The Mile End is my favourite neighbourhood in Montreal, so it was a no-brainer for me to hop on down to check out the Museum of Jewish Montreal’s new stomping grounds. In honour of the reopening at 5220 St-Laurent Blvd., the MJM held a “house party” complete with DJ, falafel and pizza from local restaurants Falafel Yoni and Pizza Toni, as well as a bar. Walking in, I was taken aback by the grandeur and cool aesthetic of the space. Looking up, I saw a modern-looking exposed staircase, which winds all the way up to the top floor, covered by...