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Spring/summer 2018 social calendar: It's party time, Montreal

Social Notes columnist Jennifer Campbell has the details on galas, cocktails and other fundraisers taking place from March to September.

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Buh-bye, hibernation-friendly Netflixed winter. Hello, party-friendly spring — the season famous for delivering gaggles of A-list events and social dos.

This season is ablaze with great gatherings, guaranteed to spark a little social sumpin’-sumpin’ in everyone. So what are you waiting for, Noties? Dust off the suits, glam on the gowns and get ready to give Spring Social Scene ’18 a cheers/dance/schmooze.

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Tune in next week for the supersized start to the regular column. So many events, so much to Social Note about.

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March

March 14: Gloria’s Girls and Ogilvy’s One Night Shopping Spree, 6-9 p.m., Ogilvy, 1307 Ste-Catherine St. W. Light refreshments donated by Ashley’s and wine sponsored by Domaine Skouras. $60 (includes a $50 gift card to be used in store that night). $10 per ticket; percentage of proceeds supports the Gloria Shapiro Endowment Fund for Ovarian Cancer at the Jewish General Hospital. Tickets/donations: Rana, 514-340-8222, Local 25889, rsaheb@jgh.mcgill.ca.

March 16: St. Patrick’s luncheon, 11 a.m., cash bar reception, lunch at noon, Plaza Centre-Ville (EVO), 777 Robert-Bourassa Blvd. $95; corporate tables (10) $1,500. 514-481-1346, office@spsmtl.com, spsmtl.com.

March 17: Zonta Club of Montreal International Women’s Day luncheon, 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., Table 09 Mediterranean Bistro, 9 Place Frontenac, Pointe-Claire. $60, includes lunch, wine, door prize, parking. Yvonne Quintyn, 514-683-4213; Mickey Wernecke, 514-630-0138.

March 20: Share the Warmth spaghetti community dinner, 625 Fortune St., Wellington entrance. Pay what you can. Vanessa, 514-933-5599, Local 224, securitealimentaire@partageonslespoir.ca, sharethewarmth.ca.

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March 21: Fondation des Étoiles — Pediatric Research’s Great Evening of Stars, 6 p.m. cocktail, 7 p.m. dinner and dancing, St. James Theatre, 265 St-Jacques St. W. Chairs: Jessica Harnois, sommelier and president, Vins au Féminin, Daniele Henkel, president, co-founder Daniele Henkel Inc. $550. Sylviane, 514-595-5730, Local 225, schatel@fondationdesetoiles.ca.

March 22: Israel Cancer Research Fund’s Experience fashion show, 7:30 p.m., Loyola High School, Eric MacLean S. J. Centre for the Performing Arts. Students rock, dance and runway to raise awareness and funds for the fight against cancer. 514-481-2723.

March 23: Ste-Justine’s Ball: The Grown-Up’s Ball for Children. Fundraising goal: $280,000 for the CHU Ste-Justine Foundation to help finance the Centre of Excellence in Neonatology. Cocktail party 7:30 to 10 p.m., ball 10 p.m. to 3 a.m., Alexandra Pier, 200 de la Commune St. W., Old Port. Networking opportunity for young professionals, featuring DJ Twitch, drinks, open bar, culinary stations and more. Theme: street art, including exclusive collaborations with Stikky Peaches and other Station 16 Gallery artists, who will create special art pieces for the event. $275 (cocktail party and ball), $175 (ball only). 514-345-4931, Local 4710, balsaintejustine.org/en.

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March 24: Women’s Auxiliary of the Montreal Chinese Hospital spring gala, Ruby Rouge Restaurant, 1008 Clark St. Theme: Red. Featuring cash bar (6 p.m.), authentic Chinese dinner (7 p.m.), DJ, traditional lion dance, licensed Zumba instructor. Guests are invited to wear red (red ties and pocket hankies for gents). $100. 514-874-8987, lgoorwong@gmail.com.

March 25: Cummings Jewish Centre for Seniors Foundation Sports Celebrity Breakfast, Gelber Conference Centre, 5151 Côte-Ste-Catherine Rd. Featuring personalities from the worlds of sports and business. Guest of honour: lawyer and philanthropist Morden (Cookie) Lazarus. VIP tickets $100. Susan Rosansky, 514-734-1820, srozansky@cummingscentre.org.

March 25: Sylvan Adams YM-YWHA Indoor TrYathlon, benefiting special-needs programming at the Y. Time-based event allows for swimming, biking and running. Lara Goldenberg, 514-737-6551, Local 228, lgoldenberg@ymywha.com, tryathlon.ymywha.com.

March 26: Gastronomy event at Bâton Rouge, 3839 St-Jean Blvd., Dollard-des-Ormeaux. Includes four-course meal, open bar, savoury tastings, silent auction. $150. Katherine Jolin, 514-630-2081, lakeshorefoundation.ca.

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March 28: Third annual Défi Canapé fundraising event benefiting Batshaw Centres Foundation, providing direct support to clients of Batshaw Youth and Family Centres, 6 to 8:30 p.m., Entrepôts Dominion, 3968 St-Ambroise St. General: $150 if purchased by March 27, $175 at the door. $90 for 35 and under if purchased by March 27, or $100 at the door. 514-989-1885, Local 1164, batshawfoundation.ca.

Ste-Justine’s Ball returns to raise funds for the CHU Ste-Justine Foundation on March 23.
Ste-Justine’s Ball returns to raise funds for the CHU Ste-Justine Foundation on March 23. Photo by JIMMY HAMELIN

April

April 7: Franco Di Giovanni Brain Tumour Awareness Fundraising Event, benefiting the Brain Tumour Research Centre at the MNI and Hospital. Over $300,000 raised. 5 p.m., Prima Luna Reception Hall, 7301 Henri-Bourassa Blvd. E. Special guest: neurosurgeon/researcher Dr. Rolando Del Maestro. $125 (seven-course meal, wine, open bar, midnight sandwiches, music and dancing, door prizes, auction of sports memorabilia and more). Lina Di Giovanni, 514-494-6831.

April 7: NDG Food Depot’s third annual Empty Bowls, raising funds for healthy food programs, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., 6150 Somerled Ave. $25, includes handmade bowl of your choice, plus soup/bread. Bonnie Soutar, developpement@depotndg.org, facebook.com/ndgfooddepot.org.

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April 11: Heart and Stroke Foundation’s Salon des Vins de la Montérégie, 5 to 9 p.m., Centre Marcel Dulude, St-Bruno. $50 (includes 10 coupons), VIP $100 (includes 70 coupons, $60 tax receipt). Helene Gagné, 450-442-6387, Local 224, heartandstroke.qc.ca.

April 12: In the Spirit of Advocacy, wine-tasting gala, 6:30 p.m., Sarto Desnoyers Community Centre, 1335 Lakeshore Drive. $100. 514-694-5850, info@wica-pcbo.com, volunteerwica.com/in-the-spirit-of-advocacy.

April 13: Musée d’art contemporain de Montréal’s Les Printemps du MAC, ELO LEO, benefiting the MAC Foundation, 9 p.m. to 3 a.m., 185 Ste-Catherine St. W. Music, dance, exhibits. Chairs: Stefanie Stergiotis, marketing specialist, Transat, Alexandra Mohsen, senior product manager, eSignLive by Vasco. Honouree: Martin-Luc Archambault, CEO, AmpME and Dragon on Dans l’oeil du dragon (Dragon’s Den). $175. Naila Del Cid, 514-847-6272, naila.delcid@macm.org.

April 14: Thoracic Surgery Research Foundation of Montreal’s annual Black & White Dance Party. Cocktails 6 p.m., dinner 7:30 p.m., Le Madison Reception Hall, 8750 Provencher Blvd. President of honour: Nadine Renaud-Tinker, president, Quebec headquarters, RBC Royal Bank. $300. Sponsorship opportunities still available. Jessica Gauthier, 514-844-0808, Local 24543, jessica.gauthier@montrealthoracique.ca.

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April 14: St-Lambert United Church Women’s annual spring tea and sale, 2 to 4 p.m., Memorial Hall, 415A Mercille Ave., St-Lambert. $10 for adults, $5 for children under 10. 450-671-6003.

April 14: Children’s Smile and Joy Foundation Gala, supporting the nephrology department at the Children’s. Cocktails 6:30 p.m., dinner 8 p.m., the Golf Metropolitan, 9555 du Golf Blvd., Anjou. Includes open bar. $150. Maria Lisi, 514-808-7484, lisinizza@gmail.com, csjfoundation.com.

April 14: Third benefit concert featuring David Marino and 17-piece orchestra, a JGH Mindstrong fitness event for mental health, organized by David Marino and John Gilbert. Le Gesù. Mary Etzitian, 514-340-8222, Local 23986, jghmindstrong.com.

April 18: Heart and Stroke Foundation’s California wine tasting, VIP cocktail 6 p.m., main event 7 p.m., Bonsecours Market, 350 St-Paul St. E. $260 for one, $600 for four, $1,500 for eight. 514-871-8038, Local 254, fmcmontreal@fmcoeur.qc.ca.

April 18: Congregation Beth Ora’s Chai 18 scotch-tasting night, A Celebration of Life, featuring bottles aged over 18 years, 2600 Badeaux St., 6:30 p.m. Whisky 101 with sommelier, 6:45 p.m. hors d’oeuvres, 7 p.m. three scotch tastings, cocktail stations (smoked meat, Chinese, sushi and salads), 9 p.m. dessert buffet. Members $70, non-members $80. Mireille, 514-748-6559, Local 106, mireille@bethora.org, bethora.org.

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April 18: Montreal Lakeshore University Women’s Club 60th anniversary gala dinner with comedian Lorne Elliot, 6:30 p.m. cocktails (cash bar), 7 p.m. dinner, Olympia Reception Hall, 3855 St-Jean Blvd., Dollard-des-Ormeaux. $60. mluwc.com.

April 18: Sylvan Adams YM-YWHA’s Chai Y $18,000 Raffle, hosted by Yidlife Crisis and honouring Chai Y leaders Bill Bell, Mort Bloomberg, Janie Etinson, Lou Flam, Ian Karper and Peter Lewis. Supports those who would otherwise be unable to join the Y, in keeping with the association’s policy of no family being left out. $118, grand prize $18,000. Lara Goldenberg, 514-737-6551, Local 228, chaiy@ymywha.com, chaiy.ymywha.com.

April 19: Maison du Père Casual Ball, helping homeless men. Cocktails 6 p.m., dinner 7 p.m., with silent auction featuring unique artworks, packages. Édifice Jacques-Parizeau, 1000 Place Jean-Paul Riopelle. $500. Simon Brière, 514-845-0168, Local 314, simon.briere@maisondupere.org, maisondupere.org.

April 19: The Silver Anniversary Daffodil Ball, benefiting the Canadian Cancer Society, 6:45 p.m., Windsor Station, 900 Peel St. Theme: Silver, reprising highlights in entertainment and gastronomy from the last 25 years. Chairs: Alfredo Barrios, chief executive, Aluminum, Rio Tinto, Stuart Elman, managing partner, Persistence Capital Partners, Mario Plourde, president/CEO, Cascades, Richard Voyer, executive vice-president/CEO, Soprema. Tickets: $1,000 (available only to benefactors donating $2,000 or more), sponsors’ tables $50,000, $35,000, $27,500. Videos, photos, sponsors and other information: daffodilball.ca. Event production: Alison Silcoff Events, 514-932-7517, alison@alisonsilcoff.com.

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April 21: Montreal Council of Women, Woman of the Year 2018: Tribute to Margaret Trudeau, 11:30 a.m., Mount Stephen Hotel, 1440 Drummond St. $75. 450-672-7081, 514-516-9023, mcwinformation@gmail.com.

April 21: Sami Fruits Foundation for Kids fundraising gala, Plaza Sami, 420 Lafleur Ave., LaSalle. Supporting Mackay Centre, Philip E. Layton Schools. Theme: enchanted garden. Featuring entertainment, dancing, laughter, gastronomy. Flavio, 514-813-0905.

April 21, 22: Run or walk for Share the Warmth by joining Share the Warmth’s Équipe Espoir for the Scotiabank Charity Challenge. Supporting the organization’s youth programs. Katina, 514-933-5599, Local 222, katina@sharethewarmth.ca, sharethewarmth.ca.

April 23 to 25: Cummings Centre fine arts exhibition with sale, vernissage April 23, 4:30 to 6:30 p.m., 5700 Westbury Ave. Exhibition/sale April 24, 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and April 25, 9:30 a.m. to noon. Patricia Kehler, 514-342-1234, Local 7250, information@cummingscentre.org, cummingscentre.org.

April 24: Dinner With Friends benefiting Centaur Theatre, 5:30 p.m., Bonaparte Restaurant, 447 St-François-Xavier St. Featuring a gourmet dinner, the world première of Successions (written by Michaela Di Cesare), desserts, conversation with the cast. Elisa Desoer, 514-288-1229, Local 242, funddev@centaurtheatre.com, centaurtheatre.com.

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April 24: Benefit evening for Maison Saint-Gabriel, museum and historic site. Jetée Alexandra, 200 de la Commune St. Presented under the honorary presidency of Sylvie Vachon, president/director general, Montreal Port Authority. Online tickets: $250 with receipt (taxes included). 514-935-8136, maisonsaint-gabriel.qc.ca.

April 25: Blue Metropolis Celebrations, supporting the Blue Metropolis Foundation, to sustain educational and social programs promoting mental health and combating anorexia, depression, bullying and homophobia. Cocktails 6 p.m., literary show featuring the ’70s 6:30 p.m., Lion d’Or, 1676 Ontario St. E. $225 (tax receipt $200). Catherine Lami, 514-932-1112, Local 33, Catherine.lami@metropolisbleu.org, bluemetropolis.org/ego.

April 25: 5B Event: First Baby Boomers Best Brain and Body Event, 7 p.m., Shaar Hashomayim. Benefiting the Alzheimer Risk Assessment Clinic and Memory Clinic at the Jewish General Hospital. Organized by Harriet Greenstone, Rachel Goodman, Mary Etzitian, 514-340-8222, Local 23986.

April 26: The Grand Ball of the Montreal Real Estate Foundation for Kids, 6 p.m., Fairmont The Queen Elizabeth. Formal dinner, dancing. Dress: Black tie, long gowns. Honouree: Danielle Lavoie, senior vice-president, Cadillac Fairview. $415, tables of 10 $4,000. 514-875-1353, Local 205, rjv@rjvcom.com.

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April 26: Be Part of Our Dreams, benefit supper and concert, celebrating over 100 years of community sharing at Saint Columba House. Cocktails at 6 p.m., dinner at 7 p.m., show with singer Sylvie Desgroseilliers and band at 8:30 p.m., Théâtre Paradoxe, 5959 Monk Blvd. $100 ($80 tax receipt, balcony, general seating). facebook.com/SaintColumbaHouseinfo@saintcolumbahouse.com.

April 27: LaSalle Hospital Foundation’s Black Tie Gala, 6 p.m., Ritz-Carlton Montreal. Funds support the purchase of hospital equipment for the new gastroenterology department. Featuring the Showmen Orchestra and electronic silent auction. Honorary president: Robert Piccioni, president, Fuel Transport Company. $300 ($130 tax receipt). 514-362-8000, Local 31583, fondation-hopitallasalle.ca.

April 27: Second annual Recovery Transition Program Talent Show fundraiser for the MUHC Mental Health Mission. Music, dance, comedy, refreshments, prizes. 5:30 p.m., Montreal General Hospital, 1650 Cedar Ave., Livingston Hall (L6-500). $10 at the door. recoverytransitionprogram.com.

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April 27: Printemps Masculin, the Balls Ball, benefiting Cancer Testiculaire Canada. Wilder Building, 1435 Bleury St. Honouree: Maxime Le Flaguais. VIP cocktail $175 (6 to 9 p.m.), includes prizes, live performances, open bar, whiskey bar, oyster bar, cocktail dînatoire and after-party. Public party $85 (9 p.m. to 2 a.m.), includes open bar, snacks, games, DJ set, dance party. Theme: chic sugar shack. Sponsorship: 514-963-3577. Testicularcancer.ngo

April 28: Grands Ballets Canadiens de Montréal benefit gala, 5:30 p.m., Uniprix Stadium, 285 Gary Carter St. W. $600 young professionals, tables $8,000, $12,000, $25,000. 514-849-8681, Local 233. Elise Cote, ecote@grandsballets.com.

April 29: Canadian Associates of Ben-Gurion University of the Negev’s Evening With Bill Browder, author of Red Notice and international crusader for the Magnitsky Law, 5:30 p.m., Congregation Shaar Hashomayim. Benefiting student support services at BGU. Includes cocktail dînatoire followed by lecture. 514-937-8927, Local 101, bengurion.ca.

April 29: Gala for Crohn’s and Colitis Canada honouring Michael and Melissa Assaraf of Pharmacie Michael Assaraf and Dr. Louis-Charles Rioux, gastroenterologist at Hôpital Maisonneuve-Rosemont, 6:30 p.m., Jetée Alexandra, 200 de la Commune St. Cocktail dînatoire by Montreal restaurants, music by the Que Sera Trio, entertainment by Neev, auction hosted by Virgin Radio’s Lee Haberkorn. Stefanie, 514-342-0666, 800-461-4683, srosenblatt@crohnsandcolitis.ca.

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Chapeau Mont Royal combines sophistication and scenery on June 14.
Chapeau Mont Royal combines sophistication and scenery on June 14. Photo by Tzara Maud Images

May

May 1: Dr. Clown Foundation’s benefit gala Le Bal Imaginaire. Supporting Dr. Clown and La belle visite, 5:30 p.m., Bonsecours Market, 350 St-Paul St. E. Event co-presidents: Anne Bélliveau, Telus, Jean St-Gelais, La Capitale. Dinner, dancing, entertainment, regular and silent auctions. Master of ceremonies: comedian Anthony Kavanagh. $350. Liliane Correia, 514-845-7628, Local 228, info@drclown.ca.

May 1: Giant Steps Foundation annual auction. Supporting Giant Steps School, dedicated to providing educational and therapeutic programs for children with autism, 6 to 10 p.m., Le Windsor, 1170 Peel St. Hosts: Charles Lafortune, Tracy Pennimpede. Honouring Charles Lafortune. 514-935-1911, Local 226, giantstepsmontreal.com.

May 2: Queen Elizabeth Health Complex Signature Annual Under the Tuscan Sun, 6 p.m., Théâtre Paradoxe, 5959 Monk Blvd. Featuring Italian food stations, Italian wines, dancing to the Cadillacs. $150. Maria D’Onofrio, 514-485-5018, mdonofrio@qehc.org.

May 2: Generations Foundation benefit theatre evening, 8 p.m., Segal Centre, 5170 Côte-Ste-Catherine Rd. Featuring The Angel and the Sparrow, based on the true story of Marlene Dietrich and Édith Piaf. Includes refreshments, prizes. Appropriate tax receipt with seating options. Adrian Bercovici, 514-933-8585.

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May 3: CJPAC’s Impact cocktail dînatoire honouring Alvin and Emmelle Segal, 5:30 p.m., Montreal Science Centre. Impact celebrates contributions of leaders in the Jewish and pro-Israel community to Canadian political life. Vanessa Fhima, 514-938-0514, vfhima@cjpac.ca, cjpac.ca/impact-cocktail-dinatoire.

May 3: McCord Museum Ball, Don Cristobal, inspired by Balenciaga exhibition. Black-tie benefit. Cocktail 6:30 p.m., dinner 8 p.m., Arsenal Contemporary Montreal, 2020 William St. $1,000 (tax receipt $750), prestige tables $15,000 (tax receipt $12,500). Valet parking. 514-861-6701, Local 1278, fondation-mccord@mccord-stewart.ca, musee-mccord.qc.ca/en/fundraising-events/annual-ball

May 3 to 5: Alzheimer Groupe AGI’s Vintage Recall VII. Donated designer fashions and accessories. Vente Privée cocktail event with hors d’oeuvres while shopping. May 3, 5 to 9 p.m: $75. May 4 and 5: free, open to all. L’Atelier, 5500 Ferrier St. $75. Partial receipt. 514-485-7233, agiteam.org.

May 4: McCord Museum Sugar Ball. Arsenal Contemporary Montreal, 2020 William St. Young McCord fundraiser for young professionals. Theme: Sugar, Sugar and More Sugar. Chairs: Sandra Ferreira, Gerald Kounadis. General $170 (10 p.m., open bar, tax receipt $125), networking $235 (7:30 to 10 p.m., includes gourmet stations, drinks, tax receipt $150). 514-861-6701, Local 1278, fondation-mccord@mccord-stewart.camusee-mccord.qc.ca/en/fundraising-events.

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May 5: It’s Not Old, It’s Vintage, benefit for the Alzheimer Society of Montreal, 6:30 p.m., Royal St. Lawrence Yacht Club, 1350 Lakeshore Drive. Featuring Cadillac Music. Information: American Women’s Club of Montreal, awcmontreal.com.

May 5: Lachine Hospital Foundation Cinco de Mayo, benefit with Mexican theme, supports the purchase of state-of-the-art medical equipment and hospital modernization, 6 p.m., Montreal Airport Marriott In-Terminal Hotel, 800 Place Leigh-Capreol, Dorval. Host: TVA anchor Sophie Thibault. Chance to win trip for two, silent auction. Honorary chair: Luc Maurice. $250. Monica McDougall, 514-934-1934, Local 77225, monica.mcdougall@muhc.mcgill.ca.

May 6: Ninth annual Tea Time for Chez Doris, in honour of Carole and Andrew Harper for remarkable generosity, 2 to 5 p.m., Grey Nuns Building, Concordia University, 1190 Guy St. $70, or $110 for two. Sponsorships available. 514-937-2341, Local 227, ncote@chezdoris.org, chezdoris.ca.

May 6: Fourth edition of Mindstrong fitness event in collaboration with the JGH Auxiliary. Benefiting the psychiatry department at the Jewish General Hospital. Midtown Sanctuaire. Presented by CIBC, Primo International and Groupe Copley. Honorary chair: Tony Marinaro, TSN 690. Honourees: Roula and Alan Rossy. Chairs: Lee Haberkorn, George Itzkovitz, Jodi Mintz, Tyran Morris, Alan Rossy, Stacey Herman Serero. Mary Etzitian, 514-340-8222, Local 23986, jghmindstrong.com.

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May 7: Auxiliary Jewish General Hospital annual bridge and mah-jong luncheon and tournament, benefiting the Centre for Child Development and Mental Health — Transitional Program, 11 a.m., Congregation Shaar Hashomayim, 425 Metcalfe Ave. Chairs: Ellen Amdursky, Bonnie Rothstein, Debbie Schouela. 514-340-8216.

May 7: Table of Hope benefit event for Share the Warmth, Salon Richmond, 550 Richmond St. Food lovers’ evening shines a spotlight on Montreal chefs and restaurants. $150. 514-933-5599, Local 222. info@tableofhope.ca, tableofhope.ca, facebook.com/tabledelespoir

May 8: Camp B’nai Brith of Montreal celebrates the Gift of Summer campaign, 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. A thank-you to donors who make summer camp possible for children. Chairs: Lori Elman, Anna-Sue Greenberg. Erin Wiltzer, 514-735-3669, Local 3704.

May 10: Gala fundraiser celebrating the Spanish and Portuguese Synagogue’s 250th anniversary, 5:30 p.m. 514-737-3695, 250@thespanish.org.

May 10: Cirque Éloize benefit gala Carrousel de la Felicité, 5:30 p.m., Gare Dalhousie, 417 Berri St. Laetitia Shaigetz, 514-596-3838, Local 305, campagne@cirque-eloize.com.

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May 14: Foundation of Stars Montreal wine auction, Hotel William Gray, 421 St-Vincent St. Featuring silent and live auctions. Sylviane, 514-595-5730, Local 225, schatel@fondationdesetoiles.ca, foundationofstars.ca.

May 15: Temple Emanu-El-Beth Sholom honours Jewel Lowenstein. Proceeds support programs of inclusion through education, community and art, 5 p.m. wine with music by the OSM, 7 p.m. gala dinner, 4100 Sherbrooke St. W. 514-937-3575, Local 215, tebsgala@gmail.com, templemontreal.ca.

May 16: McGill Head and Neck Cancer fundraiser, Le Windsor, 1170 Peel St. Benefiting the McGill Head and Neck Cancer Fund. Carole Goldberg, 514-340-8222, Local 25024.

May 17: Les Grands Chefs Relais & Châteaux Epicurean Event, featuring Quique Dacosta, three-star Michelin chef from Restaurant Quique, Denia, Spain. Supporting Fondation de l’ITHQ (Institut de tourisme et d’hôtellerie du Québec). 6 p.m., Casino de Montréal. Honorary president: Eric Bujold, president, National Bank Private Banking 1859. $1,500. 514-282-5106, lesgrandschefs.com.

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May 17: Numix Awards Gala, organized by the Digital Experiences Producers Association, Xn Quebec, 8 p.m., MTelus, 59 Ste-Catherine St. E. Recognizing excellence in digital content. Jury to be presided over by Monique Simard, former president/CEO of SODEC. 514-804-4769, info@numix.ca, numix.ca.

May 17: Tyndale St-Georges Community Centre’s Dinner Auction Event, 6:30 p.m., Théâtre Rialto. Chair: Rose Chahmirian. Honouree: Oliver Jones. Featuring silent and live auctions. $175, tables of 10 $1,500 each (until April 17). Dorothy Massimo, 514-931-6265, Local 21, info@tyndalestgeorges.com, tyndaleevents.com.

May 17: Ball for the Children’s, Soirée Magique, benefiting MCHF. Presented under the honorary patronage of Sean Finn, executive vice-president, corporate services and chief legal officer, CN. 6 p.m., Windsor Station. Dress: black tie. $650. Paris Mansouri, 514-934-4846, Local 29272, pman@mchf.com, ballforthechildrens.com.

May 19: Never Apart’s Wiggle 2018, wearable art and performance event uniting artists, designers and performers to celebrate all things wigs, 7049 St-Urbain St. To submit a Wiggle Creation for runway portion: info@neverapart.com. Information for Wiggle and general programming: neverapart.com.

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May 22: Alzheimer Groupe AGI’s A Vision to Remember. Face to Face: From Yesterday to Today, Non-Western Art and Picasso, 6:30 p.m. Gala evening at the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts, features dînatoire and private tour of exhibit. 514-485-7233.

May 22 to 24: Art exhibit and sale featuring Israeli artists, in celebration of Israel’s 70th anniversary, Congregation Shaar Hashomayim, 425 Metcalfe Ave. Supporting Meals on Wheels. Gala opening: May 22, 6 to 9 p.m. May 23 and 24: open to public, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Information and tickets to opening: 514-937-9471, info@theshaar.org.

May 23: JPPS-Bialik’s Donor Appreciation Gala Evening, 6:30 p.m., Kandy Gallery, 5629 Ferrier St. Proceeds support programs, facilities, financial aid. Chairs: Nadine Vogel Mardinger, Lydia Vogel Simeone. Amy Finkelstein, manager of fundraising, 514-731-3841, Local 263, amy.f@jppsbialik.ca, jppsbialik.ca.

May 23: Muscular Dystrophy Canada’s cabaret cocktail dînatoire, 6 p.m., Le Windsor, 1170 Peel St. Featuring live and silent auctions, cabaret-style music and dance. Honorary co-chairs: Glenn Watt, George Alexopoulos. $225. Kevin Harrison, 866-999-8909, kevin.harrison@muscle.ca, muscle.ca.

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May 24: Montreal Chamber Music Festival’s Gala Gastronomique benefit, 6 p.m., Marriott Château Champlain Ballroom, 1050 de la Gauchetière St. W. Music, fine dining, silent auction, performances. $425, $4,000 for tables of 10. 514-489-7444, info@festivalmontreal.org, festivalmontreal.org.

May 24: Trafalgar School for Girls’ Evening in the City, benefiting the school’s bursary program and library and LIFT programs, 7 p.m., 3495 Simpson St. Cocktail dînatoire and live/silent auctions. Adults $130, recent alumnae $50. Tickets: trafalgar.qc.ca. Kelly Carrier, 514-935-2644, Local 219, kcarrier@trafalgar.qc.ca.

May 24: VIP fundraising event benefiting Alzheimer Groupe AGI, West Island Women’s Shelter, AJOI and West Island Black Community Association, 6:30 p.m., Pierrefonds Cultural Centre, 13850 Gouin Blvd. W. $100 (tax receipts issued). Errol Johnson, 514-781-0890, errol.windell@gmail.com, westislandbluesfestival.com.

May 26: Shield of Athena Family Services Lilac Event 2018/2019 Membership Launch. Palace Reception Hall, 1717 Le Corbusier Blvd. 6 p.m. cocktails, 7 p.m. dinner and event. Supporting Shield’s network of services and new Second Step Resource for women and child victims of family violence. Featuring dinner and entertainment. $175 (includes pre-show cocktail party, priority seating). Polly, 514-274-8117, basf.polly@bellnet.ca.

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May 27: Montreal Canadiens Children’s Foundation and Sylvan Adams YM-YWHA’s Hockey de Rue: Together for the Kids. Street hockey tournament benefiting underprivileged children in Greater Montreal. Includes competitive and recreational tournament, Habs legends, Youppi, prizes, food and more. Sarah Malka, 514-737-6551, Local 568, hdr@ymywha.com, hockeyderue.com.

May 28: Annual JGH Silver Star Mercedes-Benz Golf Classic. Benefiting the JGH Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. Elm Ridge Country Club. Presented by Silver Star Mercedes. Chairs: Ted Matthews, Howard Dermer. Honouring the presidents of the JGH. Annette Goldman, 514-340-8222, Local 24602.

May 30: Canadian Red Cross fundraising event: A Humanitarian Port of Call. Jetée Alexandra, 200 de la Commune St. Chairs: Suzanne Legge Orr, Darryl White, CEO BMO Financial Group, Eric R. Laflèche, president/CEO Metro Inc. Honorary president: Michèle Dionne. Geneviève Dery, 514-362-2930, Local 3622928, genevieve.dery@redcross.ca.

May 31: Dinner With Friends benefiting Centaur Theatre, 5:30 p.m., Bonaparte Restaurant, 447 St-François-Xavier St. Featuring a gourmet dinner, English production of Michel Tremblay’s Hosanna, desserts and conversation with the cast. Elisa Desoer, 514-288-1229, Local 242, funddev@centaurtheatre.com, centaurtheatre.com.

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May 31: Cancer Research Society’s Urban BBQ, presented by RBC Royal Bank, benefiting the society, 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., Windsor Station. Co-hosted by actor/comedian Stéphane Rousseau and guest chef Ricardo. $500. Theme: Savour the Flavours of Argentina. Patricia, 514-861-9227, Local 228, psoulard@src-crs.ca, urbanbbq.ca.

June

June 1: Hellenic Ladies Benevolent Society’s Ilios Gala, for the benefit of its summer camp program and educational assistance for underprivileged children. Cocktails 6:30 p.m., dinner 7:30 p.m., Le Windsor, 1170 Peel St. Chairs: Cheria Kyres, Maggie Pagonis. Maggie Pagonis, 514-969-0000, mpagonis@pml.ca, Cheria Kyres, 514-889-9358, hlbs.ca.

June 1: Montreal Lakeshore Rotary Club charity auction, supporting platforms and organizations including the Lakeshore General Hospital Foundation and West Island Palliative Care, 6:30 p.m., Holiday Inn Pointe-Claire, 6700 Trans-Canada Highway. Murray Horn, 514-791-0680, mhorn129@me.com, rotarymontreallakeshore.org.

June 2: Theatre Lac Brome’s celebration of summer season performance event featuring raconteur/musician Gregory Charles, 6:30 p.m. at the newly revitalized theatre building. Includes cocktail dînatoire, conversation and performance with the artist. theatrelacbrome.ca.

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June 5: Open-Gate Game Day Gala at Congregation Shaar Hashomayim, supporting the Open Gate weekly program for aging seniors, 11:30 a.m., 450 Metcalfe Ave. Includes buffet luncheon followed by bridge, novice bridge, mah-jong and canasta, plus raffles, door prizes. Free valet parking. Reservations required. Tickets start at $60. 514-937-9471, info@theshaar.org.

June 6: Gala benefiting the Rosalind and Morris Goodman Cancer Research Centre at McGill University in support of the Lung Cancer Network: Collaborate to Cure, 6 p.m., McGill University Lower Campus, Roddick Gates entrance. Chair: Barry Pascal. Sponsorship opportunities and information: Élaine Lalonde, 514-398-3075, elaine-lalonde.gcrc@mcgill.ca.

June 7: Beth Zion’s annual scotch-tasting evening, benefiting the Beth Zion Congregation teen programming division. VIP 7 p.m., GA 7:30 p.m., 1 Sidney Shoham Place. Featuring rare expressions, hors d’oeuvres, over 40 single malt whiskeys. Shlomo Benarroch, 514-489-8411, info@bzscotchtasting.com.

June 7: Hudson Country Homes Tour, the primary fundraiser for St. James Anglican Church. Includes five visits to private homes and gardens. $30. hudsoncountryhomestour@gmail.com.

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June 8: Ritz-Carlton Montreal Grand Prix Party. Beneficiary TBA. Tickets available as of April. 514-842-4212, Local 1917.

June 12: Benjamin and Vanda Treiser Maison Shalom Inc. annual fundraising event: All That Jazz. Benefiting the professional home serving the physically, intellectually and emotionally disabled in a safe, stimulating environment. 7 p.m., Congregation Tifereth Beth David Jerusalem, 6519 Baily Rd. Featuring pop/jazz vocalist Andrea Superstein. Eva, 514-738-8708, treisermaisonshalom.com.

June 14: Chapeau Mont Royal, 11:30 a.m., Mount Royal Chalet. Gourmet benefit luncheon, supports Les amis de la montagne. Honorary president: Diana Ferrara Scalia, strategic advisor, Samcon. Hat and formal attire. $250, corporate table sponsors $2,500. chapeaumontroyal.com.

June 15: Lobster Lunch, the Business Rendez-vous, presented by Metro, noon to 2 p.m., Place Bonaventure. Benefiting Fondation Tel-jeunes, presented under the honorary chairmanship of Sean Finn, executive vice-president, corporate services/chief legal officer, CN. $325. Nathalie Deschamps, 514-288-1444, Local 222, ndeschamps@fondationteljeunes.org.

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June 16: WICA 25th-anniversary annual garden tour, 9 a.m. to noon, Dorval Museum, 1850 Lakeshore Drive. $25. 514-694-5850, info@wica-pcbo.com.

June 17: Segal Flix, annual musical fundraiser supporting the Segal Centre, 2 p.m., 7 p.m., Segal Centre for Performing Arts, 5170 Côte-Ste-Catherine Rd. 514-739-7944, Local 8350, youbethestar.segalcentre.org.

June 17: 15th West Island Blues Festival, D.D.O. Park, 12010 de Salaberry Blvd., benefiting West Island Women’s Shelter, Alzheimer Groupe AGI, AJOI, West Island Black Community Association and Literacy Unlimited. Free entrance. 514-781-0890, errol.windell@gmail.com.

June 18: 40th annual Cedars Golf Classic 18-hole tournament, supporting Cancer Care Mission at the Cedars Cancer Centre, 10:30 a.m. players’ brunch, 12:30 p.m. shotgun, 6 p.m. cocktail and dinner, Royal Montreal Golf Club. Anna Burgos, 514-656-6662, Local 222, Anna.burgos@cedarscancer.ca, cedars.ca.

June 18: Azrieli Gala honouring the Azrieli Family and Foundation, benefiting the Azrieli Directors Research Fund at the JGH Lady Davis Institute. Annette Goldman, 514-340-8222, Local 24602.

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June 20: Auxiliary Jewish General Hospital social outing, 10 a.m., McCord Museum. Featuring tour of two exhibits: Balenciaga, Master of Couture and Shalom Montreal. Lunch to follow at the museum, 690 Sherbrooke St. W. Chairs: Gloria Fenster, Eileen Fleischer, Judy Singer, Arlene Yufe. 514-340-8216, mcohen@jgh.mcgill.ca.

July

July 6: Umoja Reunion. Theme: Ain’t No Stopping Us Now. Cocktails 6:30 p.m., dinner 7:15 p.m., Hampton Inn and Suites, 1900 Trans-Canada Highway. An all-white affair. Phillip Alleyne, 514-638-1935.

July 7 and 8: 10th annual Ride to Conquer Cancer from Montreal to Quebec City, with overnight camping in Trois-Rivières. Title partner: Enbridge. Chairs: Édith Cloutier, Mario Rigante. Board champion: Gerald Issenman. New teams and sponsors welcome. Marie-Sandy Etiennette, 514-340-8222, Local 22763.

July 12: Canadian Hadassah-WIZO Montreal Centre annual Pro-Am for Kids Golf Tournament, Hillsdale Golf and Country Club. For players of all ages. Featuring a professional golfer from the Circuit Canada Pro Tour assigned to each team. 514-933-8461, chw.ca/montreal.

August

Aug. 5: Montreal Highland Games 41st VIP reception, benefiting Montreal Highland Games Society, the Douglas Institute. 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Douglas Institute outdoor grounds. $130, tables of 10 $1,500. 514-875-1353, Local 205, montrealhighlandgames.qc.ca.

Aug. 13: Annual Y Golf Tournament at Hillsdale Golf and Country Club. Supporting the Sylvan Adams YM-YWHA financial assistance program. Buffet lunch, food and drink along fairway, gifts, competitions and prizes. Sarah Malka, 514-737-6551, Local 568, smalka@ymywha.comymywha.com/support-our-y/participate-in-a-y-event.

Aug. 16: Congregation Beth Ora’s raffle draw, helping to support the Montreal Children’s Hospital Foundation, 2600 Badeaux St. Over $20,000 in prizes to be won. $125. Mireille, 514-748-6559, Local 106, mireille@bethora.org, bethora.org.

Aug. 25: Strangers in the Night gala. Edibles from 85+ restaurants and local and international celebrity entertainment. VIP 5 p.m., preferred guests 6 p.m. 514-945-3347, strangersinthenight.ca.

September

Sept. 5: CHW Montreal’s annual bridge, mah-jong and canasta luncheon, Elm Ridge Golf Club. Members of the Tel Hai Chapter invite players of all levels. 514-933-8461, chw.ca/montreal.

Sept. 9: Ovarian Cancer Canada Walk of Hope. Annual 5 km walk through Parc Angrignon (3400 Trinitaires Blvd.). Children and dogs welcome. Arrival 8:30 a.m. ovariancanada.org/Events-Support/Find-Local-Events/2018/September/The-2018-Ovarian-Cancer-Canada-Walk-of-Hope

Sept. 9: Fuller Landau’s annual Cedars CanSupport Dragon Boat Race and Festival, benefiting Cedars CanSupport, Promenade Père-Marquette, 2105 Lachine Blvd. 20 paddlers per boat. Rain or shine. Julia Kaplan, 514-656-6662, Local 227, Julia.kaplan@cedarscancer.ca, cedarsdragons.ca.

Sept. 16: 18th Y Cycle for Special Needs, Hillsdale Golf and Country Club. Benefiting a trust fund in support of inclusion programming at the Sylvan Adams YM-YWHA Special Needs Department and Special Needs Family Camp at the Harry Bronfman Y Country Camp. Riders choose from a 36 km, 60 km or 100 km guided scenic bike route. Registration: cycle.ymywha.com. Lara Goldenberg, 514-737-6551, Local 228, ycycle@ymywha.com.

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