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SUMMARY:Northern Perimeter - Community Kitchen
DESCRIPTION:Join VEQ\, in partnership with the Municipality of Saint-Gabriel-de-Valcartier will offer a unique cooking workshop that will have us collectively make several meals that can be frozen\, as well as a communal lunch together.  A facilitator will guide the group through several recipes in the community center kitchens.  Participants will be asked to bring a part of the ingredient list or other supplies. \nSeptember’s theme will be Chinese Food\, with several classic recipes being shared. \nSpace is limited and Registration is required.  For more information or to register you can contact Jeanne Nivischiuk at catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca or 418-683-2366 x 228
URL:https://veq.ca/event/northern-perimeter-community-kitchen-3/
LOCATION:Saint-Gabriel-de-Valcartier Community Center\, 2215 Bd Valcartier\, Saint-Gabriel-de-Valcartier\, Quebec\, G0A 4S0\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Jeanne Nivischiuk":MAILTO:jeannenivischiuk.veq@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230915T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230915T150000
DTSTAMP:20260427T021546
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SUMMARY:Travellin' Toddler Time: Wild Animals
DESCRIPTION:Who We Are\nTravellin’ Toddler Time (TTT) is free activity in English for children 3 and 4 years old and their parents/caregivers or grandparents. Participants sing songs\, hear stories\, make crafts and enjoy a snack. \nThis activity is a great way to:\n* Practice fine motor skills\n* Discover new craft ideas\n* Encourage creative learning as a family\n* Meet new friends!\nEvery month is a new theme and host.\n  \nJoin in on the fun!\nReserve your place by contacting Quebec City Reading Council by phone\, email or Facebook.\n418-681-1258; info@qcrc.org; @quebeccityreadingcouncil
URL:https://veq.ca/event/travellin-toddler-time-wild-animals/
LOCATION:Eastern Quebec Learning Centre\, Room 201\, 3005\, rue William Stuart\, Québec City\, Quebec\, G1W 1V4\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230914T223000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230914T233000
DTSTAMP:20260427T021546
CREATED:20250414T163106Z
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SUMMARY:Buddy Up: Run
DESCRIPTION:Are you looking for a way to stay active\, meet new people\, and improve your mental well-being? Look no further! Join Buddy-Up: Run\, a weekly running group for men\, led by passionate fitness coach and community animator\, Jarryd Smith. \nOver four weeks\, let’s come together as a community to support men’s health and well-being. All fitness levels are welcome\, and the run will be tailored to your fitness level. Join us at the Plains of Abraham for a casual jog or a more intense workout. \nMeeting point: 1 Avenue Montcalm\, G1R 5H3 \nWith 14 years of experience in the fitness industry\, Jarryd is committed to helping you improve your physical ability while bringing together men in our community. Don’t miss out on this fun event\, register today to secure your spot. \nLet’s make a positive change\, one stride at a time. \nRegistration is preferred so we know to expect you. \nRegister here. \nFor more information about Buddy Up: Run\, please contact Jarryd\, Community Animator\, by email or phone at 581-748-9893. \nThanks to the CHSSN for funding this activity. \nAbout Buddy Up \nBuddy Up is about making buddies but it’s important to take care of ourselves\, too. Building ‘strength’ and resilience is key. Building strength physically and mentally within helps us work through emotions\, relieve stress\, and remember to simply enjoy life.  The Buddy Up campaign is by men\, for men. Let’s raise awareness about suicide prevention while enjoying the benefits of fitness and camaraderie.
URL:https://veq.ca/event/buddy-up-run/
LOCATION:Plains of Abraham\, 1 Avenue Montcalm\, Québec City\, Quebec\, G1R 5H3\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Jarryd Smith":MAILTO:jsmith@jhpartners.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230914T220000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230914T233000
DTSTAMP:20260427T021546
CREATED:20250414T163255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T163255Z
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SUMMARY:Volunteer Info Session
DESCRIPTION:Diplôme avant la Médaille\, VEQ and WE Volunteer (Wellness Centre at Jeffery Hale) are hosting an information session about volunteer opportunities. \nVolunteering is a great way to meet people\, integrate in the community and develop your skills. Contribute to a young person’s future by becoming a tutor! If you like teaching and can give one hour a week\, Le Diplôme avant la Médaille (DAM) needs 300 volunteer tutors this year to help student athletes overcome their academic difficulties. English\, math\, and science are the subjects most in demand. \nOther volunteer options with WE Volunteer will also be shared. \nJoin us for the Info Session on Thursday\, September 14 starting at 6pm. Light refreshments will be served. Time will also be set aside for mingling. \nPre-registrations required. Sign up here! https://forms.office.com/r/tnfeR1S9kx \nSee you there! \n 
URL:https://veq.ca/event/volunteer-info-session/
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:20230914T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230914T190000
DTSTAMP:20260427T021546
CREATED:20250414T163255Z
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SUMMARY:Out & About - Bowling & Lunch
DESCRIPTION:Out & About is offering free transporation for members of the 50+ community to enjoy a day of bowling at Salon de Quilles Laval (small bowling) and lunch at Normandin. Come show off your bowling skills! Cost is $35 per hour per lane (six people per lane)\, prices will be split among participants and will come to around $7 a person. \nRegistration is required with Maria Hoyt – 418-683-2366 x221 or maria.hoyt@veq.ca
URL:https://veq.ca/event/out-about-bowling-lunch/
LOCATION:Quilles Laval\, 705 Kirouac St\, Québec City\, Quebec\, G1N 2J5\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Maria Hoyt":MAILTO:maria.hoyt@veq.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230914T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230914T143000
DTSTAMP:20260427T021546
CREATED:20250414T163255Z
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SUMMARY:Norther Perimeter Chair Yoga (Saint-Gabriel-de-Valcartier)
DESCRIPTION:VEQ\, in partnership with the Saint-Gabriel-de-Valcartier Community Center\, will be hosting chair yoga classes in the Northern Perimeter.  Running from September 14th to December 14th\, the classes will be held from 9:30 to 10:30am.  A chair yoga session compliments a guided meditation during this 50 minute-long class.  Equipment is provided.  Registration is required by contacting Jeanne Nivischiuk at catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca or Pamela Hogan at plaberge@munsgdv.ca.
URL:https://veq.ca/event/norther-perimeter-chair-yoga-saint-gabriel-de-valcartier/
LOCATION:Saint-Gabriel-de-Valcartier Community Center\, 2215 Bd Valcartier\, Saint-Gabriel-de-Valcartier\, Quebec\, G0A 4S0\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Jeanne Nivischiuk":MAILTO:jeannenivischiuk.veq@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230913T230000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230914T020000
DTSTAMP:20260427T021546
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SUMMARY:Double Book Launch – Evening of Bilingual Poetry
DESCRIPTION:  \nJoin us for a bilingual evening of poetry to celebrate the launch of D.M. Bradford‘s Bottom Rail on Top & T. Liem’s Slows: Twice! The Tiohtià:ke/Montréal-based poets will be joined by Québec’s own Simon Brown and Pascal Bérubé. An evening of English and French (and sometimes translated) readings\, to celebrate the launch of these two new books! \nLearn more about the books and the authors on the Facebook event. This event requires no registration\, but we encourage you to mark yourself as “attending” on the Facebook event\, to make preparations easier for us. \n  \nPresented in collaboration with Brick Books and in partnership with CONTOURS. \n  \nThe Morrin Centre’s performance spaces are accessible by elevator and there are ramps between the rooms for people with mobility issues. There is also a ramp on rue Saint-Anne to get into the Centre itself\, though it needs to be unlocked by a staff member. There is a wheelchair on-site if necessary.
URL:https://veq.ca/event/double-book-launch-evening-of-bilingual-poetry/
LOCATION:Morrin Centre\, 44 Chaussée des Écossais\, Québec City\, Quebec\, G1R 4H3\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230912T230000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230913T003000
DTSTAMP:20260427T021546
CREATED:20250414T163255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T163255Z
UID:10000580-1694559600-1694565000@veq.ca
SUMMARY:Wellness Café: conseils et stratégis pour accompagner mon proche
DESCRIPTION:The Wellness center is honouring World’s Alzheimer’s month with this presentation tailored for caregivers and facilitated by a social intervenor from La Société Alzheimer’s de Québec. Please note that this presentation is offered in French only. \nVotre proche est atteint d’un trouble neurocognitif et vous ne savez plus comment agir ni comment réagir dans certaines situations? Des conseils et des stratégies vous seront proposés afin de faciliter l’accompagnement au quotidien. \nRegistration required. \nTo register\, click here or call Anaïs at 581-446-7476. \nIn partnership with : \n \nThis activity exists thanks to funding from:
URL:https://veq.ca/event/wellness-cafe-conseils-et-strategis-pour-accompagner-mon-proche/
LOCATION:Saint Brigid’s Home\, 1645\, chemin Saint-Louis\, Québec City\, Quebec\, G1S 4M3\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Ana%C3%AFs Fortin-Maltais":MAILTO:afortinmaltais@jhpartners.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230912T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230912T190000
DTSTAMP:20260427T021546
CREATED:20250414T163456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T163456Z
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SUMMARY:Out & About - Bowling & Lunch
DESCRIPTION:Out & About is offering free transporation for members of the 50+ community to enjoy a day of bowling at Salon de Quilles Laval (small bowling) and lunch at Normandin. Come show off your bowling skills! Cost is $35 per hour per lane (six people per lane)\, prices will be split among participants and will come to around $7 a person. \nRegistration is required with Maria Hoyt – 418-683-2366 x221 or maria.hoyt@veq.ca
URL:https://veq.ca/event/out-about-bowling-lunch-2/
LOCATION:Quilles Laval\, 705 Kirouac St\, Québec City\, Quebec\, G1N 2J5\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Maria Hoyt":MAILTO:maria.hoyt@veq.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230912T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230912T143000
DTSTAMP:20260427T021546
CREATED:20250414T163456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T163456Z
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SUMMARY:Northern Perimeter Chair Yoga (Shannon)
DESCRIPTION:VEQ in partnership with the Valcartier Military Family Resource Center will be hosting chair yoga classes in the Northern Perimeter.  Running from September 12th to December 12th\, the classes will be held from 9:30 to 10:30am.  A chair yoga session compliments a guided meditation during this 50 minute long class.  Equipment is provided but participants are asked to bring their own mats if they have them. Registration is required by contacting Jeanne Nivischiuk at catherine.baboudjian@veq.ca or by calling 418-683-2366 x 228.
URL:https://veq.ca/event/northern-perimeter-chair-yoga-shannon/
LOCATION:Valcartier Military Family Resource Centre\, Edifice 93 C.P. 1000\, Succursale Forces\, Courcelette\, Quebec\, G0A 4Z0\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Jeanne Nivischiuk":MAILTO:jeannenivischiuk.veq@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230910T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230910T163000
DTSTAMP:20260427T021546
CREATED:20250414T163456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T163456Z
UID:10000583-1694354400-1694363400@veq.ca
SUMMARY:Understanding why Québec City is a UNESCO World Heritage
DESCRIPTION:Did you know that the Historic District of Old Québecis a #unescoworldheritage site?\n\nEver wondered why and how it got that designation?\n\n\n\nFind out why on Sep. 10th!\n\n\n\nWe are partnering up with Découvrir ma cité to offer one of the tours in English and for FREE!!!! \n\n 
URL:https://veq.ca/event/understanding-why-quebec-city-is-a-unesco-world-heritage/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230906T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230906T190000
DTSTAMP:20260427T021546
CREATED:20250414T163457Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T163457Z
UID:10000584-1694019600-1694026800@veq.ca
SUMMARY:Out & About - Musée des beaux-arts
DESCRIPTION:Join this Out & About activity for people over the age of 50 as we discover the Alexander McQueen special exhibition at Musée national des beaux-arts du Québec. This exhibit ends on September 10th. We will have a guided tour in English\, and the cost is $20. If you would like to see only the museum tickets are $10. \nPlease contact Maria Hoyt at maria.hoyt@veq.ca or 418-683-2366 x221 to reserve your place and for more details.
URL:https://veq.ca/event/out-about-musee-des-beaux-arts/
LOCATION:Musée national des beaux-arts du Québec\, 179 Grande Allée O\, Québec City\, Quebec\, G1R 2H1\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Maria Hoyt":MAILTO:maria.hoyt@veq.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230905T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230905T173000
DTSTAMP:20260427T021546
CREATED:20250414T163457Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T163457Z
UID:10000585-1693927800-1693935000@veq.ca
SUMMARY:Table Talk Tuesdays with FORT
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://veq.ca/event/table-talk-tuesdays-with-fort/
LOCATION:CRFM Valcartier Offices in Ste-Foy\, 2630\, Hochelaga Blvd.\, Québec City\, Quebec\, G1V 0H2\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230905T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230905T160000
DTSTAMP:20260427T021546
CREATED:20250414T163657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T163657Z
UID:10000586-1693922400-1693929600@veq.ca
SUMMARY:Brain Power Drop-In
DESCRIPTION:Are you an English-speaking adult 50 years of age or older and want to keep your mind strong and healthy? Join us to play fun and challenging games to strengthen your mind and connect with others. \n Train your brain; \n Connect with others; \n Enjoy a healthy snack. \nTo participate:  Please contact Anaïs:   afortinmaltais@jhpartners.net    581-446-7476  \nTo volunteer:  Give your brain some power while helping others too! Win-win!  To volunteer\, please contact Elise:   eholloway@jhpartners.net    581-446-6452
URL:https://veq.ca/event/brain-power-drop-in-3/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230902
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230904
DTSTAMP:20260427T021546
CREATED:20250414T163657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T163657Z
UID:10000587-1693612800-1693785599@veq.ca
SUMMARY:2023 Eastern Canadian Gaelic Athletic Association Championships
DESCRIPTION:Les Patriotes de Québec are pleased to host the 2023 Eastern Canadian GAA Championships. The tournament will take place in Pont-Rouge (Pleau soccer fields\, 1 rue du croissant) and the banquet in Québec City.\nSave the date for the 2nd of September for a memorable day of competition and an evening of celebration!\nMore details to come!
URL:https://veq.ca/event/2023-eastern-canadian-gaelic-athletic-association-championships/
LOCATION:Pleau Soccer Fields\, Pont-Rouge\, 1 rue du croissant\, Quebec\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230829T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230829T183000
DTSTAMP:20260427T021546
CREATED:20250414T163657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T163657Z
UID:10000588-1693321200-1693333800@veq.ca
SUMMARY:Out & About - Old Quebec Bus Tour & Lunch
DESCRIPTION:Join this Out & About activity for people over the age of 50 as we discover Quebec City from the top of an open double-decker bus. This one-hour tour will take place from 11am – 12:00pm and will cost $20 per person. Following the tour\, we will have lunch at a restaurant in Old-Quebec. \nPlease contact Maria Hoyt at maria.hoyt@veq.ca or 418-683-2366 x221 to reserve your place and for more details.
URL:https://veq.ca/event/out-about-old-quebec-bus-tour-lunch/
LOCATION:Unitours\, 10 Rue Pierre-Olivier-Chauveau\, Québec City\, Quebec\, G1R 5Z1\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Maria Hoyt":MAILTO:maria.hoyt@veq.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230826T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230826T193000
DTSTAMP:20260427T021546
CREATED:20250414T163657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T163657Z
UID:10000589-1693074600-1693078200@veq.ca
SUMMARY:Picture This - Photo Walks
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a photo walk in Old Quebec with professional photographer Jacques Gaines. With his advice and comments\, you will come back with a memory card full of beautiful pictures! Each activity will start and end in front of the Morrin Centre. \nThis activity is free\, but we request that you confirm your presence at info@morrin.org at least 24h before the start of the event. In case of postponement or cancellation\, participants will be alerted by noon on the day of the event. \n  \nPhoto Walks – August 8\, 22\, and 26\, 2023 \nAugust 8 – 6:45 p.m. -> Postponed to August 15 \nAugust 22 – 6:45 p.m. (in case of rain\, postponed to August 25) \nAugust 26 – 2:30 p.m. (in case of rain\, cancelled) \n  \nParticipants must come with their own camera. Whether a $100 or $5000 camera\, we do not care. Anything goes! It can even be your cellphone\, though it should then be a fairly recent phone. \n\nAdditionally\, please dress for the weather and bring a water bottle if it is very hot.
URL:https://veq.ca/event/picture-this-photo-walks/
LOCATION:Morrin Centre\, 44 Chaussée des Écossais\, Québec City\, Quebec\, G1R 4H3\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230826T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230826T183000
DTSTAMP:20260427T021546
CREATED:20250414T163657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T163657Z
UID:10000590-1693071000-1693074600@veq.ca
SUMMARY:Morrin Centre - Book Quest - S.T.E.A.M. Club - Art
DESCRIPTION:The Morrin Centre Book Quest S.T.E.A.M. Club\, for children ages 7 to 12\, will take place every Saturday from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m.\, from July 8 to August 26. \nWeek 8: Art\nAlebrije masks: for the Arts Alive! Quebec festival\, the children will participate in outdoor arts and crafts by coloring\, cutting\, and gluing fun masks! \n \nFor more information\, contact the Book Quest Coordinator\, Manuela Flores Denti\, at bookquest@morrin.org. \n 
URL:https://veq.ca/event/morrin-centre-book-quest-s-t-e-a-m-club-art/
LOCATION:Morrin Centre\, 44 Chaussée des Écossais\, Québec City\, Quebec\, G1R 4H3\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Manuela Flores Denti":MAILTO:manuelafloresdenti@morrin.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230826
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230828
DTSTAMP:20260427T021546
CREATED:20250414T163737Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T163737Z
UID:10000591-1693008000-1693180799@veq.ca
SUMMARY:Old Québec Walking Tour for Newcomers
DESCRIPTION:New to Quebec and eager to discover this beautiful city? We’ve got you covered! \nSign up for a FREE walking tour around Old Quebec. All you need is a bottle of water\, your walking shoes\, comfortable clothes (and an umbrella or rain jacket in case it rains)\, a camera if you wish to capture the beauty of this city\, and sharp ears! We will walk around the centuries-old streets of Old Québec while learning about its history and cultural landmarks. \nSpace is LIMITED\, so a reservation is required. \nContact Newcomers Coordinator via phone (418) 683-2366 ext. 225 or by email at newcomers@veq.ca \nTour #1 From 9:30 to 11:30 AM\nTour #2 From 1:30 to 3:30 PM \n \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://veq.ca/event/old-quebec-walking-tour-for-newcomers/
LOCATION:City Hall main entrance\, 2 Rue des Jardins\, Québec City\, Quebec\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Mar%C3%ADa Castro":MAILTO:newcomers@veq.ca
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230825
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230828
DTSTAMP:20260427T021546
CREATED:20250414T163737Z
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SUMMARY:Arts Alive! Québec Festival
DESCRIPTION:  \nOn Friday\, August 25th and Saturday\, August 26th\, join us on the Chaussée des Écossais for two days of free concerts and activities! \nThe Arts Alive! Quebec Festival is back for its ninth year in 2023! The whole family can join the celebration with concerts\, challenges\, contests\, performances\, and more. All activities are free and require no registration. Saturday visitors may even get a tasty surprise!\nLearn more HERE. \nFriday\, August 25 \n\n7:00 p.m. – Concert with Metò\n8:30 p.m. – Concert with The Sugar Darlings\n7:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. – Live-painting by Patricia Roby\n\nSaturday\, August 26 \n\n10:30 a.m. – Book Quest Storytime Activity (3-6 YO)\n12:00 p.m. – Launch of the day’s activities\n12:15 p.m. – Improv Showcase\n1:30 p.m. – Book Quest STEAM Club Activity (7-12 YO)\n2:30 p.m. – Photo Walk Departure\n3:30 p.m. – Quebec Art Company Showcase\n4:15 p.m. – Concert – Bill Vincent\nFrom noon to 5 p.m. – Artisan Fair\, Contest\, Challenges\, Family Activities\n\n  \nWould you like to volunteer at the festival?\nContact us at info@morrin.org to let us know!
URL:https://veq.ca/event/arts-alive-quebec-festival-2/
LOCATION:Morrin Centre\, 44 Chaussée des Écossais\, Québec City\, Quebec\, G1R 4H3\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230824T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230824T183000
DTSTAMP:20260427T021546
CREATED:20250414T163737Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T163737Z
UID:10000593-1692889200-1692901800@veq.ca
SUMMARY:Out & About - Old Quebec Bus Tour & Lunch
DESCRIPTION:Join this Out & About activity for people over the age of 50 as we discover Quebec City from the top of an open double-decker bus. This one-hour tour will take place from 11am – 12:00pm and will cost $20 per person. Following the tour\, we will have lunch at a restaurant in Old-Quebec. \nPlease contact Maria Hoyt at maria.hoyt@veq.ca or 418-683-2366 x221 to reserve your place and for more details.
URL:https://veq.ca/event/out-about-old-quebec-bus-tour-lunch-2/
LOCATION:Unitours\, 10 Rue Pierre-Olivier-Chauveau\, Québec City\, Quebec\, G1R 5Z1\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Maria Hoyt":MAILTO:maria.hoyt@veq.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230823T213000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230824T000000
DTSTAMP:20260427T021546
CREATED:20250414T163737Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T163737Z
UID:10000594-1692826200-1692835200@veq.ca
SUMMARY:Sunset Ferry Ride to Quai Paquet for Newcomers
DESCRIPTION:Are you new to Quebec City and looking for something fun to do? The Voice of English-speaking Quebec invites you for a fun-filled evening at the Newcomers Free Sunset Ferry Ride on Wednesday\, August 23 from 5:40 to 8:30 PM. \nWe will ride the ferry to Quai Paquet in Lévis that leaves at 5:40 PM. Once there\, we can grab some food or some ice cream (or both!) from the food trucks available or from the ice cream shop located one block away from the quai\, while getting to know each other! We will be returning on the 8:00 PM ferry (to Quebec).  We will bring board games to facilitate your interaction with others. At the quai\, there are 160 water jets\, perfect to refresh you\, so make sure you bring or wear your sandals or why not your swimsuit! If you are an avid photographer\, you can also check out the Red stairs (193 steps) located two blocks away from the quai\, and admire the beauty of the view from atop. There is also a café near the quai\, not far from the ice cream shop. Feeling like picknicking? By all means\, bring your own snacks and a picnic blanket or portable chairs! \nThe fees for the ferry ride are covered for participants and the event is open to all English-speaking newcomers living in the Greater Quebec City region. Registration is required and we have a limited number of places.  Note: A newcomer is someone who moved to the Greater Québec City region in the past 5 years. \n  \nThe Ferris Wheel ride and any other purchases (like meals) are not covered. \n  \n  \nTake a look at the food trucks found at Quai Paquet: \n\n\n\n\n\nLa Shop\nChocolats Favoris
URL:https://veq.ca/event/sunset-ferry-ride-to-quai-paquet-for-newcomers/
LOCATION:Québec City Ferry Terminal\, 10 rue des Traversiers\, Québec\, Québec City\, Quebec\, G1K 8L8\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Mar%C3%ADa Castro":MAILTO:newcomers@veq.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230822T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230822T183000
DTSTAMP:20260427T021546
CREATED:20250414T163752Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T163752Z
UID:10000595-1692712800-1692729000@veq.ca
SUMMARY:Out & About Ferry to Quai Paquet in Lévis & Lunch at Food Trucks
DESCRIPTION:Join this Out & About activity for people over the age of 50 as we take a beautiful ferry ride to Quai Paquet in Lévis. Enjoy lunch at a food truck La Shop and dessert at the Chocolats Favoris food truck. Learn more about the Quai Paquet activities here: https://www.ville.levis.qc.ca/loisirs/installations-sportives/quai-paquet/ \nThe cost of the ferry is $7.70 for round-trip tickets. \nPlease contact Maria Hoyt at maria.hoyt@veq.ca or 418-683-2366 x221 to reserve your place and for more details.
URL:https://veq.ca/event/out-about-ferry-to-quai-paquet-in-levis-lunch-at-food-trucks/
LOCATION:Quai Paquet\, 6075 Rue Saint-Laurent\, Lévis\, Quebec\, G6V 3P5\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Maria Hoyt":MAILTO:maria.hoyt@veq.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230819T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230819T183000
DTSTAMP:20260427T021546
CREATED:20250414T163752Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T163752Z
UID:10000596-1692466200-1692469800@veq.ca
SUMMARY:Morrin Centre - Book Quest - S.T.E.A.M. Club - Science
DESCRIPTION:The Morrin Centre Book Quest S.T.E.A.M. Club\, for children ages 7 to 12\, will take place every Saturday from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m.\, from July 8 to August 26. \nWeek 7: Science\nOobleck : with this experiment\, the children will learn about particles and what chemists call a mixture of colloid. \n \nFor more information\, contact the Book Quest Coordinator\, Manuela Flores Denti\, at bookquest@morrin.org. \n 
URL:https://veq.ca/event/morrin-centre-book-quest-s-t-e-a-m-club-science/
LOCATION:Morrin Centre\, 44 Chaussée des Écossais\, Québec City\, Quebec\, G1R 4H3\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Manuela Flores Denti":MAILTO:manuelafloresdenti@morrin.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230817T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230817T183000
DTSTAMP:20260427T021546
CREATED:20250414T163752Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T163752Z
UID:10000597-1692286200-1692297000@veq.ca
SUMMARY:Out & About - Picnic at Bois-de-Coulonge Park
DESCRIPTION:Join this Out & About activity for people over the age of 50 as we enjoy a nice pic-nic at the beautiful Bois-du-Coulogne park. Bring your lunch\, and extras to share if you wish! We will be able to stroll along in this beautiful park as well. \nPlease contact Maria Hoyt at maria.hoyt@veq.ca or 418-683-2366 x221 to reserve your place and for more details about the activity.
URL:https://veq.ca/event/out-about-picnic-at-bois-de-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:20230816T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230816T190000
DTSTAMP:20260427T021546
CREATED:20250414T163752Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T163752Z
UID:10000598-1692199800-1692212400@veq.ca
SUMMARY:Out & About - Musical Wednesdays at Chalmers-Wesley United Church
DESCRIPTION:Join this Out & About activity for people over the age of 50 as we enjoy a musical concert at Chalmers-Wesley United Church. Musical Wednesdays lasts until August\, 30th. This week\, enjoy Sharon MacLeoud & Laura Palladino (sopranos) accompanied by Marc-André Marquis (piano) followed by lunch at a local restaurant. The concert is donation-based\, please visit their website to learn more: https://chalmerswesley.org/musical-wednesdays-at-chalmers-wesley-united/ \nPlease contact Maria Hoyt at maria.hoyt@veq.ca or 418-683-2366 x221 to reserve your place and for more details about the activity.
URL:https://veq.ca/event/out-about-musical-wednesdays-at-chalmers-wesley-united-church/
ORGANIZER;CN="Maria Hoyt":MAILTO:maria.hoyt@veq.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230816T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230816T160000
DTSTAMP:20260427T021546
CREATED:20250414T163752Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T163752Z
UID:10000599-1692198000-1692201600@veq.ca
SUMMARY:OverDrive Virtual Workshop: Getting Started with Libby
DESCRIPTION:Join the OverDrive team for a one-hour “Getting Started with Libby” webinar\, and learn Libby with the Experts! This webinar will show you everything you need to know to get started with Libby or to make the switch from the OverDrive app. From downloading the app & signing in\, to searching & borrowing titles\, placing holds\, adjusting reading settings\, and more\, Libby experts are here to get you started. The session will close with a mini-quiz and live Q&A. \nRegister HERE. \nIf you have any questions\, please visit our website HERE.
URL:https://veq.ca/event/overdrive-virtual-workshop-getting-started-with-libby-5/
LOCATION:Morrin Centre – virtual webinar\, Quebec\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230815T224500
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230815T234500
DTSTAMP:20260427T021546
CREATED:20250414T163953Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T163953Z
UID:10000600-1692139500-1692143100@veq.ca
SUMMARY:Picture This - Photo Walks
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a photo walk in Old Quebec with professional photographer Jacques Gaines. With his advice and comments\, you will come back with a memory card full of beautiful pictures! Each activity will start and end in front of the Morrin Centre. \nThis activity is free\, but we request that you confirm your presence at info@morrin.org at least 24h before the start of the event. In case of postponement or cancellation\, participants will be alerted by noon on the day of the event. \n  \nPhoto Walks – August 8\, 22\, and 26\, 2023 \nAugust 8 – 6:45 p.m. -> Postponed to August 15 \nAugust 22 – 6:45 p.m. (in case of rain\, postponed to August 25) \nAugust 26 – 2:30 p.m. (in case of rain\, cancelled) \n  \nParticipants must come with their own camera. Whether a $100 or $5000 camera\, we do not care. Anything goes! It can even be your cellphone\, though it should then be a fairly recent phone. \n\nAdditionally\, please dress for the weather and bring a water bottle if it is very hot.
URL:https://veq.ca/event/picture-this-photo-walks-2/
LOCATION:Morrin Centre\, 44 Chaussée des Écossais\, Québec City\, Quebec\, G1R 4H3\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230812T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230812T183000
DTSTAMP:20260427T021546
CREATED:20250414T163953Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T163953Z
UID:10000602-1691861400-1691865000@veq.ca
SUMMARY:Morrin Centre - Book Quest - S.T.E.A.M. Club - Technology & Engineering
DESCRIPTION:The Morrin Centre Book Quest S.T.E.A.M. Club\, for children ages 7 to 12\, will take place every Saturday from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m.\, from July 8 to August 26. \nWeek 6: Technology and Engineering\nHydraulic bridge: through building a hydraulic bridge\, children will learn about hydraulic energy. \n \nFor more information\, contact the Book Quest Coordinator\, Manuela Flores Denti\, at bookquest@morrin.org. \n 
URL:https://veq.ca/event/morrin-centre-book-quest-s-t-e-a-m-club-technology-engineering/
LOCATION:Morrin Centre\, 44 Chaussée des Écossais\, Québec City\, Quebec\, G1R 4H3\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Manuela Flores Denti":MAILTO:manuelafloresdenti@morrin.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230812T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230812T183000
DTSTAMP:20260427T021546
CREATED:20250414T163953Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T163953Z
UID:10000601-1691861400-1691865000@veq.ca
SUMMARY:Morrin Centre - Book Quest - S.T.E.A.M. Club - Technology and Engineering
DESCRIPTION:The Morrin Centre Book Quest S.T.E.A.M. Club\, for children ages 7 to 12\, will take place every Saturday from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m.\, from July 8 to August 26. \nWeek 6: Technology and Engineering\nHydraulic bridge: through building a hydraulic bridge\, children will learn about hydraulic energy. \n \nFor more information\, contact the Book Quest Coordinator\, Manuela Flores Denti\, at bookquest@morrin.org. \n 
URL:https://veq.ca/event/morrin-centre-book-quest-s-t-e-a-m-club-technology-and-engineering/
LOCATION:Morrin Centre\, 44 Chaussée des Écossais\, Québec City\, Quebec\, G1R 4H3\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Manuela Flores Denti":MAILTO:manuelafloresdenti@morrin.org
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