Neighbourhood Notes

Dorval Elementary Pre-K School

The bilingual, structured program, now going on its 18th year, is a half-day (Monday to Thursday) pedagogical program designed to ready the children for their kindergarten year. Open House will take place on January 24 and January 25 from 9:15 a.m. to 2:45 p.m. For info, please call Antonella Baratta at 514-947-7899 (dorvalelementarypre-k@sympatico.ca).

Dorval Preschool Coop

The Dorval Preschool Coop offers 3- and 4- year-olds a bilingual learn-through-play program to prepare children for kindergarten at the Sarto Desnoyers Center (1335 Lakeshore Road). The learn-through-play philosophy is realized with a dynamic curriculum of themes, play stations and opportunities to explore and socialize. Open house on February 1st from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. To get an appointment call at 514-633-4000.

Dorval Strathmore Pre-kindergarten

Bilingual, structured program, 4 year old pre-kindergarten program, operates Monday through Thursday from 8:45 to 11:45 a.m. Your child must be four years old by September 30th 2011 to be admissible (some exceptions do apply). Children do not have to satisfy eligibility requirements for English Education in Quebec to attend our pre-k nor are they required to be residents of Dorval. For information please call 514-947-7899 (dorval.strathmore.pre-k@bell.net).

PBCA Comedy Night

As part of the Dorval Winter Carnival, the Pine Beach Citizens Association (PBCA) sponsors Comedy Night on Thursday, February 9 at 7 p.m. Italian dinner ($19 each) with three great comedians at the PBCA, 1510 Herron Road, in Dorval. Get a gang together. For information, please call Wayland Amy, President, Pine Beach Citizens Association, at 514-631-8011.

Klondike Night in Dorval

A night of fun, game playing and prizes for preschoolers to 12 years old will be held during the Dorval Winter Carnival at the Surrey Community Center, 1945 Parkfield Ave. on Friday, February 10, 2012 at 6:30 p.m. Admission $2.00. Information: 514-633-4001 or 514-626-7910.

“Elaine’s Fish & Chips”

The Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 245, 575 Jean-Marie Landry Ave., Dorval will hold “Elaine’s Fish & Chips” on Saturday, February 18, 2012 at 6:00 p.m. Tickets $11.00 R.S.V.P. Tel.: 514-631-5786 or 514-626-7910 by Thursday, Feb. 16, 2012.

AWISH (Arthritis West Island)

Do you, or a family member, suffer from arthritis or scleroderma? Need someone to talk to? Arthritis West Island (AWISH) offers support group meetings available for anyone seeking help. Meetings are once monthly, held at 750 Dawson Avenue in Dorval. Information: 514 631-3288.

First Aid & CPR courses

Pointe-Claire CPR is offering certified First Aid & CPR courses (all levels). For more information please call at 514 630-1214.

Meals on Wheels needs volunteers

Meals on Wheels Lachine is in need of deliverers, who along with a driver, deliver meals to our seniors in Lachine. We are also in need of a couple of volunteers to help clean up after the meals are prepared in the kitchen located at Summerlea United Church, 225 – 50th Avenue, Lachine. Call Susan at 514 634-2651 Monday to Friday 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

« Beginners Computing »

« Beginners Computing »is offering workshops on how to operate a computer. These sessions are for the 50+ generation who want helpful information on computer basics and practices. Workshops are offered on Wednesday afternoons, from 2 to 4 p.m. at St. Johns United Church, 98 Aurora Ave. in Pointe Claire. For registration and details call at 514 631-1456.

Dorval Social Dance Club

The Dorval Social Dance Club offers its members dance classes in a relaxed and fun atmosphere. Classes are held at the Sarto Desnoyers Community Center. The classes are one hour in length. For information and registration call 514 634-9019.

West Island Citizen Advocacy

West Island Citizen Advocacy is a Centraide/WICS community organization which matches volunteer citizen advocates with people experiencing a handicapping condition or with seniors. For more information, please phone Mimi at 514-631-9151.