Take part in our monthly Cooking Demonstration featuring healthy, budget-friendly dishes with recipes and tastings—no chopping required, just good food and company. Join us on April 14 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at 91 Churchill Blvd., Greenfield Park for a watch-and-learn session on making Greek spanakopita and stuffed pasta shells—two easy, vegetarian favourites filled with spinach and cheese. Space is limited and registration is required. Register with Courtney at [email protected] or (514) 604-9455.

A virtual presentation, Service for Aging in the Right Place (SHARP), will take place on April 15 from 10:00 to 11:30 a.m. via Zoom. The April topic will be Moving Into Care: What to Expect and How to Prepare. This presentation is offered by the CHSSN. To register, click here.  

Join us on Wednesdays from 1:30 to 3:00 p.m. for engaging weekly activities designed to stimulate your mind, body, and creativity! April 15: Pass the Painting Around – Get creative! Each person adds to a painting as it travels from one person to the next. For more information or to register, please email Tania at [email protected] or call (514) 213-3744.

Join us every Wednesday for engaging activities designed to support the physical, cognitive and emotional well-being of English-speaking seniors aged 55 and over. April 15: Exploring Ageism: an interactive workshop - Through a series of humorous and insightful illustrations, Karen Hetherington from the Observatory on Aging and Society will engage us in a discussion on how ageism shows up in family life, social settings and beyond. This interactive workshop is a chance to reflect, share and start meaningful conversations about aging and respect across generations. Note: Due to ongoing construction at the community centre, this month’s sessions will take place at the Free Methodist Church (1076 Front Street North, Clarenceville). For more information or to register, please contact Céline at [email protected] or (514) 980-8900.

Join us on April 15 from 1:30 to 3:00 p.m. for Mindful Together, an activity that allows you a moment to pause and reconnect with yourself. This session will explore the "art of being present" while continuing to build our understanding of setting healthy boundaries and exploring personal limits. Through exercises and practical tips, you'll leave with some tools that you can use in everyday life. Space is limited and registration is required. To register, email Brandon at [email protected] or (438) 465-4514 .  

Our Senior Wellness Greenfield Park activity has relocated to St. Mary’s, located at 735 Miller St., Greenfield Park. This large and comfortable space will allow us to welcome more participants safely. Join us on Thursdays from 1:30 to 3:00 p.m. for engaging weekly activities designed to stimulate your mind, body, and creativity! April 16: Spring is coming, and so are spring birds! Sheldon Harvey will speak about the spring and summer birds you can expect to see. Registration required. Contact Tania at (514) 213-3744 or [email protected] for more information or to register.

Parlez-Vous? Let’s Chat! This month, we’re focusing on self-care and wellness, combining conversations in French with activities that help us relax and connect. Join us from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. on April 2 and 16 at 409 Jacques-Cartier St. South (Joie de Vivre) in St-Jean for fun, informal conversation around self-care practices, personal routines, and well-being. Then, on April 30, we’ll meet at Origine Yoga studio at 7:00 p.m. (204 Saint-Louis St., in St-Jean) for a one-hour yoga session, in French! No prior yoga experience is needed—just bring comfortable clothing and a mat if you have one. Parlez-Vous? is a casual, welcoming space to practice French and make friends. To register, contact Céline by email or call (514) 980-8900.

Join our weekly group at 91 Churchill Blvd. in Greenfield Park, designed to support family caregivers. It’s a welcoming space to explore health topics, connect with others, and build meaningful relationships. April 22: Special Guest Presentation: Claire Webster - McGill Dementia Education Program ARC and Seniors Respite Montérégie are thrilled to welcome Claire Webster to a special edition of the Café. Claire brings both professional expertise and lived experience as a former caregiver to her mother with Alzheimer’s. She has co-edited Alzheimer’s Disease International’s World Alzheimer Reports, created the webcast series McGill Cares, and served as a senior co-author for McGill’s Dementia: Your Companion Guide, helping make it a practical resource for families and caregivers. A sought-after speaker and educator, Claire offers trusted insights on caring for individuals with dementia and supporting their families. This group is open to former caregivers too! For more information contact Christine at [email protected] or (514) 608-9600.

Join us on Wednesdays from 1:30 to 3:00 p.m. for engaging weekly activities designed to stimulate your mind, body, and creativity! April 22: Spring Birds Talk – Spring is on its way, and so are the birds! Join us as expert Sheldon Harvey shares fascinating insights about spring and summer birds. For more information or to register, please email Tania at [email protected] or call (514) 213-3744.

Our Senior Wellness Greenfield Park activity has relocated to St. Mary’s, located at 735 Miller St., Greenfield Park. This large and comfortable space will allow us to welcome more participants safely. Join us on Thursdays from 1:30 to 3:00 p.m. for engaging weekly activities designed to stimulate your mind, body, and creativity! April 23: Experience the charm of Portugal from the comfort of your seat. Stunning landscapes, vibrant cities and rich culture. Registration required. Contact Tania at (514) 213-3744 or [email protected] for more information or to register.

Book Club—St-Jean: Join us on Thursday, April 23 from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. at the Collectivement Elles Women’s Centre (390 Georges-Phaneuf St., St-Jean) to discuss Tomorrow and Tomorrow and Tomorrow by Gabrielle Zevin. Spanning three decades, this novel follows two childhood friends as they reunite as adults to create video games together. Their story traces the bonds that endure across time, revealing how people leave marks on each other’s lives. To participate, you will need to purchase a $5 Collectivement Elles membership, which grants you access to all of the Centre’s programming and resources until August 2026. A limited number of books are available to borrow (some conditions apply). Please note: We are currently gathering book suggestions for June and beyond. To submit a title you’d like the group to read together, or for more information about the St-Jean book club, visit our Facebook group or contact Céline. Registration required by calling Celine at (514)

Already familiar with Zoom basics and looking to dive a little deeper? Join our Digital Skills workshop with IT support specialist Anila on April 28 from 1:30 to 3:00 p.m. This interactive session will take a deeper dive into Zoom features. Get hands-on guidance, ask your questions, and leave feeling more confident using Zoom. To register, contact Tania at (514) 213-3744 or [email protected]

Join our weekly group at 91 Churchill Blvd. in Greenfield Park, designed to support family caregivers. It’s a welcoming space to explore health topics, connect with others, and build meaningful relationships. April 29: Legal Tools for Caregivers Presented by Éducaloi, this session covers essential legal tools and resources to help caregivers navigate important decisions with confidence. This group is open to former caregivers too! For more information contact Christine at [email protected] or (514) 608-9600.

Join Marie-Claude for Craft, Create, Connect, a new monthly creative activity where you can explore new artistic projects—no experience needed. On April 29, from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m., dive into abstract watercolour techniques in a relaxed, welcoming setting. Registration is required—space is limited. To for more information or to register, contact Tania at [email protected] or call (514) 213-3744.

Join us on Wednesdays from 1:30 to 3:00 p.m. for engaging weekly activities designed to stimulate your mind, body, and creativity! April 29: Don’t miss the Ageless documentary, brought to you by the Cumming Centre, which delves into real-life stories and challenges the everyday realities of ageism. For more information or to register, please email Tania at [email protected] or call (514) 213-3744.

Join us every Wednesday for engaging activities designed to support the physical, cognitive and emotional well-being of English-speaking seniors aged 55 and over. April 29: Exclusive screening: Tough Old Broads - After a widely successful theatrical release, we are thrilled to bring this documentary to Clarenceville. Come be inspired by three trailblazing women who broke barriers in their younger years and continue to demand attention and lead change in the world. In English, with French subtitles. Note: Due to ongoing construction at the community centre, this month’s sessions will take place at the Free Methodist Church (1076 Front Street North, Clarenceville). For more information or to register, please contact Céline at [email protected] or (514) 980-8900.

Ready to get creative? Join us in person for our friendly art group where we draw, paint, and share inspiration together. All levels are welcome — from beginners to experienced artists. To register, call Courtney at (514) 604-9455 or email [email protected]. Spots are limited Registration is required.

Our Senior Wellness Greenfield Park activity has relocated to St. Mary’s, located at 735 Miller St., Greenfield Park. This large and comfortable space will allow us to welcome more participants safely. Join us on Thursdays from 1:30 to 3:00 p.m. for engaging weekly activities designed to stimulate your mind, body, and creativity! April 30: Marie-Claude will be returning to create a beautiful button art piece with us. Registration required. Contact Tania at (514) 213-3744 or [email protected] for more information or to register.

Parlez-Vous? Let’s Chat! This month, we’re focusing on self-care and wellness, combining conversations in French with activities that help us relax and connect. Join us from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. on April 2 and 16 at 409 Jacques-Cartier St. South (Joie de Vivre) in St-Jean for fun, informal conversation around self-care practices, personal routines, and well-being. Then, on April 30, we’ll meet at Origine Yoga studio at 7:00 p.m. (204 Saint-Louis St., in St-Jean) for a one-hour yoga session, in French! No prior yoga experience is needed—just bring comfortable clothing and a mat if you have one. Parlez-Vous? is a casual, welcoming space to practice French and make friends. To register, contact Céline by email or call (514) 980-8900.