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SUMMARY:Photography and Creative Writing for Youth
DESCRIPTION:If you’re aged between 14-16 years old\, join us at the Wellness Centre at Jeffery Hale for five weeks this summer for fun workshops focusing on photography and creative writing in collaboration with LOVE (Québec). \nDevelop new photography skills during the photography workshops!  LOVE will bring semi-professional cameras and teach participants how to use them through various kinds of photography (portraiture\, close up\, black and white\, etc.). \nThe creative writing and group discussion workshops will highlight various social topics such as diversity and inclusion\, social standards and media safety (to name a few!) with the intention of reflecting on how these social aspects affect the participants\, and their peers\, on a daily basis. \nThere will also be time for sharing personal stories and developing active listening skills during these workshops. \nRegistration required.  Participants are requested to attend all five sessions. \nRegister here. \n\nQuestions? \nFor more information about these Photography and Creative Writing for Youth workshops\, please contact Verity\, Youth Program Coordinator\, by email or phone at 418-684-5333\, ext. 11932. \n\nLOVE (Québec) is a non-profit organization that supports youth to thrive through programs and healthy relationships that build emotional intelligence and help overcome the challenges they face.  Participants emerge from LOVE’s programs with greater resilience\, heightened skills\, and the confidence to be inspirational leaders.
URL:https://veq.ca/event/photography-and-creative-writing-for-youth/
LOCATION:Wellness Centre at Jeffery Hale\, 1270\, chemin Sainte-Foy\, Québec City\, Quebec\, G1S 2M4\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Verity Jordan":MAILTO:vjordan@jhpartners.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240629T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240629T170000
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SUMMARY:Buddy Up: BBQ
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a fantastic time of grilling and camaraderie at the Buddy Up BBQ! This event is the perfect opportunity for men in the English-speaking community to come together\, connect\, share some laughs and enjoy good food in great company.  Showcase your grilling skills or simply enjoy the summer with new and old friends alike. \nWe’ll provide the BBQ and you bring your favorite food and drinks. \nWhat to bring: \n\nYour own food (meats\, veggies\, sides—whatever you love to grill)\nYour preferred beverages\nA camping chair to sit on\n\nGuys\, mark your calendars and we’ll see you at the Gatehouse! \nStreet parking is available in the area. \n\nQuestions? \nFor more information about the Buddy Up BBQ\, please contact Jarryd by email or phone at418-570-7953.
URL:https://veq.ca/event/buddy-up-bbq/
LOCATION:The Gatehouse\, 1601 Chem. Saint-Louis\, Québec City\, Quebec\, G1S 1G4\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Jarryd Smith":MAILTO:jsmith@jhpartners.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240628T223000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240629T003000
DTSTAMP:20260425T042836
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SUMMARY:VEQ's Game Night\, open to all
DESCRIPTION:Don’t miss the next VEQ Game Night on Friday\, June 28.  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-13/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240626T230000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240627T010000
DTSTAMP:20260425T042836
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SUMMARY:On this Shining Night: Concert and Workshop- Morrin Centre
DESCRIPTION:Come enjoy an evening of song and explore the relationship between poetry and music! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin soprano Angelina Lynne and harpist Yu-Fen Liu\, performing as Duo Fleur d’Ange\, in an evening of art song! The concert will explore how different composers set poetry to music across two centuries. In a lecture-recital format\, musical performances of the songs will be complemented by commentary from the performers. The evening will culminate in a short workshop on how to musically interpret a poem by Emily Brontë. \nPROGRAM \nEvensong: Text by Constance Morgan & music by Liza Lehmann\nSure on this Shining Night: Text by James Agee & music by Samuel Barber\nL’heure exquise (La lune blanche): Text by Paul Verlaine & music by Reynaldo Hahn\nIm Abendrot: Text by Karl Lappe & music by Franz Schubert\nRomance sans paroles: Music by Gabriel Fauré for solo harp\nNow Sleeps the Crimson Petal: Text by Alfred Lord Tennyson & music by Carol Wood\nHarp of Wild: Text by Emily Brontë (song for workshop) \nTo register\, click here. \n  \n\nPRESENTERS \nDUO FLEUR D’ANGE \n \nBased in Quebec City\, the ensemble Duo Fleur d’Ange includes vocalist Angelina Lynne and harpist Yu-Fen Liu and was formed in 2022. They feel fortunate to have come into contact with each other during the pandemic and decided to share their passion for music together. Since then\, the Quebec City duo has performed in the festival series Les Micros-Shows de Beaupré\, in benefit concerts for the Manor Mauvide-Genest at the Église de-Saint-Jean-de I’Île d’Orléans\, and at the Eastman School of Music in New York. Besides performing public concerts\, they also enjoy performing for private events\, such as for the lovely residents of the Saint-Brigid’s senior care home in Quebec City regularly. \nTogether\, they represent a classic and angelic marriage of voice and harp\, offering a multilingual repertoire of varied styles\, from classical to contemporary\, jazz\, traditional and pop\, that speaks to all ages and a combination of instrumental sounds that appeals to all. This musical duo will leave you inspired as they celebrate and share their joy of music! \nANGELINA LYNNE\nAngelina Lynne is a versatile singer\, musician\, and educator currently residing on Île d’Orléans. A classically trained soprano\, Angelina enjoys singing in many genres. She has performed in various recitals\, concerts\, and festivals in Canada and abroad\, in the Middle East\, Europe\, New Zealand\, the United States\, and Mexico. She holds a Bachelor of Music degree\, a Master’s degree in performance (voice)\, and is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in music education at Université Laval. As a music educator and lifelong learner\, Angelina’s passion for music has taken her across the globe. Passing on her love of singing to the next generation is paramount. She has served as artistic director and vocal coach for various musical theatre productions and youth choirs and in Canada and Belgium. She maintains an active music studio\, teaching voice and piano in French and English. Her love of singing is contagious as she encourages people of all ages to use their voices and sing for joy! \nYU-FEN LIU\nOriginally from Taiwan\, harpist Yu-Fen Liu holds a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in harp performance from the Manhattan School of Music in New York City\, where she studied with Sarah Bullen\, principal harpist of the New York Philharmonic and later of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra. Ms. Liu has performed with various orchestras in New York City\, including a long relationship with Ureuk Symphony Orchestra\, as well as with the City University of New York Contemporary Ensemble and the Young People’s Concert Series at Lincoln Center. She was awarded the Lincoln Center Chamber Music Society Certificate of Merit in 1993. In addition to her classical performances\, she also offers a wide range of musical styles. Since moving to Quebec\, she has performed with the symphony orchestra and opera studio of Université Laval\, the Ensemble Lunatik\, the Ensemble 27\, and at different local and regional events. \n \n  \nThis concert-recital is part of the Morrin In Verse project\, which is made possible thanks to the Government of Canada. \n \n 
URL:https://veq.ca/event/on-this-shining-night-concert-and-workshop-morrin-centre/
LOCATION:Morrin Centre\, 44 Chaussée des Écossais\, Québec City\, Quebec\, G1R 4H3\, Canada
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DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240627T013000
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SUMMARY:Baseball Game\, OPEN TO ALL
DESCRIPTION:BASEBALL GAME OPEN TO ALL!!!\n  \nA New(comers’) Experience—On June 26th\, VEQ is taking Newcomers to a Les Capitales baseball game. Start warming up your throats and practicing your supporting chant for the home team! \nTo join in the fun: \nRegistrations are required\, as we have 20 tickets that were donated by Les Capitales. If you can no longer participate\, please let us know so someone else can take advantage of this generous donation. \nWe will meet outside the CANAC stadium\, at 6:00 p.m. \nFor more information\, please contact Maria Castro at newcomers@veq.ca or (418) 683-2366 ext. 225
URL:https://veq.ca/event/baseball-game-open-to-all/
LOCATION:Quebec
ORGANIZER;CN="Mar%C3%ADa Castro":MAILTO:newcomers@veq.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240619T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240619T153000
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SUMMARY:User rights and filing complaints in the health system
DESCRIPTION:Part of the SHARP series\, join this Zoom presentation by Jean-Philippe Payment\, the Service Quality and Complaints Commissioner at the CIUSSS West-Central Montreal. \nPlease sign up using the green Register button above to get the link for this event. \nAbout SHARP \nSHARP provides tools and resources to support English-speaking older adults to age and live where they choose. SHARP is short for “Services for Healthy Aging in the Right Place.” \nFor more information\, please contact Claire Quenville by email cquenville@jhpartners.net or by phone: 418-527-2533 \nSHARP is a CHSSN initiative funded through Health Canada’s Official Languages Health Contribution Program 2023-’28
URL:https://veq.ca/event/user-rights-and-filing-complaints-in-the-health-system/
LOCATION:Virtual meeting via Zoom\, Quebec\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Claire Quenville":MAILTO:cquenville@jhpartners.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240615T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240615T153000
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SUMMARY:Park Meet-up
DESCRIPTION:Join other English-speaking parents and caregivers of children of all ages for get-togethers on Saturday mornings from 10-11:30a.m. on the Plains of Abraham. Hang out at the Parc du Musée playground and a chat while your kids play . Or\, meet-up with the others there and then head off for a walk around the fabulous paths on the Plains. \nIn case of bad weather\, there will be no Meet-up.  \nFor more information \nEmail Jessica Price\, our Family Matters Program Coordinator\, or call her at 418-684-5333\, ext. 12009 \n\n\n 
URL:https://veq.ca/event/park-meet-up/
LOCATION:Parc du Musée playground on the Plains of Abraham\, beside the Muséée national des beaux arts\, 179 Grande Allée O\, Québec City\, Quebec\, G1R 2H1\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Jessica Price":MAILTO:jprice@jhpartners.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240613T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240613T180000
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SUMMARY:Out & About - Jardin universitaire Roger-Van den Hende
DESCRIPTION:Out & About offers English speakers (50+) free transportation to various community activities while providing the opportunity to go out\, socialize\, and connect with others. Weekly outings include shopping trips\, nature visits\, excursions to l’Île d’Orléans\, visits to museums\, ice cream\, and more! \n**This week join us for a visit to the beautiful Jardin universitaire Roger-Van den Hende at Universty Laval. Please contact Maria Hoyt (418-683-2366 x221 or maria.hoyt@veq.ca) for more information or to sign-up for transportation. \n  \n\n\n  \n 
URL:https://veq.ca/event/out-about-jardin-universitaire-roger-van-den-hende/
LOCATION:Jardin universitaire Roger-Van den Hende\, 2480\, Boul. Hochelaga\, Québec City\, Quebec\, G1V 0A6\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Maria Hoyt":MAILTO:maria.hoyt@veq.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240612T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240612T190000
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SUMMARY:Demystifying the Role of the Pharmacist
DESCRIPTION:Pharmacists play a pivotal role in our healthcare system. Join Marysa Buteau\, pharmacist\, as she educates us on the role of the pharmacist and how to prepare for a consultation. Discover the breadth of responsibilities pharmacists undertake beyond dispensing medication and how to make the most out of your interactions with them. Please note that no advice specific to your state of health will be offered. \nThis information session will be interactive\, so bring your questions\, concerns\, and curiosity! \nEveryone must register.  \nRegister here to join online OR fill up this form to attend in-person at the Wellness Centre. \n 
URL:https://veq.ca/event/demystifying-the-role-of-the-pharmacist/
LOCATION:Jeffery Hale Pavilion OR Online\, 1270\, chemin Sainte-Foy\, Québec City\, Quebec\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Ana%C3%AFs Fortin-Maltais":MAILTO:afortinmaltais@jhpartners.net
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240612
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240618
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SUMMARY:The Archive of Missing Things - Morrin Centre
DESCRIPTION:Come experience The Archive of Missing Things\, part live performance and part contemplative game\, in the Morrin Centre’s exquisite Victorian library. Equipped with an iPad and a headset\, you’ll explore a maze-like archive in search of the secret at its centre\, guided by clues in a live performance happening discreetly around you. Created by Halifax’s acclaimed Zuppa Theatre with award-winning writer Kate Cayley\, this performance\, alongside a digital book and game\, presents a mystery that is beautiful\, wistful… and sometimes even a little eerie. \n\n\n\n\nThis project is made possible thanks to the support of the Canada Council for the Arts\, Arts Nova Scotia\, and Conseil des arts et des lettres du Québec. \n\n*Please visit the Morrin Centre Website for times and more information: https://www.morrin.org/en/archive-of-missing-things/?mc_cid=0712a66ce4&mc_eid=783d4e7481
URL:https://veq.ca/event/the-archive-of-missing-things-morrin-centre/
LOCATION:Morrin Centre\, 44 Chaussée des Écossais\, Québec City\, Quebec\, G1R 4H3\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240611T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240611T173000
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SUMMARY:Out & About - Picnic at Bois-du-Coulonge Park
DESCRIPTION:Out & About offers English speakers (50+) free transportation to various community activities while providing the opportunity to go out\, socialize\, and connect with others. Weekly outings include shopping trips\, nature visits\, excursions to l’Île d’Orléans\, visits to museums\, ice cream\, and more! \n**This week join us for a stroll and picnic at the bois-du-coulonge park. Please contact Maria Hoyt (418-683-2366 x221 or maria.hoyt@veq.ca) for more information or to sign-up for transportation. \n  \n\n\n  \n 
URL:https://veq.ca/event/out-about-picnic-at-bois-du-coulonge-park/
LOCATION:Bois-de-Coulonge Park\, 1215 Grande Allée O\, Québec City\, Quebec\, G1S 1E7\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Maria Hoyt":MAILTO:maria.hoyt@veq.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240608T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240608T190000
DTSTAMP:20260425T042836
CREATED:20250414T131204Z
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SUMMARY:Audio Storytelling Workshop: The Art of Interviewing
DESCRIPTION:Interested in podcasting? \nJoin us on Saturday\, June 8 from 10am – 3pm for this introductory workshop. \nTo register: https://forms.office.com/r/p97nSYZMhU \nBring your own lunch. Light refreshments provided. \nWorkshop description: \nInterviewing guests is an essential podcasting skill. \nHow do we put our interviewees at ease even as we point a microphone at them? How can we structure our interview questions to provoke deeper reflections and help interviewees emotionally connect to their story? How do we ensure that our interview audio is clear and compelling and grabs listeners’ ears with nothing more than the phone in your pocket? \nIn this workshop\, Glenn Patterson\, an ethnographer and public-sector heritage worker\, shares some of the secrets of oral history interviewing that he has learned firsthand over the last 15 years from veteran audio storytellers and radio producers. \nThis workshop is a partnership between Community Digital Arts Hub – CDAH and VEQ as part of the CDAH in the Regions project funded by the Government of Canada and supported by ELAN Quebec.
URL:https://veq.ca/event/audio-storytelling-workshop-the-art-of-interviewing/
LOCATION:Wellness Centre at Jeffery Hale Multipurpose Room\, 1270\, chemin Sainte-Foy\, Québec City\, Quebec\, G1S 2M4\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Susanna Tang":MAILTO:susanna.tang@veq.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240608T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240608T170000
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SUMMARY:Outdoor Family Kick-off to Summer
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a morning of fun especially for you and your children! Our outdoor event for families is always a great way to kick-start the summer and connect with other English-speaking families of young children in the community. \nHere’s the fun we have planned for you! \n\nOutdoor story time with the Morrin Centre ( starts at 10:15a.m.)\nOutdoor games\, motor skills activities\, sports\nAn appearance from the Wellness care bear\nMake a craft for Father’s Day\nFace painting\nAllergy safe snacks\, BBQ: hotdogs\, veggie dogs.\n\nLocation: The field behind the Gatehouse\, 1601\, chemin Saint-Louis\, Québec\, QC G1S 1G4. Bring your own blanket or camping chairs for your family to sit on. \nParking:  Street parking is available in the area.  Please consult our map of the local neighborhood to see where you can park. \nVolunteer to help out?  Please contact our volunteer coordinator Elise Holloway if you would like to be part of the wonderful volunteer team before\, during\, or after the event\, any bit of help is greatly appreciated! \nWho can attend \nThis event is open to all parents\, parental guardians\, parents-to-be and kiddos in the Greater Quebec City area! \nFor more details please contact Jessica Price\, Family Matters Program Coordinator:  jprice@jhpartners.net
URL:https://veq.ca/event/outdoor-family-kick-off-to-summer/
LOCATION:The field behind the Gatehouse next to Saint Brigid’s\, 1601 chemin Saint-Louis\, Québec City\, Quebec\, G1S 1G4\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Jessica Price":MAILTO:jprice@jhpartners.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240605T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240605T230000
DTSTAMP:20260425T042836
CREATED:20250414T131204Z
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SUMMARY:Lifelong Learning - End of the Year Happy Hour
DESCRIPTION:***More details to come***
URL:https://veq.ca/event/lifelong-learning-end-of-the-year-happy-hour/
LOCATION:Québec City Reading Council\, 3005 Rue William-Stuart\, Québec City\, Quebec\, G1W 1V4\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240604T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240604T173000
DTSTAMP:20260425T042836
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SUMMARY:Out & About - Shopping at Place Laurier
DESCRIPTION:Out & About offers English speakers (50+) free transportation to various community activities while providing the opportunity to go out\, socialize\, and connect with others. Weekly outings include shopping trips\, nature visits\, excursions to l’Île d’Orléans\, visits to museums\, ice cream\, and more! \n**This week join us for shopping at Place Laurier. Please contact Maria Hoyt (418-683-2366 x221 or maria.hoyt@veq.ca) for more information or to sign-up for transportation. \n  \n\n\n  \n 
URL:https://veq.ca/event/out-about-shopping-at-place-laurier/
LOCATION:Quebec
ORGANIZER;CN="Maria Hoyt":MAILTO:maria.hoyt@veq.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240604T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240604T150000
DTSTAMP:20260425T042836
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SUMMARY:50+ Fun Chair Yoga
DESCRIPTION:Discover our Fun Yoga class for ages 50 and above\, to harmonize your mental\, physical and emotional dimensions\, and cultivate inner tranquility. \nThrough a balanced blend of postures and breathing exercises\, this class releases tension\, enhances flexibility and works the entire body. With thoughtful incorporation of chairs\, this gentle yet active adaptation of yoga also focuses on mobility. Every posture is tailored to your unique needs\, creating a space to realign\, calm the mind\, and rekindle your inner vitality. \nPay before May 6 to register for the spring 2024 session\n($30 for all 6 classes) \n\n\n\nThe “Add to Cart” button above will open a new window in PayPal. If you do not have a PayPal account\, you do not need to open one. Simply click the grey “Check Out” button and then enter your credit card information.\nOn your bank or credit card statement\, the merchant name will appear as: JEFF WEJHCA or JEFF COMM PARTNERS.
URL:https://veq.ca/event/50-fun-chair-yoga-2/
LOCATION:Jeffery Hale Pavilion\, 1270\, chemin Sainte-Foy\, Québec City\, Quebec\, G1S 2M4\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Ana%C3%AFs Fortin-Maltais":MAILTO:afortinmaltais@jhpartners.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240601T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240601T180000
DTSTAMP:20260425T042836
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SUMMARY:Montmorency Falls Picnic  ***POSTPONED***
DESCRIPTION:This event is OPEN TO ALL\, newcomers or not!\n\n  \nIt already feels like summer\, doesn’t it?!\n  \nTo get the season started\, we are hosting an outdoor picnic at Montmorency Falls\, from 11 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. VEQ will provide transportation to the falls and back\, free of charge. Registration to the bus is required\, since there is a limited capacity. Click here to book your spot on the bus! You can also join us there. \nWhat to expect: \n\nFREE bus transportation from our office venue\, located at 1270 chemin Sainte-Foy\, leaving at 10:30 a.m. and returning to the same address at 2:00 p.m.\nWe will bring board games\, as a way of facilitating breaking the ice and establishing new connections.\nA gift card will be raffled among the participants at the end of the event. The winner can choose from Tim Hortons\, Chocolat Favoris\, or La Maison Anglaise.\n\nImportant information: \n\nMeals and/or snacks are NOT included. We encourage you to pack (a basket with) your favorite treats and enjoy a leisurely picnic amidst the majestic beauty of this natural wonder.\nYou can take a stroll along the scenic trails\, spot the falls’ famous waterfalls\, and make unforgettable memories with friends and family.\nYou can bring a comfortable folding chair or blankets\, and take in some most-needed vitamin D!\nMake sure you bring protection from the sun (hat\, sunblock\, umbrella\, etc.\nVisit the Falls’ website to find out more about what they offer.\nYour smile!\n\nYou may get your ticket to the park in advance on the SÉPAQ’s reservation website. \nAccess to the park is free to the residents of Québec’s Metropolitan area* with proof of residence.** \n*Québec’s Metropolitan area includes Lévis. For more information\, please call the SÉPAQ. \n** Proof of residence can be a health card\, driver’s license\, student ID\, any photo ID (that confirms the person’s identity)\, and a document with the address in Québec’s Metropolitan area. \n 
URL:https://veq.ca/event/montmorency-falls-picnic-postponed/
LOCATION:Voice of English-speaking Québec\, 1270\, chemin Sainte-Foy\, Québec City\, Quebec\, G1S 2M4\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Mar%C3%ADa Castro":MAILTO:newcomers@veq.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240531T223000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240601T003000
DTSTAMP:20260425T042836
CREATED:20250414T131405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T131405Z
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SUMMARY:VEQ's Game Night\, open to all
DESCRIPTION:Don’t miss the return of VEQ Game Nights on Friday\, May 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-14/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240530T213000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240530T233000
DTSTAMP:20260425T042836
CREATED:20250414T131405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T131405Z
UID:10000271-1717104600-1717111800@veq.ca
SUMMARY:VEQ AGM 2024
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Thursday\, May 30\, 2024 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. for our Annual General Meeting. \nConnect with old friends\, and meet new ones\, as you get to know more about VEQ’s successes this past year\, and plans for the year ahead! Appetizers and refreshments will be served\, and parking is free. \nPlease RSVP by May 24 to Maria Hoyt: \nE: info@veq.ca \nT: (418) 683-2366 ext. 221 \nWe cannot wait to see you there!
URL:https://veq.ca/event/veq-agm-2024/
LOCATION:Coin soleil\, 2nd Floor\, Jeffery Hale Hospital\, 1250\, chemin Sainte-Foy\, Québec City\, Quebec\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240529T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240529T193000
DTSTAMP:20260425T042836
CREATED:20250414T131405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T131405Z
UID:10000272-1717005600-1717011000@veq.ca
SUMMARY:Lifelong Learning: Home Exchange\, Anyone?
DESCRIPTION:This event is open to all adults age 50+ in the Quebec City area. \nFACILITATOR: Jan Anderson \nJoin seasoned traveler\, Jan Anderson for an in-depth look at home exchanging. This is when you swap your home with someone else using a web-based service. Learn about the process and see photos of Jan’s past exchanges. Learn from her experience with this innovative way to travel and feel free to ask  your questions! \nTO REGISTER: email Catherine at info@lifelonglearningquebec.org\, or call 418.681.1258. Space is limited. \nSign up for the Lifelong Learning mailing list for updates on activities. Questions or concerns? Contact Catherine at 418.681.1258.
URL:https://veq.ca/event/lifelong-learning-home-exchange-anyone/
LOCATION:Quebec
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240528T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240528T173000
DTSTAMP:20260425T042836
CREATED:20250414T131406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T131406Z
UID:10000273-1716904800-1716917400@veq.ca
SUMMARY:Out & About (Np) - "Irish Walking Tour" of Old Quebec
DESCRIPTION:“Irish Walking Tour” of Old Quebec – Tuesday\, May 28th  (10:00 am -1:15 pm) – Join us for a walk in Old Quebec to discover Irish landmarks and sites during this guided tour in English (with Joe Lonargan). Don’t forget to bring your walking shoes! There will be a good amount of walking though we won’t go down the hill to Blvd .Champlain.  \nRegister with Dominique at 418-683-2366 x 227 or dominique.paddack@veq.ca
URL:https://veq.ca/event/out-about-np-irish-walking-tour-of-old-quebec/
LOCATION:Old Québec\, Rue Saint-Jean\, Québec\, Québec City\, Quebec\, G1R 3P1\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Dominique Paddack":MAILTO:dominique.paddack@veq.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240527T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240527T190000
DTSTAMP:20260425T042836
CREATED:20250414T131406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T131406Z
UID:10000274-1716831000-1716836400@veq.ca
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\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! \nThis project is in partnership with La Maison Anglaise.
URL:https://veq.ca/event/morrin-mystery-mondays-book-club-7/
LOCATION:Morrin Centre\, 44 Chaussée des Écossais\, Québec City\, Quebec\, G1R 4H3\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240527T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240527T150000
DTSTAMP:20260425T042836
CREATED:20250414T131657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T131657Z
UID:10000275-1716818400-1716822000@veq.ca
SUMMARY:Lifelong Learning - Chair Yoga
DESCRIPTION:This event is open to all 50+ LLL members. \nFACILITATOR: Susa Bernard \nSusa Bernard\, of Susa Sparkle Yoga\, will lead us through some Chair Yoga exercises followed by a discussion on wellness. Susa is passionate about yoga\, or healing movement\, for all ages. Members will be able to do chair yoga by themselves after this session and thus continue to improve their physical and mental health. \nWear comfortable clothes and think about any health and wellness related questions you might have. \nTO REGISTER: email Catherine at info@lifelonglearningquebec.org\, or call 418.681.1258. Space is limited to 15 people. \nSign up for the Lifelong Learning mailing list for updates on activities. Questions or concerns? Contact Catherine at 418.681.1258.
URL:https://veq.ca/event/lifelong-learning-chair-yoga/
LOCATION:Quebec
ORGANIZER;CN="Catherine Hawker":MAILTO:info@lifelonglearningquebec.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240526T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240526T160000
DTSTAMP:20260425T042836
CREATED:20250414T131657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T131657Z
UID:10000276-1716728400-1716739200@veq.ca
SUMMARY:CWL Community Breakfast (Shannon)
DESCRIPTION:The CWL is hosting their Spring Community Breakfast on Sunday\, May 26th from 9 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. \nPricing \nAdults: $12 \nChildren 6-12: $5 \nChildren under 6: Free \n  \nVEQ is also offering free transportation from the Jeffery Hale Pavilion to the breakfast leaving at 9:30 a.m.\, and from McGreevy Manor leaving at 9:40 a.m. \n  \nPlease contact Maria Hoyt at maria.hoyt@veq.ca or 418-683-2366 x221 to reserve a seat on the bus.
URL:https://veq.ca/event/cwl-community-breakfast-shannon/
LOCATION:Shannon Community Center\, 75 Chemin de Gosford\, Shannon\, Quebec\, G0A 4N0\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240525T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240525T153000
DTSTAMP:20260425T042836
CREATED:20250414T131657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T131657Z
UID:10000277-1716645600-1716651000@veq.ca
SUMMARY:Park meet-up
DESCRIPTION:Join other English-speaking parents and caregivers of children of all ages for get-togethers on Saturday mornings from 10-11:30a.m. on the Plains of Abraham. Hang out at the playground and a chat while your kids play . Or\, meet-up with the others there and then head off for a walk around the fabulous paths on the Plains. \nIn case of bad weather\, there will be no Meet-up.  \nFor more information \nEmail Jessica Price\, our Family Matters Program Coordinator\, or call her at 418-684-5333\, ext. 12009 \n\n\n 
URL:https://veq.ca/event/park-meet-up-2/
LOCATION:Playground on the Plains of Abraham\, beside the Muséée national des beaux arts\, 179 Grande Allée Ouest\, Québec City\, Quebec\, G1R 2H1\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Jessica Price":MAILTO:jprice@jhpartners.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240524T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240524T163000
DTSTAMP:20260425T042836
CREATED:20250414T131657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T131657Z
UID:10000030-1716561000-1716568200@veq.ca
SUMMARY:Out & About - Bowling!
DESCRIPTION:Out & About offers English speakers (50+) free transportation to various community activities while providing the opportunity to go out\, socialize\, and connect with others. Weekly outings include shopping trips\, nature visits\, excursions to l’Île d’Orléans\, visits to museums\, ice cream\, and more! \n**This week join us for bowling ($4) and lunch. To sign up or for more information about bus pick-up\, please contact Maria Hoyt at 418-683-2366 x221 or maria.hoyt@veq.ca \n  \n\n\n  \n 
URL:https://veq.ca/event/out-about-bowling/
LOCATION:Quebec High School Auditorium\, 945 Av. Belvédère\, Québec City\, Quebec\, G1S 3G2\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Maria Hoyt":MAILTO:maria.hoyt@veq.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240523T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240523T190000
DTSTAMP:20260425T042836
CREATED:20250414T131657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T131657Z
UID:10000278-1716485400-1716490800@veq.ca
SUMMARY:Lifelong Learning: The Pine Tree State - A History of Maine
DESCRIPTION:This event is open to all adults age 50+ in the Quebec City area. \nFACILITATOR: Barry Lane \nToday\, Maine is a quiet place on the periphery\, seen by many of us as a recreational paradise of wilderness\, mountains and sea. But at one time\, the state was not on the periphery\, but at the centre of the United States. it would not only lead the union but ultimately save it. it is an extraordinary history.\nTO REGISTER: email Catherine at info@lifelonglearningquebec.org\, or call 418.681.1258. Space is limited. \nSign up for the Lifelong Learning mailing list for updates on activities. Questions or concerns? Contact Catherine at 418.681.1258.
URL:https://veq.ca/event/lifelong-learning-the-pine-tree-state-a-history-of-maine/
LOCATION:Quebec
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240522T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240522T183000
DTSTAMP:20260425T042836
CREATED:20250414T131712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T131712Z
UID:10000279-1716399000-1716402600@veq.ca
SUMMARY:Understanding Age-Related Speech Changes
DESCRIPTION:Communication is an important key to quality of life for ourselves and our loved ones. \nIn this session\, we will discuss the preservation of language and communication in the context of healthy aging. We will also look at aphasia in the process of atypical aging. This session will be interactive – bring your questions\, your worries and your curiosity! \nOur facilitator will be Kristy Findlay\, a Speech-Language Pathologist with the Centre Mosaïque\, clinique d’orthophonie à Québec. \nEveryone must register.  \nRegister here to join online OR fill up this form to attend in-person at the Wellness Centre.
URL:https://veq.ca/event/understanding-age-related-speech-changes/
LOCATION:Jeffery Hale Pavilion OR Online\, 1270\, chemin Sainte-Foy\, Québec City\, Quebec\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Ana%C3%AFs Fortin-Maltais":MAILTO:afortinmaltais@jhpartners.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240521T230000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240522T003000
DTSTAMP:20260425T042836
CREATED:20250414T131712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T131712Z
UID:10000280-1716332400-1716337800@veq.ca
SUMMARY:Pixels & Pages: Book Club
DESCRIPTION:Interested in discussing literature with other book lovers?\nMissing connecting over books in the Library? Come join Pixels & Pages! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHorse by Geraldine Brooks \nHorse 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  \nThis project is in partnership with La Maison Anglaise.
URL:https://veq.ca/event/pixels-pages-book-club-6/
LOCATION:Morrin Centre\, 44 Chaussée des Écossais\, Québec City\, Quebec\, G1R 4H3\, Canada
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240516T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240516T160000
DTSTAMP:20260425T042836
CREATED:20250414T131712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T131712Z
UID:10000281-1715868000-1715875200@veq.ca
SUMMARY:Lifelong Learning: Origami
DESCRIPTION:This event is open to all 50+ LLL members. \nFACILITATOR: Rio Miura \nParticipate in a part of Japanese culture as you discover the history of this art form and learn how to make 5 different pieces of Origami\, including the famous crane! A perfect activity for Asian Heritage Month. \nTO REGISTER: email Catherine at info@lifelonglearningquebec.org\, or call 418.681.1258. Space is limited to 15 people. \nSign up for the Lifelong Learning mailing list for updates on activities. Questions or concerns? Contact Catherine at 418.681.1258.
URL:https://veq.ca/event/lifelong-learning-origami/
LOCATION:Quebec
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