What is the difference between preservation and conservation? If mold or signs of an insect infestation are found in a book, what can be done to prevent it from spreading through a collection? What material is typically found when examining an old book? Learn more during this conference broadcasted from our library with Marie Trottier, […]
Voice of English-speaking Quebec invites English speakers aged 50+ to bundle up, slap on their crampons and get moving. Out and About is now literally out(side)! Come do something good for your physical and mental health, start your day on the right foot! All levels welcome! March 1st: Meet at Plaza Shannon at 9:00 a.m […]
When learning a new language, it is inevitable to sometimes get lost in translation. My beginnings in French were quite hilarious and often embarrassing, but at least it made me giggle. I remember that at first, I used to think that the "hôtel de ville" was a hotel chain, like Marriott, Hilton, Barceló, etc. […]
An activity for those who would like to learn a new winter sport or those who would like to show off their skills. Voice of English-speaking Québec is renting two areas for four teams of four people each to play curling. All you need is a pair of clean*, comfy shoes, and your enthusiasm. […]
Did you know that you can highlight your favourite passages while reading an e-book, change the speed at which you listen to an audiobook, or even alter the font size to suit your preferences on Libby, the OverDrive ebook reader app? If you are already familiar with OverDrive and Libby, but still have a few […]
Happy St. Patrick’s Day! VEQ invites you to view the commemorative Shannon Irish Show celebrating the 70th anniversary of Shannon -- on the town’s 75th anniversary! Join us online on March 12th at 7:30 p.m. for a Shannon Irish Show viewing in anticipation of St. Patrick's Day! The show will be available on Voice of […]
Voice of English-speaking Quebec invites English speakers aged 50+ to bundle up, slap on their crampons and get moving. Out and About is now literally out(side)! Come do something good for your physical and mental health, start your day on the right foot! All levels welcome! March 1st: Meet at Plaza Shannon at 9:00 a.m […]
Come enjoy a string quartet concert and learn more about the ins and outs of acoustics in this presentation with professional musicians Ryan Molzan, Isaac Chalk, Brett Molzan, and Alexandre Sauvaire. This virtual conference will be broadcasted from our College Hall ballroom with musician Ryan Molzan and host Peter Black. More information here: https://www.morrin.org/en/event/in-these-spaces-acoustics/
Voice of English-speaking Québec invites adults aged 50+ to hop on the bus and enjoy a parade, live music and home-cooked meal to celebrate Saint-Patrick's Day. Parade organised by Valcartier Elementary School students begins at 10:30 Live music indoors at the Valcartier community centre at 11:15 a.m. Lunch served at 12:00. Bus Departures from: Shannon […]
Interested in discussing literature with other book lovers? Missing connecting over books in the Library? Come join Pixels & Pages, the Morrin Centre’s new online book club! Next Meeting: Thursday, March 17 at 7:30 p.m. Book Selection for March: Please email library@morrin.org to learn more or to sign up.
Voice of English-speaking Quebec invites English speakers aged 50+ to bundle up, slap on their crampons and get moving. Out and About is now literally out(side)! Come do something good for your physical and mental health, start your day on the right foot! All levels welcome! March 1st: Meet at Plaza Shannon at 9:00 a.m […]
The moment of truth has come. You sent your CV and cover letters and now you are being called for an interview... In other circumstances, you would be relatively nervous, but you are now living in Québec City and chances are the interview will be in French, or at least part of it. No need […]