Noties, it’s that time again: time to don the glam gowns and Harvey Specter-worthy suits and tuxes and head to the hottest bashes in town. Your social season secret weapon? The Fall/Winter calendar. Have fun superstars!
Note: Certain events may have been moved to more congenial listings. For more party fabulous: diaryofasocialgal.com.
OCTOBER
Oct. 6: Ogilvy 150 years, fashion show benefiting The Montreal Children’s Hospital Foundation. 7 p.m., Ogilvy, 1307 Ste-Catherine St. W. 200$. Fashion extravaganza features a cocktail reception and amazing show with your favourite celebs and personalities. Tickets: ogilvyenfete.org. Information: Anne Lassonde, alas@mchf.com.
Oct. 6: YM-YWHA Charity Bridge Tournament Fundraiser. Supporting Y Country Camp’s Special Needs Family Camp at the YM-YWHA Montreal Jewish Community Centres. Honouree, Sheila Schouela. Lara Goldenberg, 514-737-6551, Local 228, lgoldenberg@ymywha.com.
Oct. 9: Black & Blue – Main Event STARDUST. 10 p.m., Pierre-Charbonneau Amphitheatre Olympic Park, 3000 Viau St. Incredible DJ lineup and surprises await. Robert J. Vézina, 514-875-7026, rjv@bbcm.org.
Oct. 13: Annual Lise Watier Foundation Benefit Ball SCARLETT SUPPER CLUB. 6:30 p.m., Windsor Station, 1100 de la Gauchetière St. W. Co-presidents, Isabelle Hudon, CEO, Quebec, senior vice-president customer solutions, Sun Life Financial Canada. François Gratton, executive vice-president Telus Quebec. Dress code, black tie, gown. Pearls and feathers encouraged! Louise Robert, 514-507-6881, lrobert@fondationlisewatier.com.
Oct. 15: Lachine Hospital Foundation Palliative Care Fundraising Breakfast. 7 a.m.-1 p.m., Barbie’s Restaurant, 15 Bouchard Blvd. Adults $15, children under 11 $5. To reserve: 514 934-1934, Local 77333, or purchase at door.
Oct. 15: 50th Anniversary of Independence Gala. 6 p.m., Schofield Hall, 90 Roosevelt Ave. Gala hosted by Barbados House supports the association’s mandate and celebrates independence, under the patronage of Yvonne Walkes, SCM JP, high commissioner of Barbados for Canada. Featuring entertainment by Barbados’s the Mighty Gabby, live music by Thunderbolt and spins by DJ Leslie! Gus. A Hollingsworth, 514-365-9672.
Oct. 16: Cedars Cancer Foundation Run For Ovarian Cancer. Benefiting the DOVEE Project, specializing in early detection. 8-11:30 a.m., 60 Roosevelt Ave. 10K $50, 5K $45, 2K $40. Co-chair, Dominique Dagenais. 514-656-6662, Local 223, cedars.ca.
Oct. 19: Youth Employment Services (YES) 10th anniversary TUNE INTO YES Benefit Bash. Helping Quebec entrepreneurs, artists and unemployed succeed. 5:30-10 p.m St-James Theatre, 265 St-Jacques St. Fun-filled evening chaired by Tanya Gehring and Cherine Zananiri features live entertainment by Persuasion, Canada’s première Santana tribute, plus open bar (beer, wine and soda), food, silent auction, prizes and more. $125 (partial tax receipts issued). Limited number of table packages also available. Tickets: tuneintoyes.com, 514-878-9788, Local 307, fa@yesmontreal.ca.
McGill IBD Research Group’s Laugh Your Butt Off fundraiser on Nov. 17 will feature Elon Gold.
Oct. 19: Benefit auction and show for Fondation Les Petits Rois. 7 p.m., Ogilvy’s Tudor Hall, 5th floor, 1307 Ste-Catherine St. W. $200. Includes cocktail and show. Marie-Lise Lacroix, 514-771-2130.
Oct. 19: Second annual Gala Benefit, A Brilliant Night. Supporting the Montreal Neurological Institute (MNI) and Hospital. Salle des pas perdus, Windsor Station, 1160 des Canadiens Ave. Second year promises to shine brighter than ever! $200. 514-398-1851, abrilliantnight.ca.
Oct. 20. Mile End Community Mission’s Thanksgiving Benefit Dinner and 25th anniversary. 6 p.m. cocktail, 7 p.m. 4-course dinner, Le Crystal, 5285 Henri-Bourassa Blvd. W. $200. Includes live auction, raffle, music, dancing! 514 274-3401, lou.hachey@gmail.com, mileendmission.org.
Oct. 20: AMI-Québec, Action On Mental Illness’s Fundraising Gala “Family Matters” featuring comedian Howie Mandel and his Youtube star son, Alex. Exceptional eve to be moderated by CJAD personality Aaron Rand with a special appearance by Youtube vlogger Matthew Santoro. 7:30 p.m., Centre Mont-Royal, 2200 Mansfield St. Chairs Andy Nulman, Dan Wise. Tickets/information: 514-486-1448, amiquebec.org/familymatters, amiquebec.org.
Oct. 20: Camp Amy Molson’s (CAM) Wine & Cheese Fundraiser. Benefiting CAM, a camp for underprivileged children. 6-9 p.m., Mount Royal Tennis Club, 2106 Grey Ave. $80. Tickets, donations: 514-484-9919, office@campamymolson.com, campamymolson.com.
Oct. 21: Annual Trafalgar Ross Lecture. Supporting Trafalgar Ross Foundation and student bursaries. A Trafalgar Homecoming Reunion Weekend event. 10 a.m. Guest lecturer TBA. Sharon Cozens 514-935-2644 local 237, cozens@trafalgar.qc.ca.
Oct. 22: Trafalgar School For Girls Homecoming Reunion Weekend Events: Traf Family House Carnival and Traf “Then And Now” Self-Guided Tours. Alumnae reunion 1-3 p.m., cocktail/dinner 6 p.m., St. James Club. Includes presentation of Alumna Award to Nilima Gulrajani, ’95, research fellow, The Overseas Development Institute, U.K. All events benefit the Trafalgar Ross Foundation and bursaries. Sharon Cozens 514- 935-2644, Local 237, cozens@trafalgar.qc.ca.
Oct. 22: Montreal West Presbyterian Church Fundraising Jazz Concert featuring Chad Linsley. Funds directed to MWPC and Outreach programs. 7 p.m., 60 Ballantyne Ave. N. $20. Mildred Benoit, 514-484-7913.
Oct. 22: Union United Church Men’s Choir’s 17th Gospel Concert. Proceeds benefit the church’s general funds. 7 p.m., 3007 Delisle St. Featuring the choir with other guest artists. 514-932-8731, Local 0.
Oct. 22: 10th anniversary party celebrating A Decade Of Working With African Grandmothers. Supporting the Stephen Lewis Foundation Grandmothers to Grandmothers Campaign. $30. Includes refreshments, live entertainment, African crafts marketplace and silent auction. 7 p.m., 5035 de Maisonneuve Blvd. W. Bev: 514-636-8645, Dolores: dmeade16@gmail.com.
Oct. 22: Coloured Women’s Club (CWC) Dinner / Gala Honouring Otis Grant, Retired Boxer / Founder Of The Otis Grant & Friends Foundation. Benefiting the CWC Scholarship Fund. 7 p.m., Omni Hotel, 1050 Sherbrooke St. W. Entertainment, Skipper Dean. $150. S. Gyles, 450-672-7081, sagyles@sympatico.ca.
Oct. 23: AGI’s Amazingly FUN Race! Benefiting Alzheimer support services provided by AGI. Exciting team-building experience combines adventure, intriguing challenges and the thrill of the chase. The search is on for family and corporate teams looking to participate in the fabulousness. Teri, 514-485-7233, teri@agiteam.org.
Oct. 25-28: Annual Au Contraire Film Festival, challenging myths and changing perspectives on mental illness via the presentation of juried films from around the world that entertain and educate. All have post screening panel discussions. Opening night benefits Donald Berman UP House. $100. 514-787-1475, uphouse.org.
Oct. 26: Mount Sinai Hospital Auxiliary Fundraiser For Patients and Residents: “Someone to Run With,” reviewed by author/psychologist Susan Pinker. 9:30 a.m. 514-369-2222, Local 1337, fax 514-369-2225, auxiliary@sinaimontreal.ca, mountsinaiauxiliary.org.
Oct. 26: Château Ramezay Museum Gala. Supporting the museum with a mission to preserve both English and French history and officially launching the Heritage 375 fundraising campaign in the presence of Éric Lachaîne senior vice-president Caisse Network and Member and Client Services Executive Division, Desjardins Group and Jean Brunelle board chair, Château Ramezay. Cocktail reception 6:30 p.m., dinner 7:30 p.m., Le Windsor, 1170 Peel St. $200, tables of 10 $2,000. Formal attire optional. English guides on hand for those who specify. 514-861-3708, Local 241, reservation@chateauramezay.qc.ca, chateauramezay.qc.ca.
Oct. 26. Chevra Sisterhood Opening Luncheon with special guest speaker: Sydell Stern (Ann Novick), author of Behind Prison Walls. 12 p.m. lunch, 1 p.m. book review, 5237 Macdonald Ave. $20. Reservations 514-482-3366.
Oct. 26: Montreal Lakeshore University Women’s Club’s annual scholarship fundraiser: Replay – A Tribute to The Beatles. 7:30 p.m., John Rennie High School Auditorium, 501 St. Jean Blvd. $35. 514-683-5685, 514-637-9598, mluwc.com.
Oct. 26: Gala des Émilie benefiting Montreal Sacré-Coeur Hospital Foundation, 40 year celebration. 6 p.m., Hotel Sheraton Laval, 2440 Autoroute des Laurentides. Honorary co-chairs are Bio-K + VIPs and Christian and Francis Shefteshy pharmacists. Featuring a cocktail, 4-course dinner, dancing with live band, and Pénélope McQuade as emcee. Virginie Beauchamp, 514-338-2303, Local 3, virginie.beauchamp.cnmtl@ssss.gouv.qc.ca, fondationhscm.org.
Oct. 27: Benefit evening for Chabad Lifeline: The Quebec Theatrical Première of Krisha (Au Contraire Film Festival). 7 p.m., Maxwell Cummings Auditorium, MMFA, 1379A Sherbrooke St. W. Stephanie Creaghan, 514-738-7700, Local 229, Stephanie@chabadlifeline.com,
Oct. 27: West Island Palliative Care Residence annual Wine Auction & Dinner. 6:30 p.m., Forest & Stream Club, 1800 Lakeshore Rd. $250, plus $100 wine contribution. Jessica Newey, 514-693-1718, Local 227, jnewey@wipcr.ca, residencesoinspalliatifs.com/en/events/.
Oct. 28: Young Leaders Circle of Montreal Children’s Hospital Foundation’s Bal Incognito, An Enchanted Walk Into The Woods, presented by Engel & Völkers and McGill Real Estate. Benefiting pediatric medical care and H.B. Williams Craniofacial and Cleft Surgery Unit. 9 p.m., Studio St-Martin, 433 St-Martin Blvd. W. A fab masked ball for young professionals. Formal attire with mask. $110 ($125 at door). Anne, 514-934-4846, Local 29272, cdes@mchf.com, montrealincognito.com.
Oct. 28: Annual Theresa Foundation Benefit Concert. An eclectic evening of music supporting the grandmothers of Mnjale, Malawi, in their struggle to raise children orphaned by AIDS. 7:30 p.m., Westmount Park Church, 305 Lansdowne Ave. General $25, students $15. Ann Lambert, info@theresafoundation.com, theresafoundation.com.
Oct. 29: 50th anniversary Class Reunion of 1966: First graduating class of John F. Kennedy High School. Crowne Plaza Hotel. Many alums have already responded and will be attending the once-in-a-lifetime festivities. Victor 514-378-9300, vnoce@complexepitfield.com, Marisa 514-710-9974, marisa.zavaglia@sympatico.ca.
Oct. 29: Kids For Life Foundation Night of the “Giving” Dead annual Halloween fundraising party. Supporting the Montreal Children’s Hospital’s Social Services of the Child Life Department. 7:30 p.m., Paragon Banquet Hall, 1833 Curé-Labelle Blvd. 18+. Facebook: kidsforlifefoundation. George Theodoropoulos, 514-262-8811, jmardreams@hotmail.com.
Oct. 29: Chinese Family Service of Montreal 40th anniversary ball. 6 p.m., Le Westin, 270 St-Antoine St. W. $200. Judith Chafoya, 514-861-5244, Local 224, judith.chafoya@famillechinoise.qc.ca.
Oct. 30: Jewish Eldercare Auxiliary annual gala celebrating its 30th anniversary. Proceeds support special events for residents. 6:30 p.m., Shaare Zion Synagogue, 5575 Côte-St-Luc Rd. Featuring cocktails, dinner, entertainment by Tocadeo, valet parking. Faigie 514-738-4500, Local 8108.
Oct. 31: Kids For Life Foundation’s annual Halloween Trick or Treat Adventure. Benefiting the Montreal Children’s Hospital’s Social Services of the Child Life Department. 7:30 p.m., 4075 Farrand Rd. For children of all ages and their parents. Facebook: kidsforlifefoundation. George Theodoropoulos, 514-262-8811, jmardreams@hotmail.com.
NOVEMBER
Nov. 2: (CHW) Montreal Art Auction at Kandy Gallery, 5629 Ferrier St. Live auction (with cocktails and hors d’oeuvres) offers supporters an opportunity to choose from an eclectic blend of styles and price points while benefiting the Underground Operating Room at Israel’s Hadassah Hospital. $100, VIP $154. 514-933-8461, chw.ca/artauction 2016.
Nov. 2: Mount Sinai Hospital Auxiliary fundraiser for patients and residents: Casino Buffet Lunch & Show featuring Tom Jones/Engelbert Humperdinck Impersonators. 11 a.m. 514-369-2222, Local 1337, fax 514-369-2225, auxiliary@sinaimontreal.ca, mountsinaiauxiliary.org.
Nov. 2: Atwater Library and Computer Centre annual Benefit Cocktail Party. Supporting the library’s community educational and cultural programs. 6 p.m., Atwater Library, 1200 Atwater Ave. Honouree, the Hon. W. David Angus. Fun filled eve features emcee Mutsumi Takahashi, Dave Turner Jazz Trio, smoked meat, and silent auction. $150 ($125 tax receipt). Online purchase atwaterlibrary.ca or Tanya Mayhew 514-935-7344.
Nov. 2: Remembrance Day dinner paying tribute to Canadian veterans. Benefiting Ste. Anne’s Hospital Foundation in support of Canadian heroes. Sumptuous event in the grand tradition of a military mess dinner at the Beaconsfield Golf Club promises to dazzle. Reservations / information maitred@bgcinc.ca.
Nov. 3: Federation CJA Women’s Philanthropy And West Island Campaign present Shake it Up, a women’s event. The place to learn salsa dancing and martini mixing. 7:30 p.m., Studio Funky Feet, 3049 Deacon St. Tickets 514-624-5005, Local 225.
Nov. 3: Hôpital Maisonneuve-Rosemont Foundation’s La soirée À Votre Santé! Benefiting the future Hôpital Maisonneuve-Rosemont Integrated Cancer Centre. 6 p.m., Agora Hydro-Québec, 175 President-Kennedy Ave. Bubbly reception, featuring perfect pairings of Moët & Chandon Champagnes with bite-sized delicacies, kicks off Montréal Passion Vin weekend in style while honouring the cocktail’s fifth anniversary and celebrating spokesperson Dominique Michel’s 5th year of remission. Mélanie Fleury, 514-252-3435, mfleury@fondationhmr.ca.
Nov. 3: Share The Warmth annual fundraising evening Share the Spirit cocktail reception and silent auction. 6 p.m., 625 Fortune St (entrance Wellington St). $100. Seating upon request. Katina Vanasse 514-933-5599, local 222, katina@partageonslespoir.ca.
Nov. 3: Festin de Babette. 6 p.m., Montreal Casino. Benefiting research on Alzheimer’s at the JGH. Organized by Pierre Brosseau and Johanne Demers. Claude Krynski 514-340-8222, Local 5835, ckrynski@jgh.mcgill.ca.
Nov. 4: Annual St. Mary’s Ball. Theme: La Scala Opera House in Milan, by Bridget Fetterly. 6:30 p.m. champagne cocktails, Windsor Station, 1100 des Canadiens Ave. Co-presidents, Air Canada CEO Calin Rovinescu and wife, Elaine. Luxe eve features Paul Chacra and 1945, silent auction, dancing, catering by Ristorante Beatrice, and more. Black-tie and gowns. Cynda Heward 514-345-3511, cynda.heward@ssss.gouv.qc.ca.
Nov. 4, 5. Catholic Women’s League Christmas Craft Fair Plus. Our Lady of Perpetual Parish, 295 McLeod St. Friday, Nov. 4: 7-9 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 5: 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Featuring artisans showcasing their jewellery, chocolates, cards, soaps, ceramics, clothing, decorations, festive food, drink, and more in addition to a tea room, sweet table, bake sale, food baskets, main raffle with prizes and more. Dale Osmond, 450-691-8892.
Nov. 4, 5: Montréal Passion Vin (MPV). Benefiting the future Hôpital Maisonneuve-Rosemont (HMR) Integrated Cancer Centre. Hotel Bonaventure Montréal, 900 de la Gauchetière St. W. North America’s largest wine-tasting event attracts thousands. 2016 theme, Wine for Thought, features eight representatives of world’s winemaking elite. Grand Banquet closer of event includes live auction of great bottles provided by guest winemakers. Chairs, Mathieu Duguay, president, Cogir Immobilier, Martin Gauthier, president and senior Partner, Sid Lee. Mélanie Fleury, 514 252-3435, mfleury@fondationhmr.ca.
Ogilvy En Fête is a festive shopping night that benefits the Montreal Children’s Hospital Foundation. This year’s event takes place Nov. 16.
Nov. 5: “A New Generation For A New Ukraine” banquet for Ukrainian Catholic University, Lviv. 6 p.m., Centre Mont-Royal, 2200 Mansfield St. Keynote speaker, award-winning journalist Victor Malarek. $125 (includes $25 donation). Yury Monczak, 514-366-4528, mikroba1@yahoo.ca.
Nov. 5: Annual Montreal Museum Of Fine Arts (MMFA) Museum ball GIVE PEACE A DANCE, in the Jean-Noël Desmarais Pavilion, 1380 Sherbrooke St. W. Organized by the MMFA Volunteer Association. Ball co-presidents Michael D. Penner, Brian J. Porter, Marie‐Hélène Sicard. Steering committee co-presidents, Johanne Champoux, Claire Webster. 6.30 p.m. cocktails, photos, 8 p.m. dinner, dancing, music. Black tie/evening gown. $1,000. 514-842-7436, baldumusee@mbmtl.org.
Nov. 5: Syrian refugee fundraising luncheon featuring Middle Eastern food. Sponsored by the Emmaus Anglican Church Refugee Support Committee. 12-2 p.m., Westmount Park United Church, 4695 de Maisonneuve Blvd. W. $50 (tax receipt for $30). Jane K. Allan, 514-484-3960, jkallan@sympatico.ca.
Nov. 5: A Night to Remember for the Alzheimer Society of Montreal. 7 p.m.-2 a.m., WAVE Event Centre, 5524 St-Patrick St., Suite 110. $125. Mark Broady 514-991-3937, mbroady@royallepage.ca, nighttoremember.ca.
Nov. 5: St. George’s School of Montreal’s Inaugural Tribute Dinner. 6 p.m., High School Campus, 3100 The Boulevard. Honouring school community members who are role models of service to others. Donna.Boyd@stgeorges.qc.ca, stgeorges.qc.ca.
Nov. 5: Budapest Montreal Gala, grand finale of the Budapest Montreal Hungarian Cultural Week. 7 p.m., Omni Mont-Royal Hotel, 1050 Sherbrooke St. W. Elegant dinner-dance celebrates tastes, sounds, and culture of Hungary. Karen 514-481-8949, zimanyi@sympatico.ca. Tickets: ststephensball.com.
Nov. 5: MCH Foundation annual Splash & Dash. 9 a.m.-2 p.m., 475 Pine Ave. W. Fun-filled day of swim-bike-run races supports Sarah’s Floor. 514-934-4846, alas@mchf.com.
NOV. 5, 6: Fête Polonaise. Nov. 5: 9 a.m.-6 p.m., Nov. 6: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. St-Antonin Church, 5361 Snowdon St, métro Snowdon. Funds support Committee for Relief to Children and Seniors With Disabilities. Featuring traditional Polish dishes and desserts, display and sale of amber and handmade jewellery, folk art, books, cosmetics and more. 514-489-6010, 514-983-7353.
Nov. 6: Socrates Educational Foundation’s (SEF) Annual Achievement Award. 1 p.m. luncheon, Hellenic Community Centre, 5757 Wilderton Ave. Honouree, Panagiotis Tzimas, electrical engineer by profession, author and longtime volunteer in the community. $50 with meal. Denise Chrissulis 514-558-1599, socratesef@gmail.com.
Nov. 7: 60 million girls annual fundraising conference celebrating 10th anniversary. Supporting girls’ education in the developing world. 6-8:30 p.m., Le Nordelec, 1751 Richardson St. Featuring cocktails and canapés. $100. 514-234-1174, 60milliongirls.org.
Nov. 7, 8, 9: Cummings Centre annual Craft Show. Benefiting the centre. Nov. 7: Vernissage 12-5 p.m., Nov. 8: 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., Nov. 9: 9:30 a.m.-2 p.m. 5700 Westbury Ave. Featuring unique gifts for the whole family made by artisans of the craft centre and woodshop. All welcome. 514-342-1234, cummingscentre.org.
Nov. 8: JGH gala in honour of the 10th anniversary of the Segal Cancer Centre. Elegant gala begins 5:45 p.m., Arsenal, 2020 William St. Honorary patrons, Emmelle and Alvin Segal. Gala chairs Charles Sirois and Jonathan Wener. Annette Goldman, 514-340-8222, Local 4602, agoldman@jgh.mcgill.ca.
Nov. 10: Colorectal Cancer Association of Canada’s Flavours Of The Mediterranean gala. 6:30 p.m., Le Salon 1861. Montreal’s top chefs and restaurants unite to present Mediterranean magic! Honouree, Richard Béliveau. Special guest, Shawn Karls of Masterchef Canada Top 6. Silent auction. $375. Cathie Jackson, 514-875-7745, Local 224, Cathiej@colorectal-cancer.ca, http://colorectal-cancer.ca/gala.
Nov. 10: Conventums En fête. Benefiting bursaries for 10 private schools. 8 p.m., Club École Privée, 1 Milton St. Includes cocktail, and dancing. $300 VIP, $150 general, $100 under 30. Robert J. Vézina, 514-875-7026, rjv@bbcm.org.
Nov. 10: Cedars 50th anniversary ball honouring 50 years of outstanding cancer care. Cocktails 6:30 p.m., dinner 7:30 p.m., Arsenal, 2020 William St. Black-tie, long gown. Valet. Featuring Paul Chacra and 1945, silent auction, dancing, fine fare and more. $1,000. Sponsorship and table opportunities available. 514-656-6662, Local 222, anna.burgos@muhc.mcgill.ca, cedars.ca.
Nov. 10: Montreal SPCA’s annual Beasts Of Fashion fundraising gala. Theatre Paradoxe. A magical evening of glitz, glamour and bling where human love and animal stars shine brightly into the night! beastsoffashion.com.
Nov. 10: Jean-Eudes College Foundation fundraising gala. Jean-Eudes College, 3535 Rosemont Blvd. Information/organizer: Cava Rose 514- 282-0747.
Nov. 11: Casino Night and Auction benefiting Light A Dream, assisting young adults with intellectual disabilities and autism. 7 p.m., Beaconsfield Golf Club, 49 Golf Ave. Casino committee, Jodie Lennon, 514-244-3727, Diana Zuleeg, 514-695-3310.
Nov. 11: Lord William Pub Event With Silent Auction Benefiting Share The Warmth Launching Weekend Activities And Calendar. 4-7 p.m., Lord William Club, 265 des Seigneurs Rue. Katina Vanasse 514-933-5599, Local 222, katina@partageonslespoir.ca.
Nov. 11: Kidney Foundation Of Canada (Quebec Branch) benefit concert featuring soprano Marie-Josée Lord and Orchestre Métropolitain directed by Dina Gilbert. 8 p.m., Maison Symphonique. Tickets: kidney.ca/concert, Patrick Marais 514 938-4515, Local 233, patrick.marais@rein.ca.
Nov. 12: Federation CJA West Island Division presents Déjà Vu Solid Gold — Sounds of the ’70s, ’80s and ’90s. 7:30 p.m., Audi Dealership, 4550 St-Jean Blvd. An unforgettable night of dinner and dancing. Tickets 514-624-5005, Local 225.
Nov. 12: Lakeshore General Hospital Foundation Ball, benefiting the hospital. Cocktails 6 p.m., dinner, entertainment 7 :30 p.m., Montreal Airport Marriott In-Terminal Hotel, 800 Place Leigh-Caprel. Exclusive entertainment, silent auction, valet parking and more are on the black-tie event’s agenda. $600, tables of 10, $6,000. Sponsorships available. Anne-Marie, 514-630-2081, fax 514-630-2873, info@fondationlakeshore.ca, fondationlakeshore.ca.
Nov. 12: Share The Warmth Dance. 8 p.m.-1 a.m., 624 Fortune St., Wellington St. entrance. $20. Cash bar. Katina Vanasse 514-933-5599, Local 222, katina@partageonslespoir.ca.
Nov. 12: Share The Warmth Partageons La Puck, adult hockey game with coaches Marc Bergevin and Guy Lafleur. 12-2 :30 p.m., St. Charles Arena, 1055 Hibernia St. $500 to play. Katina Vanasse 514-933-5599, local 222, katina@partageonslespoir.ca.
Nov. 12: Our Harbour / Le Havre’s annual spaghetti supper. Supporting the non-profit, providing long term housing for people with mental challenges. 6 p.m., Scotyz Bar, 3979 Taschereau Blvd. Numerous prizes. Tickets $15 (limited availability). Reservations: Colette Barbery, 450-465-7472.
Nov. 12: Viennese Ball of the Austrian Society of Montreal Celebrating 250 Years Of The Viennese Prater. Benefiting SOS Children’s Villages, McGill’s Schulich School of Music, L.O.V.E., AVH German School and others. 7 p.m., Marriott Chateau Champlain, 1 Place du Canada. Under patronage of Austrian Ambassador Arno Riedel. Ball president Astri Prugger. $250, $150 for 30 and under. Includes live orchestras, debs, casino, auction, Viennese wine tavern until 3 a.m. Tickets 514-369-2339, ahold@tonalco.ca, SMS: 514-909-3119, vienneseballmontreal@gmail.com, balviennoisdemontreal.org.
Nov. 13: Shield Of Athena Family Services’s annual Art Auction. Benefiting Shield services and new Second Step Resource for women and children victims of family violence. Bonsecours Market, 350 St. Paul St. E. Spokesperson, former NHLer, current TSN 90 host Chris Nilan. Exhibit and silent auction 3-4:30 p.m., live auction 5 p.m. $75. Includes exhibit, silent and live auctions, eligibility for fab door prize, cocktail. Polly 514-274-8117, shieldofathena.com.
Nov. 16: Ogilvy En Fête. 7-10 p.m., Ogilvy, 1307 Ste-Catherine St. W. Beloved festive shopping night with ’tails and hors d’oeuvres from some of the city’s greatest eateries, entertainment on every floor and many of your fave stars attending, benefits the Montreal Children’s Hospital Foundation, offers 15 per cent discounts in participating boutiques and an exclusive gift. $125. 514-282-1552, 514-282-0747.
Nov. 16: Hommage à la découverte gala, IRCM Foundation. Hyatt Regency Montreal, 1255 Jeanne-Mance St. Information/organizer: Cava Rose 514- 282-0747.
Nov. 16: Gala Des Grands Chefs gourmet dinner. Dedicated to the Montreal business community; organized by the Canadian Cancer Society (CSC). 5:30-10 p.m., Palais des Congrès. Featuring 7 gastronomic courses for 550 guests prepared by top chefs in region, with exclusive wine-service by prominent sommelier. Hon. presidents, Benoit Durand, chief information officer, CAE, Anne Marchiori, Telus sales director. $490, Tables $4,400. Sponsorship available. Catherine Opdebeeck, 514-255-5151, Local 22611, catherineopdebeeck@quebec.cancer.ca.
Nov. 17: DIA-BEAT-IT Gala, 6 p.m., St-James Theatre, 265 St-Jacques St. W. Honorary president, Martin Thibodeau, president RBC Quebec. Cocktail attire. Sponsorship opportunities available. Lyne Charbonneau, 514-744-5537, Local 240, lcharbonneau@jdrf.ca, diabeatit.ca.
Nov. 17: McGill IBD Research Group’s Annual Laugh Your Butt Off fundraiser featuring Elon Gold. Supporting patients and families affected by IBD. Locale 514, 5765 Paré St. Cocktail 6:30 p.m., show 8:30 p.m. Tickets/donations: mcgillibd.ca or Facebook: McGill IBD Research Group.
Nov. 17: Oliver Jones in Concert benefiting the Lachine Hospital Foundation. 8 p.m., L’Entrepôt, 2901 St-Joseph Blvd. $95. 514-934-1934, Local 77333. Tickets also available at door.
Nov. 17: Chaya Mushka Seminary — Ben Weider Educational Centre’s annual Feast Of The Nations Gala featuring America’s Got Talent finalist mentalist Oz Pearlman. Windsor Ballroom, 1170 Peel St. Honouree, Amani Sawaya, head of Private Banking CIBC, Eastern Canada. 438-800-1062.
Nov. 18: 10th anniversary of Rock for Dimes Montreal. Benefiting March of Dimes Canada’s programs and services for children and adults with disabilities. 7 p.m., Theatre Corona Virgin Mobile, 2490 Notre-Dame St. W. Fun-filled corporate battle of bands features amateur musicians competing for the title of their city’s best corporate band before a roster of Canadian music industry professionals. 1-800-263-DIME (3463), Local 7340, mstewart@marchofdimes.ca.
Nov. 19: 35th Annual gala hosted by the Ribera Association of Montreal. Benefiting Colon Cancer Research at the JGH and The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society of Canada. Organized by the Failla Family and Friends. 6 p.m., Renaissance Centre de congrès et de receptions, 7550 Henri-Bourassa Blvd. E. Mary Etzitian 514-340-8222, Local 3986, metzitian@jgh.mcgill.ca.
Nov. 19: ADATH annual Raffle Event. Benefiting Adath community programs. 7 p.m., 223 Harrow Crescent. Raffle tickets, $136, includes dinner for two. Tickets 514-482-4252, adath.ca.
Nov. 20: Jewish Public Library’s Authors Out Loud with Judy Batalion: Côte St- Luc, Harvard And Back Again. 7 p.m., 5151 Côte-Ste-Catherine Rd. Fabulous evening benefiting the children’s library features the former Montrealer and author of memoir White Walls. 514-345-2627, Local 3016, andrea.ciurria@jplmontreal.org, jewishpubliclibrary.org.
Nov. 20: Just for Kids Foundation’s Annual G!EE High School Showdown. 1-4 p.m., Oscar Peterson Concert Hall, 7141 Sherbrooke St. W. Montreal high school students partake in singing and dancing competition to raise funds for medical equipment for the MCH. Chair, Ali Greenberg. 514-989-7673, glee@jfkfoundation.ca, jfkfoundation.ca. #JFKgleeturns6.
Nov. 20: ICRF Women Of Action Luncheon honouring Mothers and Daughters: Jacynthe Côté and Laurie Dion, Jodi Taiger Lazarus and Lindsay Robins Dubrovsky, and Annie Young and Sharleen Young. Chairs Kathy Lempert, Elyse Rosen. Supporting brain cancer research at the MNI. 11:30 a.m., Shaar Hashomayim, 450 Kensington Ave. 514-481-2723, icrfmontreal.org.
Nov. 21: Closing Of The 2016 Combined Jewish Appeal Campaign (CJA) and launch Of FEDERATION CJA’s CENTENNIAL YEAR featuring Jay Leno. VIP cocktail, 6 p.m., doors open 7 p.m., show 7:30 p.m., Palais des congrès. General admission $50, preferred seating $100. Elise.Abecassis@federationcja.org
Tuques Bleues, a night-time adventure on snowshoes for the benefit of Mont Royal, is set to mark its 20th anniversary on Feb. 16.
Nov. 24: Montreal Museum Of Fine Arts (MMFA) Angel Circle’s Pencils & Grands Crus Soirée. Michal and Renata Hornstein Pavilion for Peace, 2075 Bishop St. Special soirée for Angel Circle members (a new philanthropic group comprising high‐ranking businesspeople who enjoy attending exclusive events and discovering behind‐the‐scenes aspects of the museum) will allow them to experiment with sketching live models as some of the first visitors to the galleries of the new pavilion. Angel Circle membership: $1,000 a year.
Information: 514‐285‐2000, Local 4, mbam.qc.ca/vip.
Nov. 26: Montreal Chinese Hospital Foundation’s annual gala: Monkey King Legend – Journey To The West. Le Mont Blanc, 1950 Notre-Dame-de-Fatima St., Laval. $200. Linda Yee 514-871-0961, Local 248, linda.yee.hcm@ssss.gouv.qc.ca.
Nov. 27: Annual ORT Gala. Benefiting ORT Montreal. 8 p.m., Salle Wilfrid Pelletier, Place des Arts, 175 Ste-Catherine St. W. Entertainment by mentalist Oz Pearlman. Chairs, Barry Pascal, Francine Wiseman. Honourees, Marnie and Richard Stern. Emmanuel Kalles 514-481-2787, emmanuelk@ortmontreal.org, ortmontreal.org.
Nov. 29: Montreal General Hospital fundraising Card Party Luncheon. 11:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m., 1650 Cedar Ave., Livingston Hall, 6th floor. $55. Table reservations, 514-934-1934, Local 43009, mgh.auxiliary@muhc.mcgill.ca.
Nov. 30: Soirée Montréal Inc: A Tribute To Desjardins Group. Benefiting the city’s young entrepreneurs. 6 p.m., Bonsecours Market, 350 St. Paul St. E. $750. Anne Marie Gagnon 514-872-8373, info@montrealinc.ca, montrealinc.ca.
DECEMBER
Dec. 1: Memri-Canada recognizes Ariela Cotler featuring addresses by McGill Professor Gil Troy and ambassador Alberto Fernandez, vice-president of the Middle East Media Research Institute (Memri). 7 p.m., Shaar Hashomayim, 425 Kensington Ave. 613-800-0932, Memri@Memri.Ca.
Dec. 2: Montreal Bach Festival 10th anniversary benefit gala concert featuring cellist Yo-Yo Ma with honouree Julie Payette. Cocktail reception 5:30 p.m., Foyer Allegro, Maison symphonique de Montréal, 1600 St-Urbain St. Concert 7:30 p.m. $300. Groups of 10 $ 2500 (includes prestigious concert seats). Émilie Costenoble, 514-843-3414, Emilie.costenoble@festivalbachmontreal.com, festivalbachmontreal.com.
Dec. 2: MMFA’s Young Philanthropists’ Circle (YPC) unplugged event: Mapplethorpe. 6:30 p.m. exhibition, 7:30 p.m. reception, performance, networking in the Michal and Renata Hornstein Pavilion for Peace, 1380 Sherbrooke St. W. Unplugged events organized by the YPC are entertaining, artistic, conducive to networking, feature gourmet food and drink and artistic performances and the last opportunity for members and the general public to visit each exhibition. $60. 514‐285‐2000, Local 4. Véronique Thibault, fondation@mbmtl.org.
Dec. 2: St. Andrew’s Ball. Supporting endowment of a chair for Canadian Studies, McGill University. Cocktails 6:30 p.m., dinner 8 p.m. Marriott Château Champlain, 1050 de la Gauchetière St. W. $230. Attire: formal or Highland. Chair Jason MacCallum. President Brian Mackenzie. 514-842-2030, standrews.qc.ca.
Dec. 2: Burns Supper: An evening to celebrate Robert Burns. 6 p.m., University Club, 2047 Mansfield St. Includes dinner and Highland pageantry. Margo 514-842-2030, standrews.qc.ca.
Dec. 4: Hellenic Ladies Benevolent Society (HLBS) Christmas Luncheon. 12 p.m., 40 Westt, 2305 Trans-Canada Highway. $75. Vivian Pamel, Mary Pagonis. 514-713-5507.
Dec. 6, 7: Donald Berman Maimonides Battle of the Bands. Doors open 7 p.m., Metropolis, 59 Ste-Catherine St. E Presenting sponsor, National Bank-Private Banking 1859. Special guests are four performers straight from The Legends in Las Vegas! Karen Flam, 514-483-2121, Local 2307.
Dec. 8: Montreal Council of Women’s Woman Of The Year luncheon honouring a woman who has made outstanding contributions Re: Suicide Prevention. 11:30 a.m.-3 p.m., Omni Hotel Mont-Royal, 1050 Sherbrooke St. W. Isabelle Godefroy, Isa.godefroy@gmail.com.
Dec. 12: Cedars Raffle & Abracadabra Auction. Supporting the purchase of a PET-CT scanner for the new MUHC Glen site. 6 p.m., draw 8:30 p.m., 1170 Le Windsor, 1170 Peel St. Fabulous fundraising eve offers chance to win over $85,000 in cash and prizes including his/hers Rolex watches! $150. 514-656-6662, Local 221, Estelle.dussault@cedars.ca, cedars.ca.
JANUARY
Jan. 28: Black Theatre Workshop’s Vision Celebration Gala. 5:30 p.m., Congress Centre, 420 Sherbrooke St. W. Martin Luther King Jr. Achievement Award honouree, Winston Sutton. Also presented, two youth awards for outstanding achievement and the presentation of Community Services Award to Pat Dillon Moore. Plus: cocktails, dinner, entertainment, dancing. $125 (tax receipts available). Adele Benoit 514-932-1104, Local 221, Kym Dominique-Ferguson 514-932-1104, Local 223.
Jan. 30: Red & White Benefit Evening for West Island Community Shares. 5:30 p.m., 40 Westt, 2305 Trans-Canada Highway. 300+ corporate and community leaders attend the prestigious event boasting cocktails, a 5-course gourmet meal with wine pairings, and live and silent auctions. Jo-Ann Lavalliere 514-695-8694, Local 106, joann@partageaction.ca, communityshares.ca.
FEBRUARY
Feb. 6: Just for Kids (JFK) Foundation’s Dancing With The Stars event. Featuring individual and group dancers, raising funds to purchase medical equipment for the MCH. Venue TBA. Chairs, Allyson Kassie Goldberg, Arabella Decker. For tickets: 514-989-7673, reception@jfkfoundation.ca, jfkfoundation.ca.
Feb 9: Quebec Youth Foundation’s St. Valentine’s Ball. Benefiting the foundation. 6 p.m., Windsor Station, 1100 des Canadiens Ave. Information/organizer: Cava Rose 514-282-0747.
Feb 10: La portée d’un geste ball for Société Alzheimer Laval. Le Mont Blanc, 1950 Notre-Dame-de-Fatima St. Information/organizer: Cava Rose 514- 282-0747.
Feb. 10: West Island Palliative Care Residence Valentine’s Ball. 6:30 p.m., Château Vaudreuil Pavillion. 21700 Trans-Canada Highway. $600, tables of 10 $6,000. Jessica Newey 514-693-1718, Local 227, jnewey@wipcr.ca, residencesoinspalliatifs.com/en/events/.
Feb. 16: Tuques Bleues celebration benefit event 20th anniversary edition. Annual Les amis de la montagne’s night-time adventure on snowshoes for the benefit of Mount Royal promises to wow! 5:45-10 p.m. 250$ (includes snowshoes, gastronomic buffet, drinks, blue tuque). Sponsorships available. 514 843-8240, Local 243, kwhitehead@lemontroyal.qc.ca, tuquesbleues.com.
Feb 17: Ballroom Orchestra for Société Alzheimer Rive-Sud. Le Multifonctionnelle de Boucherville, 1075 Lionel-Daunais St. Information/organizer: Cava Rose 514- 282-0747.
Feb 17: WhiskeyFête. 6:30 p.m., Mount Royal Club, 1175 Sherbrooke St. W. An enjoyable cocktail dinatoire evening of rare whiskeys, fine food and Highland pageantry. Chair, Peter McAuslan. $325. Margo, 514-842-2030, standrews.qc.ca.
Feb 18: Special 10th anniversary Women of Hope Gala. 6 p.m., Le Crystal, 5285 Henri-Bourassa Blvd. W. Benefiting the Canadian Cancer Society. Spectacular evening includes dancing, full course meal, open bar, raffle, door prizes and more! $130 tickets/donations: womenofhope.ca, 514-696-9873. $25 tax receipt issued per ticket and charitable tax receipt for all donations.
Feb. 23: Montreal Museum of Fine Arts (MMFA) Angel Circle’s Chagall & Champagne Soirée. Jean‐Noël Desmarais Pavilion, 1380 Sherbrooke St. W. An evening offering a harmonious blend of music and art, in the presence of a surprise guest. Angel Circle membership: $1,000/year. Information: 514‐285‐2000, Local 4, mbam.qc.ca/vip.
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