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Adopt a pet Non kill adoption center located in Rawdon, Quebec seeking loving homes for cats and dogs. View some of the pets up for adoption at www.petfinder.com under La Pension du Jardin Secret.

Adoption Clinic Jul 05 Come see the cats and kittens in need of permanent and foster homes from noon-4:30pm at Global-Pitou, Minou & Compagnons, 245F St-Jean (facing Donegani) in the Plaza Pointe-Claire (St-Jean and route 20). Nail trimming for cats: $5 w/proceeds going to Steri-Animal. Foster homes and volunteer drivers needed. Info: (514) 859-9008, www.steri-animal.petfinder.com

Anger Management / Family Relationships & Communications Programs The Centre for Ongoing Recovery and Education (C.O.R.E.) is offering two new free support and education programs. Call 731-1854 for info or visit www.ongoingrecovery.com. C.O.R.E., 4781 Van Horne, suite 207 (across from Plamondon metro).

Anger Management Program Selfdoc Workshops at the YMCA. 3 week sessions/9hrs. For a handle on hiding, blaming, appeasing, criticizing, avoiding, judging, ignoring... Contact selfdoc@aei.ca & Fabienne 486-4999.

Aqua Karate A mix of Karate and Swimming Wednesday 7pm-8:30pm. 250 Ste Annes Rd, Sennneville. A no charge activity open to all. Info: Tom Levitt 457-0323

Art Therapy For people experiencing depression, anxiety, anger, relationship difficulties, loss and grieving. Humanistic/Psychodynamic approach. Info: Beverly at 893-7437.

Art Therapy Healing through the creative process / Jungian approach. Info: Suzanna 933-3861.

Call for Poets The Montreal Public Poetry Festival is now accepting applications from poets to participate in this year's event, "Pure Lines," scheduled for September 26-28. Deadline for applications: Aug. 29. Info: www.publicpoetry.wordpress.com

Call for Submissions La Centrale Galerie Powerhouse is accepting new submissions. Deadlines: March 15 & Oct 15 of every year. Call for details or visit www.lacentrale.org La Centrale 4296 St-Laurent. (514) 871-0268

Call for Submissions The programming division of Vidéographe, invites artists, curators, art centres and galleries to submit proposals for video art programs and media-arts exhibitions. Deadline: Oct. 1, 5pm. Espace Vidéographe 6560 Esplanade, #305

Career Counselor Have your skills, interests and aptitudes assessed and find out about tuition free training programs with a career counselor that will be available on Fridays starting May 30th. Chabad Project Pride, 4985 Queen Mary (east of Snowdon metro). Call Karen at 485-5121 for more info.

Cinema Politica Free/by donation screenings of political documentaries every Monday night at 7:30PM. 1455 de Maisonneuve W., in room H-110. Info: www.cinemapolitica.org or call 904-5551.

CLSC Plateau Mont-Royal Volunteers Looking for people to assist the elderly with leisure activities, medical appointments, friendly visits and grocery shopping. Meals and transportation provided. Info: 526-4981 ext 414.

Club Anonymous Support for women who are alone. Info: ppfwy@yahoo.com

Club Gourmand Food lovers are invited to wine and dine every other Friday at 6:30pm in different restaurants around the city. Info: 935-4880.

Co-Dependent Social Group If you are a co-dependent wanting to meet other people who are co-dependent for mutual support and to make new friends email us at whybelonely@hotmail.com and we will send you more info. All free, all welcome.

Collective Kitchens Held every second Thursday. Participants pay $4 for 2 meals. Must reserve by phoning 933-7351 or 933-8932. Good Shepherd Community Centre, 850 Dominion. 933-7351

Computation Computer Recycling Event Looking for an environmentally sensitive and privacy ensured method to dispose of your unwanted computer equipment? Drop it off at Computation at 7080 Alexandra St., Suite 301, from 11:00am-6pm Monday-Friday. Pick-up service is available by appointment, please contact us to make arrangements. All information present on systems will be securely destroyed. All equipment is diverted from landfill and processed locally. 1866-910-4358

Counselling Services For individuals dealing with depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, loss, trauma, drug problems, relationship issues. Sliding scale. Call Edith Kornacki, Psychologist. 488-8319.

Couple Therapy For couples in distress. Short term, structured approach creates a closer, more intimate and secure connection. Get to the heart of your relationship. Sliding fee scale. Beverly MA, ATPQ, AAMFT: 893-7437

Couples Therapy Improve your relationship, work through obstacles, learn to communicate better, and increase your connection. Sliding fee scale available. Contact Heather McLaughlin, MA, MFT, 880-4919, therapy.art@gmail.com.

Crisis Intervention & Drop-In Centre Chabad's Project Pride offers a 12 Step Women's Group for substance and process (i.e. gambling, overeating, etc.) addictions on Wednesdays 1:15pm, Men's Overeaters Anonymous Group on Fridays at noon, and a Family and Friends Group (call for details). Lifeline Project Pride, 4985 Queen Mary, east of Snowdon metro. 485-5121

Debtors Anonymous Problems with debt? Under earning? You're not alone. There's help. Tuesdays at 7:30pm, CLSC St. Henri, 3833 Notre Dame West, room Jazzmen (up one floor), metro St. Henri.

Eco-Friendly Cosmetics Handmade, eco-friendly products custom made to your skin type: refreshingly scented soaps, lotions, yummy flavoured lip balms, deoderant (unlike store brands, this one goes on and stays on clear!), bath bombs & more. Call now to order your Christmas baskets! Support a local, independent artist. Info: Tara at (514) 428-4042.

Emotional & Sexual Health Psychotherapy for people seeking help regarding their sexual health and happiness. Sylvie Boulet, M.A. sex therapist and psychotherapist: 990-5024, www.santesexuelle.com

Face to Face Volunteers The listening and intervention center is looking for bilingual volunteers available 4hrs a week for 4 months. Info: 934-4546.

Free Individual Counselling For people with depression, anxiety, addiction as a result of past traumatic experiences and relationship problems. Freewill donation welcome. Daisy: 284-9665

Free Job Training Program The Champlain Adult Education Centre-Verdun Access-to-Work Pavilion, (1050 Fifth Ave., Verdun) offers a free Job Training Program for adults with or without Secondary V. Course includes career exploration, job search techniques, computer and stage in a company. This course is offered in English and French. For more information call (514) 765-8444.

Healing for Victims of Crime In a secure prison setting, victims of crime are invited to meet with other victims, inmates who have committed similar offences for open discussion. For further information, call the Centre de services de justice réparatrice: (514) 933-3737.

HIV & AIDS Education YAHAnet: Youth, the Arts and HIV & AIDS;' a new online database and networking tool for HIV & AIDS prevention and education. www.yahanet.org

Jump Start Your Job Search Job Search counselors will introduce you to the services and resources available at YES. Participants will be given an overview of the job search process while engaging in exercises to identify effective job search strategies and to help establish a practical action plan. Every Tuesday & Friday 2pm-4pm. Youth Employment Services 630 René-Lévesque W., suite P-185. (514) 878-9788

Karma Yoga Get inspired at a great and supportive downtown yoga studio! Volunteer your time in exchange for unlimited yoga classes. Contact Kim atyogainfo@joyofyoga.net. 227-3763

Know Someone 55 and Older? The Yellow Door Senior Services Program offers volunteers to help seniors in the downtown area with groceries, accompaniments and visiting. Anyone can join the Yellow Ribbon Social Club every Wednesday at 425 Sherbrooke W. from 1:30pm-3:30pm. Contact Jesika or Emma 398-6243 www.yellowdoor.org The Yellow Door 3625 Aylmer (between Pine & Prince Arthur) (514) 398-6243

Le Grand Circuit Foundation Online registration for the 2008 Laurentian AIDSTrek is now open. This annual Labour Day Weekend challenge hike across the rugged beauty of Mont Tremblant Park is dedicated to raising funds for organizations involved in the fight to end HIV/AIDS. www.legrandcircuit.org.

Le Refuge Pour Chats De Verdun Foster or adopt a homeless kitten or cat. This volunteer organization holds adoption days every second Sunday at Centre communautaire Marcel-Giroux (4501 rue Bannantyne). For info call 514-761-4444 or visit www.refugechatsverdun.ca

Learn To Improvise Beginner's improv theatre course in a safe, supportive environment Saturdays from 6pm-9pm. The classes cost $15 each. Send an email titled "improv workshops" to marc.rowland@gmail.com. MAI 3680 Jeanne-Mance, #103. (514) 982-1812

Little Burgundy Youth Coop Services The Youth Co-Op is an educational program for teens to gain hands on experience running their own company. Teens ages 13-17 are welcome to join. If you want to be a part of this program and gain a bit of cash this summer call 377-9593 or email burgundyouths@gmail.com

MADD Montreal Supports victims of alcohol and drug-impaired driving, sensitizes children and youth to smart choices, educates on solutions to transportation if drinking, recommends legislation proven to save lives. Volunteers welcome. info@maddmontreal.ca (514) 729-6233 www.madd.ca

Mary's Recovery Weekly meetings in English and French at the Westmount YMCA. Non-profit organization. Self-help groups for people seeking help in dealing with fear, anger, stress, depression, anxiety, panic attacks, phobias, insomnia and gambling addiction. (514) 485-2194 (10am-5pm), www3.sympatico.ca/frederic.girvan, email: cogtherapy@sympatico.ca

Mental Health Information To learn more about mental illnesses including anorexia, depression, schizophrenia or other disorders visit: www.douglas.qc.ca

Montreal Official City Bike Tour Sat-Sun till Oct 5, Thu-Fri till Sept 7. Departures at the shop Ça roule Montreal, 27 de la Commune E. 9am-12pm (Arrival 30min prior to departure. Bicycles are at disposal until 7pm).

Montreal Tap Jam Project The sessions welcome dancers of all skill levels, and the last Sunday of every month, tap dance teacher Tanya Rivard leads an improv class designed for beginners. 7pm, $5. Conservatoire de Danse de Montreal, 215 Jean Talon W.

Montreal Therapy Centre Individual, couple and family therapy at sliding scale rates. All calls strictly confidential. For more info, (514) 244-1290 or www.montrealtherapy.com

Mother's/Grandmother's Social Support Group Discussions on parenting Wednesdays at 6:30pm at 235 Murray, Greenfield Park. A Boys & Girls Club is also running at the same for ages 7-12. Info: 450-671-8714.

Music Therapy For children with autism or learning difficulties, teens, adults, autonomous seniors and those with memory problems, and cancer survivors: to help with cognitive, emotional and motor function. Activities: guided imagery, relaxation, piano-playing, songwriting, vocalization, active music listening, rhythmics and percussion, improvisation, creative movement, etc. Sylvia: 484-0675, liaison@sympatico.ca

Old Montreal Official Walking Tour Sat-Sun to June 22 and daily from June 27-Oct 13. Departures in front of the Boutique du Parvis, Notre-Dame Basilica, 110 Notre-Dame W. From 11am-12:30pm & 1:30pm-3pm. $17.50, $15.50 seniors/students, children 6-12 years $8.50. Info: 844-4021, www.guidatour.qc.ca

Psychologist Therapy for relationship difficulties, self esteem, sexuality/gender issues, history of abuse, stress/anxiety, depression, and personal exploration. For adults and teens. LGBT affirmative. Sliding scale. Nicole Marek, M.A. (514) 686-2487

Psychotherapy For individuals wishing to learn about and deal with issues such depression, anxiety, loss, trauma, addictions, and relationships. Fees on a sliding scale. David Engels M.A. 777-5077 or davide@synergie1.com

Qigong & Meditation with Matt Risk every Wednesday, 8-9pm by donation. Awaken your awareness of the healing power within & have fun doing it. Happytreeyoga.com, 4010 Ste. Catherine St. W., suite 200, (514)846-9642

Quebec Obsessive Compulsive Disorder Foundation Info: (514) 727-0012, www.fqtoc.mtl.rtss.qc.ca or contact AMI-Quebec at (514) 486-1448, www.amiquebec.org

Recovering Couples Anonymous (RCA) 12-step program that teaches you how to have a commited, intimate relationship. Info: www.recovering-couples.org

Recovery Canada Non-profit, international, self-help groups in Canada since 1962 for managing fears, anger, depression, anxiety, panic attacks meet Mondays at 7:30pm at St-Matthew's Church, 4940A Macdonald, south of Queen Mary. 481-4258, 481-7030. West Island: 639-1012.

Rustic Branch Building Courses Rather than sending your branches to the dump learn how to recycle them by creating chairs, bird baths, side tables and living fences. For details and more information on Kim Vergil's courses visit www.kimcreations.net

Senior Citizens' Centre Needs Volunteers New Hope Senior Citizens' Centre are in dire need of drivers for their meals on wheels delivery service and to bring seniors to and from the centre in and around the NDG area. Info: 484-0425

Sex and Love Addicts Anonymous (SLAA) 12-step groups for those wishing to stop living out a pattern of sex and love addiction. Includes Sexual Anorexia and (Re)Building Partnerships. Phoneline: 983-0671, www.dasa-slaa-mtl.cbti.net

Skol Summer Workshop A reading group, open to the public, will meet Wednesdays at 7:30pm from June 18 - August 13. Info: http://summerskol.blogspot.com

SPCA Volunteers Help out as being a foster home to one of the 5000 cats, dogs, rabbits and rodents or call to see what else you can do to assist. Info: kschabram@spcamontreal.com or (514) 735-32711 x 2243.

Stop Smoking Free group smoking cessation program is offered in either English or French during days or evenings at the Cancer Prevention Centre of the Jewish General Hospital, 3755 Cote Ste-Catherine E., #740. Info: (514) 340-8222 ext. 3870

Summer Job Window Display Search for Anglophone summer and student jobs at the office of Youth Employment Services Montreal at 666 Sherbrooke St. W. Contact 514-878-9788 for more information.

Support Group for Families of Addicts Chabad Project Pride Addiction Crisis Centre is offering a new support group for families dealing with loved ones suffering with addictions. 4985 Queen Mary (east of Snowdon metro). Info: Karen 485-5121.

Swing Dance Party Jul 04 All levels, no partner needed. Beginner lesson at 8:30pm, dance at 9:30pm, $7. École de danse swing Cat's Corner 486 Ste-Catherine W., #303 (514) 874-9846

Tall Club of Montreal Social club for men (+6'2") & women (+5'10") of above average height. Meet for diverse activites throughout Montreal and the region. For information about the club, and upcoming activities call 990-5157.

The Montreal Free School is a grassroots organization that offers free, fun and stimulating classes and workshops to adults and children. It's made up of volunteers into sharing their knowledge on a variety of subjects like yoga, knitting, creative writing, eco-gardening, computers, natural childbirth, and special events for kids. and much more. To register in a course or start your own, visit www.montrealfreeschool.org

The Montreal Singles Movies Group Invites all single film buffs to join us for movies and fun throughout the year. Info: 466-3113, http://singles.meetup.com/2120

The Sidewalk Chalk Art Brigade Sidewalk chalk art as art education and self expression. An intergenerational project open to all. Info: Tom Levitt 457-0323

Weekly Chess Club For children aged 6-12, Fridays at 4pm. Atwater Library 1200 Atwater, Westmount.

Women Aware "Be Aware Telephone Support Line" for victims of domestic violence. Call 489-1110 or toll free at 1-866-489-1110 Mon-Fri 10am–3pm. www.womenaware.ca

Women Who Dare Rejoice and celebrate the female body. It's all about open minded and independant women who dare to express and explore their passionate side. The Passion Club will include book reviews, attending workshops, the latest craze in sex toys, guest sexuality speakers and more. Please visit www.womenwhodare.org for more info.