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SUMMARY:Morrin Mystery Mondays: Book Club
DESCRIPTION:Come join us for a cozy afternoon chat about books at 1:30 p.m. every last Monday of the month. \n\n\n\nDate: February 24\, 2025\nTime: 13:30 – 15:00\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin our daytime book club at the Morrin Centre\, Morrin Mystery Mondays! We’ll be reading mysteries and other cozies. \nThe selection for February is Are You Sara? by S.C. Lalli.  The book is available on OverDrive as an e-book here. \nThis event will be held in person. Please email library@morrin.org to learn more or to sign up. We encourage new members to join anytime! \nThis project is in partnership with La Maison Anglaise.
URL:https://veq.ca/event/morrin-mystery-mondays-book-club-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250222T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250223T020000
DTSTAMP:20260424T074737
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SUMMARY:1824 Historical Gala
DESCRIPTION:The 1824 Historical Gala project\, part of our LHSQ200 celebrations\, presents the history and culture of the early years of the Literary and Historical Society of Quebec in a charming setting: a costumed gala with music\, museum theatre\, activities\, and food. \n\n\n\nDate: February 22\, 2025\nTime: \n14:00 – 21:00\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe 1824 Historical Gala project\, part of our LHSQ200 celebrations\, presents the history and culture of the Literary and Historical Society of Quebec’s early years in a charming setting: a costumed gala with music\, museum theatre\, activities\, and food. You are invited to participate in the 1824 Historical Gala activities in your best clothes inspired by the years 1820 to 1860! \nThe Afternoon\n2 p.m. to 6 p.m. \nThe afternoon will include games\, dance\, poetry\, music\, and a small buffet\, along with short museum theater presentations. \n60 tickets available. \nThe Banquet\n6 p.m. to 9 p.m. \nThis evening banquet features a historically inspired three-course meal along with presentations from food historian Catherine Ferland. \n40 tickets are available. \nPlease note that the number of available tickets for the banquet is smaller than the number of tickets available for the afternoon. \nFor more information about the event\, please visit morrin.org/1824gala.
URL:https://veq.ca/event/1824-historical-gala/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250222T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250222T163000
DTSTAMP:20260424T074737
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SUMMARY:Storytime: Have You Seen My Monster?
DESCRIPTION:Storytime: Have You Seen My Monster?\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSaturday\, February 22\, 10:30 a.m. \n  \nThis Saturday\, we will be reading Have You Seen My Monster? — a story in which a little girl gallivants through a county fair\, searching for her furry friend. \n  \nStorytime is a literacy program for children ages 3 to 7. \n  \nEach activity begins with the reading of a story followed by a craft inspired by its themes. Our objective is to foster children’s love of reading by providing fun\, interactive activities that will encourage them to continue reading after each session. \n  \nRegistration is needed to participate. Please note: if you registered for the full session\, you are already registered for this event. \n  \n*For any questions or to put your name on the waiting list\, please contact Education Coordinator Manuela Flores Denti at manuelafloresdenti@morrin.org.
URL:https://veq.ca/event/storytime-have-you-seen-my-monster/
ORGANIZER;CN="Manuela Flores Denti":MAILTO:manuelafloresdenti@morrin.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250219T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250219T013000
DTSTAMP:20260424T074737
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SUMMARY:Pixels & Pages Book Club
DESCRIPTION:Pixels & Pages Book Club\n\n\n\n\nInterested in discussing literature with other book lovers?\nMissing connecting over books in the Library? Join Pixels & Pages! \n\n\n\nDate: February 18\, 2025\nTime: 19:00 – 20:30\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSelection for February: The Vanishing Act of Esme Lennox by Maggie O’Farrell\nThe Vanishing Act of Esme Lennox is available on OverDrive in e-book format as part of the Morrin Centre’s digital collections HERE. \nPlease note that this event will be hybrid; the book club will meet in the Library\, but it is also possible to participate online via Zoom. \nPlease email library@morrin.org to learn more or to sign up! \n  \n  \n\nThis project is in partnership with La Maison Anglaise.
URL:https://veq.ca/event/pixels-pages-book-club-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250218T230000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250219T000000
DTSTAMP:20260424T074737
CREATED:20250414T123627Z
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SUMMARY:S.T.E.A.M Club: Sculpture Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, February 18\, 6 p.m. \nWith a special foam\, we’ll expand our creative horizons and create some super cool sculptures. It’s going to be a blast! \nS.T.E.A.M Club is a  program for children ages 8 to 12. \nThe S.T.E.A.M. (Science\, Technology\, Engineering\, Art\, and Math) Club welcomes children ages 7 to 12 who love to experiment\, create\, and learn more about the world around them. Each week\, we will explore different scientific or artistic themes. This program aims to promote creativity\, critical thinking\, and perseverance in each session. \n\nRegistration is needed to participate. Please note: if you registered for the full session\, you are already registered for this activty. \n*For any questions or to put your name on the waiting list\, please contact Education Coordinator Manuela Flores Denti at manuelafloresdenti@morrin.org.
URL:https://veq.ca/event/s-t-e-a-m-club-sculpture-workshop/
ORGANIZER;CN="Manuela Flores Denti":MAILTO:manuelafloresdenti@morrin.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250216T220000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250216T233000
DTSTAMP:20260424T074737
CREATED:20250414T123642Z
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SUMMARY:Teatime
DESCRIPTION:Teatime – February 16\nFor Valentine’s Day\, why not offer a pair of tickets for Tea Time at the Morrin Centre? \n\n\n\nDate: February 16\, 2025\nTime: 17:00 – 18:30\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSunday\, February 16\, 5 p.m. \nFor Valentine’s Day\, why not offer a pair of tickets for Tea Time at the Morrin Centre? \nThis 90-minutes-long immersive and interactive experience will provide you with an introduction to tea history and etiquette\, teach you some traditional Victorian games and activities\, and (of course) allow you to taste a number of teas as well as sweet and savory snacks. \n\nTickets must be purchased by end of day the Wednesday before the event. In the event that the minimum number of registrations (8) is not reached by the Wednesday prior to the event\, the activity will be canceled and all tickets refunded. The maximum number of registration is 20. Please note that Teatime tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable.
URL:https://veq.ca/event/teatime/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250215T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250215T163000
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CREATED:20250414T123642Z
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SUMMARY:Storytime: Ursula Upside Down
DESCRIPTION:Storytime: Ursula Upside Down\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSaturday\, February 15\, 10:30 a.m. \n  \nThis Saturday\, we will be reading Ursula Upside Down — a story that children will love\, as they turn the book upside down and back again\, following Ursula’s humorous journey to self-discovery. \nStorytime is a literacy program for children ages 3 to 7. \nEach activity begins with the reading of a story followed by a craft inspired by its themes. Our objective is to foster children’s love of reading by providing fun\, interactive activities that will encourage them to continue reading after each session. \n\nRegistration is needed to participate. Please note: if you registered for the full session\, you are already registered for this event. \n*For any questions or to put your name on the waiting list\, please contact Education Coordinator Manuela Flores Denti at manuelafloresdenti@morrin.org.
URL:https://veq.ca/event/storytime-ursula-upside-down/
ORGANIZER;CN="Manuela Flores Denti":MAILTO:manuelafloresdenti@morrin.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250213T230000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250214T000000
DTSTAMP:20260424T074737
CREATED:20250414T123642Z
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SUMMARY:Tween-Tales Book Club
DESCRIPTION:Date: February 13\, 2025\nTime: 18:00 – 19:00\n\n\n\n\n\n \nThe Tweens Tales Book Club is for 11 to 13 YO children. The group will have two to three weeks to read each book\, which will be provided by the Morrin Centre. The one-hour session will be dedicated to discussing\, reflecting\, and learning more about the book. \nOur goal is to foster a love of reading in every child through various fun and interactive activities in order to encourage them to continue reading. \n  \nEach session is free\, but registration is required to participate. \nFor additional information or to register\, please contact our Education Program Coordinator\, Manuela Flores Denti\, at manuelafloresdenti@morrin.org. \n  \n*Please note that sessions take place on Thursdays\, except for the last session that is taking place on Tuesday\, April 22.
URL:https://veq.ca/event/tween-tales-book-club-2/
ORGANIZER;CN="Manuela Flores Denti":MAILTO:manuelafloresdenti@morrin.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250213T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250213T200000
DTSTAMP:20260424T074737
CREATED:20250414T123642Z
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SUMMARY:Movie Matinée (Shannon) - "Irish Kiss" (Valentine's Special!)
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URL:https://veq.ca/event/movie-matinee-shannon-irish-kiss-valentines-special/
LOCATION:VEQ Community Space\, 438 Blvd Jacques-Cartier\, Suite 109\, Shannon\, Quebec\, G3S 1N5\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Dominique Paddack":MAILTO:dominique.paddack@veq.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250212T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250212T183000
DTSTAMP:20260424T074737
CREATED:20250414T123643Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T123643Z
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SUMMARY:Canada Revenue Agency Information Session (On-line)
DESCRIPTION:Join Our Free Webinar: Navigating the Canadian Tax System for Newcomers! \nAre you new to Canada and unsure about your tax obligations? Our upcoming webinar is designed to guide you through the essentials of the Canadian fiscal system\, so you can confidently manage your taxes. \nIn this informative session\, we will cover: \n\nUnderstanding your residency status and how it impacts your taxes\nWhether you need to file a tax return and how to do it\nWhat documents you need to file your taxes\nThe most common tax credits and deductions available for newcomers\, including the GSTC\, CCB\, and DTC\nHow your marital status affects your tax situation\nThe Canada Workers Benefit (CWB) and how it can support low-income workers\nTools like the My CRA Account to help you manage your taxes online\nAccessing free support through the Income Tax Assistance Volunteer Program (ITAVP)\nHow to stay scam smart and protect yourself from tax fraud\n\nWhether you’re filing taxes for the first time or simply want to make sure you’re not missing out on benefits\, this webinar is for you. \nRegister Now to reserve your spot and start mastering your taxes in Canada! \nFor more information please contact Viktoria Poulin Gareau at newcomers@veq.ca
URL:https://veq.ca/event/canada-revenue-agency-information-session-on-line-2/
ORGANIZER;CN="Viktoria Poulin Gareau":MAILTO:newcomers@veq.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250211T230000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250212T000000
DTSTAMP:20260424T074737
CREATED:20250414T123658Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T123658Z
UID:10000106-1739314800-1739318400@veq.ca
SUMMARY:S.T.E.A.M Club: Windmill Challenge
DESCRIPTION:S.T.E.A.M Club: Windmill Challenge\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTuesday\, February 11\, 6 p.m. \n  \nToday\, kids will take on an exciting challenge as they put their creativity to the test and build their very own windmills. Let the fun and ingenuity begin! \n  \nS.T.E.A.M Club is a  program for children ages 8 to 12. \nThe S.T.E.A.M. (Science\, Technology\, Engineering\, Art\, and Math) Club welcomes children ages 7 to 12 who love to experiment\, create\, and learn more about the world around them. Each week\, we will explore different scientific or artistic themes. This program aims to promote creativity\, critical thinking\, and perseverance in each session. \n  \nRegistration is needed to participate. Please note: if you registered for the full session\, you are already registered for this activty. \n  \n*For any questions or to put your name on the waiting list\, please contact Education Coordinator Manuela Flores Denti at manuelafloresdenti@morrin.org.
URL:https://veq.ca/event/s-t-e-a-m-club-windmill-challenge/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250211T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250211T163000
DTSTAMP:20260424T074737
CREATED:20250414T123658Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T123658Z
UID:10000107-1739286000-1739291400@veq.ca
SUMMARY:Out & About: Tea Tasting with La maison des 100 thés
DESCRIPTION:☕ Tea Tasting at Maison de la 100 Thé! 🍵✨ \nJoin us for a delightful tea-tasting experience at Maison de la 100 Thé\, a local anglophone-owned business! Let’s unite to support our community while enjoying a relaxing tea ceremony. \n📅 Dates: \n\nFebruary 11 – A few spaces left!\nFebruary 18 – FULL\n\n⏰ Departure: 9:00 AM from Jeff (we will pick up everyone along the way)\n🫖 Tea Ceremony: 1-hour guided tasting experience\n🎟️ Cost: $15 (we’re covering half the cost!)\n🎉 Bonus: A raffle at the end of the ceremony!\n🥞 Afterward: We’ll head to Mon Petit Chalet for a delicious breakfast. \nSip\, savour\, and socialize! ☕✨ Limited spots available – register now!
URL:https://veq.ca/event/out-about-tea-tasting-with-la-maison-des-100-thes/
LOCATION:La maison des 100 thés\, 1313 Av. Maguire\, Québec City\, Quebec\, G1T 1Z2\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250208T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250208T163000
DTSTAMP:20260424T074737
CREATED:20250414T123658Z
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SUMMARY:Storytime: Love is in The Bear
DESCRIPTION:Storytime: Love is in The Bear\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSaturday\, February 8\, 10:30 a.m. \n  \nThis Saturday\, we will be reading Love Is in the Bear — a story where Bird and Bear face the music and find that the strongest connections can weather even the most difficult disappointments with empathy\, resilience\, and mutual support. \n  \nStorytime is a literacy program for children ages 3 to 7. \n  \nEach activity begins with the reading of a story followed by a craft inspired by its themes. Our objective is to foster children’s love of reading by providing fun\, interactive activities that will encourage them to continue reading after each session. \n  \nRegistration is needed to participate. Please note: if you registered for the full session\, you are already registered for this event. \n  \n*For any questions or to put your name on the waiting list\, please contact Education Coordinator Manuela Flores Denti at manuelafloresdenti@morrin.org.
URL:https://veq.ca/event/storytime-love-is-in-the-bear/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250207T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250207T183000
DTSTAMP:20260424T074737
CREATED:20250414T123658Z
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SUMMARY:Out & About:  Brunch & Royaume de la Tarte
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a delightful morning out from 9:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.! Our outing begins with a cozy brunch at Normandin\, where you’ll enjoy hearty meals and great company. Afterward\, we’ll head to Royaume de la Tarte for a fun and delicious pie hunt! Whether you’re a fan of classic flavours or eager to try something new\, there’s a slice for everyone. Don’t miss this opportunity to enjoy great food\, find your perfect pie\, and connect with community members. \nDetails: \n\nBrunch at Normandin: Enjoy a variety of classic brunch options.\nPie Hunt at Royaume de la Tarte: Explore a tempting selection of pies for all tastes.\nTime Frame: 9:00 AM to 1:30 PM\n\nThis is the perfect outing for food lovers and those who want to relax with friends. Come for the brunch\, stay for the pie!
URL:https://veq.ca/event/out-about-brunch-royaume-de-la-tarte/
LOCATION:Royaume de la Tarte\, 553 Bd Charest O\, Québec City\, Quebec\, G1N 2T9\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Ariel Blouin":MAILTO:maria.hoyt@veq.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250206T223000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250207T000000
DTSTAMP:20260424T074737
CREATED:20250414T123658Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T123658Z
UID:10000110-1738881000-1738886400@veq.ca
SUMMARY:Postponed: Revenu Québec Information Session
DESCRIPTION:  \nThis information session has been postponed! \nSubscribe to our e-bulletin and follow us on Facebook to stay updated\n  \n \nNew to the province and unsure about filing provincial taxes?\nNew to Québec City and struggling with your tax declarations?\nVEQ is pleased to invite you to an important information session with a representative from Revenu Québec.\nTake advantage of this opportunity to have all your tax-related questions answered by an expert from Revenu Québec! \nFor any questions\, feel free to contact Viktoria Poulin Gareau at:\nnewcomers@veq.ca | (418) 683-2366 ext. 225
URL:https://veq.ca/event/postponed-revenu-quebec-information-session/
LOCATION:Multipurpose Room\, Jeffery Hale Pavilion\, 1270\, chemin Sainte-Foy\, Québec City\, Quebec\, G1S 2M4\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Viktoria Poulin Gareau":MAILTO:newcomers@veq.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250206T040000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250218T043000
DTSTAMP:20260424T074737
CREATED:20250414T123714Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T123714Z
UID:10000111-1738814400-1739853000@veq.ca
SUMMARY:Story Writing Contest
DESCRIPTION:Send us your contribution for the Morrin Centre’s Stories of Our Community project writing contest! \n\n\n\nDate: February 17\, 2025\nTime: 23:00 – 23:30\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe hope to receive many different types of writing related to personal stories and popular history. You can write a story of 200 to 2000 words\, in English or French\, in any genre of your choice: prose\, poetry\, journalistic writing\, letters\, etc. \nSubmission deadline: February 17\, 2025 \n  \nFor questions or submissions\, please reach out to us at info@morrin.org. \nThis contest is open to all\, the Morrin Centre members and people from different Quebec regions. \nThe winning story and the runners-up will be published in the Stories of Our Community booklet that will be made available in a digital version on our social media and as a paper copy in the Library.
URL:https://veq.ca/event/story-writing-contest/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250206T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250206T020000
DTSTAMP:20260424T074737
CREATED:20250414T123715Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T123715Z
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SUMMARY:Stories of Our Community: Echoes of Our Voices Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Stories of Our Community: Echoes of Our Voices Workshop\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWednesday evenings: February 5\, 19 and March 5\, at 7 p.m. \nIn this three-part workshop series\, you will explore the significance of collective memory and living testimonies in preserving oral history. You will be engaged in transcribing personal stories gathered from community members. \nOver the course of three evenings\, you will explore techniques to: \n\nDo interviews and record oral testimonies\,\nTransform spoken accounts into literary or documentary texts\,\nContextualize your stories within broader history.\n\nBecome a collector of real-life stories! \nNo prior writing experience required\, the workshop is open to all. \nPlease note: booking a ticket for February 5 automatically registers you for the full three-part workshop. Attendance on February 5 is required to attend the sessions on February 19 and March 5.  \n\nPresenter biography\n \nSophie Létourneau was born in Levis in 1980. Since 2012\, she is literature professor at Université Laval. Her latest book\, Chasse à l’homme\, won the Governor General’s Literary Award for French-language fiction in 2020.
URL:https://veq.ca/event/stories-of-our-community-echoes-of-our-voices-workshop/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250206T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250206T020000
DTSTAMP:20260424T074737
CREATED:20250414T123715Z
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SUMMARY:Stories of Our Community: Echoes of Our Voices Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Stories of Our Community: Echoes of Our Voices Workshop\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWednesday evenings: February 5\, 19 and March 5\, at 7 p.m. \n  \nIn this three-part workshop series\, you will explore the significance of collective memory and living testimonies in preserving oral history. You will be engaged in transcribing personal stories gathered from community members. \nOver the course of three evenings\, you will explore techniques to: \n\nDo interviews and record oral testimonies\,\nTransform spoken accounts into literary or documentary texts\,\nContextualize your stories within broader history.\n\nBecome a collector of real-life stories! \nNo prior writing experience required\, the workshop is open to all. \nPlease note: by booking a ticket for February 5\, you are automatically registered for the full\, three-part workshop. February 5 attendance is required to attend the sessions on February 19 and March 5. \n\nPresenter biography\n \nSophie Létourneau was born in Levis in 1980. Since 2012\, she is literature professor at Université Laval. Her latest book\, Chasse à l’homme\, won the Governor General’s Literary Award for French-language fiction in 2020.
URL:https://veq.ca/event/stories-of-our-community-echoes-of-our-voices-workshop-2/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250205T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250205T120000
DTSTAMP:20260424T074737
CREATED:20250414T123716Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251202T172413Z
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SUMMARY:Brain Power Board Games - (Shannon)
DESCRIPTION:Brain Power Shannon – (10:00 am-Noon)\nGet ready for a stimulating session of Brain Power at the VEQ Community Space! Strengthen your mind while connecting with others in a fun and relaxed environment. This event features a variety of board games that are both fun and challenging! \nWe’ll also provide tea\, coffee\, and healthy snacks to refresh and energize you throughout the morning. Whether you’re a seasoned board games enthusiast or just looking for a new way to engage your mind\, this event has something for everyone. The atmosphere will be welcoming and inclusive\, ensuring everyone feels comfortable and engaged. \nIt’s the perfect way to spend your morning\, combining mental exercise with social interaction. Don’t miss the opportunity to connect with fellow community members and enjoy a delightful morning at the VEQ Community Space. \n \nSign Up Information:\nIf you’re interested in this fun-filled event or want more details about upcoming Brain Power sessions in September\, contact David Zhu at david.zhu@veq.ca or call 418-683-2366 ext. 228. David is ready to assist with your registration and provide additional details.
URL:https://veq.ca/event/brain-power-board-games-shannon/2025-02-05/
LOCATION:VEQ Community Space (Shannon)\, 438 Blvd Jacques-Cartier\, Suite 109\, Shannon\, Quebec\, G3S 1N5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Activities for Seniors
ORGANIZER;CN="David Zhu":MAILTO:david.zhu@veq.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250203T213400
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250203T223400
DTSTAMP:20260424T074737
CREATED:20250414T123716Z
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SUMMARY:Morrin in Verse: Poetry Soirée
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Monday\, February 3 for an evening of poetry at the Morrin Centre! \n\n\n\nDate:February 3\, 2025\n\nTime: 19:30 – 21:00 \nCalling all poets and poetry enthusiasts! \n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Morrin Centre hosts a series of poetry soirées every first Monday of the month\, from 7:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. in the Library. \nCome to read your poetry or come to listen! This February 3 soirée will also include filmpoetry! \nThese soirées are drop-in events. If you have any questions\, please contact library@morrin.org. \n  \nThis event is made possible thanks to support from the Government of Canada.
URL:https://veq.ca/event/morrin-in-verse-poetry-soiree/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250203T212600
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250203T222600
DTSTAMP:20260424T074737
CREATED:20250414T123727Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T123727Z
UID:10000116-1738617960-1738621560@veq.ca
SUMMARY:Reading Challenge: February
DESCRIPTION:Calling avid readers\, seasonal readers\, not-really readers\, and everyone in between—join the Morrin Centre’s 2025 Reading Challenge! \n\n\n\nStart:January 18\, 2025\nEnd:December 31\, 2025\nEvent Category :Cultural Event\n\n\n\n\n\n \nThe Morrin Centre is running a year-long reading challenge! \nEach month\, we will reveal a new reading theme—read a book for each month’s theme to be entered in a draw to win a bundle of books. \nEmail the book you read this month to library@morrin.org. \nPlease note: The same book cannot count for two different categories. Only Morrin Centre members will be eligible for the prize. \nFebruary’s Challenge: \nRead a book featuring a Black protagonist or written by a Black Canadian author \nIf you would like assistance in finding books for any category\, please ask for help at the library desk. Also\, explore our featured collections on OverDrive\, or follow us on social media (Facebook or Instagram) for suggestions. \nHappy reading! \n  \n  \n\n \nJanuary’s Challenge: \nRead a Book that was published in 2024
URL:https://veq.ca/event/reading-challenge-february/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250131T233000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250201T013000
DTSTAMP:20260424T074737
CREATED:20250414T123727Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T123727Z
UID:10000117-1738366200-1738373400@veq.ca
SUMMARY:VEQ's Game Night\, open to all
DESCRIPTION:Don’t miss the next VEQ Game Night on Friday\, January 31.  Hosted at the Jeffery Hale Pavilion from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.\, you can join other members of the English-speaking community (newcomers or not) for a fun\, social evening with light refreshments provided.  Explore new board games or bring your own that you would like to share!  Register below or contact info@veq.ca for more information: \nClick here to register.\n  \nKnowing how many people we are expecting helps us plan ahead\, in order to maximise our resources and create a better experience for you!\n  \nAlthough registration is NOT REQUIRED\, it is strongly recommended\, as it allows us to better plan for you! \n  \n 
URL:https://veq.ca/event/veqs-game-night-open-to-all-7/
LOCATION:Multipurpose Room\, Jeffery Hale Pavilion\, 1270\, chemin Sainte-Foy\, Québec City\, Quebec\, G1S 2M4\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Voice of English-speaking Qu%C3%A9bec":MAILTO:info@veq.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250130T213000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250130T230000
DTSTAMP:20260424T074737
CREATED:20250414T123728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T123728Z
UID:10000118-1738272600-1738278000@veq.ca
SUMMARY:Arts & Crafts (Shannon) - Valentine's Day Card Making
DESCRIPTION:VEQ’s Arts & Crafts (Shannon) workshops – JANUARY 2025 \nFor the love of Valentine and artistic fun\, try your hand (and heart!) at making Valentine’s Day cards. \nCards will be made using imprints\, colour paper\, pastels and more! \nThis activity is free\, cards and materials are provided for.
URL:https://veq.ca/event/arts-crafts-shannon-valentines-day-card-making/
LOCATION:VEQ Community Space\, 438 Blvd Jacques-Cartier\, Suite 109\, Shannon\, Quebec\, G3S 1N5\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Dominique Paddack":MAILTO:dominique.paddack@veq.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250127T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250127T200000
DTSTAMP:20260424T074737
CREATED:20250414T123728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T123728Z
UID:10000119-1738002600-1738008000@veq.ca
SUMMARY:Morrin Mystery Mondays: Book Club
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a cozy afternoon chat about books at 1:30 p.m. every last Monday of the month. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe have a new daytime book club at the Morrin Centre: Morrin Mystery Mondays! We’ll be reading mysteries and other cozies. \nCome ready to discuss a book of your choice! \nThis event will be held in person. Please email library@morrin.org to learn more or to sign up. We encourage new members to join anytime! \n  \n\nThis project is in partnership with La Maison Anglaise. \n\n\nDate: January 27\, 2025\nTime: 13:30 – 15:00\nEvent Category: Cultural Event\n\nEvent Tags: book club\, mysteries
URL:https://veq.ca/event/morrin-mystery-mondays-book-club-4/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250125T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250125T210000
DTSTAMP:20260424T074737
CREATED:20250414T123728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T123728Z
UID:10000120-1737833400-1737838800@veq.ca
SUMMARY:My Morrin: Scottish Migration to Quebec
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a presentation given by Ewen Booth as part of the My Morrin event series! \n\n\n\n\n\nMy Morrin: Scottish Migration to Quebec\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSaturday\, January 25\, at 2:30 p.m. \n  \nMost historians have heard of the “Auld “alliance between France and Scotland dating back to the early 13th century. Others are familiar with the Scottish settlement of the New World after the Seven Years’ Years’ and Irish immigration during the potato famine in the mid-19th century. This presentation is groundbreaking in that it identifies new and essential points of Scottish immigration to the New World\, primarily to what is present-day Quebec. \n  \nNova Scotia claims the home of the first Scottish immigration to Canada\, with the arrival of the ship The Hector in 1773. This presentation dispels this myth\, based on nine years of research and genealogy. The music of Quebec\, the place names\, and the history of many French Canadian families are intertwined with the Scottish immigrants who settled in Quebec\, helping to make the province what it is today. This presentation offers a different perspective on our history and explains many things hidden in time that are only now being uncovered; it is only the tip of the iceberg. \n  \n\n  \nEwen Booth “Le Chardon et la Fleur de Lys” \n  \nEwen Booth is a historical researcher who uses genealogy as a tool to explore areas uncommonly ventured into by others. He and his wife\, Kathleen McKen\, have lived in Montmagny since relocating in 2017. Ewen is a former police officer and museum volunteer who is passionate about history. He uses his experience to unfold history that was never discovered by others previously. With over 140 active family trees\, Ewen’s work continues to grow. Intending to put these stories on paper and develop mini videos for a YouTube audience\, Ewen has also created a Scottish history tour of Quebec City and the south shore of the St. Lawrence River based out of Montmagny. \n  \nEwen was the recipient of the 2020 Gordon Atkinson Memorial Prize in Highlander Military History by the Quebec Thistle Council and is the owner of “Le Ch “rdon et la Fleur de Lys\,” a history project that turned into a business which captures all that he does: research\, genealogy\, history tours\, public presentations\, YouTube videos and written short stories. In addition\, Ewen and Kathleen are restoring their 1767 home while researching previous homeowners\, many of whom are relatives of Kathleen. Kathleen is a French-Canadian descendant of a Scottish soldier who remained in Quebec after 1763 and is the Quebec Commissioner for the Clan MacKinnon Society. Join us on our journey! \n\n\n\nDate: January 25\, 2025\n\nTime: \n14:30 – 16:00\n\nEvent Category: Cultural Event
URL:https://veq.ca/event/my-morrin-scottish-migration-to-quebec/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250125T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250125T173000
DTSTAMP:20260424T074737
CREATED:20250414T123742Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T123742Z
UID:10000121-1737822600-1737826200@veq.ca
SUMMARY:Morrin Member Mornings
DESCRIPTION:Come join us for a cozy morning in the Library. Learn about our upcoming activities and more about our library services while enjoying light refreshments and meeting other Morrin Centre members. \nLong-time and new members are welcome! \nR.S.V.P. by Friday\, January 24 by writing to info@morrin.org \nDid you know that tours for members are free? To join one of our tours in English\, please register HERE or in French HERE. \nDate: January 25\, 2025\nTime: \n11:30 – 12:30\n\nEvent Category: Cultural Event
URL:https://veq.ca/event/morrin-member-mornings/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250124T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250124T200000
DTSTAMP:20260424T074737
CREATED:20250414T123742Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T123742Z
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SUMMARY:Sliding & Tubing Outing at Le Centre de Glisse Myrand
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an exciting outing to Le Centre de Glisse Myrand on January 24\, from 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM! This popular sliding and tubing center features five slopes\, including three beginner-level and two advanced-level runs. With artificial snow and evening lighting\, it’s the perfect place for both children and adults to enjoy thrilling rides on inflatable tubes. \nThe slopes offer a fun range of speeds: the beginner slopes can reach speeds of up to 15 km/h\, while the advanced slopes can reach up to 50 km/h. \nFacilities at the center include an ice skating rink\, a ski lift (for the advanced slopes)\, a skater’s lounge\, and public restrooms. \nImportant Information:\nChildren 11 years old or younger must be accompanied by an adult at all times. To access the advanced slopes\, participants must be at least 1.10 meters tall. Each inflatable tube is for one person only on the advanced slopes. Children aged 5 or younger must be accompanied by someone at least 15 years old when sliding\, whether they are in the same tube or not. Children over 5 may be required to have a companion aged 15 or older\, depending on their behavior or any special needs. Only equipment provided by the center is permitted on the slopes. \nWe look forward to an afternoon of fun and adventure\, so don’t miss out on this exciting experience! \nPlease make sure to REGISTER in advance for the outing! \nFor more information\, please reach out to Viktoria Poulin Gareau at newcomers@veq.ca or 418-683-2366 ext. 225. \nWe hope to see you there!
URL:https://veq.ca/event/sliding-tubing-outing-at-le-centre-de-glisse-myrand/
LOCATION:Le Centre de Glisse Myrand\, Quebec\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Viktoria Poulin Gareau":MAILTO:newcomers@veq.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250123T003000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250123T020000
DTSTAMP:20260424T074737
CREATED:20250414T123742Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T123742Z
UID:10000123-1737592200-1737597600@veq.ca
SUMMARY:Morrin in Verse: Poetry Soirée
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Monday\, March 3 for an evening of poetry at the Morrin Centre! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \nCalling all poets and poetry enthusiasts!\nThe Morrin Centre hosts a series of poetry soirées every first Monday of the month\, from 7:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. in the Library. \nCome to read your poetry or come to listen! \nThese soirées are drop-in events. If you have any questions\, please contact library@morrin.org.
URL:https://veq.ca/event/morrin-in-verse-poetry-soiree-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250122T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250122T013000
DTSTAMP:20260424T074737
CREATED:20250414T123742Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T123742Z
UID:10000124-1737504000-1737509400@veq.ca
SUMMARY:Pixels & Pages Book Club
DESCRIPTION:Interested in discussing literature with other book lovers?\nMissing connecting over books in the Library? Join Pixels & Pages! \n\n\n\nDate: January 21\, 2025\nTime: \n19:00 – 20:30\n\nEvent Category: Cultural Event\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSelection for January: Brotherless Night by V.V. Ganeshananthan\nBrotherless Night is available on OverDrive in e-book format as part of the Morrin Centre’s digital collections HERE. \nPlease note that this event will be a hybrid. The book club will meet in the Library\, but participants can also participate online via Zoom. \nPlease email library@morrin.org to learn more or to sign up! \n  \n  \n\nThis project is in partnership with La Maison Anglaise.
URL:https://veq.ca/event/pixels-pages-book-club-4/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250118T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250118T180000
DTSTAMP:20260424T074737
CREATED:20250414T123742Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T123742Z
UID:10000125-1737214200-1737223200@veq.ca
SUMMARY:Through the Pages of Time: Guided Tour of Québec’s Parliamentary Library
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever visited the oldest parliamentary library in Canada? Join us for an exciting guided tour of the Parliamentary Library of Québec\, where history\, culture\, and beauty come together in one of the most unique spots in Québec City. \nExplore an extensive collection of works on Canadian history\, politics\, law\, and public policy—many of which are rare and hard to find elsewhere. The Library is not just a wealth of knowledge\, but also a captivating space rich in historical significance. \nAfter the tour\, we’ll head to La Café du Parlement\, where we can enjoy lunch\, chat\, and connect with fellow attendees in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere. \nDate: Saturday\, January 18\nTime: 10:30 AM \nDon’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to explore Québec’s rich parliamentary history and enjoy great company over lunch! \nTO REGISTER  \nFor more information or questions\, contact:\nViktoria Poulin Gareau\nEmail: newcomers@veq.ca\nPhone: 418-683-2366 ext 225
URL:https://veq.ca/event/through-the-pages-of-time-guided-tour-of-quebecs-parliamentary-library/
ORGANIZER;CN="Viktoria Poulin Gareau":MAILTO:newcomers@veq.ca
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