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Friday, May 1, 2015

May Newsletter

SSCPN Helping to Navigate May COMMUNITY INFORMATION
The SSCPN objective is to encourage awareness and offer support to various groups’, activities, programs and services focusing on the South Shore English-speaking community.
Contact: sscpn@bell.net or call 450-466-1325
Invited to visit and share our site
 
Wednesday May 13th All seniors 55 plus are invited to join us for an Open House to celebrate
Quebec Seniors Week




Come meet new friends
Enjoy an afternoon of games
Indoor Lawn bowling
Cards and Cribbage
Test your skills with Sandbags
Information on various levels of Government and community services available to seniors
Refreshments & Door prizes
It a Free open house and all South Shore seniors are invited
Elevator Access- parking/buses 1-15 nearby
A special feature will be a demonstration   of Tai-Chi for older adults to help improve one’s balance ……1
195 Empire (Arena) Greenfield Park 2nd floor from 1:30 -3:30 pm
This event is held in partnership with the Golden Jubilee Club   and the SSCPN
 
1st class is free
QiGong {chee kung}  has been practised in China for thousands of years. It is now practised all over the world.  You too can learn and practise QiGong Mondays at 1 pm in the Cynthia Coull Arena, Greenfield Park Come along and try out a complimentary class;  A 5-week session costs $35. Sessions are ongoing Call –Email   Info:  450-466-7200taichirivesud@gmail.com
QiGong has no sequence to memorize. QiGong is several repetitions of each movement. Usually we stand to perform the movements, but they can also be done from a seated position.
 
 Saturday May 2nd from 9am to 3 pm. BOOK SALE
St. Stephen’s with St. James Anglican Church  2000 Bourgogne St., Chambly, Que
Randall Hall:  Come out and bring a friend or two and enjoy browsing through all of our books, CD’s, DVD’s, and magazines, then stay for some lunch and friendly conversation. 
If you have any books, magazines, (English and French)cd’s, dvd’s, puzzles, games
(Nintendo, xbox, computer, etc)  that you wish to donate  Please bring your own bags.  For info please contact Dorothy @ 450-447-3909 or  Betty @ 450-658-4939.
 
Asian Heritage Month – Brossard Chinese School  Cordially invites you   to our   Fund raising lunch for Pavillon Marguerite at 1 pm  in the Cafeteria Followed by awards ceremony Annual performance At 2 pm on Saturday on 2nd may 2015  Auditorium École Secondaire Antoine Brossard, 3055 Rome, Brossard  call 514 716 9632 or brossardchineseschool@hotmail.com to reserve ahead$12 per person or tickets at the door is 25$ per person (include lunch and show)
  
SATURDAY – MAY  2 – SPRING FLEA MARKET – GREENFIELD PARK UNITED CHURCH --  335 Springfield St. Greenfield Park, Qc. (between Churchill & Regent Sts.)  invites all to their annual Spring Flea Market from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM on May 2nd.  Along with a great variety of items you will find delicious home-baked treats at our Bake Table and an excellent selection of books, puzzles, CD’s, etc. in our Book Room.  Enjoy a tasty lunch of homemade soups, sandwiches, hot dogs, sweets and beverages in our lunchroom.  For general information call Sandra at 450-659-5905, or, for table rental --  Alice at 450-923-0962.  There is no admission fee.
 
United Church St Lambert 48th Annual Antiques and Craft Sale  Friday May 8 from 10am to 7 pm Saturday, May 9 th 10 am to 3 pm hosted by The St. Lambert United Church 415A Mercille Ave., St Lambert. Come and enjoy an afternoon of antique and craft shopping, enjoy lunch and a cup of Tea with Old friends and new. You can shop for something homemade and delicious at The Bake Shop, Plus all types of Treasures and collectables and original artworks ..then there is the garden shop with all types of plants for sale  to get you started for the long weekend Tickets to enter are $2 (good for both days)  -- Credit cards accepted for the venders
 
The Saint Lambert Lawn Bowling Club will be holding an Open House to introduce people to the social sport of Lawn Bowling.  Come along in early May and try out this ancient sport with modern twists. 
 Friday, May 8th from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Saturday, May 9th from 9 a.m. to noon; and 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.
For more information telephone:  450-655-1542 The Club is situated beside the St. Lambert sporting complex  Saint Lambert Lawn Bowling Club, 662 Avenue Oak Saint-Lambert QC J4P 2R6
 
Park Players of Greenfield Park is proud to present:
The Man With The Plastic Sandwich Dates: May 7th, 8th, 9th, 2015
The shows start at 8:00 PM ; doors open at 7:15 PM
Tickets are $10.00 for Adults, $8.00 for Seniors (60+) and Youth (-21)
Tickets can be purchased at the door or reserved in advanced.
For more information, please visit our website at www.parkplayers.scriptmania.com, send us an email at parkplayers@hotmail.com,
or call us at 450-678-5315.
Like us on Facebook! www.facebook.com/parkplayersgpk
About the production...
Fired after twenty years, Walter Price encounters three provocative characters while contemplating his options on a park bench: Ellie, a high spirited ingenue who represents hope; Haley, a distinguished hobo representing wisdom; Lenore, a hooker who represents reality.
Join us for an evening of laughter; we're looking forward to seeing you there!
 
Living out Loud: an open conversation group on various topical topics of interest: Examples: A BOOK THAT SPOKE TO ME, WHY TRAVELLING COUNTS, etc   The focus point of the group (6-8) is to share experiences/perceptions (humor/ingenuity encouraged) related to round table discussion on topics chosen by the group - 2 hour  The group will be held in English At the Trio Restaurant 1155 Victoria Saint Lambert –Lemoyne  (May 5th..): 1:00 -3:00 pm Open to all ages ..For added information and how you can be a part of the dialog email: marilyn_ajami@yahoo.com
 
Community Supper Open to All the first Wednesday (May 6thrd ) of each month. $6.00 for adults, $3.00 for children. Please bring your own plate and cutlery. St. Margaret of Antioch Church, 4955 Montee St. Hubert (just above Payer) St. Hubert, 6 p.m.  Takeout’s available.
Reservations a must. 450-678-1546
 
Saturday May 9, 2015, 9am to 3pm   Annual Garage Sale, Bake Sale & BBQ
 ( Rain Date: May 16, 2015)  Tables Rental: 20.00$
Come, browse & buy all the lovely treasures that will be offered for sale.   Enjoy a delicious hot dog, hamburger and soft drinks.  Don’t forget to visit the bake sale table which is a treat not to be missed.
725 Provencher, Brossard, Quebec Contact: Margaret Gibbons@ 450-676-5703
 
Advance Notice: Saturday 6 June 2015. T in the Park’s 10th Anniversary.  A British Cream Tea in support of Cancer Research.  The T will be held in St. Mary’s Church Hall, Miller St, Greenfield Park and Doors open at 12:30 PM.  Don’t forget the hat prizes for young and old. Adults $10 - Children 5 and over $5 - Children under 5 free.  Tickets: 
Ruth’s Army Founder-Director of T in the ParkRuth’s Army Coach & Team Captain    
Liz Bradshaw (450) 923-4879       Eddie Toy    (514) 866-5821  
 
Saturday,  May  16,  2015  the St. Lambert Horticultural Society will hold their annual  PLANT  SALE. 
The event will take place at the  SQUARE  DE  VILLAGE   in front of Taylors  at  09:00  A.M.  sharp.
You will find mature plants  (perennials)  from our gardens at a reasonable  price.
For more information contact us at:  slhorticulture@gmail.com   OR  450-671-4535
 
St. Paul's Seniors Closing Luncheon - 321 Empire - GFP May 16th at 12:30 featuring The Barbershop Chorus (The South Shore Saints)  Price $8.00 - the deadline for tickets is May 13th.  For more information, please call - 450-672-0105 Winsome or 450-672-7499 Jennifer.  All Seniors are welcome
 
Thursday May  21, 2015  the St. Lambert Horticultural Society  would like to invite everyone to their next general meeting at 19:30 (7:30 pm) at the Recreation Centre,  600 Oak Ave., Saint Lambert (entrance via the back). Our speaker will be Mr.  Andre Poliquin.    His topic will be “Culture of Roses in Quebec”. For more Information contact us at:    slhorticulture@gmail.com   Or  450-671-4535.    Its Free EVERYONE IS WELCOME 

Saturday, May 30, from 7:00 to 11:00 PM
The South Shore Black Community Center Proudly presents   A Night of the Oldies  Spring Fling
A great DJ  ~ Put on your dancing shoes ..Music for all tastes and styles  Cash Bar  ~  Light refreshments George-Henri Brossard Community Center 3205 Rome Boulevard, Brossard
Tickets $12 for information or tickets Pat (450-672-0130)    or    Judith (450-465-1606)
 
Life Worth Living-Series Three  Starting Thursday at 6:00pm and every second Thursday until May 21,2015,. As per previous sessions, we will start with a potluck supper followed by a video presentation by Nicky Gumbel followed by a group discussion led by Padre Chris Belle. All are welcome to attend.  The subjects to be covered are:  May 7:    How to spot the false prophets   May 21:  How to build a secure future  St. Joseph of Nazareth Anglican Church  725 Provencher Blvd., Brossard Quebec, J4W 1Y5  Tel 450-671-6481  www.stjosephofnazareth.com
 
 St. Paul's - 321 Empire  GFP will be holding a Children's Night on May 8th from 7:00 - 9:00. The children will be baking goodies and making crafts for Mother's Day and Father's Day.  There will be snacks provided.  So come and bring a friend All are welcome!...For more info, please call 450-671-6000 or 450-678-2460. All children are welcome to join us
  
St. Paul's - 321 Empire GFP will be holding a Movie Night for Adults - The Movie - "Heaven is for Real"  on May 18th - 7:30 - 9:30.  Refreshments will be served.  Come and bring a friend.  Age appropriate for this movie is 9 years and older or at parent's discretion.  For more information, please call 450-678-2460 or 450-671-6000. All  are welcome to join us
 
 St. Paul's - 321 Empire - GFP will be holding their annual Garden Party and Sale on May 30th from 9:00 - 2:00.  We will have lots of plants, pots, garden supplies, decorations and much more.  There will be raffles and a snack bar to enjoy a lovely garden lunch. So come and join us  All are welcome
 
St. Paul's Church – 321 Empire Greenfield Park presents  Ladies Craft Night  May 12th- 26 Tuesday of the month during the evenings start at 7:30 - 9:30,,,Come and bring a craft, knitting, sewing, gluing, cross stitch, jewellery making and lots more, If you are not working on a craft then come and learn one.  Refreshments will be served Dates:  ,Again open to all ages and all area women are welcome to join us   
For more information please call 450-678-2460 
 
Garage sale at St. Mary’s :  May 23rd 2015  735 Miller St./Corner Grove, Greenfield Park.
St. Mary’s Seniors will be holding their Annual Garage Sale   on Saturday May 23rd , 2015, from 10:00am until 3:00pm.  Refreshments will be served in the Church Hall, 
From 11:00am until 2:00 pm.  Don’t miss our super bake sale when you visit!
Donated items in good condition can be brought to the Hall   on Friday, May 22nd  from 10:00am until 8:00pm.  Welcome all!  See you there
 
Tuesday May 26 at 7:30 pm South Shore University Women’s Club  Champlain College ,900 Riverside Saint Lambert Where bright minds meet, learn and have fun, while promoting educational opportunities for girls and women. Free information: www.ssuwc.ca for more information, or call Diane at 450-672-3663.
 
Bilingual Cooking Classes at Loblaw’s Brossard
Join us each week in March on Tuesdays from 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.  Plus Friday May 22  from 7 pm to 8 pm  We are now offering our what’s for Dinner cooking demonstration at a value of $10 but the great news is that we will put those dollars right back in your pocket by giving you a $10 gift card to spend in our stores!  You will pick up great tips as you watch our chef in action, and you will receive a recipe, and of course your $10 gift card!  This sessions are fully bilingual
Healthy Picnic cooking class   Wednesday, May 6 from 7:00p.m to 9:00p.m 
Entrée:  Vegetables with Seafood Dip  Mains:   Thai-style Salmon Filet Bites  Lime Chicken Morsels  Whole-grain Mini-pitas  Salads:   Beet / Apple / Goat cheese salad  Kale / walnut / mandarins salad  Dessert:  Fresh fruit  Chia pudding  Energy balls  Beverage:  Chilled Green Tea with Lychee Richard  Zaroukian Diector  at  Quartier Revolution &    Rachel Malcangi  Nutritonist / Dietician  25$
Wednesday, May 13  from 7:00p.m to 9:00p.m.
Diversity & simplicity go hand in hand with our PC® Black Label and PC® Free From® products, providing easy preparation and uncompromising quality!
The Spiced Bacon Marmalade Pork Pie, Greek Style Grilled Lemon Chicken & Dip and Lemon Infused Roasted Potatoes offer you exciting healthy meals that taste good and that will impress you and your family!  And for a final distinctly satisfying taste, we will top this menu with a scoop of our PC® Black Label ice cream!   With  Rejean  Allaire  20$  (You  will  Receive a $10 P.C. card)
Wednesday, May 27 from 7:00p.m to 9:00p.m  Pears in the Spotlight 
Sweet, delicate and delicious. Pears deserve centre stage.
On the menu: pear and chocolate crumble, almond cream and pear pie, spectacular pear cake.
Chef Diane Côté 35$
COOKING CLASSES FOR KIDS 6 to 11 at Loblaw’s BROSSARD..The Classes are bilingual, cover a range of cooking skills…Great for girls and BOYS J
To sign up for any of our classes or for added info In person – visit the Service Counter desk, located in the store, or contact Tony Booker, marketing coordinator of the Cooking School at (450)-466-2828 or (514) 383-8800, poste 8073. lql8321m@provigo.ca
By telephone: Monday through Friday, from 8h30 to 5h30:  1-800-567-8683, ext  3.. Full payment must accompany registration .Taxes are added to all classes.
 
POLICY update: It is the SSCPN policy If we are charge a fee or sponsoring a program, to allow persons with a disability or health problem and who require someone to accompany them and The disable person pay just one Fee for themselves with no added fees for the accompanying person (If there is a meal or added material involved only those cost will be charged)
Cavendish League and we play Monday nights at 7:00 p.m. at Champion Lanes in Greenfield Park. We are a mixed league and play with the small balls. We are a friendly group and our aim is to enjoy ourselves. If you are interested in coming out now to try your hand at bowling or may be interested in joining our league in the fall (September) please contact me, Beverley Armistead at 450-672-2679.
 If you know of any  local groups that get together to play board games,0r social card games do let me know at sscpn@bell.net
Are you interested in Tole painting? TOLE painting starting up this March for beginners and intermediate, two hours every week, great time to learn a new craft and have some great conversations with fellow painters. (Brossard) Please contact Carole at 450 671 6321.
 
Should you have problems contacting groups with the information provided in this newsletter Email the SSCPN and we will assist you...
 
Save the Date Saturday November 7th ..the South Shore Health Fair will take place in Chateauguay …details to follow
 
On  GOING PROGRAMS
 
The Vinesh Saxena Family Foundation comes to the assistance of those in need who are experiencing real financial difficulties. If you are going through a moment where your life is temporarily disrupted and you do not currently have the means to purchase the necessary clothing, shoes etc or pay necessary bills. The Vinesh Saxena Family Foundation can help you or your family ( donation). call 450-468-7539 
AMI SOUTH SHORE for relatives and friends of persons with mental health issues Every second Wednesdays at 6:30pm -8; 30 Greenfield Park Baptist Church, 598 Bellevue North, Greenfield Park LIFELINE for people with mental illness  Alternative Centregens, 3820 Montée St-Hubert in St-Hubert. Call for dates  and times. 450-651-0651.For a selection of AMI-Quebec's programs in February. If you have any questions, please give us a call at 514-486-1448 (1-877-303-0264 outside the Montreal area) or visit www.amiquebec.org.
South Shore Travel and Day Trips
 
May 15 / 2015  Boston
Discover the most beautiful mansions of Newport the symbol of the opulence of the industrial magnates of the time .You will discover three of the most beautiful homes in New England. The Breakers. Marble House and Rosecliff without forgetting the visiting Boston, Rockport and Salem Package Includes : 3 nights at a 4 * Hotel , 3 hot breakfasts
Accompanying Guide  1 hour cruise on the Charles River  Visit of 3 castles Breakers The Elms and Marble House  Cost   $ 539.00 
June 21- 24 20/15  Niagara Falls  3nights meals and hotel
July 5/2015 The Lavender Fields in the townships 
August 06/2015   Brockville Art Centre  The Barry Manilow Songbook   
FOR RESERVATION AND added INFO PLEASE CONTACT VICKI AT 450-550-3628
 Royal Canadian Legion St Hubert ..1st Friday of the Month  ( May 1stth  but call to confirm   4040 Montee St Hubert –St Hubert (near the tracks) Come join us for a  full Steak Dinner $15 pp with all the extra<s All are welcome to share a meal and enjoy the company of friends call ,,,450-676-1141
Would you like to learn how to speak with confidence in front of a crowd? Come and meet us at The South Shore Toastmasters Club. It is the mission of our club to provide a supportive and positive learning experience where members are empowered to develop communication and leadership skills, and we have been doing just that for the past 24 years. Guests are welcome all the time and can come to our meetings up to three times for free. Our meetings are in English.  We meet every Tuesdays at 7:30 P.M. VENUE: St-Mary’s Parish, 735 Miller Street, Greenfield Park, J4V 2X2.    Parking in the school lot enter by the Doors are next to the school. For more information, go to http://sstm.toastmastersclubs.org/  or contact Viviana at 514-794-2824 or Jack at 450-671-6026. 
The Centre de soutien entr’Aidants (Caregiver Support Centre) offers a series of workshops for English-speaking caregivers who care for an elderly loved one. CARE GIVER SUPPORT:  Care-for-Me (is a series of workshops that offer awareness-raising and knowledge to reduce stress and prevent burnout) the workshops are free and under certain conditions, we offer transportation and free at-home accompaniment to facilitate the participation of the caregivers.  1688, rue Gustave-Désourdy, Saint-Hubert (Québec) J4T 1Y6 (Off Eduard blvd) closer to Charles Lemoyne)   Téléphone : 450 465-2520 poste 204  |
 
 NEW! ADULT ACTIVITY AND RESPITE CENTER (Focusing on English-speaking Clientele) Has now opened at 83 Churchill blvd (Near Hubert) Greenfield Park ..the centre is bright and easy access for persons with less mobility. This is a privately run, family owned facility with trained staff..Their intent is two-fold: to offer activities designed to promote well-being through physical and mental stimulation to give caregivers a much needed break in order to attend to personal needs or to simply relax while the participant is in their care. For more information, please contact Franca.
Open Monday to Friday from 7h00 am to 6h00 pm.
ADULT ACT I V I T Y AND R E S P I T E CENTER 83 Churchill Blvd, Greenfield Park, QC J4V 3L8
 
Yoga Make a resolution to achieve stress-free mind and disease free body. Participate in free yoga sessions every Saturday 9 to 11 am in the gymnasium of Chambly Academy at 675 Green St. Lambert and every Wednesday Night  free classes 6:30 to 7:30 pm in the gymnasium of Terry Fox Elementary at 1648 Langevin 450- 468-7539
 
Black History Library: We have a collection of DVD’s and Books that can be loaned to members. Contact Arlene @ 450-445-8898. A deposit of $10 will be requested and returned when item is returned. If you have Books or DVDs on Black History, any other good reading, think about donating them to SSBCA Library.The South Shore Black Community Association   P.O. Box 30507 Brossard, J4Z 3R6  ssbca.info@gmail.com you can also find the SSBCA on Facebook
 
St Mary's church corner of Miller and Grove in Greenfield Park
Zumba class (All ages) Monday morning 9:30-10:30.AM
Exercise classes ...for all ages
Tuesday –8:30 -9:30 am Aerobics with Weights and Ball   9:30-10:30am  Aerobics with Weights and Ball   10:30am to 11:30 am Yoga / Pilates
Thursdays at 8:30 -9:30am Zumba- 9:30 -10-30am Aerobics with Weights and Ball
                    10:30-11:30am Yoga / Pilates
All classes are 1 hour long and cost $2 per session Info call 450-671-0416
LINE DANCING Two Locations ..Twice the Fun J Classes restart ..  but come join us anytime
Thursday’s at  1.45 to 3.00 pm at St. Mary's in Greenfield Park
Friday’s at St. Gabriel's 5070 Gilbert St.Hubert 
Beginners. 6.30 to 7.30pm Advanced 7.30 to 9.00 pm.
For info. Call  Jerry at 450 656 5993
 
Friday Aerobics / Zumba led by Diana Salera at Greenfield Park United Church  335  Springfield Greenfield Park Between Churchill-James E Davis  ) every Friday from 9:30 to 10:30 all are welcome at a cost of $2 per session No-registration required …but once you try it ..you will be back J
 
LOW IMPACT AEROBIC EXERCISE PROGRAM- contact Ron at 514-294-3030
Morning Exercise program aimed towards persons 55 plus Sessions
are one hour from 10 am-11 am:
·         St-Paul’s Anglican Church 321 Empire GFP  Monday  and Friday at 10 am -$2
·         Tuesday at St Margaret of Antioch Church, 4955 Montée St Hubert (near Payer) -$2
·         Wednesday -Greenfield Park United Church 335 Springfield Greenfield Park -$2
·         Thursday St Barnabas Anglican Church 95 Lorne St-Lambert -$3
Wear Running shoes and easy fitting Clothing All are welcome so come with friends
No-registration is required. $2-3 donation is request towards the sponsoring church.
 
La Maison des Arts Rive-Sud is a non-profit organization created in 1997. It offers courses in visual arts to students of all levels, from beginners to advance. Our technical approaches span from traditional to contemporary. Classes can be considered as leisure and development. Classes take place mostly in Saint-Lambert Les Jardin Intérieurs)  close to Brossard . Prices are affordable and are given by qualified teachers. Whether it be for leisure or to build an artistic career, our courses aim to satisfy the creative drive of our students. La Maison des arts Rive-Sud  1705, Victoria Avenue, C-117  Saint-Lambert (Québec) J4R 2T7 email; info@maisondesartsrivesud.org  (450) 671-3258   visit their bilingual website  http://www.maisondesartsrivesud.org/maison/
 
Seniors TAX TIP: If you are taking an Arts -Excise-Life Long Learning program – a Member of  a group or club that promotes seniors programs and or activities….   its best to pay any fees by Cheque and or ask for a receipt)...  ...It  could be used  towards your $200 active Quebec senior tax credit ($40 refund at tax time)  (must be 70 years plus and income lower than $40,000 per year)
 Upcoming June  events; SPCA Montérégie book sale
Cynthia Coull Arena, 195 rue Empire, Greenfield Park
Friday, June 12, 13h - 20h & Saturday, June 13 10h - 19h
To donate books, French or English: Bring to the
arena on Wednesday, the 10th from 15:30h to 19:30
or Thursday from 9h to 19:30h, or Friday  before noon. Please, no donations once the sale begins.
Books may also be dropped off at the following Tabagies:
         Protobello, 7250 Taschereau
         Ultra, 2882 ch Chambly
         Ste-Julie, 1700 ch du Fer à Cheval
We do not accept magazines or Readers Digest condensed.
We do gratefully accept help organizing the books during the set up hours. Contact person:  Cathy Palmer-Lister <cathypl@sympatico.ca
 
 
The South Shore Community Partners Network – Regroupement réseau communautaire rive-sud is a volunteer-based non-profit corporation whose objective is to build a sense of community among the Montreal South Shore English-speaking community groups by helping to encourage awareness of their various activities, programs, and support services. The SSCPN assists in promoting all levels of government programs and not-for-profit services offered by organizations that could be of benefit to our community. To be added to our Email newsletter you must make a request to sscpn@bell.net
For community information and events, visit us at: http://www.sscpn.org/vc
 
Thanks Norman

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