Clases gratuitas

An afternoon of board games for all tastes at the LaSalle library, led by game specialists from Ludopolis. The next session is Monday November 16, 2026, from 1:30 to 3 pm, and the library lists another Jouons ensemble session for seniors on Monday December 21 at the same time. Open to everyone, with seniors especially welcome. Free admission, no registration mentioned.

A friendly, non competitive French Scrabble circle for adults at the Lachine library, a relaxed way to play with words and meet people. It meets every second Monday from 1:30 to 3:30 pm, with sessions on November 9 and 23 and December 7 and 21, 2026. Free, but registration is required, and players are asked to bring their own French Scrabble game.

A free sewing workshop for a child (9 and up) and an adult to make a neck warmer together, one sewing machine per pair and no experience needed. Sunday December 27, 2026, 2 to 4 pm, all materials provided and each child keeps their piece. Free, limited spots: register from November 27 at the library or by phone at 514 872 8738.

A free beginner sewing workshop where you make your own neck warmer, with all materials provided. Thursday November 26, 2026, 2 to 4 pm, aimed at adults. Free with required registration through the online ticketing form on the event page or by phone at 514 872 2141.

A free 90 minute workshop with Yasmina Soussan on chocolate tempering, where you make small personalized chocolates to take home. Wednesday December 16, 2026, 6 to 7:30 pm, in room 3 of Centre Sanaaq. Free, 12 spots, registration required from two weeks before (around December 2) through the online ticketing link.

A free hands on workshop led by Yasmina of Ganache & Chocolat: watch basic chocolate techniques, pick up insider tips and take home your own holiday chocolates. Monday December 14, 2026, 1 to 2:15 pm. Free with mandatory registration, opening Tuesday November 17 at noon.

A free hands on workshop on tempering chocolate, where adults make personalized chocolates to take home. Wednesday December 9, 2026, 6:30 to 7:45 pm. Free with mandatory registration from November 25 at 10 am; spots are limited and Montreal library cardholders get priority (the card is free).

Espace Fitness runs group fitness classes such as Zumba, yoga, conditioning and Nordic walking, with indoor classes at a community centre in Charlemagne. Your first class is free if you have never tried one of their classes. Espace Fitness hopes you will sign up afterwards, but there is no obligation. The free trial is by appointment only.

A free hands on pastry workshop where adults make fruit tarts and learn the balance of golden crust, creamy filling and fresh fruit. Saturday November 21, 2026, 2 to 4 pm, in French. Free, but registration is required through the online form on the event page.

Hot yoga studio where the free trial includes a full yogic spa circuit: a hot yoga class, a cold plunge, tea, halotherapy and time in the relaxation lounge. Open to people 16 and over; minors must come with an adult. Your first class is free for new students. The studio hopes you will sign up afterwards, but there is no obligation. Book through the studio's free trial link on the Idolem app or website and arrive 15 minutes early. Bring a mat, a large towel, a small towel, water and a swimsuit for the cold plunge; mats and towels can be rented.

Espace Fitness runs group fitness classes such as Zumba, yoga, conditioning and Nordic walking, with indoor classes at a community centre in Repentigny. Your first class is free if you have never tried one of their classes. Espace Fitness hopes you will sign up afterwards, but there is no obligation. The free trial is by appointment only.

A festive free art hive with no set theme, Christmas music, cookies and hot drinks to close the library's creative season. Friday December 11, 2026, 2 to 4 pm, for adults from beginners to professional artists, materials provided. Free, but registration is required from November 11 at the library or by phone at 514 872 0568.