Saturday, Dec. 5

Spasmes

Clear some clutter from your casa for a good cause. Bring in any old VCRs kicking around, and for every unit (functional or otherwise), REWIND Your VCR will donate $25 to the WWF (that’s the World Wildlife Fund, not the World Wrestling Federation, although both are worthy causes, no doubt). Fairview Pointe-Claire (6801 Trans-Canada Highway)

Universe-gazing group exhibit Cosmos has its vernissage, sweetening the deal with dancers, live music and artists in the house. Galerie Crystal Racine (1701 Guilford), 6 – 10 p.m., free

Under the influence of Francis Bacon, Carole Nadeau and Le Pont Bridge present Spasmes, a guided, immersive installation with dance interludes. Éspace Libre (1945 Fullum), 8 p.m., $24 – $34

Fetnat, Analog Teeth Stew, Orkestar Kriminal and Lovejoy make a case for alt at Casa. Casa del Popolo (4873 St-Laurent), 8:30 p.m.

Get yer Guilty Pleasures with DJ Windows XP at Blue Dog, where the promise of good vibes and no pretension actually carries weight. 3958 St-Laurent, 10 p.m., free

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