Reddit pulse / page 18
Every post from Reddit, newest first.
Someone's bringing a crew from New York to shoot the Milky Way at Kiamika Regional Park and asking if you can hike in from a side road or if kayaking's the only access. They don't have boats and would be going late at night — anyone been there and know what's actually possible?
Someone spotted a religious solicitation ad in the Montreal General's fourth-floor women's bathroom and is questioning how a publicly funded hospital is allowing proselytizing. They're raising concerns about targeting people who are sick and vulnerable in a state healthcare facility.
A person on r/montreal's asking for recommendations for a tattoo artist who specializes in reworking existing pieces — they've got a half-sleeve from ten years ago that needs finishing and more detail. Looking on the island or North Shore.
Alex Kasyan shared a small oil panel (9x12) of Westmount's Greenhouse painted en plein air. Gorgeous light on the building.
Someone on r/montreal's asking where to find a proper mountain bike shop in the city — you know, somewhere with specialized parts in stock and mechanics who actually know the sport. Apparently everyone's gone road bike crazy these days.
People at the Weird Al Yankovic show at Place des Festivals Saturday night were smoking in the middle of the audience. One attendee ended up coughing through several songs and is asking smokers to respect people around them who might have health conditions.
Guy got arrested pretty quickly on Queen Mary and Victoria after flipping his car. He'd hit a parked car first, which then got pushed about 3 feet and clipped the car parked in front of it. Chain reaction wreck.
Everyone drives 90-100 on the 20 near the city and the 80 on Champlain Bridge even though the posted limit is 70. People notice cops only stop you if you're going way over or driving recklessly. So what's the actual policy here?
Heading to the free Weird Al show at Place des Spectacles around 6:20pm and the REM is already unusually full. If you're going tonight, expect crowds and traffic. Stage is at Place des Festivals.
Getting married next year and looking for a jeweler who can do sterling silver bands with engraving. The kind that ages beautifully over time. Any local shops that do custom work?
Finally got a SUP and looking for easy-access spots without a car—Île de la Visitation, Jardin des Floralies, Île de Boucherville via ferry are on the list. Anyone know cleaner launches people aren't mentioning?
The transit authority is mapping out what comes next for collective transport around the metro area. Eight different zones under study to prepare the next chapter of Montreal's transit system.
New to the city and looking to keep up Irish while improving French. Saw that Hurley's pub used to host conversation circles in 2023 but not sure if they still do or if there's anywhere else doing language circles these days.
Reddit user looking for forested trails or gardens around the city where they can walk their newly adopted rescue dog that's afraid of people and cars. Somewhere quieter than regular parks while they work on desensitization.
People are discussing what makes Montreal's metro system work and where it could be better. The conversation is live on r/montreal right now.
The beloved Montreal restaurant Le Mousso is shutting down. The team posted about turning the page with emotion after its long run serving the city.
barber school in Montreal offering free haircuts and beard trims for men and boys thursdays and fridays, 6:30 to 8:15 pm. students need the practice, you get the cut. 4621 rue de Salaberry, appointment only.
transit authority studying 8 areas for expansion — Chomedey–Saint-Laurent is first on the list. could mean relief for commuters in those zones eventually.
People are reporting the turnstiles in Montreal's metro are acting up again. Your Opus card gets accepted at the gate, you go to walk through, and it locks up on you. One rider had it happen three times in one week.
Weird Al Yankovic is playing a free show tomorrow (Saturday, July 25) at Place des Festivals at 9 p.m. Expect it to get packed, especially with nice weather in the forecast—the Angine de Poitrine show drew massive crowds earlier in the festival.
