availability

Ages 12 to 17

Selection committee Teens earn volunteer hours by helping to choose books.

Central Library Mondays, September 23, October 21, November 11 and December 2 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.

Ages 12 to 17

Decoration Committee Teens earn volunteer hours by creating themed decorations for the teen and children’s sections.

Central Library Fridays, October 4, November 1 and 29 4 to 5:30 p.m.

Ages 12 to 17

Ages 12 to 17

Reading Buddies Teens share their love of reading with a Little Buddy aged 7 to 10.

Applicants must be willing to commit for the year in order to join this program.

Central Library Thursday, October 17, 2019 to Friday, April 3, 2020 Schedule according to participants’ availability

Ages 12 to 17 Applications accepted: Tuesday, September 3 to Thursday, September 26.

Reading Buddies – Meet the Buddy Night Big Buddies receive their training kit and hear stories from other teens who have participated in the program. The Sorting Hat then matches them with their Little Buddies, and a reading schedule is set up with the parents.

Central Library Thursday, October 17 Training: 6 to 7 p.m.

Matching and games: 7 to 8 p.m.

Ages 12 to 17 Teens must be registered as a Big Buddy to attend (see Reading Buddies above).

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ART AND MUSIC Easels are provided; model fees and material costs are extra, unless otherwise indicated (see ludik.pointe-claire.ca for a list of materials).

Circle Song Create music as a group with your voices. Inspired by African, Latin, groove, traditional folklore and jazz influences, Circle Song singers “rotate” simple rhythmical beats without words or scores, a concept used by singer Bobby McFerrin.

Includes basic vocal techniques and melodic exercises.

With Militza Nùñez Stewart Hall September 24 to November 26 (10 sessions) TUESDAY 6 to 7 p.m.

All levels: $103

Artists’ study group – Studio with a live model Develop your artistic skills using your choice of mediums and working from a live model. No instructor.

Coordinator: Fred Parkinson Noël-Legault Centre September 9 to December 2 AND January 6 to March 30 (25 sessions) No class: October 14 MONDAY 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Intermediate and advanced : $377 (model fees are included) Registration: 514-630-1220, ext. 1774

Art Walks A discovery of Montreal’s vibrant art scene through visits to contemporary and classical art galleries. Participants must get to the locations themselves.

With Mimi Ramalho, art historian and educator September 28, October 5 and 19, November 16, December 7 (5 sessions) SATURDAY 1 to 5 p.m.

All levels: $175

Drawing Studio A specific teaching method is used to introduce basic drawing elements such as lines, tonal values, texture, perspective, and drawing human figures.

With Venecija Levi-Breder Stewart Hall September 25 to December 11 (11 sessions) No class: October 2 WEDNESDAY 1 to 5 p.m. – $357 WEDNESDAY 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. – $278 Beginner

Oil Painting Studio Participants learn the process of painting through specific exercises focused on colours and how they can be used to create perspective, volume, and texture in painting. Group discussions are part of each session.

With Venecija Levi-Breder Stewart Hall September 24 to December 3 (11 sessions) TUESDAY 12:30 to 4:30 p.m. – $357 TUESDAY 6:45 to 9:45 p.m. – $278 Beginner

Artissimo – Drawing and Painting Workshop Participants learn the basic elements of drawing (composition, perspective, proportion), followed by the basics of painting (relationships between colours, volumes, contrasts, textures, tonal values, spatial organization to construct an image). Participants will learn how to produce an artwork, and develop artistic knowledge and technical skills.

With Venecija Levi-Breder Stewart Hall September 26 to December 7 (11 sessions) THURSDAY 1 to 5 p.m. – $357 THURSDAY 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. – $278 Beginner

Mixed Media on paper Learn to work with different artistic techniques on paper (collage, sewing, painting and printing). Figurative and abstract techniques will be explored.

With Valérie Gobeil Noël-Legault Centre September 26 to November 28 (10 sessions) THURSDAY 6:45 to 8:45 p.m.

Pastel – Landscape and Still Life New We will cover the basics of applying pastels, planning paintings from life and from photos, considering composition and colour, and finishing.

With Susan Strater Stewart Hall September 24 to November 26 (10 sessions) TUESDAY 12 to 3 p.m.

Beginner: $220

Watercolours Explore new ways to work with watercolours using collage, pen and ink, wax resist, and watercolour pencils to create luminous and original works on paper.

With Valerie McKee Mainly in English.

Stewart Hall September 23 to December 2 (10 sessions) No class: October 14 MONDAY 1 to 4 p.m.

All levels: $220

Beginner: $158

Contemporary Figure Test creative approaches, with or without live models, and explore drawing, painting and collage techniques. Sessions focus on learning by intuition and freedom of expression.

With Valérie Gobeil Noël-Legault Centre September 26 to November 28 (10 sessions) THURSDAY 1 to 4 p.m.

All levels: $220

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CRAFTS

Macramé Workshop

Pottery – Handbuilding

In this workshop, learn basic techniques to create your own unique pieces.

Noël-Legault Centre

Create your own pieces using clay and simple hand-forming methods. Suggested projects help you learn techniques and create different shapes.

November 6 to 27 (5 sessions)

TUESDAY 6:45 to 8:45 p.m.

Beginner: $79

Soapstone Carving Learn the basics (tools, techniques, and finishing processes) and create your own sculpture.

With Rafic Dagher stewart hall September 23 to December 2 (10 sessions) No class: October 14 MONDAY 7 to 9:30 p.m.

All levels: $174

Pottery – Throwing Learn the basic techniques of throwing on a potter’s wheel, then work on your pieces, decorate, and glaze them.

With Joan Scott Mainly in English. stewart hall September 23 to December 2 (10 sessions) No class: October 14 MONDAY 7 to 9:30 p.m.

All levels: $249 Clay included.

With Joan Scott Mainly in English. stewart hall September 24 to November 26 (10 sessions) TUESDAY 7 to 9:30 p.m.

All levels: $249 Clay included.

Stained Glass Explore different stained glass techniques and create your personal project.

With Anne Whelan Noël-Legault Centre September 24 to November 26 (10 sessions) TUESDAY 1 to 4 p.m. or TUESDAY 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.

All levels: $273 List of materials given on the first day of the workshop (approx. $125).

Knitting – Mastering the Basics Bring a pair of 4.5-mm knitting needles; one ball of practice yarn will be provided.

With Geneviève Lussier and Janet Callary Central Library MONDAYS, SEPTEMBER 9, 16, 23, 30 (4 sessions) 7 to 8:30 p.m.

Beginner Free admission for library members.

Non-members: $10 Registration required.

Knitting Socks Learn how to knit a pair of socks, from the top down, choosing either double-pointed needles or the magic loop method.

With Geneviève Lussier and Janet Callary Central Library Mondays, October 7, 21, 28 and November 4 (4 sessions) NO CLASS: October 14 7 to 8:30 p.m.

Beginner and intermediate Free admission for library members.

Non-members: $5. Registration required.

List of materials emailed the week before class starts.

Knitting Club Bring your work and get motivated to complete your knitting project.

With Geneviève Lussier and Janet Callary Library – Valois Branch Wednesdays, September 11, 18, October 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, November 6 (8 sessions) NO CLASS: September 25 7 to 8:30 p.m.

Beginner to expert

Free admission for library members.

Non-members: $15 Registration required.

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LANGUAGEs and CULTURE

Spanish for Beginners Introduction to Spanish through thematic vocabulary exercises, and grammar and syntax lessons.

With Laura Molina stewart hall September 25 to DECEMBER 4 (10 sessions) No class: october 2 WEDNESDAY 4:30 to 6:30 p.m.

Beginner: $141* *Textbook and workbook required.

Intermediate Spanish – Verb Conjugation Practice your verb tenses, especially the past tense, through discussions and life stories.

With Laura Molina stewart hall September 25 to DECEMBER 4 (10 sessions) No class: october 2 WEDNESDAY 7 to 9 p.m.

Intermediate: $141* *Textbook and workbook required.

Spanish Conversation Presentations, discussions and debates on current subjects.

With Laura Molina stewart hall September 26 to November 28 (10 sessions) THURSDAY 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Advanced: $141 Fluent Spanish (assessed by phone prior to registration)

Italian Grammar

Mastering Italian

New

New

This workshop will cover all the major areas of Italian grammar and vocabulary.

Discussions on various subjects to achieve a level of spontaneity sufficient to interact with native speakers.

With Maria Eugenia Giochi stewart hall

With Jacqueline Samperi Mangan stewart hall

September 27 to December 6 (9 sessions) no class: November 8 and 22 FRIDAY 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.

September 23 to December 2 (10 sessions) No class: october 14 MONDAY 3 to 5 p.m.

Beginner: $127

Italian for Travellers Workshop focusing on understanding, oral expression, vocabulary, elements of grammar, and cultural aspects.

Very advanced: $141* *Textbook and workbook required.

Intermediate German

With Jacqueline Samperi Mangan stewart hall

Knowledge of grammar and vocabulary is enhanced and expanded. You will hone and amplify your conversation and listening skills.

September 23 to December 2 (10 sessions) No class: October 14 Beginner – MONDAY 9:30 to 11:30 a.m.

Intermediate – MONDAY 12 to 2 p.m.

September 24 to November 26 (10 sessions) TUESDAY 7 to 9 p.m.

Beginner and intermediate: $141* *Textbook and workbook required.

Conversational Italian An Italian language and culture workshop focused on everyday situations.

With Maria Eugenia Giochi stewart hall September 24 to November 26 (10 sessions) TUESDAY 2 to 4 p.m.

Advanced: $141

With Liane Harmat stewart hall

Intermediate: $141

Intermediate English Through group discussions, exercises, and activities, develop and expand your knowledge of English grammar and vocabulary while improving conversation and listening skills. stewart hall September 23 to December 2 (10 sessions) No class: october 14 MONDAY 6 to 8 p.m.

Intermediate: $141

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READING AND WRITING WORKSHOPS

BOOK CLUBS

WRITING WORKSHOPS

Free admission for library members. Non-members: $10.

Registration required at the library. Online Book Club : Free for everyone

Beginner and intermediate Free admission for library members.

Non-members: $10.

Registration required.

Book Discussion Club

Stewart Hall Book Club

With Olivia Raco Central Library

With Lise Payette Stewart hall

Journal – Découverte de soi

Wednesdays, September 11, October 9, November 13, December 11, January 8, February 12, March 11, April 8, May 13 (9 sessions) 1 to 3 p.m. (English)

Mondays, September 9, October 21, November 11, December 9, January 13, February 10, March 9, April 20, May 11 (9 sessions) 1 to 3 p.m. (English)

With Hélène Brunet Central Library

Evening Book Club

Valois Book Club

With Grace Lee Central Library

With Lynn Collins Library – Valois Branch

Thursdays, September 12, October 10, November 14, December 12, January 9, February 13, March 12, April 9, May 14 (9 sessions) 7 to 9 p.m. (English)

Mondays, September 9, October 7, November 11, December 9, January 13, February 10, March 9, April 6, May 11 (9 sessions) 7 to 9 p.m. (English)

Club de lecture

Online Book Club

With Amélie Boivin Handfield Central Library

Discover other readers’ favourites, recommended reads, and treasured book lists.

Wednesdays, September 18, October 16, November 27, December 18, January 15, February 19, March 18, April 15, May 20 (9 sessions) 1 to 3 p.m. (French)

With Michelle Payette-Daoust pcplblog.wordpress.com (English) pcplblogue.wordpress.com (French)

Focus on journaling techniques.

Wednesdays, September 25 October 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 (6 sessions) 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. (French)

Creative Writing Beginners and published authors will feel comfortable in this group of writers that has been thriving for over 15 years.

With Tim Fain Central Library Thursdays, September 12, 19, October 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, November 7 (8 sessions) NO CLASS: September 26 3 to 5 p.m. (English) Mondays, September 16, 23, 30, October 7, 21, 28, November 4, 11 (8 sessions) NO CLASS: October 14 7 to 9 p.m. (English)

Library – Valois Branch Wednesdays, September 11, 18, 25, October 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 (8 sessions) 3 to 5 p.m. (English)

BLOG pcplblogue.wordpress.com Follow the library blog for the schedule of upcoming films (Film Club) and lectures, and to find suggestions for books, movies, music, etc .

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Circle of Life Writers Workshop on writing a memoir, personal essay, or family history. Participants will discuss their respective projects.

With Karen Zey Central Library Tuesdays, September 10, 17, 24, October 1, 8, 22, 29, November 5, 12, 19, 26 (11 sessions) NO CLASS: October 15 7 to 9 p.m. (English)

COMPUTERS

FILM CLUB

Free admission for library members. Non-members: $10.

Registration required.

Cyber Security

Pinterest – Basics

Privacy protection Learn what you can do to protect your personal information and reduce the risk of identity theft.

Learn how you can use Pinterest to create a virtual bulletin board to share recipes, craft ideas, images, and much more.

Spam and malware An introduction to spam, scams, and other malware. Learn how to eliminate spam from your inbox.

With Marie-Andrée Dubreuil-Moisan

Authentification Best practices for password management and multi-factor authentication (MFA).

With Paul Desormeaux

Central Library Tuesday, October 22

2:15 to 4 p.m. (English)

WordPress – An Overview An introduction to website or blog design.

Includes: Posting, page layout, menus, and settings.

Central Library tuesdays, October 8, 15 and 22 (3 sessions)

7 to 9 p.m. (English)

Followed by three hands-on meetings: join our Circle of learning to complete your website.

With Marie-Andrée Dubreuil-Moisan

Dropbox and Google Cloud Learn how to use the cloud to store your documents.

With Guillaume Bélisle Central Library Saturday, October 5

Central Library IntroductioN Tuesday, November 5 2:15 to 3:45 p.m. (English) Circle of learning: Tuesdays, November 12, 19 and 26 2:15 to 3:45 p.m. (English)

Enjoy our selection of great foreign films, National Film Board (NFB) documentaries, and inspirational crowd pleasers. Ask at the Central Library circulation desk for more details.

Central Library

Afternoon Films 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.

In English TuesdayS, September 3 and 17, October 1, 8 AND 15, November 5 AND 26, December 10 In French ThursdayS, September 5 AND 12, October 10, November 14 and 21, December 12 Wednesday, October 23

Evening Films 6:30 to 9 p.m.

In English Friday, September 13

Open to all Free admission.

1:30 to 3 p.m. (English) 3:30 to 4:45 p.m. (French)

Book a Librarian Do you need one-on-one help with email, Internet, your e-reader or your tablet, or with Word, Windows, or the Library catalogue or databases?

514-630-1218, ext. 1630 Free.

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PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT AND WELL-BEING

PROFESSIONAL DAY – TOOLS FOR JOB HUNTERS Open to all. Free admission.

LinkedIn – Special Edition

Update Your Skills

Have your picture taken by a photographer, learn how to create your profile, upload your picture and manage this professional social network.

This workshop will allow you to hone your skills at navigating our Digital Learning Collection: Lynda.com, Toutapprendre.com, Skilleos and Rosetta Stone.

With Marie-Andrée Dubreuil-Moisan Central Library Tuesday, September 24 10:15 to 11:45 a.m. (English)

With Marie-Andrée Dubreuil-Moisan Central Library Tuesday, September 24 Between 2 and 3:30 p.m.

Registration required at the library.

Registration required.

LinkedIn – Professional Photo Want a professional photo for your Linkedin profile? Have your picture taken by our photographer and receive it by email.

With Aline Beyrouthy Central Library Tuesday, September 24 2 to 3:30 p.m.

Registration required at the library.

Financial Literacy

Workshop on managing your money: budget planning, investing, living in retirement, insurance, and estate planning.

With Deborah Leahy Central Library Tuesdays, October 29, November 5, 12, 19, 26 (5 sessions)

6 to 8 p.m. (English)

Open to all Free admission. Registration required.

Career Cruising Introduction to a comprehensive career database for those considering a career change.

Includes: Self-assessment tools, information about different careers, résumé templates, and access to multiple job websites.

With Margaret Kästner Central Library Tuesday, September 24 3:30 to 4:15 p.m. (English)

Bonnes habitudes d’épargne Learn how to save more, pay down debt, spend less, and invest in the future.

With CPA Canada Central Library Monday, November 11 7 to 8:30 p.m. (French)

Open to all Free admission. Registration required.

Registration required.

Take Charge of Your Life – How to Get What You Need Workshop on understanding the choices you make, becoming aware of your internal motivations, and creating positive relationship habits.

With Ellen B. Gélinas, educator and humourist, of William Glasser International Library – Valois Branch WednesdayS, November 6, 13, 20, 27 (4 sessions) 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. (English) Free admission for library members.

Non-members: $10.

Registration required.

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DISCOVERY WORKSHOPS

How to Use the Internet to Find Your Ancestors With Gary Schroder, president of the Quebec Family History Society and international lecturer Central Library Wednesdays, October 30 and November 6 (2 sessions) 6 to 9 p.m. (English) Beginner and intermediate Free admission for library members.

Non-members: $10 Registration required.

Bridge Bridge – Beginner Learn the basics.

With Ellen Simpson Central Library September 16 to October 28 (10 sessions) NO CLASS: September 27, October 14 and 25 Monday and Friday 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. (English) November 8 to December 9 (10 sessions) Monday and Friday 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. (English)

Bridge – Intermediate Learn proper bidding strategies.

With Francis Thérien Central Library

TASTINGS

Wine tastings are included in the price of the workshop.

Wine Tasting: An Evening of Discovery

An Evening of Wine and Cheese

Sample an international selection of wines—without looking at the labels.

Everything you need to know about food and wine pairing, rediscovering the classics, and debunking some common myths.

With Giancarlo Rivera stewart hall Thursday September 26 7 to 10 p.m.

All levels: $52

Discover the Wines of Argentina, Chile and Uruguay Discover South American takes on classic French varieties such as Malbec, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Tannat.

With Giancarlo Rivera stewart hall Thursday October 3 7 to 10 p.m.

All levels: $54

Wines Under the Mediterranean Sun

With Giancarlo Rivera stewart hall Thursday November 21 7 to 10 p.m.

All levels: $58

Wine – Best Quality/Price/ Pleasure Ratio Discover some excellent and affordable wines available locally.

Ideal for gift-giving or simply enjoying this holiday season.

With Giancarlo Rivera stewart hall Thursday November 28 7 to 10 p.m.

All levels: $50

Discover fascinating wines from southern Italy made with native grape varieties.

With Giancarlo Rivera stewart hall Thursday November 14 7 to 10 p.m.

All levels: $56

September 27 to November 29 (8 sessions) NO CLASS: October 18 and 25 Friday 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.

Beginner and intermediate Free admission for library members.

Non-members: $10 Registration required.

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TALKS, LECTURES, AND AUTHOR EVENTS Free admission (unless otherwise indicated)

Central Library

The Ghost Garden: Inside the Lives of Schizophrenia’s Feared and Forgotten

Help Your Child Succeed in School

Brain imaging has not yet been able to reveal a single, biological marker for schizophrenia. Susan Hannaford Doherty (A Secret Music) has written a non-fiction account of “the walking wounded,” both the afflicted and their devastated families.

Her experience as a volunteer at the Douglas Institute has enabled her to write a compassionate account of this subject.

Workshop focused on providing tools and strategies to help children succeed in school: organizational skills, time management, and homework help. Children play an active role in their own success!

Wednesday, September 11 7 to 8:30 p.m. (English)

With Brightside Learning Wednesday, September 18 7:30 to 9 p.m. (English, with a bilingual question period)

Décodez le langage du corps pour cesser de trop manger!

Tuesday, September 17 7 to 8:30 p.m. (English)

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A search for adventure eventually unravels into a story of unrealistic expectations and a disintegrating marriage. In the summer of 1986, Rita Pomade and her then-husband set off on a small sailboat from Hong Kong, travelling to South East Asia, India, Egypt, Turkey, Greece, Italy, and finally arriving in Spain. What does she decide when her ex-husband and best friend asks her to sail with him again thirty years later?

Wednesday, October 2 7 to 8:30 p.m. (English)

Québec – Compostelle 101

The Birds That Stay – D&M Author Ann Lambert

Fun and energetic, Ann Lambert is a prominent figure on the Montreal theatre scene. Her first novel is a gripping murder mystery involving family dynamics, midlife, trauma and regret. Based on enthusiastic response, the book is contracted to become a series.

Join Anne Lagacé-Dowson as she interviews this emerging talent.

Seeker: A Sea Odyssey – A Memoir by Rita Pomade

Nutritionist and health coach Guylaine Guevremont proposes novel solutions for fostering a more positive body image and healthier attitudes towards food to curb overeating.

Wednesday, September 25 7 to 8:30 p.m. (French) Passes required Available beginning September 9 for library members and September 11 for non members.

Learn the basics of long-distance hiking with Pascal Auger, the founder of Québec Compostelle. The focus is on health, tourism, and how to have a successful walking trip.

Through comparisons with Santiago de Compostela, discover our “belle province” and its numerous walking trails.

Wednesday, October 9 7 to 8:30 p.m. (French)

Jason Bolanis – The Bucket List Guy

Jason Bolanis created a video series on his life growing up in suburbia.

That project led to an accidental documentary on the history of Pointe-Claire. From the laying down of the railroad tracks to the opening of Highway 40, his talk will touch on his research process and surprise findings.

Wednesday, October 16 7 to 8:30 p.m. (English)

Jennifer Robson – The Gown

Secrets of Longevity – Food Strategies and Beyond: How Can We Live Longer and Better?

What does science reveal about longevity? What are the strategies and secrets for increasing our life expectancy?

Nevine Elchibini will explain the protective powers of food synergies and other choices we can make to promote optimal health. She will present case studies from all over the world and show us how to put these practices in action in our daily lives.

Wednesday, November 6 7 to 8:30 p.m. (English)

Mœurs, jeux et sexualité en Rome antique

Rome is busting with historical sites that tell the fascinating stories of the citizens who lived there two thousand years ago. Discover a typical day in ancient Rome, in the year 115 B.C., through fascinating photographs of the city’s ruins by Montreal photographer Vincent Marchessault.

Wednesday, November 20 7 to 8:30 p.m. (French)

Safe Travel

Photo : Nathalie Brown, Tangerine Photography

Jennifer Robson (Somewhere in France) takes us inside the workrooms where one of the most famous wedding gowns in history was created. Set in the years after the Second World War, the novel depicts the lives of three young women who are woven together by the pain of survival, the bonds of friendship, and the redemptive power of love.

Lecture sponsored by the Friends of the Pointe-Claire Library. Become a Friend of the Library and have the opportunity to meet Ms. Robson before the lecture, from 6:15 to 6:45 p.m.

With a combined travel industry experience of over 50 years, Rachida Chtioui and Anne Condax will be speaking about group and solo travel, traveling with kids, choosing a safe destination, getting the most value for your travel dollar, booking online or using the services of a travel professional, and demystifying travel insurance.

Wednesday, November 13 7 to 8:30 p.m. (English)

Wednesday, October 23 7 to 8:30 p.m. (English) Passes required Available beginning October 9 for library members and October 11 for non-members.

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