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Get social Montreal! Your 2019/2020 fall and winter social calendar

Voilà the season’s most enticing offerings, from fundraising soirées to benefit events to action-packed daytime adventures.

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The chill is in the air, which means the latest social season is upon us. IS. IT. EVER! So, without further ado, voilà the season’s most enticing offerings, from fundraising soirées to benefit events to action-packed daytime adventures. Also: Get blast-ready for next week’s supersized Social Notes takeoff! Major fête fab is unfolding and yours truly is itching to share. (For the 24-hour social diet: diaryofasocialgal.com.)

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Please note that some events may have been assigned to other listings or calendars.

October

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Oct. 16: Camp Amy Molson 75th Anniversary Cocktail Dinatoire. Marking 75 years of summer experiences leaving lasting imprints on campers’ lives. 6 p.m., Mount Royal Tennis Club, 2106 Grey Ave. Shauna, 514-484-9919, sjoyce@campamymolson.com. $80 in advance, $95 at door; $40 for 30 and under ($45 at door). Tickets, donations: form.jotform.com/72616928394973. Information: campamymolson.com.

Oct. 16: AMI-Quebec Action on Mental IllnessInvites You To Dance The Night Away At “AMI Rocks!” 6:30 p.m., Corona Theatre, 2490 Notre-Dame St. W. Featuring live musical entertainment, special dance performance by mental-health advocate Mike “bboy Piecez” Prosserman plus hors d’oeuvres, bar and a raffle of two Air Canada tickets. MC is the incomparable Andy Nulman. General admission $180, young adults (18-35) $25. Tickets: amiquebec.org/AmiRocks, or 514-486-1448. 

Oct. 18: 9th Annual “Let’s Bond” Urban Ball. Supporting mental health with proceeds going to Fondation Jeunes en Tête and the Douglas Foundation. Over $1.3 million raised to date! 9:30 p.m., Le Salon 1861, 550 Richmond St. 2019 event with Taj Lake Palace theme inspired by the James Bond movie, Octopussy, promises to be the most breathtaking and festive ever! letsbond.ca.

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Oct. 18-24: Shop for a Cause Pop-up Clothing Sale. Supporting homeless women at the Old Brewery Mission. Espace 8, 4040 St. Laurent Blvd. To donate and/or attend: 438-796-5687, info@shopforacause.ca, shopforacause.ca.

Oct. 22-24:7th Au Contraire Film Festivalat Cinéma du Musée. Featuring awareness, education, discussion and entertainment, nine Canadian premières, four North American premières and one special Quebec viewing, as ACFF showcases edgy, thought-provoking films exploring mental-health issues from multiple perspectives. 1379-A Sherbrooke St. W., 514-798-0791, acff.ca.

Debutantes and their dates at the 2017 Viennese Ball.
Debutantes and their dates at the 2017 Viennese Ball. Photo by Peter McCabe /MONTREAL GAZETTE

Oct 23: Cedars Private Shopping Night at Holt Renfrew. 6-9 p.m., Holt Renfrew, 1300 Sherbrooke St. W. A special evening of shopping with 10 per cent of net sales benefiting the Cedars Cancer Foundation in support of patient care, research and education in the fight against cancer. $75. Natalia Kalbarczyk, 514-656-6662, Local 228, natalia.kalbarczyk@cedarscancer.ca, cedars.ca.

Oct 23:Saving Station Foundation Fundraising Gala. 5:30 p.m., Omni Mont-Royal Hotel, 1050 Sherbrooke St. W. Funds support the foundation’s fight to eliminate youth substance abuse. Inspiring eve with Alvin Powell features MC Terry DiMonte, raffles / auctions and very special guest Chris “Knuckles” Nilan! Kathy Holland, 514-421-5510, savingstationfoundation.com.

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Oct. 23: Montreal Lakeshore University Women’s Club (MLUWC) Scholarship Dinner Fundraiser MLUWC Goes Italian. 6:30 p.m., Karnak Shrine Centre, 3350 Sources Blvd. $65 (taxes and tip included). 514-637-9598, mluwc.com.

The 2018 Fondation Jeunes en Tête St. Valentine’s Ball at Windsor Station.
The 2018 Fondation Jeunes en Tête St. Valentine’s Ball at Windsor Station. Photo by Dan Prokopowicz

Oct. 23: Fifth Annual Gala Benefit, A Brilliant Night. Supporting brain cancer research at the Montreal Neurological Institute and Hospital (aka The Neuro). Windsor Station, 1100 Canadiens-de-Montréal Ave. Fifth year promises to shine brighter than ever! $200. 514-398-1851, abrilliantnight.com.

Oct. 24: Youth Employment Services (YES) Annual Tune in to YES Benefit Event and Silent Auction. 6-9 p.m., St. Jax Montreal, 1439 Ste-Catherine St. W. Fun-filled fundraiser brings together business professionals and community leaders interested in helping jobseekers, entrepreneurs and artists in Quebec. Featuring live circus entertainment by Le Monastère, open bar (beer, wine and soda), food, silent auction, prizes and more! $150 (partial tax receipts issued). Limited number of VIP Experience packages also available. Chair, Samantha Bateman. Honourable chair, Evan Bush. Tickets: tuneintoyes.com, or 514-878-9788, Local 307, fa@yesmontreal.ca.

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Oct. 24: Chabad Lifeline In Collaboration With Au Contraire Film Festival Present An Evening on Sex Addiction. Montreal Museum of Fine Arts. Featuring keynote speaker Lamar Odom, two-time NBA champ who has appeared on the TV series Keeping Up With the Kardashians, who will speak about fame, addiction and lessons learned. $100. 514-668-7813.

Oct. 24: Gala des Émilie Benefiting Montreal Sacré-Coeur Hospital Foundation. 6 p.m., Hotel Sheraton Laval, 2440 Autoroute des Laurentides. Co-presidents BMO Financial Group Quebec operations president Claude Gagnon and Caisse senior managing director and head of strategic partnerships, developed markets, Mario Therrien. Includes beautiful cocktail, four-course dinner, dancing with live band, and Pénélope McQuade as MC! Stéphane Côté, 514-338-2303, Local 9. fondationhscm.org.

Oct. 24: Saint Columba House Art Vernissage and Sale. 6-8 p.m. Over 45 works of art to be sold, all created by Hand-In-Hand, Saint Columba House’s intellectually challenged adult group. Tickets: info@saintcolumbahouse.org. 

Oct. 25: Trafalgar School for Girls Homecoming and Reunion Events: Trafalgar Ross Lecture, cocktail reception for all Old Girls, Ristorante Beatrice, 6-8:30 p.m. $50, $30 for recent grads (’09-’19). All events benefit the Trafalgar Ross Foundation and bursaries. Sharon Cozens, 514-935-2644, Local 237, cozens@trafalgar.qc.ca.

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Oct. 25: Pink in the City Masquerade Ball. Benefiting the MUHC’s Breast Clinic’s Wellness Program. An exciting and fun event comprising part of the McGill University Health Centre (MUHC) Foundation, in support of the Research Institute at the Glen site. Embassy Plaza, 1003 Curé-Labelle Blvd. Maria Arvanitis, 514-934-1934, Local 35880, events@muhcfoundation.com.

Oct. 26:The Jewish General Hospital Foundation and Auxiliary’s Healing Through Song Benefit Concert with David Marino. Benefiting the JGH’s Mental Health Programs. 7:30 p.m., Concordia University, 7141 Sherbrooke St. W. Tickets: 514-340-8222, Local 23986. 

Oct. 26:Carmosino Wealth Management presents Costumes for CURE with Epic Theme: Studio 54, in support of the CURE Foundation. Attire: Your best ’70s themed look! Featuring a beautiful cocktail dinatoire and open bar. Time Supper Club, 997 St-Jacques St. W. See @costumesforcure on Instagram for fab costume inspo! #AREYOUONTHELIST, 514-381-CURE, rdalton@curefoundation.com, Fojan, 514-947-7278.

Oct. 26: 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., Plaza Universel, 5000 Sherbrooke St. E. $100. 18+. Facebook.com/kidsforlifefoundation. George Theodoropoulos, 514-262-8811, jmardreams@hotmail.com.

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Oct. 26: Garden Tea Party and Fashion Show. Supporting the Mary Kay Ash Charity, aiding women living with cancer and those affected by domestic violence. Doors open noon, 3350 Sources Blvd. $30. Stylish event also features silent auction! 514-972-1654.

Oct. 27: Hellenic Ladies Benevolent Society High Tea Event. 2 p.m., Palace Reception Hall, 1717 Le Corbusier Blvd. Tickets and information: Sandra Khoury, 514-737-6800.

Oct. 27: B’nai Brith Music Brunch for Seniors. Featuring entertainment by The Absolutes and a delicious kosher brunch! Adath Synagogue, 223 Harrow Cres. $10. Please reserve at 514-482-4252 Ext. 1.

Oct. 29: Concerts dans les Grandes Maisons fundraising event benefiting the Montreal Chamber Music Festival. 6 p.m. Gorgeous concert soirée presented under the auspices of Phyllis Lambert, features artists Ulysses Quartet and Denis Brott, and includes wonderful cocktail dinatoire! $300, $550 for 2 (tax receipt) Julie Brott, 514-489-7444, info@festivalmontreal.org, festivalmontreal.org.

November

Nov. 1: St. Mary’s 82nd Annual Ball. 6:30 p.m. Champagne Cocktail, Windsor Station, 1100 Canadiens-de-Montreal Ave. Under the esteemed leadership of Anne-Marie Boucher and husband Mitch Garber. Celebrating the core values that strengthen the St. Mary’s community, from welcoming thousands of newborns every year to end of life with dignity and respect. Featuring Paul Chacra and 1945, silent auction, dancing, Ristorante Beatrice catering, and more. Attire: black tie, evening gown. Kris Hebert, 514-734-2694, Kris.Hebert.comtl@ssss.gouv.qc.ca. 

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Nov. 1: Rotary Club of Montreal West & NDG’s Annual All You Can Eat Oyster Fest Fundraiser. 6.30 p.m., Montreal West Town Hall, 50 Westminister Ave. S. $60. Silent auction. Tickets: vincent.occhinero@sci-us.com.

Nov. 1: Theresa Foundation’s 10th Annual Benefit Concert. All proceeds support grandmothers and orphans in three villages in Malawi. 7 p.m., Westmount Park Church, 4695 de Maisonneuve Blvd. W. Doors open 7 p.m., $30. theresafoundation.com.

Nov. 2: Montreal Chinese Hospital Foundation Annual Gala — The Butterfly Lovers Gala. 5:30 p.m., Hotel Bonaventure, 900 de la Gauchetière St. W. A magnificent fundraising charity gala honouring the 101st year of service of the Montreal Chinese Hospital and marking the launch of a three-year $1.5-million campaign to help improve the wellbeing of hospital residents. The campaign will lay the foundation to reach toward such goals as the improvement of the outdoor living space and search for seed financing for the construction of a not-for-profit intermediate resource centre. General $350, tables $3,500, corporate tables $6,000. Linda Yee, 514-871-0961, Local 248, linda.yee.ccsmtl@ssss.gouv.qc.ca.

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Nov. 2: 9th Annual Remembrance High Tea Fundraiser. Benefiting Entraide Bénévole Métro, a community organization offering services to seniors 65 years and older living in downtown Montreal and Westmount. Doors open 12:30 p.m.; High Tea, 1 p.m. The Lighthouse, 2154 Ste-Catherine St. W. Entertainment, door prizes. Fascinators optional. $25. Tickets (not available at door): 514-939-9575, ebm.cam.org.

Nov. 2: Temple Emanu-El-Beth Sholom Fall Fundraiser featuring new YidLive Comedy Show By YidLife Crisis. VIP cocktail, 6:30 p.m., show, 8 p.m. Proceeds support temple’s spiritual, cultural and educational programs. Also on the agenda: door prizes, an auction and more. 514-937-3575, Local 214, Ydlivecomedy@gmail.com.

Nov. 2: Soirée En Or Gala. 6 p.m., La Gare Viger 755 Berri St. Golden fundraising event by the Montreal General Hospital Foundation in collaboration with the Cedars Cancer Foundation benefits the Program for Innovative Therapeutics in Chest and Esophago-Gastric Cancers. $375. A glittering gala experience. Natalia Kalbarczyk, 514-656-6662, Local 228, Natalia.kalbarczyk@cedarscancer.ca, cedars.ca.

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Nov. 2: 18th Splash & Dash. 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., McGill University Sports Complex, 475 Pine Ave. W. Signature event for Sarah’s Fund at the Cedars Cancer Foundation supports vital programs and services that improve the lives of young cancer patients and their families at the Montreal Children’s Hospital. Wendy Lutfy, 514-656-6662, Local 226, wendy.lutfy@cedarsevents.ca, cedars.ca.

Nov. 2: Church of St. Andrew and St. Paul Fall Fair, 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.,3419 Redpath. Featuring baki preserves, Asian objects, books, Christmas decorations, jewellery, linens and lace, treasures, household and decorative items, electronics and children’s toys! Coffee, muffins and lunch available. 514-913-5592, communications@standrewstpaul.com.

Nov. 2: Harmonies, the 59th Montreal Museum of Fine Arts Ball. 6 p.m., 1379 Sherbrooke St. W. Fundraising soirée marks the inauguration of the new Stephan Crétier and Stéphany Maillery Wing, featuring the Arts of One World — an impressive assembly of works from the MMFA collection originating in different countries and presented with a historical, intercultural perspective. Co-presidents are Marc Parent, CAE president and CEO, and Jean Raby, Natixis Investment Managers CEO. Anne-Isabelle Pronkin, 514-285-1600, Local 306, apronkin@mbamtl.org, mbam.qc.ca/en/foundation/museum-ball/.

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Nov. 2-3:Fête Polonaise. Nov. 2, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Nov. 3, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. St-Antonin Church, 5361 Snowdon St. Funds support relief for children and seniors with disabilities. Includes hot and cold traditional Polish dishes and desserts, display and sale of amber and handmade jewellery, folk art, Peruvian Alpaca products, clothing, books, cosmetics and more. 450-433-1321.

Nov. 4: My Big Fat Greek Fundraiser 2. 7 p.m., Estiatorio Milos, 5357 Parc Ave. Hosted with love by Linda Smith and Andrew Hops and benefiting the Miriam Foundation. $250. Erin Matheson, event coordinator, Miriam Foundation, 514-345-1300, Local 132, erinm@miriamfoundation.ca, miriamfoundation.ca.

Nov. 4-6: Cummings Centre’s Annual Craft Show. Nov. 4, noon-6:30 p.m.; Nov. 5, 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Nov. 6, 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. 5700 Westbury Ave. Featuring one-of-a-kind gifts for the entire family made by artisans from the Maurice Pollack Craft Centre and Mendels Family Woodshop, including children’s furniture, tea boxes, toys, stools, wooden items, jewellery, miniature paintings, greetings cards and more. Free admission. Michal Katz, 514-734-1789.

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Nov. 5: Canadian Hadassah-WIZO Montreal Centre (CHW)’sAnnual Art Auction At Kandy Gallery. 7:30 p.m., Kandy Gallery, 5629 Ferrier St. 2019 honouree and renowned artist John Barkley plus more artists. Hors d’oeuvres, cocktails and special tasting of Israeli wines. $125, $75 (35 and under). Alanna Elias, 514-933-8461, chw.ca/chw-centres/montreal/events/.

Nov. 5: Party in Paradise atCentaur Theatre. 6 p.m., 453 St-François-Xavier. Fabulous annual soirée benefiting the Centaur Theatre features decadent cocktail dinatoire, great auctions and more. Jennifer Bisson, 514-288-1229, Local 240, centaurtheatre.com/support/events/.

Nov. 6: First Annual Cocktail for Women Presidents and Leaders. 6 p.m. In support of the YWCA. Organized by RJV Communications and hosted by Desjardins at Complexe Desjardins. Honorary chair Marie-Hugette Cormier, executive vice-president Desjardins; MC Geneviève Borne. 250$. Includes dining cocktails. rjv@rjvcom.com.

Nov. 6: Atwater Library Annual Benefit Cocktail Party. 6 p.m., 1200 Atwater Ave. Guest of honour Paul K. Marchand. The evening will benefit the library’s community educational and cultural programs and features music by the Dave Turner Jazz Trio, silent auction and smoked meat. $150 (with $125 tax receipt). Online purchase: atwaterlibrary.ca. Tanya Mayhew, 514-935-7344.

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Nov. 8: Team Frank Africa Fundraiser. Helping to build a third school. 6-9 p.m., Lower Canada College (LCC), 4090 Royal Ave. $100. Featuring NBG, Hello123, Snowdon Deli and others plus wine, beer, sangria and DJ! Tickets and info: Kimmy Chedel, 514-849-1574, teamfrankafrica@gmail.com, teamfrankafrica.org.

Nov. 10: Spectrum Productions 10th Annual Gala. 5-9 p.m., Rialto Theatre, 5723 Parc Ave. Family-friendly screening showcases the films of over 60 youth on the autism spectrum. productionsspectrum.com.

Nov. 10:Shield of Athena Family Services25th Annual Art Auction. Thursday’s Montreal Bistro, 1449 Crescent St. Supporting the shelter and Shield’s network of services for victims of family violence. Featuring exhibit and cocktail from 2:30-4:30 p.m., live auction of the works of 20 gifted local and international artists, and benefit dinner from 5 p.m. A wonderful door prize too! Ambassadors are Tatiana Londono of The Londono Group, and Gazette Diary of a Social Gal founder Jennifer Campbell. Co-chairs Gus Masoud and Samantha Regimbal. $150. Polly, 514-274-8117, shieldofathena.com.

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Nov. 11: 60 million girls’ Annual Fundraising Conference. Supporting girls’ education projects in the developing world. 6-9 p.m., BAnQ, 475 de Maisonneuve Blvd. E. Featuring cocktails and canapés. $100 (tax receipt $75). 514-234-1174, 60milliongirls.org.

Nov. 12: JDRF DIA-BEAT-IT Gala. In support of Type1 Diabetes research. 6 p.m., The Windsor Ballrooms, 1170 Peel St. Honorary president Pierre Laporte of Deloitte LLP. $600 (tables available too). Featuring cocktails (6 p.m.), dinner (7 p.m.), live music, dancing and raffles / silent auctions! 514-744-5537, srosenblatt@jdrf.ca, diabeatit.ca. 

Nikki Yanofsky will perform at the “Believe” Benefit concert on Nov. 13.
Nikki Yanofsky will perform at the “Believe” Benefit concert on Nov. 13. Montreal International Jazz Festival

Nov. 13: “Believe” Benefit Concert. In support of The Centre for the Arts in Human Development. Special guests Nikki Yanofsky, cantors Daniel Benlolo, Adam Stotland. 7:30 p.m., Oscar Peterson Concert Hall, 7141 Sherbrooke St. W. Information: Lenore Vosberg, cahd@concordia.ca, 514-848-8616, concordia.ca/cahdbenefit.

Nov. 14Federation CJA’s Women’s Philanthropy Presents MTL Challah Bake. 6:30-9 p.m., Crowne Plaza, 6600 Côte-de-Liesse Rd. $36. 514-345-2645, Local 3295. Debbie.blond@federationcja.org. Registration: federationcja.org/mtlchallah.

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Nov. 15: West Island Women’s Shelter’s 2019 Pumps & Pearls Gala. 6 p.m., Le Crystal, 5285 Henri-Bourassa Blvd. W. A spectacular fundraising gala in store! Beverly, 514-833-1294, wiws.shelter@gmail.comwiws.ca/pumps-pearls.

Nov. 15: 13th anniversary of Rock for Dimes Montreal. Benefiting March of Dimes Canada’s programs and services for Canadians with disabilities. 8 p.m., Paradoxe Theatre, 5959 Monk Blvd. 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 7292, mstewart@marchofdimes.ca.

Nov. 16: St. Lambert United Church Women’s Annual Christmas Tea and Sale. 2-4 p.m. Memorial Hall, 415 Mercille Ave. $10. Information: 450-671-6003. Contact: Carolyn Gould, 450-671-5820, c.gould@sympatico.ca.

Nov. 16: Lakeshore General Hospital Foundation Ball. Benefiting the hospital. 6 p.m., Montreal Airport Marriott In-Terminal Hotel, 800 Place Leigh-Capreol. An evening of great food, fine wine and live entertainment! Information: fondationlakeshore.ca, Roxane Aubin, 514-630-2081, Local 3.

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Nov. 16: Viennese Ball of Montreal, presented under the patronage of Austrian Ambassador Stefan Pehringer. Benefiting SOS Children’s Villages, McGill’s Schulich School of Music, LOVE (Leave Out Violence), Alexander von Humboldt German International School, DSQ German language schools and other youth initiatives. 7 p.m., Marriott Château Champlain, 1 Place du Canada. Guest of honour Patrick Corrigan, Opéra de Montréal general director. Ball president Astri Prugger. Theme, 150th Anniversary Vienna State Opera. Featuring three live orchestras, debutante presentation, opera and ballet performance, door prize, casino, silent auction and a Viennese musical wine tavern until 3 a.m.! $275, $175 for 35 and under, special 11 p.m. glass slipper ticket: $75. Tickets:1-800-304-0193, balviennoisdemontreal.org. Debutantes: 514-426-5272. astriprugger@gmail.com.

Nov. 17: ICRF Women of Action 14th Annual Luncheon, featuring luminaries from the world of business: Mandy and Rebecca Wolfe, owners/founders of Mandy’s; community: Nathalie Hazan, founder/president of Raison d’Art; and science: Dr. Livia Garzia, PhD, assistant professor in the Faculty of Surgery, Division of Orthopedic Surgery and Principal Investigator at the Research Institute, McGill University Health Centre. Le Windsor, 1170 Peel St. Honourary chair Dale Boidman; co-chairs Alana Geller, Michelle Lipper, Lea Moss and Alana Wexler Schwartz. Keynote speaker Kris Carr, New York Times bestselling author, wellness activist and cancer thriver. 514-481-2723, icrfmontreal.org.

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Nov. 17: Cedars Symphony for the Bell. 4 p.m., St. Andrew and St. Paul Church, 3415 Redpath St. Stéphane Tétreault joins I Medici di McGill, under maestro Gilles Auger, for a stunning benefit concert supporting the Bell Fund Comfort Kits. $30 (general), $90 (patrons and reserved seating), $10 (students).
Natalia Kalbarczyk, 514-656-6662, Local 228, Natalia.kalbarczyk@cedarscancer.ca, cedars.ca.

Nov. 20: Gala des Grands Chefs Montreal. Dedicated to the Montreal business community; organized by the Canadian Cancer Society (CSC). 5:30-10:30 p.m., Room 710, Palais des Congrès, 1001 Place Jean-Paul-Riopelle. Featuring six gastronomic courses for 600 guests prepared by top chefs in the region, with exclusive wine service by prominent sommelier. A culinary adventure! Honourary presidents Benoit Durand, Anne Marchiori. Sponsorships available. Maelys Bouiller, 514-255-5151, Local 22406, maelys.bouillier@quebec.cancer.ca. galadesgrandschefs.ca.

Nov. 21: Hôpital Maisonneuve-Rosemont Foundation’s À Votre Santé! In support of the future Hôpital Maisonneuve-Rosemont Integrated Cancer Centre Research. 6 p.m., Grand Quay, Port of Montreal, 200 de la Commune St. W. Champagne cocktail event — featuring perfect pairings of Laurent Perrier champagnes with bite-sized delicacies — kicks off Montréal Passion Vin weekend in style while honouring the cocktail’s eighth anniversary and celebrating spokesperson Dominique Michel’s eighth year of remission! Eliane Tessier 514-252-3435 etessier@fondationhmr.ca fondationhmr.ca.

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Nov. 21: Benefit Concert for the Kidney Foundation of Canada. Doors open 6 p.m., concert by OSM at 8 p.m. Maison Symphonique, 1600 St-Urbain St. $250. Includes cocktail, desserts and champagne served after the concert! 514-938-4515, local 233, kidney.ca/concert.

Nov. 22: St. Andrew’s Ball. Silent-auction proceeds support the Douglas Institute. Cocktails 6:30 p.m., dinner 8 p.m, Marriott Château Champlain, 1 Place du Canada. Guests of honour Peter McAuslan and Ellen Bounsall. Chair, Guthrie Stewart. An evening of dining, dancing and pageantry! Attire: Formal evening dress / Highland dress / miniatures. 514-842-2030, info@standrews.qc.ca, standrewsball.com.

Nov. 24-25: Cummings West in partnership with Congregation Beth Tikvah presents an art show local artists. Sunday Nov. 24, 1-7 p.m. (vernissage) and Monday Nov. 25, 1-7 p.m. (exhibition), 136 Westpark Blvd. Admission free. Nicole Sebag, 514-734-1762, cummingscentre.org.

Nov. 25: Emunah Montreal Fall Gala. Supporting the Achuzat Sara Children’s Village, an Emunah project in Israel. Honourees Vicky Shizgal and Estee Ross Deutscher. Beth Zion Congregation, 5740 Hudson Ave. Lisa Hamaoui, 514-485-2397, montreal@emunahcanada.orgemunahcanada.org.

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Nov. 26: Ben Weider Educational Centre’s annual Feast of the Nations Gala featuring Kol Esperanza, a trio singing the best of opera, Broadway, pop, Jewish, Israeli and Italian favourites. A must for music lovers! 5-9 p.m., Shaar Hashomayim, 450 Kensington Ave. Honouree Terry Pomerantz, CEO, TRAMS Property Management and director, Pomerantz Foundation. $360 (tax receipt for $260). Rifka, 438-800-1062. 

Nov. 30: Best Gift Fund Holiday Concert, devoted to raising money to buy toys for underprivileged families at Christmas. Organized by Trinity United Church’s youth. All toys donated to Sun Youth. 3050 Rosemont Blvd. $10.  kids@trinityuc.net, trinityuc.net. 

December

Dec. 1:Just for Kids Foundation’s Annual Glee 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 Montreal Children’s Hospital (MCH) and support initiatives improving quality of care. Chairs, Ali Greenberg, Joanne Toulch. 514-989-7673, reception@jfkfoundation.ca, jfkglee.com.

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Dec. 3-4:Donald Berman Maimonides Battle of the Bands. Doors open 6:15 p.m., VIP Cocktail 5:30 p.m., Mtelus, 59 Ste-Catherine E. Theme: “Welcome Back … to Woodstock!” Presenting sponsor, National Bank-Private Banking 1859. Special guest, John Sebastian of The Lovin’ Spoonful. Karen Flam, 514-483-2121, Local 2307.

John Sebastian, seen here in 2013, is a special guest at the Dec. 3-4 Donald Berman Maimonides Battle of the Bands.
John Sebastian, seen here in 2013, is a special guest at the Dec. 3-4 Donald Berman Maimonides Battle of the Bands. Photo by Charles Norfleet /Getty Images

Dec. 7: Briarwood Presbyterian Church’s Annual Christmas Bake Sale. Benefiting the work of the church. 9 a.m. to noon, 70 Beaconsfield Blvd. Featuring cakes, squares, cookies, jam and jellies. Everyone welcome! Nancy, 514-695-1879, info@briarwoodpresbyterianchurch.ca.

Dec. 8: Annual ORT Gala. Benefiting Jewish Education. 6 p.m., Salle Wilfrid-Pelletier, Place des Arts, 175 Ste-Catherine St. W. Entertainment by super-magician Mat Franco, winner of NBC’s America’s Got Talent, currently presiding over his own show in Vegas. Honourees, Jonathan Goodman, Jeff Hart, Dean Mendel, Gideon Pollack. Co-chairs, Debra Margles, Lorne Wiseman. Includes reception dinatoire. Valerie Abitbol, 514-481-2787, info@ortmontreal.org, ortmontreal.org.

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Dec. 9: 4th Annual Fundraising Concert Event: Christmas Carols for Research. Presented under the auspices of the Jewish General Hospital Foundation in support of oncological surgeon and researcher Mark Basik’s research towards a cure for breast cancer. Cocktails 6-7 p.m., MMFA, Bourgie Room, 1339 Sherbrooke St. W. Much anticipated concert with Basik serving as conductor over approximately 30 beautiful voices! Gregory Charles is MC. jghfoundation.akaraisin.com/Common/Event/Home.aspx?seid=17799&mid=8.

Dec. 10: Cedars Auction & Raffle Soirée 6 p.m., Le Windsor, 1170 Peel St. A tradition adored by thousands boasting amazing culinary stations, supports MUHC Psychosocial Oncology Program. $175. Natalia Kalbarczyk, 514-656-6662, Local 221, Natalia.Kalbarczyk@cedarscancer.ca, cedars.ca.

Dec. 11:The Annual Toy Tea for Children, providing toys for more than 5,000 children in Quebec shelters. 9:30 a.m to 2:30 p.m., Victoria Hall, 4626 Sherbrooke St. W. Featuring wonderful performances by school choirs and proudly marking its 28th anniversary! Admission: one new non-violent toy or donation. 514-792-8961, toyteamontreal.org.

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Dec. 12:Auxiliary Jewish General Hospital’s benefit evening of the play Late Company. Supporting the JGH Youth Service Psychiatric Outpatient Clinic. 7 p.m., Segal Centre for Performing Arts, 5170 Côte-Ste-Catherine Rd. Chairs Liz Shulkin, Sharon Singer. 514-340-8216.

Dec. 15: B’nai Brith Music Brunch for Seniors. Featuring entertainment by The Bagg Street Klezmer Band and a delicious kosher brunch! Adath Synagogue, 223 Harrow Cres. $10. Please reserve at 514-482-4252 Ext. 1.

Dec. 21: Team Frank Africa Fundraiser, helping to build their third school. 4-10 p.m., Mont Habitant, 12 Chemin des Skieurs, St-Sauveur. $100 includes ski lift ticket, ski race entry (optional) and dinner in the bar! Kimmy Chedel, 514-849-1574, teamfrankafrica@gmail.com teamfrankafrica.org.

Dec. 22: Hellenic Ladies Benevolent Society (HLBS) Annual Family Christmas Luncheon. Beautiful event benefits underprivileged families in the Hellenic Community of Montreal. 12:30 p.m., 40 Westt, 2305 Trans-Canada Highway. Ticket info: Labrini Alevras, 514-813-8616, laby@alevras.ca. 

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January

Jan. 27:Red & White Benefit EveningSupporting West Island Community Shares. 5:30-10 p.m., 40 Westt, 2305 Trans-Canada Highway. Featuring cocktail, oyster bar, gourmet meal, fine wines and auctions! 514-695-8694, Local 107, racha@partageaction.ca, communityshares.ca/events.

Scene from the 2019 Red & White Benefit evening.
Scene from the 2019 Red & White Benefit evening. Photo by Tim Snow

February

Feb. 1: Black Theatre Workshop’s Vision Celebration Gala. 5:30 p.m., Omni Hotel, 1050 Sherbrooke St. W. Martin Luther King Jr. Achievement Award honouree H. Nigel Thomas. Plus: cocktails, dinner, entertainment, dancing! Early Birds $125, general $135 (tax receipts available). Adele Benoit 514-932-1104, Local 221. blacktheatreworkshop.ca/vision2020/.

Feb. 3: 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 and to support initiatives improving quality of care. Venue Le Windsor Ballroom, 1170 Peel St. Chairs Allyson Kassie, Arabella Decker. For tickets: 514-989-7673, reception@jfkfoundation.ca, jfkfoundation.ca.

Feb. 13: Fondation Jeunes en Tête St. Valentine’s Ball. Benefiting the foundation. 6 p.m., Windsor Station, 1100 Canadiens-de-Montréal Ave. Information/organizer: Cava Rose 514-282-0767.

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Feb. 14: West Island Palliative Care Residence 21st Annual Valentine’s Ball. 6:30 p.m., Château Vaudreuil Pavillion, 21700 Trans-Canada Highway. Featuring a silent auction throughout the fab festivities! Attire: Black tie, evening gown. Jessica Newey 514-693-1718, Local 227, jnewey@wipcr.ca.

Feb. 20: Open Minds / Ouverts d’esprit: The Douglas Foundation’s annual benefit for mental health research and patient care. 6:30 p.m., Paradox Theatre, 5959 Monk Blvd. Fabulous jeans-chic night will delight! $225 ($125 for 35 and under). 514-762-3003. foundation@douglas.mcgill.caouvertsdesprit.ca.

H. Nigel Thomas is the Martin Luther King Jr. Achievement Award honouree at the Feb. 1: Black Theatre Workshop’s Vision Celebration Gala.
H. Nigel Thomas is the Martin Luther King Jr. Achievement Award honouree at the Feb. 1: Black Theatre Workshop’s Vision Celebration Gala. Photo by Dave Sidaway /Montreal Gazette

Feb. 13: Les amis de la montagne’s 23rd Tuques Bleues benefit eEvent. Beloved winter event in support of environmental conservation programs features a snowshoe race — or walk — followed by an evening of great gastronomy and fun at the Mount Royal Chalet. A. Fratino, 514-843-8240, Local 262, afratino@lemontroyal.qc.ca, tuquesbleues.com.

Feb. 22: Special 13th anniversary Women of Hope “Great Gatsby” 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! womenofhope.ca, 514-696-9873. $20 tax receipt issued per ticket and charitable tax receipt for all donations.

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